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Precision timing for Britain's Big Ben as clocks go back

British clockmaker Ian Westworth is bracing for a wave of concern this weekend from Londoners convinced the country's most ...
The Baltimore Sun

Kevin Dayhoff: Bid approved for a major renovation of the Westminster Clock Tower

Almost exactly to the day, 126 years after the Westminster Clock Tower was dedicated, the Westminster Mayor and Common Council voted unanimously to give the iconic symbol a complete renovation. The ...
Capital Gazette

Westminster officials approve new contract for repairs to city’s iconic clock tower

Westminster’s iconic clock tower at 66 E. Main St., is in desperate need of restoration due to structural issues caused by water penetration, and city officials ...
Capital Gazette

Westminster goes ‘Back to the Future’ with dedication of restored clock tower and movie screening

Spooky Saturday in downtown Westminster will include a “Back to the Future” theme, featuring a screening of the 1985 movie, live actors dressed as movie characters, a DeLorean and other classic cars ...
Time

All the Quirky British Tradition at the State Opening of Parliament

Every year, without fail, the U.K.’s State Opening of Parliament sparks renewed fascination for its extravagant conventions entangled in royal tradition. The State Opening—which takes place in the ...