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    Yesh Hummus, 607 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville
    EatMoreBeMore’s Beltway series: Where to eat off the Northwest loop of 695
    In the Northwest corridor of Baltimore's I-695 loop, you can find fast casual, fine dining, and everything in between.
    Danny “Danny Joe” LaBrecque and wife, Stefani LaBrecque are the creators of Danny Joe’s Tree House, a local children’s puppet show that takes people back to the basics with feel good lessons and classic puppetry. Danny Joe’s Tree House uses current social issues to help guide children (and adults!) through their emotions and feelings with fun, original characters.
    Baltimore’s Mister Rogers: ‘Danny Joe’s Tree House’ is a nod to retro kids’ shows
    Fifteen years ago, Danny LaBrecque started the web series “Danny Joe’s Tree House,” which teaches kids how to handle big thoughts, ideas and feelings.
    A student raises her hand to get the teacher’s attention inside Hampstead Hill Academy on 8/29/22. Monday was the first day back to school for Baltimore City students.
    Baltimore City teachers, prospects say hiring and certification processes make it difficult to get hired
    Baltimore City desperately needs teachers, but the hiring process is frustrating to prospective educators, some of whom say they are leaving the city for the county.
    Images from Elissa Blount Moorhead’s film “Life’s Time”.
    In memoriam: Valerie Maynard, friend and artist
    Valerie Maynard is remembered by her loved ones for her tenacity and drive to represent Black life in her art.
    Libby Erickson counts the number of Swifts the came to roost  this evening.  Today’s count was approximately 540.  Each September, thousands of chimney swifts spend the night  in Hampden's old bookbindery as they journey from Canada to South America. This year, could be the last as the building has been purchased and possibly slated for demolition.
    Planned demolition of Hampden bookbindery would deprive migratory birds of their roost
    Each September, Baltimore Bird Club members watch as chimney swifts pour into the chimney at the former Hampden bookbindery on their annual journey from Canada to South America. However, the birds will soon likely no longer have a chimney in which to roost.
    John Washko, one of the victims of the fire, is photographed in the burned out home and looks for salvageable items from the fire.
    ‘Doing what we do best’: Abell neighborhood residents come together after June fires
    The cause of the fires remains under investigation, although neighbors say the burning of pride flags at the homes suggests a hate crime.
    Imani Spence's clay creations from first session, taken on her iPhone 6.
    Class Stories: The pottery wheel is a difficult tool. Here’s what you should know to take it on.
    Arts and culture writer Imani Spence tells readers of her first wheel throwing class.
    6/28/22—The exterior of the Baltimore City Circuit Courthouse., Courthouse East.
    ‘I do regret what I did’: Baltimore man gets 22 years for setting ex-girlfriend’s home on fire
    After an initial plea deal was thrown out by a judge, Luther Trent pleads guilty to attempted murder and arson.
    Work colleagues Uhmar Alston and Brenda Wintrode discovered they both love treasure hunting at thrift stores. Alston, an executive assistant, and Wintrode, a state government reporter at The Baltimore Banner are pictured here with their purchases at the Goodwill Retail Store at 6999 Reisterstown Rd. in Baltimore on August 26, 2022.
    How to properly thrift shop in Baltimore
    Two Banner employees who bonded over a love of secondhand stores share their best tips for thrifting success.
    Oakland Athletics' Rick Honeycutt, Jose Canseco, Walt Weiss, and Vance Law (left to right), walk past and greet President George Bush, Queen Elizabeth II, and Barbara Bush following a game against the Orioles in Baltimore, Maryland
    When Queen Elizabeth II watched the Orioles in Baltimore and her other visits to Maryland
    Queen Elizabeth II made just a few trips to the United States. One visit, in the early ’90s, including taking in an Orioles game in Baltimore.
    A student raises his hand to get his teacher’s attention inside Hampstead Hill Academy on 8/29/22. Monday was the first day back to school for Baltimore City students.
    Baltimore City teachers love their students, but a quarter may leave, survey finds
    A Fund for Educational Excellence survey of more than 400 teachers shows about half of Baltimore City school teachers are satisfied with their jobs and are motivated to stay because of the obligation they feel for their students. On the other hand, nearly a quarter said they weren't sure they would return after this school year, and they cited paperwork and student behavior as two reasons.
    A pay phone art installation at a Baltimore gas station created by local artist Juliet Ames, as seen on 9/7/22. The Baltimore-based artist is known for her decorated salt boxes.
    History calling: Baltimore artist adorns abandoned phone booths across the city
    Artist who turned the city’s salt boxes into an art form has found a new place to display her work — abandoned pay phones.
    Selena Carter works at her studio. She's currently teaching a masterclass for beginner who's interested in creating neon lights.
    Artist shares her light with others ... and it’s neon
    Trying a new hobby by chance brightened an entrepreneurial path for this West Baltimore native.
    6/28/22—The exterior of the Baltimore City Circuit Courthouse., Courthouse East.
    Baltimore man pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter after 3-year-old daughter fatally overdoses on fentanyl
    Jerome Faulkner, 39, of Belair-Edison, was sentenced to five years in prison.
    MOM’s Organic Market Rotunda in Hampden on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022.
    MOM’s Organic Market employees in Hampden vote overwhelmingly to unionize
    The unionization vote followed a months-long organizing effort by staff members at the Hampden grocery store, who said they were fighting for higher wages and more paid time off .
    7/8/22—A Baltimore Police officer’s car is parked on the corner of E Lombard St. & President St.
    Baltimore Police officer to serve 30 days for assaulting two men outside Popeyes in Radnor-Winston
    Officer Edmond Leamon, a more than 15-year veteran, entered Alford pleas to second-degree assault and misconduct in office.
    Seven people were shot — one of them fatally — on Wednesday after two individuals got out a car and began firing at a group gathered at an intersection in Northwest Baltimore
    ‘Unconscionable:’ 7 shot, 1 fatally, in Northwest Baltimore, police report
    The shooting happened before 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the intersection of Park Heights and Shirley avenues, Baltimore Police reported.
    Members of the Hoes Heights Action Committee come together to adovate for the park and Roland Water Tower to honor the history of the neighborhood amidst upcoming changes.
    Roland Water Tower park plans would cut off gateway to history, residents say
    A safe haven. A gateway to home. Roland Water Tower has a deeper meaning to longtime residents and visitors in North Baltimore.
    A beer flight at Full Tilt Brewing.
    Charm City Table’s restaurant picks in Belvedere and Mid-Govans
    A brewery, food hall, Senegalese restaurant and smokehouse make up the eclectic mix of food options in these neighborhoods.
    7 tips and hacks for living in Baltimore
    Whether you’re new to Baltimore or a longtime resident, here are some great hacks for making living in Charm City easier.
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