Thanks to Clean Air Prince George’s for taking members of the County Council on a bus tour of Brandywine to learn about clean and healthy, sustainable businesses for our rural tier versus dirty fossil-fuel industries. They have a list of … Continue reading
Category Archives: Announcement
The Mattawoman fossil fuel power plant may still come to Brandywine – bigger and closer to Brandywine Road than previously planned! Check out this web page for more information and how you can help. … Continue reading
A Public Comment Hearing on Mattawoman Energy Center’s proposal to build and change from water to air cooled, to be held on Tuesday July 23, 2019 at 7 PM, at the Brandywine Volunteer Fire Department’s Social Hall, 14201 Brandywine Road, … Continue reading
Southern Maryland News’s Enquirer-Gazette reported on May 16 by journalist, Paul Lagasse, “Customer bows out of Dominion pipeline project” per the image caption “Dominion Energy Cove Point LLC announced last week that Mattawoman Energy LLC is no longer a customer … Continue reading
There will be a yard sale on Saturday, May 18, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Thomas Church located at 14300 St. Thomas Church Road, Upper Marlboro. There will be baked goods and refreshments available for everyone. The … Continue reading
“Cluster of power plants divides a Maryland community” Watch the video, but also see the article here on the CNN website The article has additional information, interviews, and photos. “Brandywine lies in the southeast corner of Maryland’s Prince George’s County. … Continue reading
Joint Base Andrews is seeking public feedback regarding its environmental program at the Brandywine Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office (DRMO) Yard. Members of the public are invited to participate in a survey from July 8-25, 2017 that will provide the … Continue reading
Join neighbors to strategize and workshop shared pathways of actions to address existing and emerging Natural Gas Infrastructure (NGI) in Maryland. From pipelines to compressor stations, our communities are paying for dirty energy with their health and the ever-growing threat … Continue reading
We have Keys Power plant in progress building now and the Panda power plant that was our first natural gas power plant in Brandywine (map to both here). Even though natural gas is cleaner than coal, we don’t need another … Continue reading
As you may know, the 4th fossil fuel energy plant in our small town is starting to be built right on Brandywine Road. It will be huge and have stacks that will be releasing the remnants of its cooling water … Continue reading
Earth Day, April 22 9 AM – 1 PM with free music and refreshments, which benefits environmental programs in the area – this year will go to helping the fight against the 3rd gas-generated power plant in Brandywine. plant swap … Continue reading
The Fly Ash Special Exception hearing is coming on January 25 at 9:30 AM. It is full to capacity as currently allowed, but they want a special exception to increase the amount of fly ash they store at the facility … Continue reading
Proposed Plan information session for the Brandywine DRMO site will be on December 12, 2016, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Brandywine Fire Department, 14201 Brandywine Road, Brandywine, Maryland. See attached fact sheet. Fact Sheet DRMO December2016 … Continue reading
Brandywine Welcomes Water Walk Maryland! Sat. Nov. 12th, 2016 11 AM to 3 PM at Chapel of the Incarnation 14070 Brandywine Rd.,Brandywine,MD. Welcome All! Community Fun Event to Support Maryland Fracking Ban: Free snacks and beverages – coffee house style! … Continue reading
2016 MAY 18 Legal Notice_Brandywine PP – this link is to a PDF about the meeting (June 2 7-9 PM at the Brandywine Volunteer Fire Department) that was in the newspaper. Are you nearby the site of the power plant … Continue reading
Dear Neighbor, We are writing to ask for your help. We have launched a legal challenge to stop the construction of a third power plant in the immediate Brandywine area. Both the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) and … Continue reading
SHARING AS REQUESTED: Dear Neighbors, Did you know that beginning with the April 2016 elections and for the foreseeable future Maryland voters will be using paper ballots? Yes, starting this election cycle Maryland will be using a new voting system. … Continue reading
Enough Bad Air: According to U.S. EPA, the ozone in Prince George’s County already exceeds
air
quality
standards
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to
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our
health.
Elevated
levels
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ozone
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children,
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endanger
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chronic
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very
old
and
the
very
young
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at
greatest
risk.
Brandywine-North Keys Civic Association: NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON JANUARY 20, 2016, IN THE MEDIA CENTER AT THE BRANDYWINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. THE MEETING BEGINS AT 7:00PM. Brandywine/TB Southern Region Neighborhood Coalition: Rescheduled Dear Neighbor, You’re invited to our community … Continue reading
Maryland voted to ban fracking until for 2 1/2 yrs., which was already 1/2 a year ago. What happens when the ban is over? Could it really happen here? We are, apparently, getting more natural gas plants in Brandywine. Those … Continue reading
Public Hearing, August 17, 2015 – 7:00 PM Brandywine Volunteer Fire Department Four power plants in Brandywine?! See blog article on another site here with a map of the location of 3 approved plant and this 4th one that’s proposed … Continue reading
The Greater Baden Aquasco Citizens Association (GBACA) is organizing a Town Hall Meeting on Wed. March 18th, 7:30 pm at the Baden Firehall (16608 Brandywine Rd. Brandywine Md. 20613) Our county council rep. Mel Franklin will be our guest specifically … Continue reading
Check out Craigslist in Brandywine and help out a neighbor by buy a unique gift that might suit that special person on your list better than what is available commercially. Here is a “gift” search in Brandywine and a stocking … Continue reading
News from the county: Prince George’s County Creates PILOTs for Keys Energy Center in Brandywine, Generates $56 Million in New Property Taxes for the County and the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (PDF) … Continue reading
The Maryland Department of the Environment has scheduled a public informational hearing Monday, November 17 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Brandywine Volunteer Fire Department. Keys Energy has applied to construct a natural gas-fired, air-cooled electric generation facility … Continue reading
There’s a new women-owned professional service business in town – Mr. Handyman of Ft. Washington and Clinton is actually based in Brandywine and serves all of southern Prince George’s County and areas to the south. This service closes the circle … Continue reading
Baden Community Center 13601 Baden-Westwood Road Brandywine, MD 12 noon-5 pm Celebrate Baden Community Day! This Family Fun Community Day features mechanical rides, carnival like games, face painting, artists, a moon bounce, train rides and vendors. Last year we had … Continue reading
From the Washington Post: Timothy Brandywine Investment 1 & 2, Crofton. A site plan was submitted for proposed grading and infrastructure work at the Villages of Timothy Branch. The 334-acre project calls for 1,200 residential units and 305,000 square feet … Continue reading
Greater Baden Aquasco Citizens Association (GBACA) and the Brandywine-North Keys Civic Association (BNKCA) will both hold their community meetings on Wednesday, Sept 17 GBACA will meet at the Baden VFD Hall at 7:30 p.m. and BNKCA will meet at Brandywine … Continue reading
The Prince George’s County Public Schools is implementing a number of strategies to ensure the health and safety of students and employees. – All impacted schools will receive bottled water to meet the needs of the students and staff in … Continue reading
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THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN STERLING VIRGINIA HAS ISSUED A * FLASH FLOOD WARNING FOR… PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY IN CENTRAL MARYLAND… NORTHERN CHARLES COUNTY IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND… * UNTIL 530 PM EDT * AT 225 PM EDT…NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER … Continue reading
Yard Sale this Saturday 6 AM to 1 PM on 10709 North Keys Rd. Furniture and household misc. Priced to sell, some items free. Please spread the word! … Continue reading
August 23—24, 2014 The 200th Anniversary of the War of 1812 in Prince George’s County “Battle of Bladensburg Commemoration” Military Re-enactments / Living History performers; Food Truck Rally; Living History Village; Family Fun Village—featuring sing-along with the “Blue Sky Puppets”; … Continue reading
Yard Sale this Saturday 6 AM to 1 PM on North Keys Rd. at #10709. Furniture and household misc. Priced to sell, some items free. Please spread the word! … Continue reading
From Our County Council Representative, Mel Franklin: *New Location – Showplace Arena* 4th ANNUAL DISTRICT 9 FAMILY & FRIENDS DAY Sunday, Aug. 3rd, 3pm-6pm Please join me and your neighbors on Sunday, August 3rd outdoors at the site of the Showplace Arena and Equestrian … Continue reading
Top Banana Home-Delivered Groceries, a nonprofit located in Brandywine that delivers groceries to those unable to get to a store, needs volunteer drivers on Wednesdays to deliver to seniors and people with disabilities in Waldorf, La Plata, Indian Head and … Continue reading
Skip the city, see fireworks in Charles County (The National Harbor has cancelled their fireworks.) Or go up Rt. 301 to Six Flags or Bowie Check for Activities at: Baden Community Center 13601 Baden-Westwood Road Brandywine, MD 20613 301-888-1500; TTY … Continue reading
From Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS): Now through August 1, Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) will provide free and nutritious breakfast and lunch for all children ages 18 and under at specific sites throughout the summer. “Providing continuous … Continue reading
Today is the last day of early voting. You can still vote early today. There’s a lot of information on this blog. If you’re going to wait until the official Primary Election Day, Tues. June 24, you will be able … Continue reading
An article today in the Washington Post says, “The Maryland Transit Administration is considering a proposed 19-mile transit alignment along the State Route 5/U.S. 301 corridor to connect the Waldorf area in Charles County to the Branch Avenue Metro Station … Continue reading
SHARE WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR GOOD CAUSE ON MAY 3, 2014 While Having a Good Meal in Brandywine, MD Good Day to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Print the image coupon below or the FUNDRAISER BRANDYWINE … Continue reading
For Homeowners IMPORTANT NOTICE Prince George’s and Charles County “No Longer Accept Yard Waste in Plastic Bags!!” For your convenience, we will haul your yard waste away for a nominal fee. Call 240-320-7843 for our fast, clean, and courteous Monday … Continue reading
Date: Saturday April 26th, 2014 Time: 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. (Rain or Shine) Place: 19070 Poplar Ridge Road, Brandywine, MD at the barn – Just north on Rt 382 from the intersection of Rt 381 Benefits Be green and … Continue reading
From The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA): The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) and CSX Transportation are making repairs to the railroad crossing at US 301 (Crain Highway) between Chew Road and the Marlboro Crossroads area just south of MD … Continue reading
According to a message by Delegate James Proctor, the Aquatic Recreation Center for Brandywine is planned to be here Late 2015 – Spring 2016. There is a Town Hall meeting tonight called “Celebrate Our Progress”. It will include an update … Continue reading
I did a review here about Jimmy Cooke’s as a top notch auto service here in Brandywine, but they have since closed. If you have auto services to recommend, please do.
Informational Meeting Panda’s Matttawoman Power Plant Proposal for Brandywine Wednesday Oct. 2nd, 2013 Time 7:30 pm Baden Fire Hall in Baden 16608 Brandywine Rd., Brandywine Md. 20608 Information about the proposed gas fired power plant will be presented by Panda. … Continue reading
On Monday, July 1, 2013, Charles and Prince George’s Counties will launch a new public transit service linking Charles County’s VanGO with Prince George’s County’s TheBus. The new transit service is the first transportation agreement between the counties and culminates … Continue reading
This property is all wooded, over 100 acres both sides of Aquasco Rd., just south of Aquasco at the county line. This is a plea to help save the rural tier: Conservation in the works – please help! Notice to … Continue reading