Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Governor calls budget package "good for all Marylanders." Republicans say burden to local governments may force county governments to increase taxes.
The Maryland House of Delegates gave final approval Wednesday to a package of three bills that increases taxes on some state residents, shifts part of teacher pensions to local governments and undoes the so-called "doomsday budget." The votes Wednesday afternoon capped the three-day special session called by Gov. Martin O'Malley in order to override more than $500 million in cuts made in a budget passed in early April. The Senate approved the same three bills Tuesday. As part of the package, legislators approved by a vote of 86-51 what amounts to a 50-50 split of teacher pension costs with local governments. The split will be phased in over the next four years beginning July 1 with the new budget year. That bill also includes a doubling of…
The outdoor festival on May 19 will include local organizations supporting the Perry Paw Dog Park.
The Avenue at White Marsh is lending a paw to Perry Hall's dog park efforts. Management for the outdoor shopping center have announced plans to present a $3,000 check to the Perry Paw Dog Park Committee on May 19, during the Avenue's Family Fun Day Summer Countdown. The committee is leading the fundraising effort for the recently approved dog park at Honeygo Run Regional Park. On Saturday, between noon and 4 p.m. at 8125 Honeygo Blvd., the festival is expected to feature music by Lloyd Dobler Effect, games and crafts for children, animal displays by the Maryland Zoo and Wildlife Adventures, mascots, a character appearance by Tyrone from the Backyardigans and participation by local police and fire departments. Lynn Richardson, president of …
The new grocery store is expected to open at 8905 Belair Rd. in fall 2012.
UPDATE (2 p.m.)—A Giant Food grocery store is expected to replace the former Perry Hall Superfresh, County Councilman David Marks announced Wednesday afternoon. Kimco Realty, the management company over Perry Hall Square Shopping Center, recently confirmed that a lease had been finalized. The new store is expected to employ about 200 full- and part-time employees, according to Marks. "The revitalization of the Perry Hall Square Shopping Center is one of my top priorities in Perry Hall, and I have had regular conversations with Kimco Realty pushing for a new tenant for this site," Marks stated. "Everyone has a wish list for this site, but I am very happy to have a vacant space occupied with 200 more jobs in Perry Hall." Dennis Robinson, …
Mom needs time away from the kids, even on Mother’s Day weekend.
I love my kids, more than life. I would do anything for them, and I do. But honestly, there comes a time, when a mom needs a little space. This past weekend was Mother’s Day, and Friday my co-worker asked me—“What do you have planned for Mother’s Day weekend?” He laughed at me when I said, "Oh, we’re doing some family stuff, but I’ve got a sitter Saturday night for some much needed kid-free time.” I guess that doesn’t put me in the running for "Mother of the Year," if I’m gloating about my exciting free time on Mother’s Day weekend. Friday night we hit Chuck E. Cheese, and on Saturday, my oldest had a baseball game. But then I got to spend the afternoon getting a makeover before having a kid-free dinner with friends. On Sunday, actually …
The annual Bike to Work celebration this Friday includes freebies and food.
IKEA workers are looking for a little company Friday morning during their annual celebration of Bike to Work Day. Anyone is invited to participate in the event, sponsored by Baltimore County and Baltimore Metro Council. Beginning at 8:30 a.m. on May 18 at the Community College of Baltimore County Essex campus off King Avenue, cyclists plan to travel about 3.5 miles to the IKEA on Honeygo Boulevard in White Marsh. Those who register may receive a free T-Shirt, giveaways, water, snacks, a "Free Small Breakfast" coupon and a map, according to IKEA Baltimore store spokesman Bill Meiswinkel. Registration information can be found here. Check out this year's event listing and photos from last year's event. Are streets and drivers in the area bike…
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Perry Hall students spent last week hearing presentations from prominent "green" children's author Jennifer Keats Curtis.
From an osprey caught in fishing line to an otter without toys, students at Joppa View Elementary learned new approaches to environmental issues last week. "Most kids can identify exotic animals, but they're less familiar with what's in their own backyards," said children's author Jennifer Keats Curtis, following a presentation to kindergarten students on Friday. "They may not realize what's living right here in Maryland." Curtis, an Anne Arundel County native, has published five children's books about positive interactions with the local habitat. Three additional books are scheduled for release this summer. But with the help of an environmental education grant, Curtis took a break from writing last week for presentations to every class in…
Republican Todd Huff went to the 2011 game in Dallas with a shopping center and apartment complex owner.
Todd Huff says he's not a big football fan, but in 2011 he attended at least four games, including taking a trip to Dallas to see the Super Bowl with a local shopping center and apartment complex owner. The games highlight a hole that the State Ethics Commission says exists in legislation passed by the County Council earlier this year. The legislation was meant to bring county law substantially into sync with the state ethics law. Huff, a Timonium Republican, attended at least four games in 2011, including the Super Bowl. He wrote about the games, which include three Baltimore Ravens games, on his official council Facebook page. Tickets to one of the games were provided by Merritt Properties, as first reported by the Baltimore Sun. None of…
Protestors argued that pit bulls are being unfairly targeted by the Maryland Court of Appeals.
Annapolis resident Stehle Harris is afraid she won't have a home. As the owner of a bull terrier, Harris said the recent Maryland Court of Appeals opinion that pit bulls and pit bull crossbreeds are dangerous could lead to a slippery slope. The opinion also states that landlords can prohibit the dogs from their properties. "I think pit bulls capacity to do damage is no greater than a chihuahua," she said. "I'm more apprehensive about smaller dogs." Harris was one of a group of Marylanders protesting the court's opinion at Lawyer's Mall in Annapolis on Tuesday afternoon. Erin Harty, of Baltimore, said Harris' fears aren't unfounded. As a volunteer at Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter, she said the center is already being …
Police say it is unknown if the burglaries are related to recent incidents.
Police said they are investigating recent home burglaries in Perry Hall and Kingsville. Between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on May 12, in the 4400 block of Medolyn Road in Kingsville, a front window was pried open. Glass was also broken to a side basement window, but no one entered the home and nothing was taken, according to a police report. It is unknown if this burglary is related to any other recent incidents, according to Lt. Ron Brooks of the White Marsh precinct. Jewelry was stolen from another Kingsville home in the 7700 block of Buckhill Road on May 9, Patch reported. Between 9:30 a.m. 10 p.m. on May 9, in the Perry Hall Apartments in the 8700 block of Blairwood Road, a screen door was broken and a bra and silverware were reported stolen, a…
Add your photos from the recent rain to the gallery.
Perry Hall's recent rain (in addition to quenching the thirst of your spring vegetables), has made for some great photos. Add your shots to the photo gallery and tell some of your favorite places to take photos in the comments.
bill bissenas
6:27 pm on Wednesday, May 16, 2012
As a conservative (and not a Republican), I agree with you. The Dems will continue to take an ever increasing share of our property and our liberty until we stop them (through the ballot box, of course). more ›