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Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers has announced her retirement at the end of the school year. Rogers took over from Darryl L. Williams before the start of the 2023-24 school year. According to Rogers, she started her career 30 years ago at Woodlawn High School as a chemistry teacher. “Thank you to … Read more
The following article and photo was released by Fifth District County Councilman David Marks about the new Gerst Road Park in Perry Hall Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that concepts are available for the new Gerst Road Park, which is planned for 22 acres east of Gerst Road and north of Joppa Road in … Read more
Perry Hall High School announced boys basketball players Nnamdi Ezeaputa, Nazir Anderson, and Marcus Smith were selected to the Baltimore County All-County Basketball Team. The Gators went 13-4 during the regular season. The team will start the playoffs at home against either Parkville or Woodlawn on Monday.
The filing deadline has passed and here are the candidates that filed for local offices in eastern Baltimore County for state delegate, state senator, county council and school board. House of Delegates District 6 (Dundalk, Essex, Rosedale and Edgemere) The Republican trio of Delegates Robin Grammer, Bob Long and Ric Metzgar, all filed for reelection. … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported a Bowleys Quarters shooting in the 3900 block of Cutty Sark Road on Tuesday, Feb. 24 According to police, they found a juvenile victim who suffered a gunshot wound. The juvenile was transported to a local area hospital in critical but stable condition. Police said a 15-year-old suspect has been arrested.
The Perry Hall High School Alumni Association announced John Simon (Class of 1971), Robert A. DiLutis (Class of 1985) and Jennifer Barnett Cox (Class of 2001) will be inducted until the Hall of Fame. “The Perry Hall High School Alumni Association is proud to announce our 2026 Hall of Fame inductees,” said a statement from … Read more
The following article was released by 7th District Senator J.B. Jennings about repairs to traffic signal at Belair & Bradshaw roads in Kingsville Here’s the latest on the new traffic signal at the southeast corner of US 1 (northbound) and Bradshaw Road: * The pedestal supporting the signal meter was previously struck but has now … Read more
Chesapeake Shamrock 5K Fun Run and 1K Walk is scheduled for Saturday, March 14 from 8 a.m. – noon at Gunpowder Falls State Park, Graces Quarters Road in Chase. Registration takes place from 8 to 8:55 a.m., Opening Ceremonies start at 9 a.m. and the walk/run begins at 9 :15 a.m. Register as an individual … Read more
The following is a Benstorming commentary from Eastcountytimes.com The County Council races in the new District 8 & 9 are busy as candidates are jumping in and out of these races. With two days left until the filing deadline, we know that we have a Democrat and a Republican primary in District 9. The Dundalk, … Read more
Baltimore County Police Department arrested 27-year-old Quevin Pixola-Lara in connection with the murder of 33-year-old Jose Caceres-Santos. Police responded to the area of Bel Air Road in Kingsville, after a motorist reported a body lying off the shoulder of the roadway on Jan. 1, 2024. Arriving officers found Caceres-Santos, who was pronounced deceased at the … Read more
Due to inclement weather, all Baltimore County Public Schools announced they will shift to virtual learning on Monday, Feb. 23. Central and school-based offices will open on time to support schools; employees may shift to telework or request leave with supervisor approval. Virtual learning on inclement weather days occurs on a two-hour delay schedule for … Read more
–photo courtesy of Middle River Softball-Middle River Revolution Facebook page- Middle River Softball announced that coach Gary Yeager died on Friday. “Middle River Softball is deeply saddened to share that our longtime coach and friend, Gary Yeager, passed away yesterday evening after a courageous battle with cancer. Coach Gary meant so much to our softball … Read more
The National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington reported a Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 3 p.m. Sunday to 10 a.m. on Monday. Heavy snow is expected with total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Locally higher amounts near 12 inches are possible in northeast Maryland. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported a pedestrian was killed in Dundalk on Friday. Police reported the fatal accident on Friday, Feb. 20, at around 6:40 p.m. at the intersection of Merritt Boulevard and Wise Avenue. According to police, the 78-year-old man was pinned beneath a vehicle. He was transported to an area hospital, where he was … Read more
District 7A Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki announced the approval of a capital grant for creation of a Bengies Road Sewer System in Middle River. Here is their release On February 18th, the Maryland Board of Public Works approved a $500,000 grant for the acquisition, planning, design, construction, expansion, repair, renovation, reconstruction, site improvements, … Read more
CCBC welcomes award-winning author and leadership expert Dr. Danita A. Crawford as this year’s guest lecturer for the President’s Distinguished African American Lecture Series on Thursday, Feb. 26, at CCBC Essex from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Crawford is committed to helping leaders and students lead with confidence … Read more
Phillip DePalo is out of the County Council race in District 8 (Essex, Middle River & White Marsh) and endorsed fellow Republican Josh Sines. DePalo officially withdrew from the race on Thursday at the Board of Elections. He had already released a statement on his support of Sines last week. “After careful consideration of the … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about his legislation to deal with high housing costs in Baltimore County. Maryland citizens are suffering with some of the highest costs of living in America. Prescription, electricity and housing cost are some of the major expenses faced by Marylanders. Housing costs are especially … Read more
Baltimore County Police is hosting a Community Hiring Event on Saturday, Feb. 28 at CCBC Essex from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Candidates will have the opportunity to take the written & physical agility tests. It’s also a chance to speak with recruiters, investigators and officers from specialized units. For more information, see flier before … Read more
The following article was submitted by District 7A Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki issued the following statement regarding the Baltimore County Executive’s call for an emergency County Council meeting to pass legislation tied to immigration enforcement. Speculation rather than facts has driven recent public debate. While the U.S. … Read more
Baltimore County Department of Aging is hosting a Community Listening Session on Thursday, Feb. 19 from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Stembridge Community Center, located at 99 Stemmers Run Road in Essex. This session to share your ideas on how to strengthen programs, enhance services, and create even more welcoming spaces for connection, wellness, … Read more