Nawrocki & Szeliga attend Rocket Lab Space ribbon cutting

The delegates were honored to attend the announcement and ribbon cutting for the new Space Structures Complex in Middle River, located in District 7A on Friday. The event included many local and state representatives, including U.S. Senator Ben Cardin, Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger, and County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr., Senator JB Jennings, and Baltimore County Councilman … Read more

Middle River Parade of Lighted Boats Returns Nov. 25

The 23rd annual Middle River Parade of Lighted Boats takes place Saturday, Nov. 25 starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Middle River waterways. Here is the schedule. All times are estimated and are subject to change. The parade starts at Stansbury Yacht Bassin at approximately at 5:30 p.m. Carson’s Creekside, Dark Head Cove/ Hawthrone around … 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

Nawrocki, Szeliga and Marks Working to Improve Eastern Blvd.

-The following article was submitted by District 7A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki, Kathy Szeliga and 5th District Councilman- Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga have been working together with Councilman David Marks to improve the safety of a dangerous stretch of Eastern Boulevard between MD 43 and Carroll Island Road in Middle River. They are happy … Read more

Councilman Marks “Middle River Commercial Revitalization”

–The following article was written by Fifth District County Councilman David Marks about creating the Middle River commercial revitalization district.- At the County Council meeting on September 18th, I introduced legislation that will create the Middle River commercial revitalization district. The district will stretch from the Carroll Island Shopping Center in the east to Lockheed … Read more

Heritage Society to Host Speaker Series

The Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River will host their latest Speaker Series this Thursday, Sept. 14. They announced they are hosting local author Howard Smith who will discuss his book “Up the Line,” the History of the Philadelphia, Wilmington, Baltimore Railroad which was the major transportation in the area in the 1840s. The … Read more

Chamber Holding School Supply Drive

Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce is holding a school supply drive until Friday, Sept. 8. Items needed include backpacks, binders, dividers, pens, pencils, erasers, crayons, colored pencils, scissors, rulers, glue sticks, highlighters, markers, glue, composition books and paper. “We want to share our gratitude to those who have donated school supplies already and those businesses … Read more

Baltimore County Announces Community Heroes Award Winners

Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced the awardees of Baltimore County’s inaugural Community Heroes Awards, recognizing seven individuals from across the County who have made significant and meaningful contributions to their communities. “At the center of Baltimore County’s network of strong, vibrant communities are dedicated individuals who commit their free time to advocating for their … Read more

Indoor Pickleball Venue to Open in Middle River

Seeking to capitalize on the continued demand for indoor pickleball courts, a group of investors including Gil Schuerholz, co-owner of Forty West Tennis Club in Catonsville, a former tennis professional and a member of the Towson University Athletic Hall of Fame, is bringing a new 10-court indoor pickleball venue to Baltimore County. The ownership team, … Read more

Kids Fishing Day Has Another Sucessful Year in Middle River

–photo courtesy of the Essex-Middle River Fishing Club- The Essex-Middle River Fishing Club held its annual kids day fishing tournament on Saturday at Wilson Point Park. Kids were provided with a free fishing rod, accessories and bait. Everyone was provided with lunch and drinks after the event. Kids were given prizes for the biggest and … Read more

Middle River Shooting Reported on Saturday Night

Officers responded to the 500 block of Middle River Road in Middle River, for a reported shooting on Saturday, July 29 around 9:30 p.m. When officers arrived on scene, they located a male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to an area hospital. As detectives continue to investigate this incident, they … Read more

Fire Reported on Greenleigh Ave in Middle River

–photo courtesy of Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine– The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company  reported crews were investigating smoke coming from an apartment on Greenleigh Avenue in Middle River. The fire was reported on Wednesday at 2:25 p.m. Firefighters on scene confirmed smoke on several floors and determine the source was a dryer … Read more

Essex Museum to Start Time Capsule

The Essex Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River, Inc. announced they are creating a time capsule and are looking for ideas and items. The time capsule is sponsored by CLIFF’S HI-TECH AUTO BODY SHOP INC. and Cliff’s Direct Effect and will be open in 2073. Here is a statement from the museum “What would … Read more

Middle River Concert Band to Perform

The Middle River Concert Band will hold a summer concert on Monday, July 17 at 7 p.m. The event is free and will be held at Bowleys Quarters Improvement Association, 1124 Bowleys Quarters Road. The event is rain or shine. Concert will be held inside if there is rain Bring your own drinks, snacks, blankets, … Read more

Vehicle Crash With Rollover Reported in Bowleys Quarters

–photo courtesy of Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire and Rescue- According to Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire and Rescue, a motor vehicle crash was reported with rescue at Bowleys Quarters and Wye roads. Crews arrived with the vehicle on its side after the vehicle reportedly hit a pole. The crash was reported on Monday at 8:11 p.m. … Read more