B.J. Joseph 
A Baltimore County Public Schools recruitment session will be held on Wednesday, August 7, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the Baltimore County Workforce Development Center at Eastpoint (next to the movie theater/Goodwill) 7930 Eastern Ave. in the Dundalk area. This is for individuals interested in the following positions: building service workers, bus attendants, grounds workers … Read more
–photo courtesy of Councilman Marks- The Office of Councilman David Marks is telling motorists to avoid East Joppa Road east of Chapel Hill Elementary in Perry Hall as a tree is blocking one lane. The Councilman reported the incident on Saturday before 8 p.m. Marks added that his office reported the trew to the police … Read more
Baltimore County Parent And Student Coalition, Inc sent out a statement that the group opposes Baltimore County Council Bill 50-24. They feel bill passage will lead to more overcrowding. Here is their statement: Earlier this summer, the County Council passed an Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance ( APFO ) that addressed adding new developments in overcrowded … Read more
The Essex Community Development Corporation (Essex CDC) announced it has received grant funding from the state of Maryland DHCD Community Safety Work Program. Essex CDC released the official statement: “We are thrilled to announce that Essex CDC has been awarded $100,000.00 in funding to support the second phase of a public safety project to install … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski today announced the appointments of nine community members to serve on the recently-announced Hart-Miller Island Community Benefit Agreement Steering Committee which will be tasked with leading a robust public engagement process regarding the development of a potential new community benefit agreement to support Hart-Miller Island. “As we continue supporting the … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Government- Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks announced that Reuben, 4th grade student at Shady Spring Elementary in Rosedale, threw out the first pitch at July 31 Baltimore Orioles game. This was part of Baltimore County’s Recreation Activity Centers Day Camp Day 2024. Andre Clark, Human Services Program Supervisor for our … Read more
Maryland State Police are investigating a crash early Thursday morning in Baltimore County that resulted in the death of a man after a suspected impaired driver traveled the wrong way on Interstate 695. The deceased victim is identified as John Quame De Love, 64, of Hyattsville. De Love was pronounced deceased at the scene by … Read more
Join the Back River Restoration Committee for a Back to School Stream Cleanup AND School Supply Drive at Aldi in Rosedale, 8670 Pulaski Highway on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 9 a.m. to noon. The group will be collecting supplies to fill backpacks for the children at St. Vincent’s Villa, a home for abused and neglected … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported one adult and two children suffer serious injuries after apartment fire in the unit block of Serpens Court in Rosedale. According to reports, fire crews arrived to fire coming from a 2nd floor apartment on Wednesday, July 31 at 4:35 p.m. Emergency crews transported the injured to an area hospital. … Read more
The AVENUE at White Marsh announced they have partnered with the Baltimore Animal Welfare Alliance (BAWA) to support their Maryland 3000 adoption initiative! The AVENUE announced it will provide a 2600 sqft space for BAWA organizations to host adoption events throughout the entire month of August! This space is located between Men’s Wearhouse and The … Read more
Officer C. McMachan has been named Essex Police Precinct 11 Officer of the Month. Here is a statement from Baltimore County Police. “He demonstrated excellent investigative abilities. “Supervisors say he goes above and beyond to apprehend suspects and maintains a positive attitude. “It’s no wonder other officers look up to him. Great job Officer McMachan.”
Fifth District County Councilman David Marks sent out a statement that he wants to preserve about 47 acres of land as open space in the communities centered around Orems Elementary School “I am announcing today that I will support rezoning changes that will preserve about 47 acres of land as open space in the communities … Read more
Perry Hall Lodge #235 is holding a drive for Back to School supplies for needy students at Perry Hall Middle School. The event will be held on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the property of Perry Hall Presbyterian Church, 8848 Belair Road. For more information, email Shawdoe McKinney at mckinneyshawdoe939@gmail.com.
–photo courtesy of Maryland DNR- The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will provide $21.5 million in Waterway Improvement Fund allocations to communities and projects throughout Maryland in Fiscal Year 2025, which began July 1. The funds will support new and improved public boating access facilities, dredging of navigable public waterways; emergency vessels and equipment for local first … Read more
Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) has requested a Tidal Wetlands License and Water Quality Certification for demolition of the remaining structures of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. A public hearing will be held on Thursday, Aug. 1, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. This meeting is not about the project to construct the new bridge. The hearing … Read more
Acting Fire Chief Scott Ebbert has announced the promotions of fourteen BCoFD members to the ranks of Fire Captain, Fire Lieutenant, Paramedic, and Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator (FADO). The following promotions are effective July 27, 2024: FIRE CAPTAIN • Fire Lieutenant Thomas Cook • Fire Lieutenant John Cooke • Fire Lieutenant Matthew P. Schultz • Fire … Read more
–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- A ribbon-cutting for the new Middle River Recreation Activity Center will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 10:30 a.m. The new center will open alongside Glenmar Elementary School and provides gymnasium, multipurpose room, and four activity rooms. “It is an exciting development as we work to bring more … Read more
–Fifth District County Councilman David Marks sent out a statement that he supports reducing development around the southeastern side of the Bird River- I am announcing another rezoning recommendation. I will be recommending Resource Conservation zoning for 18 acres along the southeastern side of the Bird River, and the removal of all development potential for … Read more
Officer E. Jenkins has been named Parkville Precinct 8’s Officer of the Month for June. According to his supervisors, Officer Jenkins has proven to be dependable and productive officer. In addition to his traffic enforcement, he had noteworthy criminal clearances. Supervisors say he is an asset to his shift.
Baltimore County Police Homicide detectives have arrested 27-year-old Deandre Stokes for a Dundalk fatal shooting that occurred on July 1 at 10 p.m. Officers responded to the 7700 block of Gough Street in the Colgate area for a shots fired call. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male outside of the location with multiple gunshot … Read more
Linover Improvement Association will hold its Linover Summer Cleanup Blitz on Saturday, July 27 from 8 to 10 a.m. The group will meet at Terrence Drive, entrance to Linover Park. Student service learning hours will be given. Bags and gloves will be provided.