Volcano Hot Pot White Marsh holds ribbon-cutting

–photo courtesy of Senator J.B. Jennings- Volcano Hot Pot White Marsh held a ribbon-cutting at its new location, 8136 Corporate Drive at the old Bertucci’s building The new business described itself as a “premier Asian Restaurant” State Senator J.B. Jennings attended the ceremony and recommended trying the food. “I had a great time checking out … Read more

Casa Mia’s White Marsh honored for 40th Anniversary

–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Licensed Beverage Association- Casa Mia’s White Marsh celebrated its 40 years of business Kenny Dilda and Joe Carolan of  Casa Mia’s were honored for their 40 years of service by Delegates Harry Bhandari, Ryan Nawrocki,and Councilman David Marks. “For four decades, Casa Mia’s has served our community, created jobs, supported … Read more

Baltimore County Summer Restaurant Week is back until July 19

Baltimore County announced that the tastiest week of the season will return: Baltimore County Summer Restaurant Week will be held from July 10-19. During Baltimore County’s 2026 Summer Restaurant Week, deals and special menu items will be available at more than 40 participating establishments. “Restaurant Week is a great time to showcase some of Baltimore … Read more

Woody’s Pub giving away free A/C units

Woody’s Pub in Essex announced they are partnering together with the local community and Home Depot, to purchase 31 brand-new window air conditioners to give away FREE to those who need them most. The pickup event is scheduled for Saturday July 11 from noon to 2 p.m. Woody’s Pub, located at 11 Margaret Avenue in … Read more

Tradepoint Atlantic virtual community open house

Tradepoint Atlantic in Sparrows Point will hold its annual Spring Virtual Community Open House this Thursday, May 14, starting at 1 p.m. This year’s presentation will include updated images showcasing construction activity at the Sparrows Point Container Terminal as well as new vertical development taking shape across the broader redevelopment area — offering a firsthand … Read more

Ground breaking held for new Sparrows Point Container Terminal

photo courtesy of Tradepoint Atlantic- Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, Baltimore County Executive Klausmeier and other federal, state, and local officials broke ground on Tradepoint Atlantic’s new Sparrows Point Container Terminal. The 168-acre container terminal and on-dock rail facility is located at Coke Point and proximity to major East Coast markets. It help Baltimore’s competitiveness as … Read more

StarCouture clothing in Turners Station holds ribbon cutting

–photo courtesy of Councilman Izzy Patoka- StarCouture clothing, located at (309 Main Street  in Turners Station, held a ribbon cutting on Friday. The Dundalk business was founded in 2020 by Crystal “Star” Jones and is a custom fashion brand specializing in unique, handmade women’s and men’s apparel. The ribbon cutting was attended by Senator Johnny … Read more

Sprouts Farmers Market moving into Middle River Big Lots site

Sprouts Farmers Market

–photos courtesy of Josh Sines- Sprouts Farmers Market is coming to Middle River The organic grocery store will take residence in the old Big Lots building in the Costco shopping center at 9900 Pulaski Highway. Josh Sines, the president of the Essex-Middle River Civic Council made the official announcement about the new store. “I can … Read more

Herman’s Bakery honored before last day

Herman's Bakery

–photo courtesy of Office of Sen. Johnny Ray Salling- Today is the last day of Herman’s Bakery as the Dundalk business announced its closing after 103 years of service to the community. During the weekend, 6th District Sen. Johnny Ray Salling and Del. Ric Metzgar recognized the Dundalk bakery with a citation. “What an honor … Read more

Coffee & Cone holds ribbon cutting in Essex

Coffee and Cones Essex

–photo courtesy of Essex Community Development Corporation- Coffee & Cone located at 530 Eastern Boulevard in Essex held its official ribbon cutting on Friday. Mauro Peralta is the owner of the Essex business. Coffee & Cone serves hot coffee, Hershey’s ice cream, crepes, pastries and other sweet treats. For more information, visit their Facebook page.

Fencing project to begin at BGE White Marsh Service Center

Baltimore County Councilman David Marks provided an alert to neighbors of the BGE White Marsh Service Center of upcoming fence upgrades. The service center is located at 11350 Pulaski Highway and fencing upgrades are expected to soon and should be complete around May 29. For more information, residents may contact bgeproject@bge.com or call (410) 324-2744.

Herman’s Bakery announces it’s “retiring” after 103 years

Herman’s Bakery in Dundalk announced the business is “retiring” after a century of service on March 31. The Holabird bakery made the official announcement on its Facebook page on Tuesday “After more than a century of baking, Herman’s Bakery is officially retiring. Our family wishes to thank our loyal customers for their support over the … Read more

Kestrel Cafe opens on Eastern Boulevard in Essex

Kestrel Cafe

–photo courtesy of Essex CDC– The Kestrel Cafe held its Grand Opening on Saturday, Jan. 10 in Essex According to the Essex Community Development Corporation, the Kestrel Cafe is owned April Pevear and her husband Geoff and is located at 1546 Eastern Blvd., Suite 1. “Kestrel Cafe is a one-of-a-kind art café where creativity, connection, … Read more

Coffee & Conversation Returns for Holiday Happy Hour in Essex

The Essex Community Development Corporation [CDC] invites commercial property owners, business owners, community leaders, and nonprofit leaders with an interest in Essex for their final Coffee & Conversation of the year on Thursday, Dec. 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. This FREE networking event will be held at Woody’s Pub Grill, 11 Margaret Ave in … Read more

November Coffee and Conversation in Essex

The Essex Community Development Corporation presents a casual morning of networking and community building with fellow business owners, property owners, and community leaders who care about the future of Essex. The next Coffee and Conversation will be held on Thursday, Nov. 20 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Heritage Society of Essex-Middle River. Please … Read more