As the federal shutdown stretches into its third week, Baltimore families are feeling the pressure, with many turning to food pantries for urgent support. Local leaders like Rev. Andre Samuel are seeing record demand at community pantries, while Mayor Brandon Scott emphasizes the city’s efforts to provide resources, job placements, and emergency aid. With food lines growing and uncertainty mounting, these grassroots efforts are becoming a lifeline for hundreds across the city.
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Teach your kids backyard and urban farming to promote nutrition and neighborhood health
Community and backyard gardens teach children about nutrition, provide fresh produce, lower grocery costs, and strengthen neighborhood ties. Urban farming also promotes intergenerational learning, community cohesion, economic opportunities, and environmental benefits, while requiring organized efforts to overcome space, soil, resource, and regulatory challenges.
Posted inBaltimore Government
Baltimore officials strengthen security after $803K fraud incident
Baltimore City lost $803,000 in a fraud scheme where a scammer posed as a vendor representative. Officials are now enhancing security measures, including multi-factor authentication and employee training, to prevent future incidents.
Posted inBUSINESS
BOPA warns that arts community is ‘at extreme risk’ after city moves to cut ties
BOPA has expressed concerns about Baltimore City’s plan to terminate its contract within 90 days, citing the risk it poses to the future of the organization and local arts community.
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Family of DPW worker Ronald Silver II call for immediate action after heat death
The family of Ronald Silver II, who died from heat exhaustion while working for the Department of Public Works, are calling for immediate action from city government and legislators to prevent future tragedies.