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Fire Captain Retires, Developer Backs Down, Proposal to Justin Tucker: Biggest Headlines of 2013
Here's a look at the year's most-read headlines from around Perry Hall and Baltimore County.
The past year was one of excitement, frustration and healing.
People around Perry Hall started 2013 celebrating a Super Bowl victory by the Baltimore Ravens.
In May, the PHHS graduates sang a song of camaraderie after a school year that saw a shooting, "Memories shall bind us, Friendship true shall ever hold us, Sing we ever, Perry Hall."
Residents concerned with overcrowding schools and roadways got a victory in October when a developer pulled out of plans for an apartment complex.
The year is ending, but like every fresh January, the Perry Hall community will have a chance to make it the best year yet. Here is a look back at some of the biggest, controversial and heartwarming stories of 2013:
A Mall Icon Still Welcoming Families to White Marsh Mall
It has been 31 years since Miss Kitty dressed up as a clown, walked into White Marsh Mall, and first started greeting shopping families with her balloons.
Residents, Police Return Wandering Child Home
A Perry Hall resident flagged down a Baltimore County police officer after the citizen noticed a 4-year-old walking down the street in March.
Perry Hall Gets Lights, Trail Improvements, Gym
Perry Hall got approval for improvements at Gough Park, Perry Hall Elementary School and Indian Rock Park.
Mission BBQÂ Donates $20K to Military Charity
Mission BBQ made a significant donation to support the Wounded Warriors Project, in honor of National Armed Forces Week 2013.
Perry Hall Fire Department Captain Retires After 34 Years
Fred Trentzsch retired in May after 34 years of fighting fires. He ended his career in Perry Hall where he served as captain since 1992.
Company Withdraws Application for Apartment Complex
The Shelter Group—a company that applied to build a 120-apartment complex on Ebenezer Road—withdrew its application to build after significant public push back in October.
Fan Makes Justin Tucker a Mix Tape, Asks to Marry Him
Ashley Frampton waited seven hours to meet Ravens kicker Justin Tucker during an autograph session at the White Marsh Mall.
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