Baltimore County

BCPS Announces Teachers Achieve National Board Certification

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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

State and County Government Preparing for Monday’s Snowfall

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-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 Closed on Monday

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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

D’Andrea L. Walker Named Acting Baltimore County Executive

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–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 to Sponsor Bill Strengthening Land Preservation

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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

Bob Long: “Voter Suppression in County Executive Search?”

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–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

One Dead, Nine Injured After Loch Raven Blvd. Mass Shooting

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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

Marks:  New Executive Must Prioritize Public Safety, No Tax Hikes

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–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

David Marks: “Process Begins to Pick Interim County Executive

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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

Olszewski, Harris & Mfume Declared Congressional Winners

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-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

Councilman Marks: Nominations Sought for 5th District Citizen of the Year

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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

Councilman Marks Seeks Nominee for Veterans Commission

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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

County Begins Renovations to Rocky Point Golf Course

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"Rocky Point Golf Course"

-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

White Marsh VFC Receives a Second Medic Unit

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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

Council Passes Marks’ Trade School Bill for White Marsh

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The Baltimore County Council unanimously passed Councilman David Marks’s bill that would allow for a technical trade school in White Marsh at its legislative session on Oct. 7. Plumbers and Steamfitters UA Local 486 is seeking to repurpose the arena at 5811 Allender Road in White Marsh, which requires a legislative change. “I am delighted … Read more

New Middle River Volunteer Fire Station on the Way

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The following article was submitted by 7th District- A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about a new building for Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company. Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga and Baltimore County Councilman David Marks were excited to take part in an event today to mark the start of site preparation … Read more

Ribbon Cutting Set for Hazelwood Skate Park

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Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, Baltimore County Councilman Mike Ertel, Baltimore County Recreation and Parks Director Bob Smith, and the Baltimore County Skateboard Council will hold a ribbon cutting to open the new Hazelwood Skate Park at 4924 Hazelwood Ave. in Overlea. This is the first bowl-style public skate park in 50 years and features … Read more

Councilman Marks: County Surveying Stream at Orbitan Court

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Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is alerting residents of Carney’s Orbitan Court about survey work related to an assessment of the stream valley. The Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability is conducting an assessment of the stream valley behind the homes. Residents may see the design consultant (McCormick Taylor, Inc.) and their survey … Read more

District 7 “Community Hero” Honored

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Baltimore County held a Community Leader Summit to honor its Baltimore County’s Community Heroes Awards. One of those honored was District 7 winner Carlos Crespo. He is the founder of Crespo Productions and co-founder of Nuestras Raices, Inc., a community organization dedicated to cultural preservation and support. “I thank God for my life and health, … Read more

Dr. Lucy Wilson Named New Baltimore County Health Director

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Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Maryland Department of Health Secretary Dr. Laura Herrera Scott announced that Dr. Lucy Wilson has been named County Health Officer and Director of the Department of Health and Human Services. “The health and wellness of our communities – as well as upholding Baltimore County’s high-quality public health services for … Read more