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

Essex & Baltimore County still recovering from weekend storms

-photos courtesy of Essex CDC- Power outages and storm damage continue to be an issue in the area, especially in Essex/ Middle River. Councilman David Marks reported a damaged pole at the 2100 block of Eastern Avenue near the Geresbeck’s grocery store has caused an estimated 16,000 customers to lose power. “I have spoken to … Read more

Trees and powerline damage reported in Essex & Middle River

–photo courtesy of Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue and Marine- Essex and Middle River were hit with strong storms on Saturday night. Powerlines were reported damaged in Essex at Eastern Boulevard and Taylor Avenue. There was also damage reported on Greenbank Road in Oliver Beach. Many trees fell down and were blocking County roadways. Baltimore … Read more

Juneteenth Jubilee at BCPL Essex Branch

–photo courtesy of BCPL- Baltimore County Public Library (Essex Branch) is hosting it’s Juneteenth Jubilee this Saturday, June 20, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Activities include line dancing, face painting and balloon sculpting. Culture Queen, seen above at last year’s celebration, opens with an interactive, engaging activity at 11 a.m.

Baltimore Ravens mascot Poe returns to BCPL branches

A Raven favorite is returning to Baltimore County Public Library branches this summer! Poe, the Baltimore Ravens mascot, is joining story time at the following east side BCPL branches: • Thursday, June 18— North Point (10:30 a.m.) *Story Time at Jalapeño Market. • Wednesday, June 24— Essex Branch (2 p.m.) • Wednesday, July 15— Perry … Read more

Essex CDC’s Annual Meeting and Impact Showcase

Join the Essex Community Development Corporation for an evening of community connection, updates, and celebration on  Wednesday, June 10, 2026 from 4 to 6 p.m. for their annual meeting at their office, 25 Eastern Blvd, Suite 98 in Essex. This annual gathering is a chance for residents, business owners, community partners, and supporters to come … Read more

Project begins to improve safety on MD150/Old Eastern

The State Highway Administration will begin a Quick Build safety installation at the Old Eastern Avenue/Seamaster Road. intersection with MD 150/Eastern Boulevard on Monday, May 18. Work is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Drivers should expect: • Shoulder closure on eastbound MD 150 • Single right-lane closure on Old Eastern Avenue approaching the … Read more

Essex house fire reported on S Marlyn Avenue

Baltimore County Fire Department reported a house fire in Essex on Friday night . Units arrived after 8 p.m. with fire coming from the basement of a home in the 1200 block of S Marlyn Avenue No injuries were reported and no one was found inside the house. The fire was extinguished at 8:25 p.m.

Rabies clinics set for Perry Hall, Dundalk, Essex & Rosedale

–photo courtesy of BCAS- Baltimore County Animal Services is hosting spring rabies clinics throughout Baltimore County. Here is a list of clinics in eastern Baltimore County. Perry Hall Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to noon Gough Park, 9201 Honeygo Boulevard Essex Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to noon. Fields of Renaissance Park, 99 … Read more

Coffee and Conversation shifts to evening in April in Essex

Join Commercial Property Owners, Business Owners and Operators, & Community and Nonprofit Leaders with an interest in Essex for the  next Coffee and Conversation of the year on Thursday, April 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. Sussex Elementary School, 515 S. Woodward Avenue in Essex. This is a free networking event focusing on building connections … Read more

Midge treatment scheduled in Bear Creek and Back River

Back River Restoration Committee reports Baltimore County DEPS is planning to conduct the first round of helicopter applications of midge treatment on the upper and lower Back River this week as well as Bear Creek. The application is scheduled to start about 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 15, and the afternoon of Thursday, weather permitting. … Read more

Eastern Boulevard Commercial Corridor Trash Clean Up

The Essex Community Development Corporation is holding a Eastern Blvd Commercial Corridor Trash Clean Up on Monday, April 6 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Essex Park & Ride. This cleanup provides community service, community building, and environmental impact as volunteers will clean up Eastern Boulevard and help prevent litter from reaching the Chesapeake … Read more