Sp. Point, Dundalk & Kenwood Football Seasons End on Friday

The second round of the MPSSAA concluded on Friday. Perry Hall defeated Towson on Thursday, but Kenwood, Sparrows Point and Dundalk’s seasons came to an end on Friday night. Fallston 35 Sparrows Point 11 Sparrows Point fell behind 21 to 3 at the half in the 2A/1A playoffs. The Pointers scored a touchdown in the … Read more

Essex and Middle River Museum Reports Crash at Building

-photo courtesy of Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River, Inc.- The Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River, Inc. reported a vehicle accident damaged their building on Friday night. The museum is set to hold their annual tree lighting on Dec. 2. Here is a statement from the museum about the crash and the … Read more

Sparrows Point, Perry Hall, Kenwood & Dundalk win playoff games

-photo courtesy of Instagram/sphsathletics1- The MPSSAA football playoffs started over the weekend. Dundalk, Kenwood, Sparrows Point and Perry Hall advanced to the second round. Patapsco, Chesapeake, Overlea and Parkville’s season came to an end. Eastern Tech did not particpate in the playoffs. 4A Dundalk 54 Annapolis 27 Dundalk advanced to the second round after a … Read more

Perry Hall Girls Soccer Advances to State Semifinals

Perry Hall Girls Soccer Advances to State Semifinals

Perry Hall celebrates their 4A North Title on Tuesday –photo courtesy of Perry Hall High School Girls Soccer Families & Supporters Facebook page– Perry Hall High Girls Soccer team is now two wins away from another state title as the Gators defeated Eleanor Roosevelt 2 to 1 High School in the 4A State Quarterfinals. The … Read more

Crash with Entrapment Reported on Monday Night in Essex

-photo courtesy of Essex Volunteer Fire Company- Crews from the Essex Volunteer Fire Company reported a motor vehicle collision with entrapment at the intersection of Route 702 & Middleborough Road in Essex on Monday Oct. 30 around 9:14 p.m. An ambulance was right around the corner wrapping up on a separate call when they were … Read more

Essex Movie Night This Friday Night

This Fall the Essex Community Development Corporation in partnership with Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce, Church of the Harbor, Middlesex Elementary PTA, Sandalwood Elementary, Cub Scout Pack 1913 and Essex Senior Center is hosting a FREE Outdoor Movie Night on Friday, Oct. 27 from 6 – 9 p.m. at the Essex Senior Center, 600 Dorsey … Read more

Arrest Made in Essex Stabbing

Homicide detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department arrested 55-year-old Gregory Hare in the fatal assault that occurred Monday, Oct. 16 shortly after 10 p.m., in the Unit block of Eastern Boulevard in Essex. When officers arrived at the location, they found 63-year-old Keith Yeager suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim was transported to … Read more

63-year-old fatally stabbed in Essex

Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal stabbing that occurred Monday, Oct. 16 around 10 p.m. Officers responded to the Unit block of Eastern Boulevard in Essex in reference to a reported assault. When officers arrived, they located 63-year-old Keith Yeager suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim … Read more

Pedestrian Killed on Route 702 in Essex

Officers with the Baltimore County Police Department responded to Route 702 in Essex in reference to a pedestrian being struck by a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado on Wednesday, Sept. 27. While the driver of the Silverado remained at the scene, the pedestrian, 38-year-old Candice Reihl, was transported to an area hospital where she was pronounced deceased. … Read more

Precinct 11 Essex Police News

Here is a report of some of the incidents that were reported by Essex Police Precinct 11 over the past week. ROBBERY: Unknown suspects with a weapon robbed and assaulted the victim at the corner of Old Eastern Avenue and Glenwood Road in Essex on Thursday, Sept. 21 around 11:26 p.m. SECOND DEGREE BURGLARY: On … Read more

Free Music Concert in Essex at Renaissance Park

A free concert “Picnic in the Park” will be hosted by Essex Community Development Corporation on Saturday, Sept. 30 from 4 to 7 p.m. at The Fields at Renaissance Park, 99 Stemmers Run Road, Essex, MD 21221. Come hear the relaxing sounds of CAISO Steel Drum Band while sampling the flavorful Jamaican cuisine of Reid’s Jerk Shack, an … Read more

Delegate Bob Long: “Juvenile Justice Reform”

-The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the problems with the Juvenile Justice Reform bill- The Juvenile Justice Reform bill was passed in 2022 and we are starting to see the dangerous results of this bill. Sen. Jill Carter introduced this bill and all Republicans voted against the bill. Larry … Read more

Multiple Robberies Reported by Essex Precinct

Three robberies were reported in Essex Precinct 11 last week. The first robbery was reported on Sunday, Sept. 10. According to the report, unknown suspects assaulted and robbed a victim in the 100 block of Riverthorn Road in Hawthrone. The incident was reported around 9 p.m. The next robbery was reported in the 500 block … Read more

Perry Hall & Dundalk Remain Undefeated Before Next Week’s Game

-Perry Hall and Dundalk (pictured from 2022) both go into next week’s game undefeated- All weekend football games were played on either Thursday or on Monday. The results started off slow as five local schools combined to go to 0-5 on Thursday, but the four other teams on Monday went 3-1. Here are some of … Read more

County Giving Out Reusable Bags Before Plastic Bag Ban

Baltimore County’s plastic bag ban begins Nov. 1. This ban will prohibit the distribution of single-use plastic checkout bags at the point of sale in order to reduce the significant negative impact of plastic bag litter in our communities, waterways, and at the County’s recycling center. To assist with the transition ahead of this new … Read more

Two Eastern Tech Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

Two Eastern Tech High Students were two of 12 Baltimore County Public Schools students that have been named semifinalists in the 69th annual National Merit Scholarship Program coordinated by the National Merit Scholarship Corp. The honored Eastern Tech students are Nathan D. Brojan and Cadence J. Scott. “Congratulations to these students for their outstanding academic … Read more

Essex Fall Movie Nights to be Held

This Fall the Essex Community Development Corporation in partnership with Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce is hosting TWO FREE Outdoor Movie Nights! Dates and movies are as follows: Friday, 9/22 from 6-9pm – Super Mario Bros. Friday, 10/27 from 6-9pm – Coco “Stay tuned for more details and information including food, activities and giveaways! We’re … Read more

Essex Day Festival 2023

Essex Day Festival 2023 The 48th annual Essex Day Festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the 400 & 500 blocks Eastern Blvd. Here are some of the events of the day. Essex Day Car Show The Essex Day Car Show will feature trophies and cash prizes, … Read more