🌱 Debate Over Baltimore County Transit Proposals + New CIO Of BC

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Here are the top three stories today in Catonsville:

1. Baltimore County residents are pushing back against the Maryland Transit Administration transit proposals to connect downtown Baltimore with Lutherville, Timonium, and Towson by either light rail, subway, or dedicated bus lane service along York Road or Loch Raven Boulevard. The seven proposed routes sparked sharp debate about the loss of lanes for regular traffic along already busy streets. (Mass Transit)
2. The Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced technologist Mike Fried will be the new CIO of Baltimore County. Fried brings past experience from working as the chief technology and innovation officer for Baltimore city's public library system and as CIO of the city's Health Department. (Government Technology)
3. There will be no events at the Catonsville Branch Library from Dec. 23 to Dec. 27. View the link to see the upcoming events schedule, including 'Family and Friends Story Time' on Dec. 22 and 'Books, Coffee, and Conversation,' on Dec. 28. (Baltimore County Public Library)

Today in Catonsville:

• Catonsville Farmers Market At Christian Temple Church (9:00 AM)
• Pop-ups Galore Holiday Market And Non-Perishable Food And Toy Drive At 1905 Edmondson Ave. (4:30 PM)
• R&B × Taco Tuesdays Game Night At Loafers Seafood Grill (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for work or just curious to see who's hiring in the Catonsville area? Check out the latest job openings in your area including telecommunications assistant, office specialist, and insurance agent. (Catonsville Patch)
• On Dec 19, Wilkens Precinct BCoPD officers helped kick off Catonsville's Menorah lighting! View the link to see pictures from the event. (Baltimore County PD via Twitter)
• Mark your calendar for Jan. 5 at 7:30 p.m.! The Kennedys will perform live at the Clubhouse of Catonsville, 10 St. Timothys Lane. Pete and Maura Kennedy are an American folk-rock band; click here to learn more and to RSVP. (Baltimore County Arts Guild via Instagram)

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— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!