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COVID-19 Restrictions, Including One-Hour Dining Limit, Loosened in Baltimore City
The one-hour dining limit has been lifted, the indoor gatherings cap of 10 people has been removed, live music can return, and more. Get the details!
Recycling Collection is Cancelled Today
Trash and recycling collections will be cancelled on Friday, February 19, due to icy alleys and roadways, Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Acting Director Matthew W. Garbark has announced.
Baltimore to Provide Free Recycling Carts to All Households
Today, Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced that Baltimore City, in collaboration with The Recycling Partnership and the Baltimore Civic Fund, will distribute free recycling carts to every eligible City household this spring.
Baltimore City Public Schools Announces Plan to Expand In-Person Learning in February
For the second semester, City Schools will expand optional learning to traditional and transformation school students in kindergarten through 5th grade as well as 9th-grade students and high school seniors. The program will be open to all traditional K-5 students who attend an elementary/middle school or all 9th and 12th-grade students who attend traditional and transformation high schools.
Curbside Recycling Collection to Resume on January 19th
Councilman Eric Costello announced today that Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) will resume curbside recycling collection on January 19th. DPW suspended curbside recycling collection on August 31st due to its struggles with a reduced workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Baltimore City Places New COVID-19-Related Restrictions on Restaurants, Bars, Gyms, and Churches
Baltimore City Mayor Bernard C. “Jack” Young announced on Friday that new COVID-19-related restrictions will begin on Thursday, November 12th at 5pm as a result of the rising number of cases around the city, state, and country.
Election Day Voting Taking Place at Camden Yards and South Baltimore High Schools This Year
The South Baltimore voting locations for the 2020 General Election have changed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. As opposed to going to many of the local elementary schools in a specific precinct to vote, the voting centers have been consolidated.
Curbside Recycling Collection Suspended Until at Least December 15th
Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) has suspended curbside recycling collection since August 31st. The department originally announced it would reassess the situation on November 1st.
Weekend Road Closures Around Baltimore
Road closures on I-895, I-83, Greene St., and in city neighborhood for outdoor seating.
Weekend Road Closures Around South Baltimore
Lane closes around Baltimore including work on the JFX and closures for outdoor dining in Federal Hill, Fell’s Point, and Canton.
Baltimore Recycling Pickup Suspended Starting Monday
Effective Monday August 31, all DPW recycling collections’ crews will be diverted to trash collections on a full-time basis. Unfortunately, this means recycling operations must be modified. While this plan is in effect, recycling will no longer be collected from residences.
Weekend Road Closures Around Baltimore
The Baltimore City Department of Transportation (BCDOT) would like to advise motorists that a portion of E. Fayette Street will temporarily close this weekend for roadway art painting.
DPW Urges Residents to Prepare for Tropical Storm Isaias
Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Acting Director Matthew W. Garbark asks residents to prepare now for the heavy rains and potential flooding associated with Tropical Storm Isaias that is expected to hit the Baltimore area early Tuesday, Aug. 4.
Governor Hogan Orders Masks to be Worn in Public, Issues Travel Advisory to Certain States
Governor Larry Hogan today announced, based on the state’s data-driven approach, the expansion of the statewide masking order and a public health advisory for all out-of-state travel.
Weekend Road Closures Around Baltimore
Road closures for outdoor dining, a road closure on the JFX, and additional road closures around town.
Baltimore Skateparks and Tennis Courts Now Open; Playgrounds, Basketball Courts, and Exercise Equipment to Open Next Week
“As COVID-19 continues to impact our daily lives, BCRP is doing everything in our power to provide recreation services to our residents. Take a moment to review the key reopening dates below and check back often, as we continue to provide updates and more resources.”
Hanover Street Bridge/Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge Closed on Saturday for Repairs
The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that the Hanover Street Bridge/Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge will temporarily close this Saturday for maintenance work.
