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What's up Lutherville! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How would 325 new apartments reshape traffic in Old Lutherville?
  • Is Lutherville's new go-to spot hiding in a Timonium strip mall?
  • What leadership change follows First Financial's move from Lutherville to Sparks?

Also on today's calendar: The Children's Playhouse of Maryland - Billy Elliot The Musical - LIVE ON STAGE and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 86 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 82, low: 59.
  • Saturday: A blend of sun and clouds, with a high of 76 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Baltimore County Council debates future of Lutherville redevelopment (wbal.com) — Lutherville residents face a pivotal decision as Baltimore County Council weighs whether to back a transit-oriented redevelopment that would add 325 apartments and major retail on 13 vacant acres by the light rail. Supporters tout new jobs, safety, and revitalization, while longtime neighbors warn Old Lutherville's narrowed roads and Ridgely Road access can't handle more traffic or school crowding. The TOD designation could unlock public financing and incentives.
   

• Vito's Pizza and Sushi Oishii have the Baltimore County suburbs buzzing (thebanner.com) — Lutherville-area diners have two new options nearby, with Vito's Pizza and Sushi Oishii opening at Timonium's Yorkridge Shopping Center just off York Road. A local realtor even dubbed Sushi Oishii possibly Lutherville's best new restaurant, praising its all-you-can-eat format. Reviewers highlight standout New York-style slices, creative sushi rolls, and a growing buzz that could change how locals plan grocery runs and fairground trips.
   

• First Financial FCU CEO Eric Church Sets Retirement Date; Successor Named (thecudaily.com) — First Financial Federal Credit Union, which relocated its operations from Lutherville to Sparks, is undergoing a major leadership change as longtime CEO Eric Church retires on October 5. President James Wheeler will step into the combined president and CEO role, with the credit union highlighting strong growth, regional expansion, and a focus on continuity for members during the transition.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Local Event: USA Vein Clinics to Host Free Vein Screening in Timonium (patch.com)
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  • Popular Bookstore To Open New Baltimore Co. Branch This November (patch.com)

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Ok Lutherville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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