Homicide detectives were on the scene of a fatal shooting in Essex on Saturday afternoon. An adult male has been pronounced deceased 800 block of Bayner Road. This is an on-goinginvestigation and there is no further investigation at this time.
Officer J. Haddix was named Essex Precinct 9 Officer of the Month. Assigned to a permanent position, he maintains a visible presence in a high crime area. Supervisors say that he conducts proactive enforcement and his thorough investigations result in a high clearance rate. He leads by example by making time to mention younger officers.
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-photo courtesy of Baltimore County Government- Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Baltimore County Revenue Authority officials joined elected officials, community members and golfing enthusiasts to break ground on a significant expansion and renovation of the Rocky Point Golf Course Clubhouse in Essex. Located on the 215-acre public golf course, the renovated clubhouse will feature … Read more
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced that Shanell Angelia West, 46, of Essex has pleaded guilty in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County in separate cases involving insurance fraud and felony theft. The charges stemmed from her actions during and after her employment with the Maryland Department of Labor. In the first case, West … Read more
Officers responded to a fatal crash in Essex involving a pedestrian in the 1000 block of Eastern Blvd. on Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2023 Kia was traveling westbound when it struck the pedestrian, who was attempting to cross the street just west of Old Eastern Boulevard. The … Read more
There is a report of open water rescue near the Baltimore Yacht Club in Essex after a boat accident. According to reports, there are multiple people in the water. The accident took place on Saturday Oct. 19 after 8 p.m. in the 800 Baltimore Yacht Club Road.
The Crazy Tuna Bar and Grille in Essex announced it is closing its doors after Saturday. Here is the Crazy Tuna’s official statement about the closure: “It is with a very heavy heavy heart that we made a very difficult decision to close The Crazy Tuna. The last day of operation will be this Saturday … Read more
Officer R. Bowman has been named Essex Police Precinct 11 Officer of the Month. Here is the official statement from Baltimore County Police. Assigned a permanent post car, Officer Bowman arrived early exudes positive energy and regularly assist with calls for services. He cleared several cases and recovered stolen property. Supervisors say his willingness to … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported a two-alarm apartment fire in Essex. The fire involved three apartments and was reported after midnight in the 1400 block of Hadwick Drive. Multiple occupants were rescued. One firefighter was injured and transported to the hospital with minor injuries. The firewas reported under control after 1 a.m. and it was … Read more
The Essex Latino Festival in the Park will be held in partnership with CAPSI on Saturday, October 19 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m at Renaissance Park 99 Stemmers Run Rd. in Essex. This event features food from local restaurants, area bands and performers, dancers, games, an “around Latin America” passport experience, resource tables and … Read more
Baltimore County plans to conduct the next round of helicopter application of midge treatment on the upper Back River this week. As long as the forecast holds, the application is scheduled to occur on Wednesday, Oct. 2 and Thursday, Oct. 3. As always, the timing and dates are dependent on changing wind and weather conditions … Read more
BCPS Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers will host community meetings this fall focused on creating safe and supportive learning environments. One meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 17, from 6-7 p.m. at Kenwood High School, 501 Stemmers Run Road in Essex. Team BCPS students, families, staff, and stakeholders are invited to participate in these important conversations and learn more about BCPS’ … Read more
Baltimore County held a Community Leader Summit to honor its Baltimore County’s Community Heroes Awards. One of those honored was District 7 winner Carlos Crespo. He is the founder of Crespo Productions and co-founder of Nuestras Raices, Inc., a community organization dedicated to cultural preservation and support. “I thank God for my life and health, … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- Baltimore County Fire Department reported a fire in the 300 blk Ida Avenue in Essex Tuesday after 6:30 p.m. Crews arrived to smoke coming from a residence and located a bedroom fire. The fire was extinguished and no injuries were reported.
The Essex Afro-Caribbean Festival in the Park will be held Saturday, Sept. 21 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Sandalwood Elementary School Parking Lot, located at 900 S. Marlyn Ave in Essex. The event will have an afternoon of music, entertainment, food, vendors, resources and COMMUNITY! The entertainment includes: – Clarence Ward III & … Read more
Two people were killed Sunday night when Baltimore County Fire Department reported they were “struck by Amtrak train while riding 4 wheelers on (the) track.” The incident was reported in the unit block of Schaffers Lane around 9:52 p.m. and is still under investigation.
Here are some photos from the 49th annual Essex Day. The event took place on Saturday, Sept. 14 in Downtown Essex.
–photo courtesy of Essex Volunteer Fire Company- A pedestrian accident was reported in Essex on Friday night. According to the Essex Volunteer Fire Company, its crews were dispatched to the 200 block of Back River Neck Road for a pedestrian struck at 8:52 p.m. The patient was transported by medics to an area trauma center … Read more
Baltimore Gas and Electric will install a four-mile power cable on Saturday, Sept. 14, 7 a.m.- 7 p.m., weather permitting. Drivers can expect a right-lane and shoulder closure of the two-lane ramp from the inner loop and outer loop of I-695 near the MD 702 interchange in Essex. Drivers should stay to the left to … Read more
The 49th Annual Essex Day Festival, sponsored in part by MedStar Health, is a FREE family-friendly event which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. along Eastern Boulevard from Mace Avenue to Woodward Avenue in the heart of Essex. Essex Day is the largest one-day festival in Baltimore County! … Read more