Due to forecasted temperatures, Baltimore County Public Schools will open two (2) hours late on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. There will be no AM Prekindergarten classes. Offices will open on time as scheduled.
The following article was submitted by the office of Fifth District Councilman David Marks Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced the appointment of Perry Hall resident Bill Murray to the Recreation and Parks Board. “I am thrilled to accept the opportunity to serve on the Baltimore County Board of Recreation and Parks,” Murray said. “My … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers presented her operating budget for the next school year. Here is her official statement. Yesterday (Jan. 14), I formally presented a $2.98 billion operating budget proposal for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 to the Board of Education. I also shared highlights of my proposed budget request with elected … Read more
Kaylin Watson, 2024 Baltimore County Fire Department United Way Coordinator, was honored by Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier. Here is a statement from Baltimore County. “Her efforts allowed the department to assist Baltimore County Government in raising nearly $70k, harvesting over 3000 pounds of food and spending time reading to the scholars of Norwood Elementary … Read more
Kathy Klausmeier was sworn in today as the 15th Baltimore County Executive. The Baltimore County Council unanimously voted for her. “I am committed to working with the council, Administrative Officer Walker, and all our department directors to improve public safety, continue investing in our schools, and secure our county’s fiscal future,” Klausmeier said in a … Read more
Kathy Klausmeier is the new interim Baltimore County Executive. She was selected by the Baltimore County Council to replace outgoing County Executive John Olszewski, who is now a member of Congress Klausmeier is a Perry Hall resident and the state Senator from District 8. The Democrac’s political career began in 1994 when she was elected … Read more
Fifty-three Baltimore County Public Schools teachers achieved and 10 BCPS teachers renewed their National Board Certification in December 2024. To achieve National Board Certification, the highest certification a teacher may obtain, teachers must successfully complete a rigorous, performance-based, peer-review process, demonstrating their proven impact on student learning and achievement. The National Board for Professional Teaching … Read more
-photo courtesy of Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation- State and local governments say they are ready for Monday’s weather event. The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is prepared for a winter storm that is forecasted to affect much of the state beginning Sunday evening. Crews have pretreated state-maintained roads and storm managers … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools announced it was closing schools and offices on Monday with the expected weather storm on Monday “Due to impending inclement weather, Baltimore County Public Schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, January 6, 2025. “Essential” employees will report on time for their assigned shift or may request from the appropriate supervisor … Read more
–The following article was released by Baltimore County Government- Following Congressman-elect Johnny Olszewski, Jr.’s resignation as Baltimore County’s fourteenth county executive, D’Andrea L. Walker is now acting Baltimore County executive. Walker will remain in this role until an interim county executive is selected by the County Council to fulfill the remaining two years of Olszewski’s … Read more
Councilman Marks pictured with Rob Weyforth, Hawks Hollow Farm –the following article was submitted by Fifth District Councilman David Marks about strengthening land preservation- In 1967, Baltimore County passed one of the most far-reaching land preservation acts in Maryland history, creating the Urban-Rural Demarcation Line. The URDL, as it is commonly known, separates the county … Read more
–The following article was submitted by Delegate Bob Long about the search for a new Baltimore County Executive- Election Day might have been a month ago and the holiday season is upon us, but we have one last key political office to decide. With Baltimore County Executive John Olszweski winning his race for Congress, a … Read more
Baltimore County Police are investigating mass shooting that left one person and nine injured in the 8500 block of Loch Raven Blvd. on Tuesday night. Multiple people were transported to area hospitals. This remains an ongoing investigation. When officers arrived on scene around 7:15 p.m., they located ten individuals suffering from injuries. One of the … Read more
–The following article was submitted by Fifth District Councilman David Marks on the priority of the next Baltimore County Executive- A new Baltimore County Executive will be inaugurated in early January to complete the term of John Olszewski, Jr., elected to Congress. I would like to thank those who have submitted their names to replace … Read more
The following article was submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks on the next steps on selecting a new Baltimore County Executive With the election of County Executive John Olszewski, Jr., to Congress, the County Council will need to select a replacement to complete the remaining two years of this term. It is the second … Read more
-photo courtesy of John Olszewski Facebook page- Kamala Harris and Angela Alsobrooks were declared statewide winners for President and U.S Senator and local Congressional races have also been called. As expected, 1st District Republican Congressman Andy Harris won an eighth term as he defeated Democratic Blane H. Miller, III. The 1st District cover northern Perry … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today the start of nominations for the Fifth District Citizens of the Year program. This initiative, started in 2011, honors volunteers who work above and beyond to improve their neighborhoods. Nominees should be residents of the Fifth County Council district, and should have worked, in a nonpartisan way, on … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is currently seeking a nominee for the Commission of Veterans’ Affairs. The Commission on Veterans’ Affairs was established to support veterans and their families residing in Baltimore County. The Commission is charged with communication between government agencies, businesses, educational institutions and veterans in the county, with the intent that veterans’ issues … Read more
-photo courtesy of Baltimore County Government- Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Baltimore County Revenue Authority officials joined elected officials, community members and golfing enthusiasts to break ground on a significant expansion and renovation of the Rocky Point Golf Course Clubhouse in Essex. Located on the 215-acre public golf course, the renovated clubhouse will feature … Read more
The Rosedale Branch of Baltimore County Public Library is hosting an event to celebrate their new mobile vehicle on Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. The event will provide free face painting, crafts, music and KONA Ice. The library is located at 6105 Kenwood Avenue.
Community leaders and members of the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company dedicated the station’s second medic unit on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Councilman David Marks attended the event and is happy WMFVC is receiving another medic unit. “Our office pushed hard for this unit, along with the White Marsh-Cowenton Improvement Association, Senator J.B. Jennings and Delegates … Read more