B.J. Joseph 
Wednesday’s poor weather conditions made travel tough for area motorists and the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company released a report on all the different accidents in the area over the past day. “Since the start of yesterday, our engines or medics have responded to nine vehicle crashes in the White Marsh and nearby areas,” said … Read more
-photo courtesy of Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company- I-95 southbound was closed at the Baltimore/Harford County line on Wednesday as the Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company reported an accident with injuries involving a tractor trailer and multiple other vehicles. Two right lanes are eventually reopened around 5:30 p.m. Hazmat crews were on the scene as … Read more
-The following article was submitted by the Maryland Attorney General’s office- Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced that former state employee Shanell Angelia West, 46, of Essex, was sentenced to 18 months in jail for felony theft and insurance fraud. The charges stemmed from her actions during and after her 18-month employment with the … Read more
The Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company announced their Santa Detail Schedule for 2024. It will run the week of Dec. 17 to Dec. 21. The nightly tours leaves the station at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17 Sheradale Drive/Heathcote Drive/ Lynn Drive/ Ruxford Drive to Mount Vista Road/ Charlund Drive/ Towood Road/ Juniper Road/ Raphel Road to … Read more
Essex Community Development Corporation is holding a Holiday Pop Up Shop on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 25 Eastern Blvd. in Essex. The event will include Essex artisans, bakers & shops. Some of the vendors on hand include: * Hot Lips – Fruit-Infused Hot Sauce! * Chuck’s Comics – Comic … Read more
Officer A. Franconia and Officer J. Kaur were both named Essex Precinct 11 Officers of the Month. Here is the release from Baltimore County Police: “Officer Franconia has distinguished herself by investing every call for service with tenacity and dedication. Supervisors say she exudes positive energy, had several clearances and demonstrated a keen attention in … Read more
The North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department will make a tour with Santa around the Edgemere/Sparrows Point area. The tour will take place Dec. 16-20. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. Schedule subject to change due to service calls and weather. Monday, Dec. 16- Fort Howard, Millers Island. Shaws Discovery. Beacon Pointe, Main Avenue, Newton Avenue & … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that equipment will be replaced at seven playgrounds throughout the Fifth District. The playgrounds are located at Belmont Park, Eastern Regional Park, Honeygo Regional Park, Snyder Lane Park, Oakhurst Park, Loreley Community Building, and Cowenton Ridge Park. The County Council approved $3 million for playground replacement in Fiscal … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today another community input meeting to consider uses for a new park in Perry Hall. The Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks will an input meeting on the future 22-acre Gerst Road Park in Perry Hall on Monday, Dec. 23 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Residents may join … Read more
The Maryland Transportation Authority is holding a blood drive in Tuesday, Dec. 10 from 9 a.m to 2:30 p.m.at the MDTA Multi-Purpose Center, at 4330 Broening Highway in Dundalk. To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS(1-800-733-2767)
–photo courtesy of Kingsville VFC– Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company reported its crews handled a woods fire on Sunday afternoon. The fire was reported in the Longfield area of Kingsville around 4:30 p.m. It was quickly contained by the Kingsville VFC crews.
Here are photos from the 2024 Dundalk Christmas Parade. It took place in Old Dundalk on Saturday, Dec. 7.
–photo and video courtesy of NBC/Saturday Night Live- Yes. The town of Dundalk, Maryland was on mentioned Saturday Night Live last night. The NBC late night comedy show had a skit of an actor was telling friends his of list of favorite Spotify Wrapped and Satoshi Gutman of Dundalk, Maryland was his top choice. … Read more
Here are photos from the 27th The AVENUE at White Marsh Holiday Parade
–photo courtesy of Essex Volunteer Fire Company- A building fire was reported in Essex on Thursday night. The Essex Volunteer Fire Company reported the blaze in the 600 block of South Marlyn Avenue around 4:30 p.m. First arriving units reported smoke showing from a two story duplex with active fire on the first floor. Engine … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported a pedestrian was struck in the Belair Road area between Chapel and Forge roads in Perry Hall. The incident was reported on Friday evening before 6 p.m. The area is blocked off and police are telling motorists to avoid the area.
The Maryland Transportation Authority announced the I-695 Inner Loop and ramp to Exit 43 will reopen on Thursday, Dec. 12, weather permitting, The Inner Loop will carry one lane of traffic through the I-695 Sparrows Point project work Exit 44 to Broening Highway is the last exit on the I-695 Inner Loop. A portion of … Read more
–The following article was submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks– Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that improvements will be made to the southern part of Cottington Road near Silver Spring Road to improve safety along this busy corridor. Councilman Marks asked the Department of Public Works and Transportation to review this area … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski issued an executive order requiring that new housing developments receiving County financial support must include affordable housing units. According to the executive order, any new or preservation development projects receiving County discretionary financial support – including loans, grants, payments-in-lieu of taxes, tax credits, TIFs, and bonds – are required to designate … Read more
Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company reported its crews responded to a an vehicle crash in the area of Belair Road and Silver Spring in Perry Hall. The accident was reported as an entrapment on Thursday night Crews stabilized and extrication one person from the scene
–photo courtesy MDTA- The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred early today on I-95 in Baltimore City. MDTA Police Officers assigned to the Central Command Detachment responded to the southbound lanes of I-95 prior to the entrance to the Fort McHenry Tunnel on Thursday around 6 a.m. Responding officers … Read more