New Middle River Volunteer Fire Station on the Way

The following article was submitted by 7th District- A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about a new building for Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company. Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga and Baltimore County Councilman David Marks were excited to take part in an event today to mark the start of site preparation … Read more

Uptown Cheapskate to Open This Week

Uptown Cheapskate White Marsh’s grand opening takes place on Thursday, Oct. 3 and and runs through Sunday, Oct. 6 A ribbon-cutting ceremony for Uptown Cheapskate will be held this Thursday at 10 a.m. Uptown Cheapskate is located 11521 Wakefield Street near Greenleigh off Campbell Boulevard. For more information, visit their website.

Ertel, Marks Announce New Pedestrian Crosswalk on Compass Rd

Baltimore County Councilmembers Mike Ertel and David Marks announced the upcoming construction of a pedestrian crosswalk on Compass Road at Radial Court in Middle River. The crosswalk will be built later this fall and cost approximately $15,000. “This crosswalk should significantly help as students walk to and from places like Middle River Middle and Victory … Read more

Meeting to be Held on Greenleigh Community School Boundaries

Greenleigh Community Boundary Study

The committee charged with realigning school boundaries in the unoccupied portion of the Greenleigh residential community will hold its first of three meetings on Thursday, Sept. 19 at Vincent Farm Elementary School cafeteria, 6019 Ebenezer Rd., from 6 to 8 p.m. While no students currently reside in the area under review, the committee’s study seeks … Read more

County Announces New Park at Old C.P. Crane Facility Site

–photos courtesy of Ryan Nawrocki- Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski today joined federal, state and local elected officials and community stakeholders to celebrate plans to protect, preserve and transform an 85-acrage parcel of the former Charles P. Crane facility grounds in Middle River as waterfront park space. The site is one of the Olszewski administration’s … Read more

Police Investigate Hit-and-Run Crash in Middle River

Baltimore County Police responded to Pulaski Highway and Middle River Road in reference to a pedestrian crash on Saturday, Sept. 7 around 11:30 p.m. Once on scene, detectives with the Crash Team determined that the individual was struck by a gray Honda CRV that did not remain at the scene. The Honda CRV will have … Read more

Council Approves Purchase of Middle River’s C.P. Crane Plant

The Baltimore County Council approved purchase of 85 acres of the former C.P. Crane plant in Middle River on Tuesday, Sept. 3. The county will purchase about 85 acres of the site closest to the community, combining it with about 50 acres of county-owned land. Roughly 33 acres will remain privately-owned, and this part will … Read more

Input Meeting for Pedestrian Safety on MD 150 in Essex

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will host a public informational workshop on pedestrian safety initiatives along MD 150 (Eastern Boulevard) between MD 700 (Martin Boulevard) and MD 702 (Southeast Boulevard). The MD 150 (Eastern Boulevard) corridor in Baltimore County is planned for safety improvements as part of the Pedestrian Safety Action Plan … Read more

Marks: “Over 4,900 Acres Downzoned to Lighten Development and Preserve Open Space”

The following article has been submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks about the new Comprehensive Zoning Map for Baltimore County. On Tuesday, August 27th, the Baltimore County Council approved the new Comprehensive Zoning Map for Baltimore County. In the Fifth District that I represent, acting on my recommendation, the Council downzoned 4,944 acres of property.   … Read more

Nawrocki Announces Amtrak Cleaning Bridge Graffiti

Delegate Ryan Nawrocki announced that he received a letter from Amtrak stating they will clean up graffiti on the Martin Boulevard train bridge. Here is Nawrocki’s offical statement: “One of my top priorities is trying to clean up longstanding issues in our communities. “Today, I’m happy to say that Amtrak has agreed to a request … Read more

Man Arrested in Connection to Middle River Double Homicide

Baltimore County Police announced their homicide unit has arrested and charged 36-year-old Bryan Cherry following in connection with the double homicide that occurred on July 7 around 9:50 a.m. Police responded to the unit block of Taos Circle in Middle River for a check location call. When officers arrived on the scene, they located two … Read more

Upgrades Scheduled for Martin Boulevard

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin improving pedestrian access on a section of MD 700 (Martin Boulevard) in Middle River on Thursday, August 15. The work is expected to be complete by early fall, weather permitting. Beginning at 9 a.m. Thursday, crews will begin the project along MD 700 (Martin Boulevard) … Read more

Flooding and Storm Damage Reported All Over Area

–photo courtesy of Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue- Tropical Storm Debby has caused damage and flooding in the area. Delegate Ryan Nawrocki shares photos from the Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue that showed flooding at the end of Wilson Point Road Carson’s Creekside Restaurant & Lounge is closed along with Seneca Park in … Read more

Marks to Perserve Open Space Around Orems Elementary School

Fifth District County Councilman David Marks sent out a statement that he wants to preserve about 47 acres of land as open space in the communities centered around Orems Elementary School “I am announcing today that I will support rezoning changes that will preserve about 47 acres of land as open space in the communities … Read more

New Middle River Recreation Activity Center to Open

–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- A ribbon-cutting for the new Middle River Recreation Activity Center will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 10:30 a.m. The new center will open alongside Glenmar Elementary School and provides gymnasium, multipurpose room, and four activity rooms. “It is an exciting development as we work to bring more … Read more

Marks Announces Zoning Recommendations Around Bird River

–Fifth District County Councilman David Marks sent out a statement that he supports reducing development around the southeastern side of the Bird River- I am announcing another rezoning recommendation.   I will be recommending Resource Conservation zoning for 18 acres along the southeastern side of the Bird River, and the removal of all development potential for … Read more

Middle River Man Arrested After Alleged Road Rage Case

Jason Catanzariti

Maryland State Police arrested a Middle River man last night after he allegedly brandished a firearm during a reported road rage incident in Baltimore County. The accused is identified as Jason Catanzariti, 53, of Middle River. After consultation with the Baltimore County State’s Attorney’s Office, Catanzariti was charged with felony assault, use of a gun … Read more

Middle River Double Homicide Reported on Taos Circle

Detectives with the Baltimore County Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a Middle River double homicide on Sunday July 7 at approximately 9:50 a.m. Officers responded to the unit block of Taos Circle for a check location call. When officers arrived on the scene, they located two adult female victims who sustained apparent trauma to … Read more

Greenleigh Members Needed for School Boundary Study

Greenleigh Community Boundary Study

Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking parent and staff volunteers to serve on a committee charged with studying boundary lines affecting the Greenleigh residential development currently under construction between White Marsh and Chase. The purpose of the Greenleigh boundary study is to realign school boundaries of the Greenleigh development to mitigate potential transportation issues; parent … Read more