Baltimore County Police reported a juvenile was shot in front of an Essex business in the 1700 block of Eastern Boulevard. According to police, patrol officers were responding to a call for an assault at the business. The officers arrived on scene and located a male juvenile a short distance away suffering from a gunshot … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Police Department- A stabbing and a police involved shooting was reported last night in Essex. Baltimore County Police responded to reported a disturbance in the 900 block of Holgate Drive on Wednesday, December 3, at approximately 8:30 p.m. Officers arrived and encountered an armed male suspect inside the apartment building. … Read more
The Back River Restoration Committee will hold its Race Road Cleanup on Saturday, Dec. 6. The meeting location is 830 Race Road in Essex and the event is 9 a.m. to 12. BRRC will provide all the supplies such as bags, gloves and pickers. There will be coffee and donuts for all the volunteers. Community … Read more
The Essex Community Development Corporation is holding a community input meeting: Improving Traffic and Pedestrian Safety on Eastern Boulevard on Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Mount Carmel School, 1704 Old Eastern Avenue in Essex. Join Essex Community Development Corporation for an open house-style community meeting to learn about and share your … Read more
Baltimore County Police are investigating an Essex shooting that resulted in a man being injured and entering into the police station. Police responded to the area of Sandalwood Road and Moline Circle in Essex after reports of shots fired on Sunday, Nov. 30, at approximately 9:45 p.m. Arriving officers found evidence of a shooting at … Read more
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
The Baltimore County’s Mobile Career Center is in Essex this November! They’re bringing free workforce support directly to the community — including job search assistance, resume support, and employer connections. The Mobile Career Center will be there on Thursday, Nov. 6, between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a Mini Job Fair with local employers … Read more
Essex Fall Community Fair is scheduled for this Saturday, Oct. 25 from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at the Essex Branch Library, 1110 Eastern Blvd. in Essex. This event was created to bring neighbors together to celebrate the community. There will be free food (while it lasts!), music, art workshops, face painting, balloon animals, and even some … Read more
–photo courtesy of Dundalk Stands Up- No Kings Protests were held all over the country, including Eastern Baltimore County. Protests were held in Dundalk at the corner of Wise Avenue and Holabird Avenue; in Essex at the corner of Back River Neck Road and Eastern Boulevard; and in Perry Hall at the corner of Belair … Read more
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.