The 2026 Chesapeake Patriot 5K Run and 1K Walk is set for Saturday, Nov. 7 at Gunpowder Falls State Park – Hammerman Area. Register as an individual or bring a team of friends, family, and co-workers to run, walk, or stroll, and spread the good cheer overlooking the picturesque Chesapeake Bay. Racers and walkers are recommended … Read more
The Fall Festival at Marshy Point Nature Center is back this Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Marshy Point Nature Center, 7130 Marshy Point Road. The event is for all ages with activities including archery, apple butter cooking, guided bike rides, and hayrides. Demonstrations include: apple butter cooking, apple cider pressing … Read more
The Chase Thanksgiving 5K race is taking place on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 26 from 6 to 9 a.m. at Eastern Regional Park. This is a fun, festive 5K that welcomes ALL ages and abilities. The course features a mix of paved pathways, natural trail surfaces, and wooden bridge crossings as it winds through the park’s … Read more
–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- Baltimore City Department of Public Works is aware of a water rupture on Harewood Park Drive in the Chase area According to the Office of Councilman David Marks, crews are scheduled to arrive this morning. Please use caution in the area. Water pressure has been reported as low but … Read more
The following release has been submitted by Councilman David Marks about a letter sent to the Coast Guard to request a higher height for the Amtrak bridge in Chase. Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has written to the Coast Guard urging a higher height for the Amtrak bridge being proposed at the Gunpowder River in … Read more
-photo courtesy of drone operator Bob Gluth- Seneca Elementary School held its annual Field Day. One of the highlights was the opening ceremony where students came together to create agiant paw to a class “walk out song”. Last year, Seneca students spelled out the word “Seneca” and the school wanted to increase the formation. Field … Read more
Baltimore County Police Department reported officers were on the scene of a barricade in the 6900 block of Myersview Drive in Chase The incident was reported on the morning of Wednesday, April 8. Police said the issue was later resolved in the morning. According to police a subject was taken in custody.
Fifth District County Councilman David Marks submitted the following article that his legislation was passed by the Baltimore County Council to require infrastructure improvements along Earls Road. On March 2nd, the Baltimore County Council unanimously passed legislation that requires infrastructure improvements in the vicinity of the Lafarge Quarry, addressing community concerns about future truck traffic … Read more
A boundary study meeting for southeastern-area elementary schools will be held on Wednesday. Here is the official release from Baltimore County Public Schools. The next boundary study for the committee charged with examining attendance areas and considering boundary options among three southeastern-area elementary schools will hold its second meeting Wednesday, September 24 from 6 to … Read more
Harewood Park Community will hold a League Fall Craft/Vendor Fair on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.at 12940 Community Road in Chase. The event will feature local crafters/vendors, food Trucks; Kelly’s Kitchen & Bakery and Flamme Del Forno (pizza). Drinks will be sold by HPCL. For more info; call 410-382-4159
Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine reported its crews responded to a structure fire in the unit block of Joggins Court on Friday night. Arriving crews found fire showing from a second-floor bedroom window. Baltimore County Fire Department and the Maryland Air National Guard fire department brought the fire under control and helped all … Read more
Baltimore County Professional Firefighters Association reported an overnight fire on Gunder Avenue in Chase. The fire was reported on Friday just prior to midnight. Crews were alerted for an odor of smoke in a residential structure and arrived with heavy smoke throughout the structure. The fire was placed under control. There is no further information.
Baltimore County Public Schools seeks three volunteers each – two parents and one staff member – from Chase, Oliver Beach and Seneca elementary schools to serve on a boundary study committee. The purpose of the study is to maximize the use of available space and balance enrollment among Chase, Oliver Beach and Seneca elementary schools. … Read more
–photo courtesy of White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company- Crews were on the scene of a building fire at Dundee Creek Marina at 7400 Graces Quarters Road in Chase. The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company reported first arriving units reported fire through the roof. The fire was reported on Saturday around 6:04 a.m.
–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- Carol Sue Hart of Oliver Beach was named Fifth District Citizen of the Year by Councilman David Marks. Here is the statement from Marks about Hart’s effort to help repair Oliver Beach Improvement Association community hall. “In March, the Oliver Beach Improvement Association community hall was nearly destroyed by … Read more
Chesapeake Patriot 5K Run and 1K Walk A “Chesapeake Road Runners” Charity Event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 2 at Gunpowder Falls State Park, Graces Quarters Road in Chase. The event is held by the Chesapeake Bay Association, Inc. All proceeds raised go towards environmental and scholarship programs. Register as an individual or bring a … Read more
Marshy Point Fall Festival will be held on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Fall Festival showcases the harvest season with autumn activities and family fun. Activities include animal shows, apple cider pressing, honey extraction, crafts, Native American games and archery, canoe tours, and the Marsh Mucker Obstacle Course for kids. … Read more
The following article has been submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks about the new Comprehensive Zoning Map for Baltimore County. On Tuesday, August 27th, the Baltimore County Council approved the new Comprehensive Zoning Map for Baltimore County. In the Fifth District that I represent, acting on my recommendation, the Council downzoned 4,944 acres of property. … Read more
–photo courtesy of Maryland DNR- The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will provide $21.5 million in Waterway Improvement Fund allocations to communities and projects throughout Maryland in Fiscal Year 2025, which began July 1. The funds will support new and improved public boating access facilities, dredging of navigable public waterways; emergency vessels and equipment for local first … Read more
The Oliver Beach Community Hall was damaged in a fire in March and the community is trying to raise funds. A shrimp and bull roast is being held at Gunpowder VFW Hall, 6309 Ebenezer Road on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 2 to 6 p.m. All proceeds to benefit the rebuilding of the Oliver Beach Community … Read more
–photo courtesy of Delegate Ryan Nawrocki- Local leaders held a ribbon cutting for the new Bengies Community Center playground in Chase. Baltimore County Rec. and Parks Director Bob Smith attended the event Saturday morning along with Baltimore County Councilman David Marks, Delegate Ryan Nawrocki and members of the Bengies-Chase Recreation Council. According to Marks, the … Read more