B.J. Joseph 
It is quiet outside this morning as the National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington stated that clouds will increase today with slightly below average temperatures. That will change thid weekend as a tropical storm is expected to cause a washout for these weekend. NWS reports a multitude of hazards are in effect for areas as a result … Read more
Dundalk Renaissance will host their annual meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. This meeting provides the opportunity to see what’s happening in Dundalk and the goals for this upcoming year. The meeting will be held Dundalk Renaissance, 11 Center Pl, Dundalk, MD 21222. For more information, visit the Dundalk Renaissance website.
–The following article was submitted by District 7 Delegates Lauren Arikan, Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about Mohammed Choudhury stepping down as Maryland School Superintendent– A big win for Marylanders was secured last week. In a surprising turn of events, the current Maryland School Superintendent announced that he would not be seeking a renewal of … Read more
Clean Bread and Cheese Creek is holding a Bear Creek clean-up on Saturday, Sept. 23 in Dundalk from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteer are to register at 8 a.m. Clean up begins at the corner of Bear Creek Park at the corner of Lynch and Gray Haven roads. Help is needed to remove trash … Read more
The Baltimore County Department Economic and Workforce Development will host its eighth annual Fall Career Fair in partnership with the Maryland Department of Labor and the Eastpoint Mall on Thursday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Fall Career Fair will connect career seekers with employers, providing residents the opportunity to connect with … Read more
Baltimore County Public Library will hold a Shred Day at the Sollers Point Branch, 323 Sollers Point Road in Dundalk this weekend. The event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to noon. Shred Day provides the opportunity to destroy confidential household paperwork at BCPL’s free community Shred Day. This outdoor event … Read more
–The following article was written by Fifth District County Councilman David Marks about creating the Middle River commercial revitalization district.- At the County Council meeting on September 18th, I introduced legislation that will create the Middle River commercial revitalization district. The district will stretch from the Carroll Island Shopping Center in the east to Lockheed … Read more
Three robberies were reported in Essex Precinct 11 last week. The first robbery was reported on Sunday, Sept. 10. According to the report, unknown suspects assaulted and robbed a victim in the 100 block of Riverthorn Road in Hawthrone. The incident was reported around 9 p.m. The next robbery was reported in the 500 block … Read more
–-The following article was submitted by Delegate Bob Long with an update on the Fort Howard Post Office and their 30-day lease extension- We have received good news that the Fort Howard Post Office will temporarily remain open for at least 30 days, through October 14th. We can’t have the residents of Fort Howard traveling … Read more
–photo courtesy of Marshy Point Facebook page- Marshy Point Nature Center is kicking off the Fall season with their Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy live music, food, crafts, games and more. This event is free and has free parking. Marshy Point is located at 7130 Marshy Point … Read more
–The following article was written by Fifth District BCPS Board Member Julie Henn about identifying a suitable Northeast Area High School Site- Last week, the Board narrowly approved (6-5) my motion to amend the FY2025 State Capital Request to seek planning approval for additional high school seats in the northeast and to allow flexibility in … Read more
Baltimore County Department of Economic and Workforce Development is giving away Chromebooks to income qualifying households Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon at the Eastpoint Career Center. Households must earn less than or equal to 200 percent of the federal poverty level, been enrolled in the federal Affordable Connectivity Program or participate in government assistance … Read more
-Perry Hall and Dundalk (pictured from 2022) both go into next week’s game undefeated- All weekend football games were played on either Thursday or on Monday. The results started off slow as five local schools combined to go to 0-5 on Thursday, but the four other teams on Monday went 3-1. Here are some of … Read more
Baltimore County’s plastic bag ban begins Nov. 1. This ban will prohibit the distribution of single-use plastic checkout bags at the point of sale in order to reduce the significant negative impact of plastic bag litter in our communities, waterways, and at the County’s recycling center. To assist with the transition ahead of this new … Read more
The Baltimore County Council unanimously passed legislation to restrict apartments a White Marsh Town Center on Monday night. This new legislation, 52-23, repeals previous legislation that permitted apartments east of White Marsh Mall. The bill was sponsored by Councilman David Marks and prohibits apartments based on when they have been proposed in the development process, … Read more
–photo courtesy of North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department- Fire crews in the Edgemere area battled garage fire in the 2100 block of Sparrows Point Road. North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department (NPEVFD) reported the fire on Monday, Sept. 18 around 10 p.m. According to the NPEVFD social media page, crews remained on the scene … Read more
Baltimore County police and medic units were on the scene of motor vehicle crash involving a bicycle in Perry Hall. According to the report, a vehicle hit a juvenile on a bike in the 4400 block of Ebenezer Road. The accident was reported on Monday, Sept. 18 around 4:22 p.m.
Officer A. Sharaf was named Dundalk Precinct of the Month for July. His three arrests were some of his accomplishments during the month. One arrest involved Officer Sharaf locating and apprehending a suspect with an open warrant who possessed (with the intent to distribute) controlled substances. Finally, Officer Sharaf’s investigation led to the apprehension of … Read more
The Maryland Department of Transportation reported there will be two-way traffic in the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel on I-895 this week from Monday to Thursday overnight. During tunnel closures at the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel, drivers may experience 15-20 minute delays while two-way operations (during which one lane of southbound and northbound traffic is directed into the … Read more
-The end of Mohrs Lane is now closed as the bridge was demolished in 2011- Mohrs Lane was a one-lane bridge over the train tracks in White Marsh that was closed in 2007 because of structural deterioration. The bridge was demolished by CSX in 2011. The 95-year-old bridge connected Philadelphia Road to Pulaski Highway in … Read more
-photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- Community leaders and elected officials were in Perry Hall for a groundbreaking for the new headquarters for the Celebree School at 8029 Corporate Drive in White Marsh. The event was attended by County Executive John Olszewski Jr., Senator Kathy Klausmeier, Delegate Carl Jackson and Baltimore County Councilman David Marks. … Read more