While Baltimore has been losing population, waterfront neighborhoods like Locust Point have been growing. But the growth has created some tensions – between industry and developers and between oldtime residents and newcomers.
New Neighbors Typify Change to Locust Point
By Nahal Mottaghian Capital News Service Return to Locust Point: A Changing Waterfront BALTIMORE – Rita and Patrick Mansfield sat on the rooftop deck of their new McHenry Pointe townhome earlier this month, chatting with the residents on the neighboring…
Locust Point Neighborhood Evolves From Families to Hip Singles
The close-knit community where everyone knew each other has been shaken by the influx of newcomers attracted by Locust Point’s up-and-coming developments who, longtime resident Bill Lear said, “walk right by you with their nose in the air, not even thinking to say ‘hi’ or ‘bye’ or anything.”
Blue Collars, White Collars Learn to Share Evolving Locust Point Neighborhood
Jimmy Reed Capital News Service Return to Locust Point: A Changing Waterfront BALTIMORE – Michael Gentile, 58, and his partner, Stephen Yasko, 50, spent a recent Saturday afternoon at the Locust Point neighborhood dog park, walking their golden retriever, Hudson.…
Under Armour Changes Attitudes in Locust Point
The sports apparel company worked to gain residents’ trust in Locust Point by appointing an official liaison to the community.
Public School Provides Focal Point for Locust Point Growth
Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School’s principal, Mary McComas, a Locust Point native, has long-term changes planned to strengthen the school and resident support. This is a challenge when Locust Point residents are sending their children to schools outside of the community.
For Locust Point’s John Shea, a Strong Neighborhood Needs a Strong School
John Shea had lived in Locust Point for less than two years when two Francis Scott Key middle-schoolers got into a fight last spring, and the video went viral. Suddenly, a lot of negative attention was focused on the neighborhood — and Shea was concerned.
Quiet Zone on Andre Street to silence trains in Locust Point
The Andre Street train crossing will soon become a 24 hour quiet zone after Locust Point residents complained about loud train horns at odd hours. A CSX official however said the sirens are an effective way to prevent collisions.
Death Penalty, Gas and Guns: Md. Legislature 2013
Gun control, the death penalty, transportation and the environment are expected to be top issues in this year’s legislative session.
Locust Point Population Change Prompts Culture Clash
Longtime residents feel community relations with new neighbors are strained