B.J. Joseph 
Dundalk Precinct 12 has named Officer C. Cuddy as their Officer of the Month for April. Here is their official statement: “Officer C. Cuddy has been named our Officer of the Month for April. “Officer Cuddy had multiple arrests, getting unsafe drivers and individuals out of the community. “Supervisors said he keeps an eye to … Read more
-photo courtesy of Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue and Marine- The National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington reported five tornados in Maryland, including a tornado in the Middle River area on Wednesday. Here is the full report for that tornado: The National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington Forecast Office staff conducted a ground survey of storm damage that occurred … Read more
Two Eastern Tech Students were among six 2024 Baltimore County Public Schools graduates who have earned college-sponsored National Merit® Scholarships. There are among the more than 2,900 distinguished high school seniors from across the nation. Aspiring nurse Nathan D. Brojan of Nottingham is a graduate of Eastern Technical High School. He was awarded a scholarship … Read more
–photo courtesy of BQVFRM- Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue and Marine reported crews responded to structural damage to a residence In the Williams Estates/ Peppermint Woods Community following a quick but strong weather event on Wednesday. (Update- National Weather Service reported this storm was a tornado) Upon arrival, multiple units from Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire … Read more
After a three-week trial, a federal jury returned guilty verdicts convicting Donte Davon Stanley, age 33, of Rosedale, and Dennis Allen Hairston, age 34, of Windsor Mill, on federal charges of kidnapping and robbery conspiracies; kidnapping; carjacking; robbery affecting commerce. Hairston was also convicted of using, carrying, and brandishing a firearm during and in relation … Read more
The Baltimore Community Foundation will provide information about their grant programs Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Essex CDC Office located at 25 Eastern Blvd. Suite 98 in Essex. This is the chance to meet with BCF staff regarding funding opportunities and a chance to learn about funding for your programs, … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers– It was reported by the Baltimore District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reported that 10 weeks after the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, salvage crews successfully removed the final large steel truss segment blocking the 700-foot-wide Fort McHenry Federal Channel on June 3-4. … Read more
–photo courtesy of Maryland SHA- Maryland State Highway Administration reported that the ramp from Southbound US 1 (Belair Rd.) to Eastbound I-695 (Beltway Inner Loop) will close for paving work from 8 p.m. tonight until 5 a.m. on Thursday. Motorists will get detoured from Southbound US 1 to WB I-695 to MD 147 (Harford Road) … Read more
Twenty-four Baltimore County public schools were today awarded $38,000 in environmental literacy grants for their outstanding clean-up initiatives during Clean Green 15 Litter Challenge. During this year’s challenge, 6,874 volunteers from schools and community-based groups conducted a record-breaking 502 clean-ups, filling 3,228 bags with litter that could have made its way into streams and the Chesapeake … Read more
Detectives with the Baltimore County Crash Team are requesting help from the public in locating the driver who was involved in a Hit-and-Run Fatal crash that occurred on Saturday June 1 in Essex. According to police, the vehicle, described as a 2018-2021 Ford F250 or F350 Super Duty, fled the scene, traveling Northbound along Route … Read more
Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine announced that its President, Joshua Daugherty was selected as Baltimore County Fire Department Volunteer of the year. “On top of being the President of BQVFD, Josh is also a Paramedic/Firefighter! He regularly responds to EMS calls throughout our community and surrounding areas, upgrading Ambulance units to provide the … Read more
The Arc Baltimore announced that Tara Wrightson of Chesapeake High School in Essex was named the 2004 Annual Award winner for for School Inclusion. They released the following statement about Wrightson. “Tara Wrightson, Chesapeake High School’s FALS teacher, goes beyond the call of duty to advocate for her students. Alongside her teaching responsibilities, she coaches … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools will offer free breakfast and lunch meals through the Summer Food Service Program on weekdays from Thursday, June 20, through Friday, August 16 (with the exception of Thursday, July 4). Free meals are available for all children ages 2-18. This year, daily on-site lunch meals will be offered at 16 community … Read more
Belair Police Department reported the arrest of two adult females as part of the investigation into the shooting that occurred at Harford Mall on June 2 . Police reported Lateia Green of Middle River and Lisa Gregg of Edgewood have been arrested and charged with Accessory to Attempted 1st Degree Murder and are held without … Read more
–The following article was submitted by Sixth District State Delegate Bob Long as he says “Congratulations to the Class of 2024” for their accomplishments- We are entering another busy season with high school graduations and awards ceremonies. This is one of my favorite times of year when we recognize our students’ hard work. This past … Read more
-photo courtesy of BCPS/MPSSAA- MPSSAA announced 18 winners of the Minds in Motion Scholar-Athlete Scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year and one of those winners attends Eastern Tech High School in Essex. Gregory Hrica, a senior at Eastern Technical High School, was named one of the winners. The selection committee met on Friday, May 3 … Read more
–photo courtesy of Delegate Ryan Nawrocki- Local leaders held a ribbon cutting for the new Bengies Community Center playground in Chase. Baltimore County Rec. and Parks Director Bob Smith attended the event Saturday morning along with Baltimore County Councilman David Marks, Delegate Ryan Nawrocki and members of the Bengies-Chase Recreation Council. According to Marks, the … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported a fatal pedestrian crash in Perry Hall on Friday. Officers responded to Belair Road and Penn Avenue at approximately 8:40 a.m., for a pedestrian crash. Detectives with the Baltimore County Crash Team determined the pedestrian was attempting to cross Belair Road when he was struck by a 2016 Nissan Versa. The pedestrian, … Read more
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) today released its Request for Proposals (RFP) inviting design-build teams to submit proposals for rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge and reconnecting the I-695 Baltimore Beltway. The MDTA is seeking proposals from qualified teams that advance the project’s goals of collaboration, schedule, safety, quality, cost and aesthetics. Interested bidders can … Read more
The 43rd Kingsville Independence Day Parade returns on Thursday, July 4 at 10:45 a.m. at the Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company. This year’s Grand Marshall Harry Sanders, who has been instrumental in the preservation of the Historic Jerusalem Mill Village. This will be his second time being Grand Marshall! The 2024 theme is “Faithful and True … Read more
Ameer Mowad of Eastern Tech won two state titles at MPSSAA State Track & Field Championships last week at the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex. Mowad won the Mens 100 Meters 2A Championship with a time of 10.54a (1.7). He also finished first in the 2A 200 Meters race with a time of 21.30a … Read more