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Baltimore County ROSC will hold Recovery in the Park this Saturday, Sept. 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Heritage Park, 2700 Playfield Street in Dundalk. Experience a day of joy and connection in the heart of the park, filled with exciting a engaging activities for all ages. This free, family-friendly event has something … Read more
The following article was submitted by the Office of the Attorney General. The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General has identified the decedent and the Baltimore County Police Department (BCoPD) officer involved in the fatal police-involved shooting that occurred on Thursday, Sept. 3 in Middle River. The decedent is … Read more
The Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation will complete a review of safety along Northwind Road between Harford Road and Ferguson/Magledt Road, Councilman David Marks announced today. In an email to Councilman Marks, the agency said the following: “Our Traffic Engineering staff will review the requested segment of Northwind Road between Harford Road … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Police Department- The 21-gun salute scheduled to take place Friday evening as part of Parkville’s 9/11 remembrance events has been canceled. All other scheduled events will continue as planned. This year’s events commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and will take place September 10 through … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Government- Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier announced legislation to prohibit commercial house parties in residential neighborhoods, taking aim at large, for-profit events that turn residential properties into party venues. The proposal targets events that are advertised to the general public, charge admission or fees for food, drinks or entertainment, and … Read more
The Maryland Transportation Authority reported all piles have been installed for the main line of the north and south trestles (work platforms) connecting the land to the north and south pylons of the new Key Bridge. “There 91 piles on the south line and 126 piles on the north line If lined up end to … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks will introduce a resolution at Tuesday’s legislative meeting that requires the Department of Public Works and Transportation to develop recommendations for rural road safety. The resolution directs the Department to hold a public hearing, review and evaluate best practices from other jurisdictions, and recommend strategies to the Baltimore County Council … Read more
-Dundalk started their season at home but lost their opener. Photo courtesy of Rick Currier- Mount Carmel started their season the last week of August but all local BCPS schools kicked off their seasons on Friday. Here are the results: Sparrows Point 50 Lansdowne 6 Sparrows Point put up 50 on Lansdowne with five rushing … Read more
Baltimore County Police are investigating a fatal vehicle crash in Dundalk on Saturday night. According to police, the accident occurred in the intersection of North Point Rd. and Shaws Rd. at approximately 10:11 p.m. When officers arrived, they located the driver of a Ford F-250 and Reisterstown resident, Halina Tsishchanka who was the driver of … Read more
District 7A Delegate Ryan Nawrocki released the following statement following the Supreme Court of Maryland’s decision in Howell v. Maryland State Board of Elections to allow Question 3 to appear on the ballot with rewritten language: Today’s decision by the Supreme Court of Maryland is deeply disappointing. Rather than removing a ballot question the General Assembly … Read more
The following article was submitted by the Office of the Maryland Attorney General about the police-involved shooting in Middle River on Thursday. The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is investigating a police-involved shooting that occurred on Thursday, Sept. 3 in Middle River. The preliminary investigation revealed that on Thursday, Sept. 3 … Read more
The following is a Benstorming commentary about the closure of Eastpoint Mall The rumors were true. Eastpoint Mall has closed. We didn’t believe it when the rumors started circulating before summer that the mall was closing by the end of summer, but it did. We have heard the rumors for decades the mall was going … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks will host a virtual meeting with the Baltimore County Police Department to discuss what is being done to address dirt bike riders who are disruptive to neighborhoods and businesses. The majority of these issues, as reported to Councilman Marks’ office, have occurred in the Philadelphia Road and Hines Road corridors. … Read more
-photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- A Hazmat incident was reported Nottingham on Thursday by Baltimore County Fire Department. Crews were called to the area of Belair Road and Wholesale Club Drive for a fuel spill involving a tractor trailer around 12:30 p.m. The leak has been contained and officials said there is no … Read more
Baltimore County police officers were on the scene of a police-involved shooting that occurred Thursday morning in the 1000 block of Carroll Island Road in Middle River. Officers were called to the area after receiving a check on location call in reference to an armed subject wanted in an assault. When officers located the adult … Read more
The Watersedge Fall Festival 2026 is back on Friday, Sept. 11, Saturday, Sept. 12 and Sunday, Sept. 13 at Watersedge Park in Dundalk. The event starts on Friday from 6-10 p.m. with KiTTYBACK on stage and Anne Arundel County Councilman Pete Smith is singing the National Anthem at 8 pm followed by fireworks by Acme … Read more
Eastpoint Mall released its first statement that acknowledged the closure of the mall but stated some stand alone stores will remain. Here is the statement: “Eastpoint Mall has closed the interior portion of the Mall. The following stores will remain open: JCPenney Chick-fil-A Eastpoint Checkers Arby’s McDonald’s Crafty Crab Staples Spirit Halloween Jazz Liquors Gabes … Read more
The Back River Restoration Committee is holding an Essex community cleanup on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 9 a.m. Look for the BRRC trailer at the intersection of Maryland and S. Taylor Avenues To register, go to their website.
For decades, residents of Eastern Baltimore County have long dealt with the consequences of ongoing mismanagement at the Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant- including pollution, persistent odors, environmental concerns, and impacts on our quality of life and property values. This cannot continue. Members of the press and the public are invited to attend a community … Read more
The Baltimore Wolfpack is ready to defend the den as the team hosts the Baltimore Rams for its home opener on Saturday, Sept. 19 at CCBC Dundalk. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. The evening will feature football, music and special guests as the Wolfpack welcomes the community. Maryland State Delegate Bob Long will perform … Read more
Eastpoint Mall shut its doors on Monday. Rumors have been circulating all summer that the mall was set to close on Aug. 31. Eastpoint did place a note at one of its food court doors confirming its last day was Aug. 31. Eastpoint opened as an outdoor shopping center in 1956 before converting into a … Read more