Pedestrian Killed at Joppa and Loch Raven Blvd

The Baltimore County Police Department responded to a reported pedestrian crash that occurred near the intersection of East Joppa Road and Loch Raven Boulevard on Sunday, May 7, at approximately 3:15 a.m. Members of the Baltimore County Crash Team have determined that 53-year-old Earl Preston III was struck by a 2018 Acura TLX traveling eastbound … Read more

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7-Eleven Robbery Reported in Dundalk

Dundalk Police Precinct 12 reported a store robbery in Dundalk. According to report, the 7-Eleven in 7400 block of Holabird Avenue was robbed when three unknown male suspects entered the location on Monday, May 8 around 12:27 a.m. Then the suspects robbed the store with weapons and took an undisclosed amount of money and property … Read more

Raphel Road Reopens in Kingsville

The Maryland Department of Transportation announced that Raphel Road has reopened in Kingsville. The bridge over I-95 was closed in February 2022 for construction of the Express Toll Lanes. The MDTA said they thank local residents and motorists for their patience and released the following statement: “The reconstruction of the Raphel Road overpass is part … Read more

Pedestrian Killed Friday on Pulaski Highway in Rosedale

The Baltimore County Police Department responded to the 8500 block of Pulaski Highway in Rosedale, in reference to a pedestrian being struck. When officers arrived, they located an adult male suffering from life-threatening injuries on Friday, May 5 around 10:30 p.m. Medics transported 65-year-old Ronald Kucharczyk to an area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. … Read more

Fatal Shooting Reported in Essex

Baltimore County Homicide Detectives continue investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal shooting that occurred on Friday, May 5 in the area of Route 702 and Marlyn Avenue in Essex. At approximately 4:58 p.m., officers responded to the location for a shooting. When officers arrived, they located the victim, who had sustained at least one gunshot … Read more

Applications Being Accepted For BCPS School Board Seat

The Baltimore County School Board Nominating Commission will begin accepting applications for the Board’s one at-large seat for the term beginning 2023 through December 4, 2028. The composition and selection of the Board of Education of Baltimore County includes both appointed and elected members. Seven members of the school board are elected, while four members … Read more

County Adds System to Keep Trucks Off Residential Streets

In an effort to reduce truck traffic in residential areas and address long-standing community concerns, Baltimore County Department of Public Works announced plans to install vehicle height monitoring camera systems at seven designated residential roadway locations in Southwestern and Southeastern Baltimore County. The vehicle height monitoring system is an automated enforcement tool that uses cameras … Read more

Community Shred Day to be Held in Dundalk

North Point Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library will hold Community Shred Day on Saturday, May 6 from 10 a.m. to noon. “Destroy your confidential household paperwork at our free Community Shred Day. This outdoor event is for personal/residential users only. Limit of three (3) boxes per household; paper items only,” said a statement … Read more

County to Hold Essex Reimagined Spring Kickoff Event

Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski today announced that Baltimore County’s multi-departmental, place-based revitalization initiative in the Essex community, now known as Essex Reimagined, will host a spring kickoff at a Community Connections Resource Fair on Saturday, May 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Deep Creek Middle School (1000 S Marlyn Ave, Essex, MD … Read more

Public Comment Sought for Expanding I-95 Express Toll Lanes

The Maryland Transportation Authority announced the opening of a second public comment period as part of the toll rate range setting process for the I-95 Express Toll Lanes Northbound Extension and I-695 ramps in eastern Baltimore County. The Maryland Transportation Authority Board voted to establish a two-week comment period for the recommended toll rate ranges … Read more

Vehicle Fire Reported in Essex

-photo courtesy of Essex Volunteer Fire Company-  Crews from the Essex Volunteer Fire Company reported a vehicle fire in the 1900 block of Middleborough Road between Sassafras Road & Oak Avenue in Essex. The fire was reported on Friday, April 28 around 9 p.m. and it was reported as threat to a nearby structure. Crews … Read more

Two Suspects Arrested in White Marsh Shooting

Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department arrested two suspects in connection with the April 10 shooting that occurred in White Marsh. Detectives have determined the shooting occurred on White Marsh Boulevard between Bel Air Road and Perry Hall Boulevard. The shooting happened as the suspects pulled along the victim’s car and began to fire … Read more

Rides to Return to Dundalk Heritage Fair

-photo courtesy of Dundalk Heritage Fair Association- The Dundalk Heritage Fair Association announced that carnival rides are returning back to the popular Independence Day weekend event in Dundalk. The fair is scheduled from Friday, June 30 to Sunday, July 2, but will open a day earlier for rides. “RIDES WILL BE BACK FOR THE 2023 … Read more

Councilman Marks: “Revoke the Lafarge PUD”

–The following article was submitted by Fifth District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks- The Lafarge Quarry includes over 400 acres along Earls Road, one of the largest undeveloped private properties in Middle River. In August of 2022, the Baltimore County Council voted to extend public water to this area. Two months later, the Council supported … Read more

Essex Officer Wins Exceptional Performance Award

–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Police – Officer N. Thompson of the Essex Precinct won the 2023 Exceptional Performance Award issued by the Baltimore County Police Foundation. According to Baltimore County Police, his notable achievements included demonstrating the department’s core values and his work and dedication in often complex traffic enforcement and criminal investigations

High School Student Fatally Shot on Rossville Blvd. in Fullerton

Baltimore County police officers responded to Belair Road at Rossville Boulevard in Fullerton for a reported shooting on Sunday, April 23 at 9:45 p.m. When officers arrived on the scene, they located a juvenile male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to an area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. He was … Read more

Precinct 12—Dundalk Crime Blotter

This is the Precinct 12—Dundalk Crime Blotter for last week First Degree Assault: Just prior to the leaving the 7600 block of Merritt Point in the victim’s car, the suspect and victim were involved in a physical altercation on April 22. Robbery: An unknown suspect with a weapon attempted to steal items in the 1100-block … Read more

Fullerton Fireworks Scheduled for July 1

The Fullerton Fireworks at Fullerton Field 4304 Fullerton Avenue will return on Saturday, July 1 with entertainment starting at 2 p.m. and the firework show beginning at 9:15 p.m. Food vendors will be on site. According to its Facebook page, the music performances this year include Lutherville School Rock (2 p.m.), No Promises (3:30 p.m.), … Read more

BCPS Recommends Closing Golden Ring Middle School

As part of its strategy to improve learning environments and reduce overcrowding in northeastern county middle schools, Baltimore County Public Schools plans to close Golden Ring Middle School to students and repurpose the building for future use. BCPS Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams notified the Board of Education of the plan at the Board’s April … Read more