The Power of Age Expo, formerly the Baby Boomer and Senior Expo, returns to the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium on Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Baltimore County Department of Aging’s extravaganza showcases the latest in information, resources, products and services to approximately 8,000 attendees. This is the largest event … Read more
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and Baltimore County Police is encouraging county residents to take inventory of their medicine cabinets and safely dispose of medications that are expired or no longer needed. The Police Department has drug drop boxes located at all 10 police precincts and is accessible 24 hours a day, … Read more
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and TurnAround is honoring the life of Jacobi. His young life was cut short by domestic violence on Christmas Eve 2024 at their home in East Baltimore County. At the request of his family, TurnAround’s Dundalk location will officially be named in his memory, ensuring that we never forget … Read more
Baltimore County announced a community Health Fair will be held at Honeygo Run Regional Park on Saturday, August 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will provide free screenings, flu shots, wellness resources and vendors, and even adoptable pets.
Knights of Columbus 6021 will hold a blood drive on Tuesday, July 29 from 1 – 6 p.m. The KOC Council 6021 is located at 4110 1/2 Pine Hill Rd. in Perry Hall. For more information or to register, go to the website.
Baltimore County Fire Department reported the area is experiencing hazy conditions from the wild land fires in New Jersey and Canada. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert has been issued until midnight tonight. Baltimore County also reminded residents there is no need to call 911 for smoke in the area unless there is a source … Read more
The first Women’s Health Expo and Fitness Event will be held on Sunday May 18 in the She Fit Lifestyle Fitness Studio parking lot, located at 6204 Hazelwood Avenue in Rosedale. Festivities begin at 11.a.m. and ends at 3 p.m. This family friendly event that will feature workout demos for all fitness levels! Hosted by … Read more
The Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company announced it will be hosting at CPR class in Dundalk. Class – Initial AHA CPR/AED for BLS providers The training will be held at Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company 2nd Floor on Sunday, April 27 starting at 10 a.m. The cost is $60 and all proceeds will go towards … Read more
The Dundalk Community Engagement Forum will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 15 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the North Point Library, 1716 Merritt Boulevard in Dundalk Please join the Baltimore County Department of Health and Human Services for an event to discuss community health issues including substance use, physical health, and access to health … Read more
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is holding National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The purpose of the event is to remove unused medications to prevent potential harm. These drugs can be dropped off at all Baltimore County Police precincts and other locations. “The drug overdose … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Maryland Department of Health Secretary Dr. Laura Herrera Scott announced that Dr. Lucy Wilson has been named County Health Officer and Director of the Department of Health and Human Services. “The health and wellness of our communities – as well as upholding Baltimore County’s high-quality public health services for … Read more
University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center will provide free flu vaccinations to anyone age 9 and up at White Marsh Library, located at 8133 Sandpiper Circle on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Only standard dose quadrivalent vaccine offered. Ages 9-17 require a parent/guardian signature. No appointment necessary. For questions, call … Read more
The Baltimore County Department of Health will host a vaccination clinic at Dundalk Middle School, 7400 Dunmanway in Dundalk on Thursday, Sept. 12, from 3 – 6 p.m. Students must receive their school-required vaccines by Sept. 16. Vaccines are provided at no cost. You do NOT need to bring ID or health insurance information. Note … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported crews reponded to rescue of an adult male stung by bees and suffered a severe allergic reaction on a hiking trail near Gunpowder Falls. The incident was reported Sunday at 2:40 in the 10000 block of Belair Road.
-Senator Kathy Klausmeier visited Weis Supermarket on Belair Road to talk about legislation to promote the AED program. Article and photo courtesy of Senator Kathy Klausmeier’s office- Today, I attended the Weis Store #206 in Nottingham/Overlea to talk about the importance of Maryland HB0288- AED Program (Joe Sheya Act) in Grocery Stores and Restaurants. I … Read more
The Baltimore County Public Library announced that the University’s of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center will be on site at the North Point Branch Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd. in Dundalk to provide flu vaccinations to anyone age 9 and up. The vaccinations will be given out on Monday, Oct. 16 from 3 to 7 p.m. … Read more
Baltimore City announced that low levels of cryptosporidium were found in the Baltimore region water system and some local communities have been impacted. The local areas impacted are all of Overlea, Fullerton, Parkvilke, Cub Hill, southern Perry Hall neighborhoods along Belair Road and south Carney. Here is a statement from the City’s DPW: “Baltimore City … Read more
The Baltimore County Public Library announced that the University’s of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center will be on site at the Rosedale library, 6105 Kenwood Avenue to provide flu vaccinations to anyone age 9 and up. The vaccinations will be given out on Wednesday, Oct. 11 from 3 to 7 p.m. No appointment necessary. Ages … Read more
–photo courtesy of CCBC- Baltimore County, University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center (UM SJMC) and the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) announced the Public Health Pathways Program, an innovative workforce development partnership that aims to connect residents in historically underserved communities with high-demand nursing positions through customized educational programming and community wraparound supports. … Read more