Author Archive: News Release
News releases from various sources around South Baltimore.

Baltimore City Public Schools Dropping Mask Mandate on March 14th
Based on the latest guidance from the federal health officials, the use of masks and face coverings will be optional for all persons in Baltimore City Public Schools campuses beginning Monday, March 14, 2022. However, masking for Central Office staff and visitors will be optional beginning Monday, March 7.

Tim Regan Named New Executive Director of Paul’s Place
Paul’s Place announced today that Tim Regan will lead the nonprofit organization as its new executive director, effective March 21st. Regan, who was most recently the executive director of FoodWorks.

Paul McCartney to Perform at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in June
The Orioles today announced that legendary singer-songwriter PAUL McCARTNEY will perform the second-ever major concert at Camden Yards on Sunday, June 12, as part of his 2022 GOT BACK tour.

Ravens President Dick Cass to Retire, Sashi Brown Named Successor
Baltimore Ravens president Dick Cass will retire following 18 years with the team, and longtime sports executive Sashi Brown has been named successor, owner Steve Bisciottiannounced Friday. The transition becomes effective April 1.

Fundraiser for Officer Holley’s Children This Sunday at Little Havana
Join the Signal 13 Foundation and Little Havana for an event to raise money for the children of fallen Baltimore City police officer Keona Holley.

Orioles Announce Events, Promotions, and Giveaways for 2022 Home Games
This year’s lineup includes Birdland Summer Music Series, Friday fireworks, Hawaiian shirt night, bobblehead night, Orioles soccer jersey, and more.

Baltimore DPW Reactivates Community Recycling Drop-Off Locations
The community recycling collection sites serving Southeast and Southwest neighborhoods (south of North Avenue) will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. during “A Weeks.”

Overhead Tolling Gantries Being Added to Fort McHenry Tunnel
The project is part of the MDTA’s system-wide efforts to make its all-electronic tolling operations accessible to drivers at highway speeds.

Recycling Collection Moving to Every Other Week
Today, Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Jason W. Mitchell announced modifications to the City’s recycling collection operations designed to bring stability and predictability to routes impacted by delays in recent weeks.

Heavy Traffic Expected Downtown Tuesday Morning During Officer Keona Holley’s Funeral
The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that heavy traffic conditions are expected in the downtown area on Tuesday morning and early afternoon for the funeral service of Officer Keona Holley.

Recycling Pickup Postponed to Saturday
Recycling will not be picked up today in South Baltimore. Councilman Eric Costello said this is due to “COVID staffing issues.”

Orioles Radio Network Returning to WBAL and 98 Rock in 2022
The Orioles today announced a multi-year partnership naming Hearst’s 98 Rock FM & WBAL NewsRadio AM/FM the new flagship stations of the Orioles Radio Network. The six-year deal also includes unique cross-promotion on WBAL-TV.

Maryland Comptroller’s Office Seeks 43,000 Sq. Ft. of Downtown Office Space
The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) announced the department’s publication of the solicitation for the leasing of commercial office space for the Maryland Comptroller’s Office (Comptroller) in Baltimore City. The request for proposals (RFP) is seeking available commercial lease space in Baltimore City.

DPW Offering Curbside Christmas Tree Collection
Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Jason W. Mitchell announced today that residents will be able to recycle their Christmas trees by turning them into mulch.

B&O Railroad Museum Unveils Model Train Exhibit Featuring Camden Yards and the Inner Harbor
The layout depicts a magical time in the city, where the Orioles won the American League Division Series against the Seattle Mariners on October 5, 1997

Francis Scott Key’s Outdoor Holiday Extravaganza this Saturday
As part of FSK’s Virtual Holiday Extravaganza, the HarborQue Food Truck will be parked at FSK on Saturday, December 4th from 11am – 1pm.
Santa Claus will be visiting from the North Pole and families are invited to stop by and take a picture with him for a $5 donation!

Baltimore Weekend Road Closures
Road closures this weekend on MD-295, I-83, W. Pratt St., W. North Ave., plus modifications for races and parades.