Baltimore County Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred in Essex early Sunday. Officers responded to the 2200 block of Holly Neck Road at approximately 12:50 a.m. for a single vehicle crash that involved a 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. Detectives determined the Malibu was traveling westbound when it left the roadway and struck at least … Read more
Essex Community Development Corporation will hold its Breakfast and Learn this week. Business women and women leaders of Essex are invited to gather for a meaningful morning to discuss and learn about domestic violence. The events is set for this Friday starting at 7:30-8 a.m. at The Comfy Cup. Networking and conversation will take place … Read more
Queen Anne’s County Office of the Sheriff announced that an Essex man was arrested for child pornography and sexual solicitation of a minor. Here is the official release: On August 30, 2025, deputies with the Queen Anne’s County Office of the Sheriff received a report from a county resident alleging an unknown adult male had … Read more
MC Fest will be held on Oct. 9 through Oct. 12. The hours are Thursday and Friday from 6 – 10 p.m., Saturday from 1 – 10 p.m. and Sunday, from 1- 5 p.m. The event supports Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, a PK-12 Catholic School serving Essex. MC Fest draws over 1500 attendees each … Read more
Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks will hold a Waterfront Festival – a FREE day of fun, learning, and celebration by the bay on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will be held at Rocky Point Park, 2200 Rocky Point Road in Essex Admission and parking are free. The … Read more
–photos courtesy of Essex CDC- Two new businesses held their grand openings in the Essex area on Saturday. The Comfy Cup and Baltimore Brazilian Jiu Jitsu are now open for business. According to the Essex Community Development Corporation, both businesses are under local ownership. “The Comfy Cup and Baltimore Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, owned and operated … Read more
The Essex Community Development Corporation (Essex CDC) announced two new businesses are opening on the Eastern Boulevard corridor in Essex with two ribbon cuttings on Saturday, Sept. 20. The Comfy Cup is located at 25 Eastern Blvd., Suite 98B and will hold its ribbon cutting Saturday at 9 a.m. Baltimore Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, located at … Read more
Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce and Essex Community Development Corporation will host its next Coffee & Conversation on Thursday, Sept. 18 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Parker, Pallett, Slezak & Russell, LLC, located at 1342 Eastern Blvd. in Essex. This Monthly Networking Event will be hosted by Carmen Slezak. This is an opportunity to connect with … Read more
-photo courtesy of Essex Day Festival Committee- Here are some photos from Essex Day 2025. The festival took place on Saturday, Sept. 13 in the 400 and 500 block of Essex.
The last Second Friday of the Summer is set for Friday, Sept. 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. at 25 Eastern Blvd. (Marie Ave. side of Essex Gateway Center, in front of the Essex CDC Office) The block is turning into an incredible celebration of mind, body, and community joy. There will be an DJ … Read more
The Essex Day Festival is back for its 50th year on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the 400 and 500 block of Eastern Boulevard in Essex. The opening ceremonies start at 11 a.m. The Main Stage Line-up includes Eddie Johnson – Nashville Recording Artist eddiejohnson_music 11:30 am -12:30 pm Experience … Read more
UPDATE-Sidney Fowlkes has been located Baltimore County Police report 20-year-old Sidney Fowlkes (5’3,130) is missing. Last seen in the Essex area on Aug. 29 at approximately 3 p.m. wearing a white multi-colored top, blue sweatshirt and shorts, green/blue flip flops. Anyone with information is requested to call 911 or 410-887-0220.
Free Movie Night in Essex returns on Friday, Aug. 15. There is a free showing of the Minecraft Movie on Friday, August 15 at Mars Estates Rec. Activity Center, at 1498 East Homberg Ave in Essex. Doors open 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 7 p.m. Bring chairs, blankets and your favorite snacks & … Read more
Essex Community Development Corporation will hold its “Second Friday of the Summer” event on Friday, Aug. 8 at 25 Eastern Blvd Parking Lot from 6 to 9 p.m. There will br live music all evening with DJ Rome and dance performances + free lessons from TSU Crew (featuring Ryan Daly aka “Shag”) at: 7 to … Read more
In celebration of Heritage Society of Essex Middle River’s 50th Anniversary, a 50-year time capsule is being created. The time capsule committee has started to collect items to participate in this project. The community may donate items until Sept. 14 at the museum. During October, all these items will be on display on the first … Read more
Join Essex CDC and the Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce for a special evening of networking for Coffee & Conversation at Weavers Marine Service Inc, hosted by owner Sam Weaver! The event takes place on Thursday, August 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. at 730 Riverside Drive in Essex. Connect with local business owners, community … Read more
The Essex Community Development Corporation is inviting Commercial Property Owners, Business Owners and Operators, & Community and Nonprofit Leaders with an interest in Essex for the next Coffee & Conversation on Thursday, July 10 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Essex Elementary School, 100 Mace Ave. This is a free networking focusing on building connections … Read more
Baltimore County Recreation and Parks celebrates Park and Recreation month with Days of Play — free, supervised, drop-in play designed just for kids ages 8 to 14. The event takes place in Dundalk and Essex for the next two weeks. “Fast-paced games, quick-play sports, and plenty of fresh-air fun — all while building teamwork, confidence, … Read more
Essex CDC, in partnership with Essex Plaza, LLC is proud to invite community members of all ages to be part of an exciting public art project! With funding secured through Essex CDC’s Facade Improvement Grant Program to install a massive 1,800 sq ft mural on the exterior wall of Petals Learning Center, your creativity can … Read more
–photo courtesy of BCPL- Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is touring Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer and will be in Dundalk and Essex on Wednesday, June 25. Poe will start at the North Point Library, located at 1716 Merritt Blvd. in Dundalk from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Then he will arrive at the … Read more
Over 100 people have already registered to attend the No Kings Rally in Essex on Saturday, June 14 at St. Stephen’s Church, 1601 Old Eastern Avenue (on all four corners) from 9 to 11 a.m. This peaceful demonstration will bring together community members and advocates to call for fair representation and transparent governance. This rally … Read more