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Water Main Break on York Rd in Hunt Valley

The Baltimore City Department of Public Works completed emergency repairs today, Saturday, July 19, to a 30-inch water main break at 11223 York Road in the Hunt Valley/Cockeysville area of Baltimore County. Crews worked through the night to restore service safely and efficiently.
Water service has now been restored to all affected customers. If you experience service issues (such as no water, very low pressure, or persistent discoloration), Baltimore County residents can call 443-263-2220 to report issues to the City’s 311 call center.
Water Distribution Site Closed
Water distribution at the Giant parking lot (11399 York Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030) has ended. The site closed at 4:00 p.m. today, Saturday, July 19, now that water service has been restored to the area.
Traffic Advisory: Road Closures Remain in Effect
To allow for ongoing site work, York Road is CLOSED from Schilling Road to Ashland Road.
A partial reopening of the roadway is tentatively expected on Sunday, July 20, pending progress on restoration efforts and safety assessments. Please continue to follow posted detours and check for updates.
What to Do After a Water Main Break
After a large water main break, it’s important to take the following precautions:
• Run Cold Water – Flush your taps by running cold water for 5–10 minutes to remove any sediment.
• Avoid Hot Water Use Initially – Do not use hot water until cold water runs clear to avoid pulling sediment into your water heater.
• Clean Aerators – Remove and rinse faucet aerators/screens to clear any debris.
• Check for Discoloration – If water is discolored, continue flushing. If it doesn’t clear, contact the number below.
DPW continues to monitor the system to ensure water quality. For questions or concerns, Baltimore County residents can call 443-263-2220.

of Baltimore County. Crews worked through the night to restore service safely and efficiently.

Water service has now been restored to all affected customers. If you experience service issues (such as no water, very low pressure, or persistent discoloration), Baltimore County residents can call 443-263-2220 to report issues to the City’s 311 call center.
Water Distribution Site Closed
Water distribution at the Giant parking lot (11399 York Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030) has ended. The site closed at 4:00 p.m. today, Saturday, July 19, now that water service has been restored to the area.
Traffic Advisory: Road Closures Remain in Effect
To allow for ongoing site work, York Road is CLOSED from Schilling Road to Ashland Road
 A partial reopening of the roadway is tentatively expected on Sunday, July 20, pending progress on restoration efforts and safety assessments. Please continue to follow posted detours and check for updates.
What to Do After a Water Main Break
After a large water main break, it’s important to take the following precautions:
• Run Cold Water – Flush your taps by running cold water for 5–10 minutes to remove any sediment.
• Avoid Hot Water Use Initially – Do not use hot water until cold water runs clear to avoid pulling sediment into your water heater.
• Clean Aerators – Remove and rinse faucet aerators/screens to clear any debris.
• Check for Discoloration – If water is discolored, continue flushing. If it doesn’t clear, contact the number below.
DPW continues to monitor the system to ensure water quality. For questions or concerns, Baltimore County residents can call 443-263-2220.

Orlando to Ft. Lauerdale


Would you like to take a daytrip from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale? We can get you there through driving, taking a plane, taking a bus or taking a train.

The distance from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale is 212 miles, which is an estimated 3 to 3 1/2 hours when driving.

Would you like to take a daytrip from Orlando to FortLauderdale? We can get you there through driving, taking a plane, taking a bus or taking a train.

DRIVING
We will provide different routes to get you from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale. There are different options to get from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale. We will list three different routes.

Option 1-Florida Turnpike & I-95
The distance from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale using the Florida Turnpike is 212 miles. This is the quickest and most expensive route as it is an estimated three hours and 10 minutes

Motorists are advised to start at Interstate 4 West and to get off at exit 77 which is the exit for the Florida Turnpike.
Motorists are next told to take the Turnpike 143 miles all the way South Florida until Exit 116, Jupiter Road. Then turn left onto southbound I-95. Then take exit 27 off I-95 to arrive in Fort Lauderdale.
There is a toll when taking the Florida Turnpike. The toll is an estimated $xxx from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale.

Option 2 I-95
The distance from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale when using the Florida Turnpike and I-95 is three hours and 19 minutes and 221 miles.
This route starts on Florida Route 50 east. Take that road for 17 miles until it eventually becomes Florida Route 520 E. Stay on that road until it connects to I-95 South 23 miles later.
Remain on I-95 South for 174 miles. Take exit 27, which is Florida Route 842 Broward Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale.

FLIGHTS
It is about an hour and 5 minute non-stop flight from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale. There are around five flights a day that leave from (link to airport website) Orlando International Airport (MCO).
The airport is located at Orlando International Airport, 1 Jeff Fuqua Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32827.
Flights leave as early as 7:35 a.m. and flights go out as late as 11 p.m. Spirit, Southwest and Silver are the three airlines that provide flights from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale.
There are flights as low as $120 on some discounted sites but those flights must be booked in advance and are part of special deals. It appears most flights are around $200 to $300 per person and some last minute flights can range between $400 to $500.

Here is the daily flight schedule from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale

7:35 a.m. Spirit 195 departs from Orlando
9:35 a.m. Southwest 3627 departs from Orlando
3:40 p.m. Silver 53 departs from Orlando
9 p.m. Spirit 3675 departs from Orlando
10 p.m. Southwest 1225 departs from Orlando

 

 

4:20 a.m. Greyhound Orlando Bus Station to Fort Lauderdale Bus Station 7:55 a.m. $47.99

5:05 a.m. Flixbus Orlando International Drive to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride $51.25

5:30 a.m. Flixbus Kissimmee North to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 11:40 a.m. $51.26

7 a.m. Flixbus Orlando International Drive to Ft. Lauderdale Airport 10:35 a.m. $42.99

7:25 a.m. Flixbus Kissimmee North to Fort Lauderdale Airport 10 a.m. $37.99

7:45 a.m. Flixbus University of Central Florida to Fort Lauderdale Airport. $64.99

10:10 a.m. Greyhound Orlando Bus Station to Fort Lauderdale Bus Station 1:40 p.m.

10:30 a.m. Flixbus Orlando International Drive Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 2:10 p.m. $42.99

11 a.m. Flixbus Kissimmee North to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 2:10 p.m. $37.99

11 a.m. Flixbus Orlando Airport to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 2:55 p.m. $37.99

11:15 a.m. Flixbus Salt Lake Road to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 2:55 p.m. $37.99

11:45 a.m. Flixbus Kissimmee North to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 2:55 p.m. $37.99

1 p.m. Flixbus Orlando International Drive to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 5 p.m. $37.99

1:25 p.m. Flixbus Kissimmee North to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 5 p.m. $37.99

2 p.m. Flixbus Orlando International Drive to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 5:30 p.m. $42.99

2:25 Flixbus Kissimmee to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 5:30 p.m. $42.99

3 p.m. Flixbus Orlando International Drive to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 6:60 $37.99

3:25 p.m. Flixbus Kissimmee North to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 6:50 p.m.

4 p.m. Flixbus Orlando Airport to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 7:50 p.m. $37.99

4:15 p.m. Flixbus Salt Lake Road to
Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 7:50 p.m. $37.99

5:05 p.m. Greyhound Orlando Bus Station to Fort Lauderdale Bus Station. $37.99

5:25 Flixbus Orlando International Drive to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 8:55 p.m. $37.99

5:50 p.m. Flixbus Kissimmee North to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 8:55 p.m. $37.99

9:10 p.m. Greyhound Orlando Bus Station to Fort Lauderdale Bus Station 2:15 a.m. $37.99

11:50 p.m. Flixbus Orlando International Drive to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 8:05 a.m. $49.99

11:50 p.m. Flixbus Orlando International Drive to Broward Boulevard Park & Ride 8:10 a.m. $49.99

11:50 p.m. Greyhound Orlando International Drive to Fort Lauderdale 8:20 a.m. $49.99

TRAIN
The costs of a train ticket between Orlando and Ft. Lauderdale is $ggg

The 91 Silver Star leaves the Orlando train station at 10:47 a.m. and arrives in Fort Lauderdale at 12:55 p.m. It is approximately at 7:10 minute ride.

The 97 Silver Meteor is only 4:47
It departs from the Orlando train station at 1:19 p.m. and arrives in Fort Lauderdale at 6:06 p.m.

County to Give Essex Residents Trash Carts

New pilot program will distribute high-quality trash carts for residential trash pickup in the Essex community


In the latest effort to improve quality of life for residents and expand vermin abatement efforts, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced a new pilot program to distribute high-quality trash carts for residential trash pickup in the Essex community.

Beginning on Thursday, Nov. 3, new 65-gallon trash carts will be delivered to approximately 4,300 residences in Essex neighborhoods that currently receive bi-weekly trash pick-ups as part of a targeted pilot to provide a safer, more efficient and environmentally friendly means of handling trash. Postcards were mailed during the week of October 23 to residences that will receive these carts.

“We are fully committed to Essex, and addressing basic quality-of-life issues is an important step in renewing the business district and reinstalling civic pride,” said Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski. “This initiative, coupled with upcoming streetscape and roadway projects, will help pave the way for the revitalization of Essex.”

For the first phase of this targeted pilot, Baltimore County’s Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPWT) leveraged $380,000 in ARPA funding to purchase trash carts emblazoned with the County seal, which will be distributed to approximately 4,300 homes beginning this week.

“Keeping our streets clean is important for the quality of life in our communities, including for public health,” said U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen. “This effort to distribute trash carts to over 4,000 homes will help strengthen sanitation operations and improve the overall well-being of Baltimore County residents. I’m proud to have fought to pass the American Rescue Plan to support local priorities that impact the everyday lives of Marylanders from our streets to our schools and small businesses.”

This is the latest effort in Baltimore County’s ongoing place-based revitalization initiative in the Essex community.

Last year, Olszewski joined with local officials and neighborhood leaders to discuss community concerns, including public safety, code enforcement, access to recreational spaces, as well as other social and economic disparities. Rat infestation and loose trash was a common concern for most participants.

Recognizing the need for a coordinated response to address these issues, Olszewski is leading a cross-departmental effort that is dedicating concentrated resources to support the Essex community’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic while combatting these historical challenges.

“We are excited to kick off this pilot project in Essex and, if used properly and consistently, the new carts will assist us in our vermin abatement efforts as well as promote environmental friendliness by keeping trash covered in the community,” said Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation Acting Director D’Andrea Walker. “This initiative is one of several DPWT community revitalization projects planned in response to community concerns, and we look forward to this area once again becoming a destination location

The carts are free-of-charge to residents and are to be used for household trash only. Recyclables, yard materials and hazardous waste should continue to be disposed of separately.

The large, sealable trash carts will — when used appropriately — effectively contain trash, eliminate litter and, combined with other ongoing eradication efforts, continue to reduce the number of rodents in the area. Should residents move, occupants are asked to leave the trash cart at their current residence.

Based on the success of this targeted pilot, Baltimore County will explore opportunities to expand this program.

For questions about the program, please contact Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation officials at solidwaste@baltimorecountymd.gov.

GoFundMe Page Setup for Perry Hall Fire


– photo courtesy of GoFundMe-

A GoFundMe page has been set up for the victims of the Perry Hall fire on Monday.

The house is located in the 9000 block of Transom Road near the intersection of Ballygar Road off Ebenezer Road. and the family lost most of its belongings in the fire on March 14 before 3 p.m.

According to the page, the family has lived at the home for 27 years.

To donate, go to the page.

BCPS to Close Today With Predicted Bad Weather


All Baltimore County Public Schools (including the Virtual Learning Program) will be closed today, Friday, October 29, 2021, due to severe weather conditions.

Significant amounts of rainfall with the potential for dangerous flash flooding are expected throughout the day.

Daycare programs in school buildings will be closed. Central and administrative offices will remain open, with the option for remote work or unscheduled leave for staff.

Key Bridge to Close for 30 Minutes Thursday


The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) announced on Tuesday that the Key Bridge (I-695) would be closed in both directions for about 30 minutes on Thursday, Sept. 9 as marine vessels carrying four large cranes would across under the bridge..

Today, the MDTA estimated that the closure will take place approximately 12 p.m. on the Key Bridge for about 15-30 minutes.

Times and durations will be approximate and dependent upon the vessel’s progress. This transport is weather dependent. Both sides of the bridge will be closed.

The Bay Bridge in Annapolis will also be closed around 10 a.m. for approximately 15-30 minutes.

Town Fair Returns With Great Celebration


The Perry Hall Town Fair returned today with a full celebration. There were local businesses, churches, food, music and fun activities for the whole family.

Prizes and free promotional gifts were given out by businesses.

There were elected officials but only Republicans as Councilman David Marks (picture d), and Delegate Joe Boteler were at a booth. There were no elected Democrats at the fair. Non partisan School Board Vice Chair Julie Henn (pictured with Marks) was also at the event.

Baltimore County Police (pictured) set up a recruitment booth at the fair.

The fair was cancelled in 2020 as a result of COVID-19.

The Perry Hall/White Marsh Business Association and the PHWMBA Community Foundation presents The Town Fair each year to bring businesses & the community together.

Jerry’s Toyota and Weis Supermarkets are among the sponsors of the event.

Kenwood High Grad Named Sophie Kerr Prize Finalist


MacKenzie Brady, a 2017 graduate of Kenwood High School and a senior at Washington College, is one of only six 2021 finalists for the Sophie Kerr Prize in literature, worth $65,580 this year.

The winner of the nation’s largest undergraduate literary prize will be announced on Friday, May 21, at 7:30 p.m. during a ceremony livestreamed on YouTube. The prize is awarded each year to the Washington College graduating senior demonstrating the greatest literary promise.

“The achievements of our graduates bring honor to and reflect the strengths of our schools,” said Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams. “We will be listening for MacKenzie Brady’s name to be called on Friday, and we look forward to her literary endeavors.”

Brady, an English and studio art major at Washington College, is editor-in-chief of the student newspaper, The Elm; poetry editor for the student literary and arts magazine, Collegian; managing editor of the student journal of liberal arts and sciences, Washington College Review; president of Writers’ Union; a poetry screener for the national literary journal, Cherry Tree; and a member of the National English Honor Society, Sigma Tau Delta.

Brady’s portfolio contains poems, flash fiction, and essays. Last year, Brady participated in a summer journalism experience, funded by the Harwood Journalism Endowment Fund, at the Kent County News. After graduation, she will join the newspaper staff as a reporter, with plans to pursue a Master of Fine Arts degree in poetry.