600 Street trees to be planted in Woodcroft & Harwood Manor

Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that the county will plant nearly 600 street trees in Carney’s Woodcroft and Harwood Manor neighborhoods this fall.  Durable root barriers will be installed to protect sidewalks. As these street trees grow, research shows that they will help with improving local air and water quality, reducing stormwater runoff, calming … Read more

Fire Department Push-In ceremony scheduled in Dundalk

Baltimore County Fire Department will celebrate the Push-In Ceremony commemorating the  Department’s Battalion expansion and honor newly promoted Battalion Chiefs. The ceremony takes place on Wednesday, July 22 at 10 a.m. at Eastview Station 15 in Dundalk.  This ceremony marks a major milestone as BCFD will expand from three battalions to six. “This vital growth … Read more

City students learn about aviation at Martin State Airport

–photos courtesy of David Trozzo, Maryland Department of Transportation- Last week,  50 students from Baltimore City learned about general aviation services available at airports like Martin State Airport, including corporate aviation, law enforcement, and flight schools. The Baltimore City students participatied in the BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport Summer Youth Initiative.   The students are spend … Read more

Virtual presentation for caregivers from County Library

Baltimore County Public Library presents s virtual presentation for caregivers on Tuesday, July 21 from 12:30pm – 1:30 p.m. Author and caregiver Dr. Sheri Yarbrough discusses navigating the challenges and finding the joys that come with being a caregiver. In her book, OMG! I’m the Grown-Up!: A Conversation on Giving-Care to a Loved One…and Yourself, Dr. Sheri … Read more

Dundalk house fire reported on Grove Rd

–photo courtesy of Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company- Baltimore County Fire Department reported a Dundalk house fire in the 900 block of Grove Road around 3:45 p.m. on Saturday. Crews arrived to the scene with the fire showing. The Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company reported crews were called for a propane tank leak but the … Read more

Police: Body found near Beltway/702 could be missing NJ woman

–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Police Department- Baltimore County Police reported that homicide detectives are investigating whether skeletal remains discovered earlier today in a tributary of Back River are those of 46-year-old Kimberly Gordon, who was reported missing from New Jersey and was last seen on June 21, 2026, at approximately 2 p.m. Officers responded … Read more

Code Red Air Quality Alert issued for region

–photo courtesy of National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington‘ Winds are carrying heavy smoke from the Canadian wildfires across our region, pushing the Air Quality Index (AQI) into the Unhealthy zone. A Code Red Air Quality Alert has been issued for the area. Baltimore County Fire Department advises sensitive group (children, older adults, or those with heart/respiratory … Read more

Down by the Bay event at Island View Waterfront

Island View Waterfront is hosting a Down by the Bay event this weekend The event will include shopping local makers, grabbing lunch from Crossroads Bistro, renting a kayak, meeting community organizations, and simply relaxing by the water. Bring your family. Bring your friends. Bring a lawn chair. The event is scheduled for Saturday, July 18 … Read more

Volcano Hot Pot White Marsh holds ribbon-cutting

–photo courtesy of Senator J.B. Jennings- Volcano Hot Pot White Marsh held a ribbon-cutting at its new location, 8136 Corporate Drive at the old Bertucci’s building The new business described itself as a “premier Asian Restaurant” State Senator J.B. Jennings attended the ceremony and recommended trying the food. “I had a great time checking out … Read more

Gunpowder Valley Conservancy Awarded $90,000 Grant

The following article was submitted by Councilman David Marks about a $90,000 grant for Gunpowder Valley Conservancy Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that the Gunpowder Valley Conservancy (GVC) will be receiving a $90,000 grant as part a larger award to the Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability, The GVC is a private, … Read more

Tractor trailer crashes into homes along Dundalk Avenue

–photos courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- Crews were on the scene in Dundalk after a tractor trailer crashed into multiple residential porches and a light pole on Wednesday afternoon. According to the Baltimore County Fire Department, the incident took place before 5 p.m. in the 20th block of Dundalk Avenue. BGE was called to … Read more

Del. Long: “Maryland Families Can’t Afford Another BGE Rate Hike”

The following article has been submitted by District 6 Delegate Bob Long about a proposed rate increase by BGE. On July 2, 2026, BGE asked the Maryland Public Service Commission for yet another electricity distribution rate increase. If approved, the average residential customer will pay about $8 more every month. Enough is enough. Maryland families … Read more