Local Democratic leaders condemned a social media post that attacked District 9 County Council Democratic candidate Arkia Wade. “DO NOT VOTE FOR Arkia Wade. She is Muslim. We don’t need Muslims taking over our district. VOTE RED! SHARE WITH EVERYONE. Don’t let her fool you, “ said a post from a local resident. 8th District … Read more
The Greater North Point Association Community Forum and a Meet The Candidates session has been rescheduled for Wednesday Oct. 14 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Baltimore County Public Library-Essex Branch, 1110 Eastern Blvd. This is a forum of candidates for District 6 State Senate, Baltimore County Register of Wills, Clerk of the Court and … Read more
On Tuesday, I had the privilege of joining leaders at Tradepoint Atlantic for a major announcement: defense technology leader Anduril industries is coming to our community. Here in Sparrows Point, they will manufacture autonomous surface vessels and underwater defense technology- bringing a critical industry leader and new opportunity to our region. For over a century, … Read more
A campaign rally and door knock is being held for Baltimore County Council candidates, Sharonda Huffman and Arkia Wade, in east Baltimore County. The event is scheduled on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10:30 to noon at the Rosedale Recreation Activity Center, 5103 Hazelwood Avenue in Rosedale.
The Greater North Point Association Community Forum and a Meet The Candidates session has been rescheduled for Wednesday Oct. 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Baltimore County Public Library-Rosedale Branch, 6105 Kenwood Avenue. The event had to be rescheduled. This is a forum of Baltimore County Council candidates in District 9 (Dundalk – North … Read more
The General Election is just over a month away as we enter October but the lack of local candidates forums is concerning. It was great that Harford Park Community Association held a candidate forum for District 8 state Senate and House of Delegates, but not many more are scheduled. The Greater North Point Association held … Read more
The Harford Park Community Association in Parkville held a candidate forum for the District 8 candidates for House of Delegates (Democratic Delegates Nick Allen, Harry Bhandari & Kim Ross and their Republican opponents Glen Geelhaar and Steve Riemer) and the Maryland State Senate (Democratic Senator Carl Jackson and his Republican opponent Yahu Blackwell) The rules … Read more
The following article was submitted by County Councilman David Marks as he supports all Charter Amendments that he said will preserve green space and reform government. In the general election, voters will be asked to adopt five changes to Baltimore County’s charter, which can be thought of as the constitution for our local government. I … Read more
The following article was submitted by District 8 Senate candidate Yahu Blackwell and edited by eastcountytimes.com District 8 nominees Yahu Blackwell for State Senate and Glen Geelhaar for the House of Delegates announced a “commitment to workforce development and vocational education.” The Republican duo said they want to encourage individuals through vocational training and called … Read more
A husband and wife are trying to get elected in Eastern Baltimore County for two different offices Dr. Artus Huffman is a Democrat running for the House of Delegates in District 6 (Dundalk, Edgemere, Essex and portions of Rosedale and Middle River). Sharonda Dillard-Huffman is running as a Democrat for Council 8 (Essex and Middle … Read more
The following article was submitted by the Office of Councilman David Marks Baltimore County Councilman David Marks applauded the County Council’s passage of several pieces of legislation he sponsored or cosponsored: • Legislation that extends the data center moratorium in Baltimore County to December 2027; • A bill that makes it easier for Baltimore County … Read more
The Harford Park Community Association will present a candidate forum for voters in the upcoming election. The program will be held on Thursday, Sept. 24 at the Harford Park Community Building located at 2522 Linwood Road, from 7 to 9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) and will also be streamed live on Zoom. The … Read more
The following article has been submitted by 6th District Delegate Bob Long Thank you to everyone who attended my town hall on Sept. 10. We had a great discussion regarding the Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant (BRWWTP) and the steps I am taking to demand accountability for the ongoing conditions at the facility. I have … Read more
Election season is slowly starting to get into full swing as we are only 50 days away from the General Election. In the District 8 House of Delegates races, Republican candidate Brian Campbell posted a sample ballot of who to vote for in the District 8 race. Voters can choose up to three candidates and … Read more
The Baltimore County Council passed legislation that regulates and restricts smoke shops. Under the legislation, a smoke shop must be at least 1,000 feet away from daycare centers, health clinics and schools, and cannot be opened within that distance from an existing smoke shop. The bill regulates the appearance of smoke shops to remove the … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks will introduce a resolution at Tuesday’s legislative meeting that requires the Department of Public Works and Transportation to develop recommendations for rural road safety. The resolution directs the Department to hold a public hearing, review and evaluate best practices from other jurisdictions, and recommend strategies to the Baltimore County Council … Read more
District 7A Delegate Ryan Nawrocki released the following statement following the Supreme Court of Maryland’s decision in Howell v. Maryland State Board of Elections to allow Question 3 to appear on the ballot with rewritten language: Today’s decision by the Supreme Court of Maryland is deeply disappointing. Rather than removing a ballot question the General Assembly … Read more
For decades, residents of Eastern Baltimore County have long dealt with the consequences of ongoing mismanagement at the Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant- including pollution, persistent odors, environmental concerns, and impacts on our quality of life and property values. This cannot continue. Members of the press and the public are invited to attend a community … Read more
The following article has been submitted by the campaign of Baltimore County Councilman David Marks. Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has been endorsed by the Teachers Association of Baltimore County. “You have been recommended by the Teachers Association of Baltimore County for the 2026 election cycle!” wrote TABCo President Kelly Olds. “We appreciate you participating … Read more
District 7A Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki released a statement today applauding the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County’s decision granting summary judgment in Howell v.a Maryland State Board of Elections and striking down the effort to place HB2100 before Maryland voters. “This decision is a massive victory for fair and free representation,” said … Read more
-The following article and photo has been submitted by District 8 State Senate candidate Yahu Blackwell- As the political landscape in Baltimore County evolves, a significant shift is taking place in Legislative District 8. At the forefront of this transformation are State Senate Nominee Yahu Blackwell and his running mate, State Delegate Nominee Glen Geelhaar. … Read more