Marks Requests PSC Intervention in Power Line Case

Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced he is supporting intervention by the Public Service Commission to modify or reject the recent order issued by the Public Utility Law Judge in the Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation Project.    “Significant portions of the Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation Project are proposed to be constructed within Baltimore County, including … Read more

Salling announces funding for library, playgrounds & projects

Sixth District Sen. Johnny Ray Salling announced his state bond initiatives for the 2026 session. They include: $300K towards the contruction of a new facility for Essex Library. $100k towards a new playground at Sandalwood Elementary in Essex. $50K towards facility and renovation improvements at Watersedge Park in Dundalk. $50K towards enhancements at the Maryland … Read more

Traffic improvement meeting for Honeygo Boulevard corridor

Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation is holding a virtual public meeting regarding traffic improvement options for Honeygo Boulevard at Cross Road and Gunpowder Farm Road on Thursday, April 9 7 to 8 p.m. This is an opportunity for the public to offer feedback. To attend virtual Webex meeting, go to the link: … Read more

Jackson announces bus line from White Marsh to Sparrows Point

District 8 state Senator Carl Jackson announced a state legislative bond initiative that would create a bus line between White Marsh Mall and Tradepoint Atlantic in Sparrows Point. He released the following statement: I’m proud to share that I was able to secure $2 million in the state budget to establish a new commuter bus … Read more

Eastern Boulevard Commercial Corridor Trash Clean Up

The Essex Community Development Corporation is holding a Eastern Blvd Commercial Corridor Trash Clean Up on Monday, April 6 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Essex Park & Ride. This cleanup provides community service, community building, and environmental impact as volunteers will clean up Eastern Boulevard and help prevent litter from reaching the Chesapeake … Read more

Benstorming-Local April Fools jokes

April Fools jokes were full on display on April 1. Some were better than others. Here is a look at some of the local April Fools jokes. A turf field under the Eastern Tech grass One Tech Boosters posted the  grounds crew found a turf field buried underneath the mud on the Eastern Tech campus. … Read more

BCPS teachers achieve National Board Certification in 2025

A record number – 122 – of Baltimore County Public Schools teachers achieved National Board Certification in December 2025, and five BCPS teachers renewed their certification. To achieve National Board Certification, the highest certification a teacher may obtain, teachers must successfully complete a rigorous, performance-based, peer-review process, demonstrating their proven impact on student learning and … Read more

Councilman Marks sponsors legislation to lower housing costs

The following article has been submitted by Fifth District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks about his bill to lower housing costs Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has introduced legislation that would lower costs for new homebuyers by capping the impact fee assessed by Baltimore County as a review is completed to determine if fees are … Read more

Herman’s Bakery honored before last day

–photo courtesy of Office of Sen. Johnny Ray Salling- Today is the last day of Herman’s Bakery as the Dundalk business announced its closing after 103 years of service to the community. During the weekend, 6th District Sen. Johnny Ray Salling and Del. Ric Metzgar recognized the Dundalk bakery with a citation. “What an honor … Read more

Perry Hall High adds members to school’s Hall of Fame

–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- The Perry Hall High School Alumni Association inducted six new members into its Hall of Fame The Class of 2026 includes: John Simon Althaus, Class of 1971; Robert DiLutis, Class of 1985; and Jennifer Barrett Cox, Class of 2001.  The Athletic Boosters inducted Jim Nichols, Class of 1973; Phil … Read more

Szeliga releases statement on indictment of James P. Appel

District 7A Delegate Kathy Szeliga released the following statement after federal authorities announced charges against James Phillip Appel: “Today’s indictment confirms what many of us suspected. As a trusted professional, political, and commercial treasurer, James Appel exploited that trust and stole from the very people he was hired to serve. It’s a betrayal beyond words. … Read more

Patapsco students honored by scholastic art & writing program

Baltimore County Public Schools students earned 21 National Medals in the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers’ prestigious Scholastic Art & Writing Program, the nation’s longest running arts recognition program for students in Grades 7-12. This year, more than 110,000 teens from the U.S. and Canada participated in the awards program, entering more than 335,000 … Read more

Second meeting announced for Silver Spring Road proposal

Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that there will be a second community meeting to hear input on proposed changes to the Silver Spring Road corridor. The new meeting will be virtual through WebEx.  It will be held on Monday, April 13 from 7 to 8 p.m. through the following link: https://baltimorecountymd.webex.com/baltimorecountymd/j.php?MTID=m7111405d7ef65f463246c67732e0a380 Marks said he arranged … Read more

Perry Hall wins at Sparrows Point 13-11

Pointer Cameron Mosmiller chases Gator Maddy Rudolph, who had four goals in the game. –photo courtesy of Rick Currier- Perry Hall Girls Lacrosse had a strong second half Friday to come back and defeat Sparrows Point 13-11 on the road and in the rain. The Pointers had a 8-7 lead at halftime, but the Gators … Read more

Middle River house fire reported on Sunflower Lane

Baltimore County Fire Department

Baltimore County Fire Department reported a Middle River house fire on Sunday morning. Crews arrived to the 100 block of Sunflower Lane with smoke showing from a one-story dwelling around 11:15 a.m. One person was initially reported trapped, but all occupants were removed from the house. Two patients were being evaluated. The fire was under … Read more

Dundalk house fire reported on Cedar Road

–photo courtesy of North Point Volunteer Fire Department- Fire crews were on the scene of a house fire in Dundalk on Sunday morning. North Point Volunteer Fire Department reported the fire in the 7600 block of Cedar Road around 10 a.m. North Point Road was closed near the National Guard Armory. The fire was under … Read more

Patapsco High adds six members to Sports Hall of Fame

Patapsco High School Alumni Association announced the school’s Sports Hall of Fame committee has named its Class of 2026 Inductees. * Marlena Trotta Hammen – Class of 1995                                                          * Tim McCoy – Class of 1973                                                    * Mark Palmerino, Jr. – Class of 1990 * Anthony Maggard Coach * Ed Raab – Class of 1972 * … Read more