Here are some recent notable stories published by Baltimore Fishbowl that are worth revisiting as you start your week: “Six months after leaving Charles Street for Mill Centre, art gallery owner Constantine Grimaldis looks back – and ahead“: After leaving Charles Street in December , C. Grimaldis Gallery now calls the Mill Centre home. Art gallery owner Constantine Grimaldis is looking back and ahead. Leon’s, the oldest continuously operating gay bar in Baltimore and one of the oldest in the country, is temporarily closing after the death of its owner Ron Singer. Screenshot via Google Maps. “Baltimore’s oldest gay bar has temporarily closed following the death of its owner but a reopening plan is in the works“: Baltimore’s oldest gay bar has closed temporarily following the death of its owner but a reopening plan is in the works. Mayor Scott speaks at Brooklyn Safe Streets event in Nov. 2024, celebrating 408 days without a homicide. Photo via Mayor Brandon M. Scott’s Facebook page. “Dan Rodricks: Is a less violent Baltimore primed for population growth? A conversation with Mayor Brandon Scott.“: Dan Rodricks sits down with Mayor Brandon Scott to discuss Baltimore’s homicide reduction, population growth, and the future of Harborplace. Photo from Live Baltimore’s Facebook page. “Buy Back the Block program returns with largest eligibility area yet“: With the goal of increasing homeownership and helping long-term Baltimore City residents, the Buy Back the Block program relaunches. Photo via Baltimore Recnparks Facebook page. “Fête Champêtre elevates the vibe from everyday picnic to lavish affair“: Bring a blanket or rent a tent for this luxurious garden party brought to city residents by Baltimore City Recreation and Parks. ...read more read less