The new North Point Association announced they are hosting District 6 Senatorial community forum on Tuesday, May 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Baltimore County Public Library Essex branch. This is not a political event but an informational opportunity for residents to hear ideas from the candidates. No campaigning is allowed at the event. All … Read more
À Baltimore County Public Schools is beginning national search for a new superintendent after Myriam Rogers announced her retirement at the end of the school year. Public forums will be held from May 18-21, 2026. The east side session is set for Wednesday, May 20. Red House Run Elementary School — Cafeteria, 1717 Weyburn Rd. … Read more
-photo courtesy of drone operator Bob Gluth- Seneca Elementary School held its annual Field Day. One of the highlights was the opening ceremony where students came together to create agiant paw to a class “walk out song”. Last year, Seneca students spelled out the word “Seneca” and the school wanted to increase the formation. Field … Read more
The State Highway Administration will begin a Quick Build safety installation at the Old Eastern Avenue/Seamaster Road. intersection with MD 150/Eastern Boulevard on Monday, May 18. Work is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Drivers should expect: • Shoulder closure on eastbound MD 150 • Single right-lane closure on Old Eastern Avenue approaching the … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported an overnight building fire in Middle River. According to BCOFD, a detached commercial garage fire was fully engulfed in the 500 block of Earls Road before 2 a.m. Crews arrived and the fire was under control at 2:40 a.m. No injuries were reported.
County Councilman David Marks reports Baltimore County DEPS plans to conduct the next round of helicopter application of midge larvae treatment starting next Monday on Back River, Middle River and Bear Creek. Treatment zones are determined based on larvae monitoring results. The application is scheduled to start about 9 a.m. on Monday, May 18 and … Read more
Maryland Transportation Authority to hold virtual industry forum The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) today announced a virtual industry forum on May 19 at 2 p.m. During the forum, MDTA representatives will present the anticipated contracting approach for the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge and discuss how upcoming work will be divided into multiple … Read more
The following article was submitted by Councilman David Marks about a grant for the Bowleys Quarters hall. Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that the Bowleys Quarters Improvement Association will receive grant funding to complete lighting and signage upgrades at its community hall. The grant is worth about $30,000 and is funded through the Department … Read more
Seventh District Senator J.B Jennings announced House Bill 1532, the Utility RELIEF Act, was signed into law and he explains the new law in the following article. House Bill 1532, the Utility RELIEF Act, was signed into law. This legislation will provide modest relief to Maryland utility ratepayers, but it does not go nearly far … Read more
Sparrows Point softball wins another 2A North Region II title after defeating rival Eastern Tech 12-7. The Pointers jumped out to a quick 6-0 start after two innings and leaned on starting pitcher Annelise Cardoso and their defense. Cardoso pitched a complete game for the win with three strikeouts. She got help from the leftside … Read more
Team Galaxy, comprised of students from Baltimore and Montgomery counties, secured third place honors in the 2025–2026 NASA Dream With Us Design Challenge. The team is led by Lucas Chen, a Grade 10 student at Eastern Tech High School. Team members include Samarth Gomatam, Andy Yan, and Skyler Zeng, Grade 10 students at Dulaney High … Read more
–photo courtesy of Perry Hall High School Men’s Lacrosse Facebook page’ Perry Hall boys and girls lacrosse advanced to the State Quarterfinals after winning their 4A North Region I finals. Perry Hall was too much for Kenwood on Monday. The Gators easily won 19-2 on the road in girls lacrosse. Perry Hall plays at Roosevelt … Read more
–photos courtesy of Baltimore County Police Department- Baltimore County Police reported a police officer rescued a dog from a Dundalk rooftop in Turners Station on Tuesday. Officers responded to the 300 Block of Pine Street in Turners Station after receiving reports of a dog stranded on the rooftop of a two-story townhouse and unable to … Read more
The Office of Attorney General Anthony Brown released the following article that Maryland has reached a settlement with the owners of the ship that destroyed the Key Bridge Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced that the State of Maryland has reached a final settlement of$2.25 billion with Grace Ocean Private Limited and Synergy Marine Pte Ltd., … Read more
Margaret “Dee” Over, Keith Taylor and Dale Grimes were honored for their dedication to the community by Optimist Club of Dundalk on Monday night. “This evening, we celebrated the 2025 Dundalk Humanitarians of the Year – Margaret “Dee” Over & Keith Taylor and 2025 Dundalk Citizen of the Year – Dale Grimes,” said a statement … Read more
The Back River Restoration Committee will hold its next cleanup this Saturday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to noon. This clean up will take place along Eastern Boulevard, at 25 Eastern Blvd. in Essex. Use this link to sign up online today. Gloves, bags and buckets will be supplied by BRRC. Coffee and donuts will … Read more
Baltimore County Police reportee a 16 -year-old waa killed in crash while ridding his bicycle. The bicyclist was traveling eastbound along W. Joppa Road and attempting to make a left turn onto Abell Ridge Drive when a collision occurred with a vehicle traveling westbound on May 5 at approximately 5:30 p.m The victim was transported … Read more
Eastern Tech High School sent out a letter on Monday announcing that Kimberly Culbertson has been named the school’s new principal for the 2026-2027 school year. Culbertson is the current principal at Towson High School and takes over for C. Michelle Anderson, who left her job in September to take a position at BCPS. Lawrence … Read more
Tradepoint Atlantic in Sparrows Point will hold its annual Spring Virtual Community Open House this Thursday, May 14, starting at 1 p.m. This year’s presentation will include updated images showcasing construction activity at the Sparrows Point Container Terminal as well as new vertical development taking shape across the broader redevelopment area — offering a firsthand … Read more
The Maryland SPCA’s Kindness for Paws is returning for another art show at White Marsh Mall. Visit Level 1, near Macy’s Home Store until May 17 to see artwork that supports their furry friends and engages children in community service. Working with art teachers in Maryland, students crafted 2D artwork featuring cats and dogs that … Read more
Eastern Tech’s offense, led by Phil Pham, Issac Klos, and Dylan Dunn, was too much as the Mavericks defeated Patapsco 12-2 in the second round of Boys Lacrosse 2A North Region II. Patapsco’s All-County goalie Nate Abshire kept his team into the game with 14 first-half saves and help from defenders Adrian Henry, Bryan Taylor … Read more