B.J. Joseph 
Baltimore County Police Department announced its list of Sponsored Trunk or Treat Events in all of its precinct in Baltimore County. Here is the list of the four precincts on the east side: Precinct 8 Parkville October 25th at 5:45 p.m., Seven Oaks Elementary School, 9220 Seven Courts Dr., 21236 Precinct 9 White Marsh October … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, Baltimore County Councilman Mike Ertel, Baltimore County Recreation and Parks Director Bob Smith, and the Baltimore County Skateboard Council will hold a ribbon cutting to open the new Hazelwood Skate Park at 4924 Hazelwood Ave. in Overlea. This is the first bowl-style public skate park in 50 years and features … Read more
-photo courtesy of Mike Ertel- A ribbon cutting was held for Nottingham Middle School. Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, Councilmembers Mike Ertel & David Marks and other dignitaries were on hand for the event. Marks has been working for a new middle schools to alleviate with the overcrowding issues at Perry Hall Middle. The new … Read more
The Maryland Port Administration announced the International Longshoremen’s Association strike has begun and they released an offical statement. “Unfortunately, the United States Maritime Alliance and the International Longshoremen’s Association were unable to reach an agreement on a new master contract by the deadline of 11:59 pm on September 30, 2024. “We continue to implore both … Read more
Uptown Cheapskate White Marsh’s grand opening takes place on Thursday, Oct. 3 and and runs through Sunday, Oct. 6 A ribbon-cutting ceremony for Uptown Cheapskate will be held this Thursday at 10 a.m. Uptown Cheapskate is located 11521 Wakefield Street near Greenleigh off Campbell Boulevard. For more information, visit their website.
Baltimore County plans to conduct the next round of helicopter application of midge treatment on the upper Back River this week. As long as the forecast holds, the application is scheduled to occur on Wednesday, Oct. 2 and Thursday, Oct. 3. As always, the timing and dates are dependent on changing wind and weather conditions … Read more
Clean Bread and Cheese, a non-profit group in the Dundalk area, is kicking off their 2024 Toys for Toys donation season but needs help from local businesses. They released the following statement; “I am reaching out to all my friends in the Baltimore (and surrounding area) to see if their business is willing to host … Read more
Detectives from the Violent Crimes Unit are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding a Dundalk shooting that occurred on Saturday, Sept. 29 11:30 p.m. Police responded to the 600 block of Goodman Avenue in reference to a reported shooting. Once officers arrived on the scene, they located a 52-year-old adult male with a gunshot wound. The … Read more
Officer R. Baier was named Parkville Precinct 8 Officer of the Month. Here is the official statement from Baltimore County Police: “His consistent enforcement & performance and thorough investigations are noteworthy. Supervisors say he gives 100 percent effort each and every month. His proactive enforcement and work with others to instill the department’s community policing … Read more
Students, parents, caregivers, and stakeholders are invited to experience BCPS curricular and explore system efforts to make improvements in academic priority areas at Chesapeake High School, 1801 Turkey Point Road in Essex on Tuesday, Oct.1 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. At the Curriculum Nights, participants can: • View curricular and instructional materials. • Ask questions … Read more
–photo courtesy of Sen. Kathy Klausmeier– Officer J. Phipps presented BARCS Animal Shelter with a $20,000 check in memory of Fallen Hero Baltimore County Police Department Officer Amy Caprio (EOW 5/21/18) at a powerlifting competition at Exile Barbell Club in Rosedale. Senator Kathy Klausmeier, #BCoPD Major D. Chemelli, and White Marsh Precinct Commander Captain J. … Read more
Eastern Tech defeated Towson on Friday -photo courtesy of ONE TECH Boosters – Eastern Tech, Patapsco & Perry Hall were the only local teams to pick up wins over the weekend and Patapsco and Perry Hall beat other local teams. Local teams went 1-5 against schools outside of eastern Baltimore County. Eastern Tech 37 Towson … Read more
-photos courtesy of Gracie Kupfer and Aubrey Bender- Patapsco got its first win of the year as their defense held strong with three turnovers in a 16-13 home victory over Sparrows Point Saturday. The Pointers were able to move the ball on Patapsco as quarterback junior Maceo Hardnett connected with Logan Alderson and Peyton Stevens … Read more
-Perry Hall celebrates after a Corey Costner interception before halftime- Two football juggernauts faced off on Friday as undefeated Perry Hall beat undefeated Dundalk 32-27. This was a rematch from last year’s defensive battle in Dundalk which Perry Hall won 14-7. This year at Perry Hall both offenses showed up. It was a game of … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is alerting residents of Carney’s Orbitan Court about survey work related to an assessment of the stream valley. The Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability is conducting an assessment of the stream valley behind the homes. Residents may see the design consultant (McCormick Taylor, Inc.) and their survey … Read more
BCPS Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers will host community meetings this fall focused on creating safe and supportive learning environments. One meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 17, from 6-7 p.m. at Kenwood High School, 501 Stemmers Run Road in Essex. Team BCPS students, families, staff, and stakeholders are invited to participate in these important conversations and learn more about BCPS’ … Read more
A ribbon cutting will be held on Wednesday, October 2, at 10:30 a.m. for the new Nottingham Middle School, 5210 King Avenue in Roseville. Dr. Myriam Rogers and Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski will join members of the Board of Education of Baltimore County, Baltimore County elected officials, and state dignitaries for the ribbon cutting. … Read more
Baltimore County held a Community Leader Summit to honor its Baltimore County’s Community Heroes Awards. One of those honored was District 7 winner Carlos Crespo. He is the founder of Crespo Productions and co-founder of Nuestras Raices, Inc., a community organization dedicated to cultural preservation and support. “I thank God for my life and health, … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Maryland Department of Health Secretary Dr. Laura Herrera Scott announced that Dr. Lucy Wilson has been named County Health Officer and Director of the Department of Health and Human Services. “The health and wellness of our communities – as well as upholding Baltimore County’s high-quality public health services for … Read more
–photo courtesy of Rosedale VFC- Rosedale Volunteer Fire Company reported its crews and members from the Golden Ring station responded to truck fire on I-95 Monday night. When crews arrived they found a fully engulfed truck on a dolly on southbound 95. Rosedale Units assisted with Golden Ring with personnel, additional water and overhauling the … Read more
University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center will provide free flu vaccinations to anyone age 9 and up at White Marsh Library, located at 8133 Sandpiper Circle on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Only standard dose quadrivalent vaccine offered. Ages 9-17 require a parent/guardian signature. No appointment necessary. For questions, call … Read more