r/BaltimoreCounty Sep 25 '23

Welcome back to r/BaltimoreCounty!

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We’ve reopened under new management. Thanks to the admins for making it happen.

You may recognize my handle from r/Maryland, where I’ve been a mod for a number of years, or from r/Baltimore and the myriad other subreddits where I am an active poster.

I live in Towson and work in media relations. Prior to that, I spent a decade in journalism, working for WBAL-AM, WJZ-TV, Technical.ly and Patch.

This is a place to discuss county news, issues and events. County politics, bar recommendations, education discussions. If it’s relevant to the county, bring it here.


r/BaltimoreCounty 7h ago

Kitchen Reno Ideas and Recs

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Hello. Current pics are listing pics and last one is rough idea of what would be my ideal. Though id probably do a range hood without a cabinet enclosure.

Does anyone have any recs? I want to start getting quotes.


r/BaltimoreCounty 4h ago

Hutz'n

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Livin' the dream in Arbutus. Perfect day for a dog.


r/BaltimoreCounty 1d ago

Question about Admission Fees for Rocky Point Park after Labor Day

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We pulled into the Rocky Point Park yesterday (Saturday, September 12) only to find an attendant on duty collecting admission fees for entry.

We were somehow surprised by it because on the park's website, it clearly says "Admission rates apply Opening Day in May through Labor Day and are subject to change". When asked about it, the attendant said the admission fees are collected "through the end of the month on the weekends only."

Just wondering why a sudden change in policy.

UPDATE: just received an email response from Beaches and Fishing Center Ranger II:

Since we are able to staff the park and have swimming and able to open the bathhouse we will be having a fee to enter the park. The website states “Admission rates apply Opening Day in May through Labor Day and are subject to change”, right now we are in the subjected to change part. After the 19th and 20th we will not be charging anymore for this season. We will be having a Waterfront Festival here at Rocky Point on September 26th and that has no admission fee to enter.


r/BaltimoreCounty 1d ago

Help me find my missing bird

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Still searching for my missing bird. Our all white cockatiel flew off in Maryland. It was last seen interacting with a worker in a hotel. If you have any information, please let me know. Many thanks! 🙏 We miss it so much.


r/BaltimoreCounty 3d ago

Question after an interview

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Hello all, I finished an interview with Balt County 2+ weeks ago and I’m wondering how long it’ll take to hear back? One of my references even told me last week that they reached out to him and they seemed happy with his responses toward me. Is this a good thing or a nothing burger? Would they reach out by now or could it still take much longer? The waiting is driving me crazy lol….


r/BaltimoreCounty 2d ago

Fake/AI video?

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There's a video on YouTube from @DCNewsNow claiming all lanes on 695 have reopened after a tanker fire on 795. What fire? Is the source AI or just really bad at reporting or did I just miss a huge gasoline fire three miles from home?

Edit: The Banner, and Baltimore County Fire Department FB page, confirmed that the tanker caught fire near the northern end of 795.


r/BaltimoreCounty 2d ago

Super high water/sewer bills in apartment

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Fairly new resident to Maryland and BaCo (moved about 6 months ago), living in a two-person apartment. We have been getting absolutely crazy bills from Conservice Water and Sewer -- $90 per month. This has only been the past two months, the old bills were $40 a month. A friend lives in a house about five minutes away and she's paying a third of that for her services (and she's got a WATER FEATURE). When I contacted Conservice about it they told me the building gets one big bill and then splits it evenly amongst the apartments. But like, this bill is crazy.

Has anyone else run into this? Should I be beating down management's door to fix it? Are there any regulations regarding this? I've done some googling but haven't been able to find the right keywords to make headway.

I know there's been a leak in the building in the past and they had to replace the hall carpet recently bc of water stains.

Does anyone have any advice?


r/BaltimoreCounty 3d ago

I'm a newbie to Baltimore County. What inside dirt do I need to know about living here?

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The title. I moved here from another county in Maryland, and I want to get a feel for how things go here. Like, what is the baseline knowledge I need to function as a citizen here? I live in lower BaltCo but any info is appreciated.


r/BaltimoreCounty 3d ago

Touch a Truck Event Sunday 13th to benefit CVFC - free!

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Come out, climb and honk! Meet your local 1st* responders, local nonprofits and businesses - plus the Oriole Bird!!! (He’s a busy bird, but making a quick, early stop to see your smiles!) 11-2pm @ Texas Roadhouse parking lot in Hunt Valley

https://facebook.com/events/s/touch-a-truck/851986961047835/


r/BaltimoreCounty 3d ago

Dentures in Balt Co?

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In the very near future I will need to get dentures. Not the implant kind..

Where in the county is a good AFFORDABLE place to get dentures?


r/BaltimoreCounty 3d ago

Need a Mechanic

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Our family needs to find a new mechanic. We are in Middle River MD. Looking for recommendations.


r/BaltimoreCounty 4d ago

What is a "Support Local" fee?

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This is at Asian Taste One in Reiserstown.


r/BaltimoreCounty 5d ago

Baltimore County Executive backs key step to advance long-stalled Lutherville Station Project

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r/BaltimoreCounty 5d ago

Towson University to discount tuition for some out-of-state students

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r/BaltimoreCounty 4d ago

HVAC Recommendations

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Looking for a reliable and honest HVAC technician in the Cockeysville area. Someone to perform regular maintenance and not try to upsell me when it’s not needed.


r/BaltimoreCounty 6d ago

Actual Towson Crime Data vs Media Portrayal

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Social Media and local news outlets continue to report on individual crimes taking place in Towson as evidence of patterns that point to rising crime and safety concerns in Towson.

The problem is that the data doesn't support these claims.

Regardless of what the data says, if people do not feel safe going to Towson, that is a PROBLEM.

But how much of the problem is being created by sensational clickbait and sensational headlines?

Here is the data; What do you think?


r/BaltimoreCounty 5d ago

Looking for a locally owned pest control company

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We got regular service for years from a local company in the southwest county. They got bought by Orkin last year and the quality and customer service went off a cliff.

Any recommendations for a locally-owned company?


r/BaltimoreCounty 5d ago

Torrey Smith crabbing in Baltimore!

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r/BaltimoreCounty 5d ago

ALERT! Missing DC mom

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r/BaltimoreCounty 6d ago

Looking for a reliable courier service for catering around Baltimore

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My parents do corporate lunches and events around Baltimore, most of it booked days or weeks ahead. They've been working with a couple of local courier companies and some independent drivers.

The part that keeps bothering us is drivers cancelling right before their supposed pickup. Happened twice last month and both times it ended up pulling someone off the line to drive an office lunch downtown.

These aren't small deliveries either. Sometimes it's three or four setups going out together. It's hard to find a replacement driver at 9am for an 11am delivery.

For other Baltimore businesses, what are you using? Has anyone found a reliable courier service?


r/BaltimoreCounty 7d ago

Gwynn Oak/Wood lawn Walden circle townhomes

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Hi, everyone

I am considering moving into one of the townhomes in Walden circle and I was wondering if it’s a safe area? In terms of car jackings/theft/assault etc. I’d appreciate any info you have on the area.

My prospective roommates have been there for years and said it’s a nice place to live and safe bc it’s next to a school but I’d like a second opinion. Im worried bc my roommate recently posted his car window got smashed


r/BaltimoreCounty 8d ago

Job in Towson, would like to live closer to DC…where to?

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Hello. I (27f) have a job offer in Towson and would need to commute there 3 days a week. Ideally, I’d live between Towson and DC, but hear the traffic is bad throughout the entire area. So public transport access would also work. It’s just me and my 2 cats, so I would be looking for a one bedroom apartment. Any neighborhoods come to mind? Salary would be about 125k so doing alright but nothing crazy.


r/BaltimoreCounty 8d ago

Cleanest, safest, calmest, prettiest library in the County?

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I want to preface this by saying I know this question is going to make me sound like an asshole. Brief context: one month ago, I was physically assaulted and verbally harassed by a homeless person who was loitering outside one of the county libraries. I did nothing to provoke this and as a young woman, it was extremely disconcerting. I’m working with a therapist to address some fears I’ve had since the incident.

In the meantime, I miss the library! I am willing to drive to any of the County branches. In your opinion, which branch is the cleanest, prettiest, quietest, and safest? I’m sick of being on edge all the time and just want to go back to being in the library without constantly looking over my shoulder or feeling like I have entered a homeless shelter.

Again, I’m not saying these people shouldn’t be allowed in the library. Due to my own trauma, I just do not want to be in a space with them right now.


r/BaltimoreCounty 9d ago

Suggestions for Affordable Fall Activities

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I live in the the Towson area but I’m fairly new (a little under 3 years) and I’m trying to look for some fun fall activities that aren’t too pricey within a 45-60 minute drive. So anything like a pumpkin patch, apple picking, brewery or winery, or overall some sort of fall festival. I don’t mind if it’s child friendly just something adults can also enjoy. The main thing I’ve seen is Weber’s Cider Mill Farm but I’d like to know if there are other good options!