–photo courtesy of Delegate Kathy Szeliga- Local elected officials honored Officer Jason Goorevitz. He is retiring from the Baltimore County Police Department after 28 years. “Officer Goorevitz has been a constant presence in our community, approachable, dependable, and committed to building real relationships with residents,” said District 7A Delegate Kathy Szeliga. “After nearly three decades … Read more
–photo courtesy of Parkville High Athetic Booster Club- The Parkville High Athetic Booster Club announced long time boys lacrosse coach John Cooper has received Gerald J. Carroll Exemplary Coaching Award. The booster club released the following statement: “Coach John Cooper has been named the recipient of the Gerald J. Carroll Exemplary Coaching Award by USA … Read more
Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Violent Crimes Unit announced a suspect has been arrested in the shooting that occurred in Parkville on Friday morning. Officers initially responded to the area of Perring Parkway & Putty Hill Avenue around 6:20 a.m. for a shooting. Police located a 28-year-old male victim who had sustained a non-life-threatening … Read more
Parkville Middle student Tamara Han was named one of two winners of BCPS People’s Choice Film Expo Poster Contest. BCPS released the following article. Tamara Han, a Parkville Middle School student and Ryan Chen, a Western School of Technology student, have been named the winners of the 2026 BCPS People’s Choice Film Expo Poster Contest. … Read more
Sergeant George Bandurchin III was announced as one of the 2025 National Life Group Do Good Heroes Grand Prize Winners. Sgt. Bandurchin works for the Baltimore County Police Department and nominated by Ryan Behnken of Worthington Financial Partners and Avery Cooper Financial for the unwavering commitment he brings to his work. “Sgt. Bandurchin’s commitment to … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported a Parkville house fire on Monday afternoon. The fire took place in the 8700 block of Roper Road around 1:30 p.m. on Feb. 9. Crews arrived to the single-story home with fire showing. One person was found and was evaluated by EMS. The fire was placed control at 1:48 p.m. … Read more
Harford Park Community Association will hold its next general meeting on Thursday, Feb.5 at 7 p.m. Due to last weekend’s storm and ongoing snow removal issues in Harford Park, the meeting is an entirely virtual meeting. The agenda includes a crime report from Baltimore County Police, an opportunity for the candidates for Baltimore County Executive … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Department of Public Works- A 12-inch water main break was reported in Parkville on Friday by Baltimore County Department of Public Works According to Baltimore County, Baltimore City Department of Public Works was notified, and a crew has responded to the scene in the 8400 block of Old Harford Road. … Read more
Baltimore County Police announced Officer J. Giblin has been selected as December Officer of the Month for the Parkville Precinct 8. Supervisors said Giblin received the honor for his proactive enforcement and dedication to serving the residents of Baltimore County.
The Office of Attorney General submitted the following release that a Parkville man was sentenced for insurance fraud and obstruction of justice Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that a Baltimore County judge sentenced Michael C. Okolo, 68, of Parkville, to six months incarceration for two counts of insurance fraud and one count of obstruction … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported a 4-year-old child succumbed to injuries suffered last night in a Parkville dwelling fire. The victim has been identified as 4-year-old Wyatt Martin. Crews found smoke coming from the first floor of the townhome in the 100 block of Comet Court around 10:46 p.m. Firefighters were notified of two occupants … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- Baltimore County Fire Department reported a fire in an end-of-group townhome in Parkville in the 100 block of Comet Court. The fire was reported on the fire department’s social media page on Wednesday around 1:20 a.m. According to BCFD, an one adult male and a child were rescued. … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported a 76-year-old woman died after a Parkville fire on Sunday. The victim was identified as Julia Ann Anderson of the 1700 block of Weston Avenue of Parkville. Fire crews were called to Weston Avenue and found fire in the basement of the dwelling around 7:19 a.m. A resident advised crews … Read more
–photo courtesy Providence Volunteer Fire Company of Towson- An update was provided about the adults injured in the Parkville fire in the 1700 block of Weston Avenue. According to the Baltimore County Fire Department, a woman in the fire was listed in critical condition on Sunday. An adult male is expected to recover from his … Read more
The Baltimore County Police Department is investigating a Parkville shooting that occurred on Saturday night According to police, officers arrived at the McDonald’s located in the 7300 block of McClean Boulevard and found a juvenile victim suffering from gunshot wounds to the lower extremities around 7:30 p.m. The victim was transported to an area hospital anf was … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported two people have sustained life threatening injuries from a Sunday morning house fire in Parkville. Firefighters arrived to the 1700 block of Weston Avenue to find a fire in the basement. One person escaped and another person was rescued by firefighters. The fire was reported around 7:20 a.m.
Baltimore County Police have arrested a suspect in the fatal stabbing that occurred in Parkville Monday morning. According to police, officers initially responded to the 1700 block of Edgewood Road around 4 a.m. for a check location call. Police said the suspect and victim were found at the scene. The victim was 22-year-old Ebrima Loppy … Read more
Maryland State Police reported a fatal three-vehicle crash that killed a resident from Parkville in Woodlawn last night. According to police, a three-vehicle crash was reported in the area of outer loop I-695 near Security Boulevard in Woodlawn around 11:51 p.m. on Dec. 18. “A Toyota Camry was in the left lane with its hazard … Read more
The Office of the Maryland Attorney General announced a Parkville mother and daughter were sentenced in a $3.6 Million Medicaid Fraud Scheme. Here is the full release. Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced the sentencing of Tasha S. Saunders, 46, and her daughter Tamyra Jordan, 26, both of Parkville, for their roles in a … Read more
The Office of the Maryland Attorney General announced that Parkville resident Michael C. Okolo, 68, was found guilty by a jury of two counts of insurance fraud and one count of obstruction of justice Here is the full release. Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that a Baltimore County jury has found Michael C. Okolo, … Read more
A District 8 Town Hall will be held on Monday Nov. 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Arnolia United Methodist Church, located at 1776 E. Joppa Road in Parkville. The community town hall will discuss key issues like public safety, housing, Just Communities, and more. Learn about their priorities for the upcoming legislative session, … Read more