B.J. Joseph 
Following a determination from Tradepoint Atlantic to no longer pursue the potential placement of approved dredged material at the inactive Dredged Material Containment Facility at the North Cell of Hart-Miller Island, Baltimore County today announced it will suspend the Hart-Miller Island Community Benefit Agreement Steering Committee. In addition, the Hart-Miller Island Community Benefit Agreement … Read more
The Essex Latino Festival in the Park will be held in partnership with CAPSI on Saturday, October 19 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m at Renaissance Park 99 Stemmers Run Rd. in Essex. This event features food from local restaurants, area bands and performers, dancers, games, an “around Latin America” passport experience, resource tables and … Read more
The Baltimore County Police Department will participate in several events and activities as part of the fifth annual National Faith and Blue Weekend scheduled for October 11-14. Nationwide, Faith and Blue Weekend has been embraced by law enforcement and religious community members as each planned event provides an opportunity to celebrate each of our communities … Read more
Officer V. Miceli was named White Marsh Precinct 9 Officer of the Month for August. Here is the official statement from Baltimore County Police: Supervisors say he is a motivated officer who can be depended on to manage his post and coach & guide others when needed. He had notable cases and arrests, recovered a … Read more
Community leaders and members of the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company dedicated the station’s second medic unit on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Councilman David Marks attended the event and is happy WMFVC is receiving another medic unit. “Our office pushed hard for this unit, along with the White Marsh-Cowenton Improvement Association, Senator J.B. Jennings and Delegates … Read more
–The following article was submitted by Councilman David Marks on his “recommendations on the county ballot questions” that voters will see in this year’s election- In the upcoming general election, voters will be asked to support or turn down three changes to our charter, which provides the framework for governing Baltimore County. Question A would … Read more
Tradepoint Atlantic will hold a fall Community Open House on Wednesday. Oct. 9 at 6 p.m. Facebook Live! The open house will give development updates, a Sparrows Point Container Terminal project update and a community Q&A session. The event will be recorded and available on TPA page after the event concludes. Feel free to submit … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools announced due to an asphalt truck fire outside the school building, Parkville High School was closed on Tuesday, Oct. 8. All after school or evening activities at the school were canceled. That included cancellation of the school’s Magnet Showcase, planned for this evening.
Quarterback Micah Williams (pictured) and Dundalk lose to Milford Mill on Friday. Patapsco and Overlea defense’s both pitch shut out wins. Perry Hall improves to 5-0.-photo courtesy of Rick Currier- Milford Mill 32 Dundalk 28 -photo courtesy of Rick Currier- After losing to Perry Hall last week, the Owls lost their second straight game to … Read more
The Baltimore County Council unanimously passed Councilman David Marks’s bill that would allow for a technical trade school in White Marsh at its legislative session on Oct. 7. Plumbers and Steamfitters UA Local 486 is seeking to repurpose the arena at 5811 Allender Road in White Marsh, which requires a legislative change. “I am delighted … Read more
The following article was submitted by local historian Paul M. Blitz. John “Buzz” Allen Chriest, Sr. received In Memoriam Honors from the Baltimore City Historical Society on October 5, 2024 at the 24th Annual Awards Baltimore History Honors for the Year 2024 Ceremony at the Stony Run Friends Meeting House on the campus of Friends … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Government– Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Department of Recreation and Parks officials joined state and local elected leaders and skateboarding advocates to debut the new Hazelwood Skate Park, the County’s second public skate bowl facility. “Our residents deserve modern and inclusive recreational opportunities, and Hazelwood Skate Park – … Read more
–Overlea’s Keyshon Green, Jalon Brewer and James Jenkins celebrate Issac Edwards’ fumble recovery– Overlea used their defense and running game in a 31-0 victory at Parkville on Saturday. The Falcon defense had three turnovers and six sacks. Linebacker Issac Edwards led Overlea with two sacks and had a fumble recovery. Overlea’s offense had over 100 … Read more
White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company gave an update on the townhouse fire on Kelmsley Court off Franklin Square Drive between King Ave and Campbell Blvd on Saturday around 11 p.m. Units were advised of a report that the rear deck was on fire and that it started from a grill. Arriving crews found heavy fire … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported crews were on scene of a 2nd alarm fire Saturday night in Rossville. Crews arrived to the 5000 block of Kemsley Court to find fire showing from 2nd flood balcony with extension to house next door around 11 p.m. The fire was placed under control and no injuries were reported.
The North Point – Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department is collecting items for hurricane victims in North Carolina on Friday 4 to 6 p.m. and Saturday 1 to 3 p.m. at its 7500 North Point Road location in Edgemere. Items needed include: * Backpacks and duffel bags * Blankets and sheets * Soap, toothbrushes, deodorant * … Read more
The three-day International Longshoremen’s Association strike has come to end – for now. The union and the United States Maritime Alliance came to a short-agreement to end the dispute and will try to work on a long-term agreement between now and Jan. 15 The announcement was welcome news by the Port of Baltimore. “We congratulate … Read more
Councilman David Marks joined Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga at the new Butcher & Bay at Geresbeck’s in Kingsville. It is set to open around Nov. 1 at the former Greene’s Butcher Shop, located at 12037 Belair Rd. Greene’s Butcher Shop closed after owner John Greene passed away during the summer. “I joined Delegates … Read more
Perry Hall Boys Soccer defeated Sparrows Point 1-0 in Overtime on Monday to improve to 4-2-1 after the game. According to Perry Hall High School Athletics, Imad Skoudarli scored from a pass from Kader Diop in the final minute of the first overtime. Gator goalkeeper Mo Nyass recorded five saves in the win Noah Ferenschak … Read more
Dundalk Renaissance Corporation released a letter to the public stating they are “facing serious financial and organizational challenges” and are working on a new plan. The DRC started in 2001 and according to its website, “Dundalk Renaissance is a 501(c)3 nonprofit community development organization. We are a certified HUD certified Housing and Financial Counseling agency, … Read more
The following article was submitted by 7th District- A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about a new building for Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company. Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga and Baltimore County Councilman David Marks were excited to take part in an event today to mark the start of site preparation … Read more