Jericho Road will be closed at the Covered Bridge for a deck replacement project starting on or about Aug. 10. The project will take approximately 10 working days to complete. The bridge will be closed to all traffic during this time. All vehicular traffic is advised to follow the posted detour.
The public is invited to participate in the 11th Annual Baltimore County Career Fair at Eastpoint Mall on Wednesday, August 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Eastpoint Mall 7839 Eastpoint Mall. This event brings together top employers from across the region and connects them with a diverse pool of talented job seekers. Employers … Read more
National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington reports the severe thunderstorm watch in effect for areas along the I-95 corridor has been upgraded to a tornado watch. The Tornado Watch is in effect until 10 pm this evening.
–file photo- The following statement was released by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the increased water main breaks in the area. I’ve reached out to the Baltimore City Department of Public Works and Todd Crandall’s office to find out why these water main breaks keep happening—especially this time of year—and whether anything can be … Read more
Baltimore County Police are investigating a double shooting that occurred on Tuesday, July 28, at 2:05 a.m. Officers responded to the unit block of Parham Circle in Rossville, for a reported shooting. Upon arrival, they located a 19-year-old and 25-year-old male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to area hospitals with life-threatening … Read more
The Baltimore County Police Department is pleased to announce its participation in the 43rd annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4. This year’s event will include neighborhood block parties, cookouts, outdoor movies, face painting, back-to-school giveaways, and much more. National Night Out is an annual community-building event that aims to further strengthen or establish … Read more
Baltimore County Department of Public Works said Baltimore City has reported two water main breaks in the Edgemere area. Crews are working as an eight-inch water main is turned off at 7523 Bay Front Road and a second eight-inch water main is turned off at 7363 Waldman Avenue. It’s been a busy week for in … Read more
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources received a request to create a new speed zone within the existing Middle River 35 knots speed zone in the Middle River. The request is to create a new speed zone at the south end of the entrance of the Middle River along the north shoreline of Holly Beach. … Read more
Multiple media outlets reported four men were arrested after an incident at Gunpowder Falls State Park (Hammerman area) in Middle River on Sunday. According to the reports, shots were fired around 7:15 p.m. on July 26 along a park trail and a group of men were spotted with rifles. Four men were taken into custody … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported a cyclist was struck and killed in Dundalk during a hit-and-run accident early Saturday morning. According to police, a vehicle hit the victim around 2 a.m. in the area of Merritt Boulevard and North Point Road and police said the suspect then fled the scene. The cyclist was transported to an … Read more
–photo courtesy of Federal Highway Administration- The Maryland State Highway Administration has approved safety improvements at Harford Road and 5th Avenue in Carney. Senator Carl Jackson, Delegates Nick Allen, Harry Bhandari, and Kim Ross and Baltimore County Councilman David Marks wrote to the Maryland State Highway Administration this spring requesting a review of safety concerns … Read more
–photos courtesy of Watersedge Rec. Council- The Watersedge fireworks were rained out on July 5 but they are rescheduled in August along with a concert. The makeup date for the fireworks at Watersedge Park is Saturday Aug. 22 from 5 to 10 p.m. Oracle Band opens the night followed by South Penn Dixie on the … Read more
–photo courtesy of Facebook.com- The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company sadly reported that retired Captain Ed Martin has passed away at the age of 111. He died on Friday, July 20 and was the oldest living firefighter in the world. According to multiple media outlets, Edwin George “Ed” Martin was a member of Edgemere Fire … Read more
Book Bingo will be held on Friday, July 31 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Rosedale Recreation Activity Center, 5101 Hazelwood Avenue This is for ages 16 and older. Here’s how it works: Bring a book to add to the prize table. Win, and you take home your selection from the table. Books will be … Read more
–photo courtesy of Amanda L. Henning– The following article has been submitted by Paul M. Blitz Amanda L. Henning, owner of The Comfy Cup in Essex, was recently recognized in the 125th Annual edition of “Who’s Who in America” for 2026-27. The award is limited to individuals who possess professional integrity, demonstrate outstanding achievement in … Read more
The remains discovered on July 17, 2026, have been positively identified as those of 46-year-old Kimberly Gordon, a New Jersey woman who was reported missing after she was last seen on June 21, 2026. The cause and manner of Kimberly’s death remain under investigation.
This event has been canceled due to predicted inclement weather. A Stop, Drop, Adopt adoption event will be held at White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company on Philadelphia Road on Tuesday July 28 from 4 to 8 p.m. Meet adoptable dogs and cats from BARCs animal shelter. Adoption fees are WAIVED thanks to Best Friends Animal … Read more
The 40th Anniversary Defenders’ Day Celebration will take place on Saturday Sept. 5 rom 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday Sept.6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fort Howard Park in Fort Howard where 4,700 British soldiers landed in 1814 to begin the attack on Baltimore. This event commemorates the Battle of North … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department’s Crash Team are conducting an investigation into a crash that occurred on Tuesday, July 21 at approximately 2:25 p.m. in the 7800 block of Harford Road. A preliminary investigation indicates the driver of a 2017 Ford Focus was traveling southbound on … Read more
Councilman David Marks reported Baltimore and Harford counties will shut off access to the Jericho Covered Bridge in Kingsville starting around Aug. 10 for three weeks. The Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation will be sharing an official announcement and detour information. I have alerted Historic Jerusalem Mill Village. According to Marks, deck … Read more
The following press release was submitted by The Maryland Transportation Authority on the latest on the information on the Key Bridge Rebuild The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) released its Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for construction of the main span bridge and marine approaches of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, advancing a major procurement milestone for … Read more