Community Corner

Lower Elkridge Fire, Route 1 Development, Montgomery Road Trash

Ten articles from Elkridge and surrounding areas that made waves this week.


Elkridge Hess Fights Gas Tax
More than 750 people have signed a petition at the Elkridge Hess against the proposed gas tax.

Trashy Behavior on Montgomery Road
Resident calls police after seeing school bus driver littering in Elkridge.

Does School Board Need Lessons in Civility?
Perceived infighting on Howard County Board of Education is likened to Jerry Springer, spurs recommendation board seek professional help.

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Coming Soon to Ellicott City: Chipotle
Commenters have a lot to say about a new Mexican chain restaurant moving into town, across the street from a locally-owned joint.

House Fire Displaces Elkridge Family
Saturday morning basement fire on Paradise Avenue made family's home uninhabitable.

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Baltimore County Gets in Gear for Bike Commuters
Commuter route for bicycles will connect UMBC and the MARC Halethorpe Station.

Acidity May Have Tainted Columbia School's Milk
Milk pulled from Glenwood Middle School last month had unusually high acid levels, which may have been caused by sanitizer that was not completely flushed from equipment.

County Council Opens Route 1 for Development
Local legislators voted unanimously that infrastructure was in place to support new residential projects to the tune of 600 units in Elkridge.

Behind the Counter: Rams Head Tavern
Head chef Brent "Turbo" Shellem discusses managing a high-quality kitchen in the middle of Historic Savage Mill.

Native American Program at CCBC Will be First in the State
The community college will also welcome Native American speaker next week.


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