A public workshop and hearing on the airport’s Airport Noise Zone (ANZ) will be held on Wednesday, March 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hangar 4, Martin State Airport The ANZ is required under the Maryland Environmental Noise Act and helps guide land use and development around the airport while addressing aircraft noise impacts … Read more
The National Weather Service Baltimore Washington reports the region could experience severe thunderstorms on Monday. Damaging winds (some with gusts up to 70 to 80 mph) and a few tornadoes are possible. Eastern Baltimore County has been listed as an Enhanced risk for widespread storms. Baltimore County Public Schools announced they are closing three hours … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools announced all schools and offices will close three hours early tomorrow, Monday, March 16. This is from the prediction of the dangerous storm system that is expected to arrive tomorrow afternoon. BCPS said they were concerned about student travel and safety. Afternoon prekindergarten classes and all afterschool and evening activities are … Read more
A stabbing was reported near Perry Hall High School on Friday morning. The school said one of their students was injured. According to the White Marsh police precinct and Councilman David Marks, the stabbing took place around 7:45 a.m. in the vicinity of Perry Hall High School but it did not occur on the school … Read more
THE AVENUE at White Marsh announced Second Chance Plants will hold a Soft Opening on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The new store will have cold tolerant plants, pansies, fruit trees and more! Their garden center is located in the back parking lot by Kobe Japanese Steak & Seafood House. The official grand … Read more
The Office of Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is alerting motorists about a single lane closure in Kingsville next week. The Bradshaw Road bridge over Interstate-95 will close for a bridge inspection by the Maryland Transportation Authority on Friday, March 20 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. One lane will be closed at a time, … Read more
It was disappointing to see that SB 15, a bill to improve accountability and transparency within Baltimore County Public Schools, was defeated by the Baltimore County Senate Delegation. The bill had bipartisan support. Democratic Sen. Carl Jackson and Republican Ryan Nawrocki both cross-filed the bill; Democratic County Councilman Mike Ertel and Republican Councilman David Marks … Read more
The following article was submitted by the Office of Councilman David Marks about the Police and Community Relations Council (PCRC) meeting addressing this past weekend’s incident at White Marsh Mall. On Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 a monthly meeting of the Police and Community Relations Council (PCRC) was attended by over 100 community members in response to … Read more
The Essex Community Development Corporation is hosting an Open House on Wednesday. March 18 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Essex CDC Office, 25 Eastern Boulevard, Suite 98 in Essex. The opening house will gather community input on the Eastern Boulevard Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Study. This study, conducted in partnership with a Baltimore … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools sent out a letter to parents that there is a possibility of another student walkout on Friday, March 13 at BCPS secondary schools. The full letter is below: School administration has been informed that on Friday, March 13, some secondary students may participate in the Maryland Youth Walkout. While students have … Read more
The next Perry Hall Improvement Association Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 12 at 7 p.m. at Brightview Senior Living, 9657 Belair Road in the Dorsey Room. Baltimore County States Attorney Scott Schellenberger is the guest speaker. Other issues and concerns within the Perry Hall area will be discussed. For more information, visit the PHIA … Read more
Baltimore County Police responded to Vincent Farm Elementary School in the 6000 block of Ebenezer Road following reports that pepper spray had been discharged on a school bus on Wednesday, March 11 after 9:30 a.m. The investigation determined the student located the pepper spray at their bus stop just prior to boarding the bus. A … Read more
The elected officials who represent the Harford Road corridor are supporting an analysis by the Maryland State Highway Administration after the tragic death of a pedestrian on Feb. 5. Claudine Myers, Metropolitan District Engineer for the Maryland State Highway Administration, wrote that “the loss of life on the 9500 block of Harford Road is tragic, … Read more
The Office of Baltimore County State’s Attorney Scott Shellenberger announced that a Baltimore County jury found a Bethesda man guilty of first-degree premeditated murder and other charges from a Dundalk homicide case from 2022. Here is their release: On Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026, a Baltimore County jury found Keith Brian Russell, 40, of Bethesda, guilty … Read more
The National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington reports scattered severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon/evening. This could result in damaging wind gusts, large hail, and a possibility of tornadoes NWS advises the public to remain alert and pay attention to any warns issued.
Herman’s Bakery in Dundalk announced the business is “retiring” after a century of service on March 31. The Holabird bakery made the official announcement on its Facebook page on Tuesday “After more than a century of baking, Herman’s Bakery is officially retiring. Our family wishes to thank our loyal customers for their support over the … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Professional Firefighters Association- Baltimore County Fire Department reported a basement fire in White Marsh on Tuesday. Crews arrived to find a basement fire to a single home in the 11000 block of Holter Road. The fire was reported on March 10 around 3:30 p.m. One person was reported with a … Read more
The following article has been submitted by District 7 state Senator J.B. Jennings about his emergency legislation to ensure Maryland county school boards cannot approve multi-year superintendent contracts without current financial audit information. Senator J.B. Jennings has introduced emergency legislation to ensure Maryland county school boards cannot approve multi-year superintendent contracts without current financial audit … Read more
The CCBC Essex women’s basketball team won the NJCAA DII Region 20 Women’s Basketball championship and Mid-Atlantic Championship on Sunday. The Lady Knights are now 26–3 and have qualified for the NJCAA DII Women’s Basketball National Championship tournament, taking place March 16-21 in Hickory, NC.
The legislation that would give the Baltimore County Office of the Inspector General’s jurisdiction to include oversight of Baltimore County Public Schools was defeated tonight in the Baltimore County Senate Delegation. Democratic Sen. Carl Jackson and Republican Del. Ryan Nawrocki cross-filed the bipartisan bill. The bill, SB 15, was created to improve accountability and transparency … Read more
The following article has been submitted by 5th District County Councilman David Marks about his vision for White Marsh Town Center The White Marsh Town Center has been a hub of economic activity in eastern Baltimore County since 1980s. It is now a blend of commercial and residential uses, a home for hundreds of residents and … Read more