Flooded Road Reported Near Silver Spring Road/Honeygo Blvd

–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- The office of Councilman David Marks reported a flooded road in Perry Hall. “Avoid the Silver Spring Road/Honeygo Boulevard area if possible due to a water main break and flooding ” said a statement from Councilman David Marks. “We have alerted the city, the Baltimore City Department of Public … Read more

New Traffic Pattern on I-695 Outer Loop in Sparrows Point

Starting this week, weather permitting, the entrance ramp from Bethlehem Boulevard to the I-695 Outer Loop will be closed. I-695 Outer Loop through traffic must exit onto MD 158/Bethlehem Boulevard and return to the Outer Loop at the North Point Boulevard on-ramp. A portion of the southeast I-695 Outer Loop remains closed beginning at Exit … Read more

Wise Avenue VFC Vehicle Involved in Crash

Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company reported a motor vehicle accident occurred that involved an apparatus from their station last night around 7:15 p.m. Here is the statement from Wise Avenue VFC. “Engine 272 was enroute to a reported structure fire with emergency lights, sirens, and air horns activated when the driver was forced to take … Read more

Treacherous Travel Conditions Expected on Tuesday Morning

US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington is predicting a rough commute tomorrow morning. “Winter Weather Advisories in effect for the areas in purple for freezing rain on Tuesday morning. Light freezing rain accumulations are expected with temps in the 20s, which will lead to treacherous travel conditions during the Tuesday morning commute,” said a statement from … Read more

Water Leak Reported in Nottingham Area

A water leak has been reported in the Nottingham area of Perry Hall Boulevard and Silver Spring Road over the weekend. With freezing temperatures, motorists have complained the water leaked has turned into ice. Councilman David Marks said the situation has been reported to Baltimore City and they shared these response: “[T]he repair has been … Read more

I-95 Express Lanes to Open Wednesday Beyond White Marsh Exit

The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) announced that the I-95 Express Lanes will open beyond the White Marsh exit. Here is the official MDTA release The Maryland Transportation Authority today announced the newly extended northbound Express Toll Lanes (ETL) along I-95 are expected to open Wednesday, Dec. 18. The northbound extension spans from White Marsh Boulevard … Read more

White Marsh VFC Reports Nine Accidents Since Wednesday

Wednesday’s poor weather conditions made travel tough for area motorists and the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company released a report on all the different accidents in the area over the past day. “Since the start of yesterday, our engines or medics have responded to nine vehicle crashes in the White Marsh and nearby areas,” said … Read more

Tractor Trailer Crash Shuts Down I-95 By Harford County Line

-photo courtesy of Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company- I-95 southbound was closed at the Baltimore/Harford  County line on Wednesday as the Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company reported an accident with injuries involving a tractor trailer and multiple other vehicles. Two right lanes are eventually reopened around 5:30 p.m. Hazmat crews were on the scene as … Read more

Councilman Marks Secures Funding to Improve Safety on Cottington Road

–The following article was submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks– Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that improvements will be made to the southern part of Cottington Road near Silver Spring Road to improve safety along this busy corridor. Councilman Marks asked the Department of Public Works and Transportation to review this area … Read more

Police Investigating I-95 South Crash Before Tunnel

–photo courtesy MDTA- The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred early today on I-95 in Baltimore City. MDTA Police Officers assigned to the Central Command Detachment responded to the southbound lanes of I-95 prior to the entrance to the Fort McHenry Tunnel on Thursday around 6 a.m.  Responding officers … Read more

Officer Amy Caprio to be Honored at Honeygo Regional Park

Baltimore County Police announced its Police Chief Robert O. McCullough will be joining County Executive Johnny Olszewski, Maryland State Senator Kathy Klausmeier, and Baltimore County Councilman David Marks as Baltimore County unveils a newly erected sign in honor of Baltimore County Police Officer Amy Caprio  who was killed in the line of duty on May … Read more

Marks Secures Approval for Bucks Schoolhouse Report Traffic Signal

Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that he has secured funding for the Bucks Schoolhouse Road traffic signal at Perry Hall Boulevard. Working with the County Executive’s office, the signal has been included in the list of upcoming projects, and contracting is moving forward. The intersection now meets all federal standards for installation of … Read more

New Traffic Pattern to Start on I-695 at Sparrows Point

Beginning November 7, weather permitting, a portion of the southeast I-695 Outer Loop will be closed beginning at Exit 43. I-695 Outer Loop through traffic must exit onto MD 158/Bethlehem Boulevard and return to the Outer Loop at the Bethlehem Boulevard on-ramp. Access to I-695 Outer Loop from Broening Highway remains open via existing turnaround; … Read more

Concrete Traffic Barriers Upgrades Scheduled Slong US 40

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will upgrade concrete traffic barriers along US 40 (Pulaski Highway) between Middle River Road and Ebenezer Road in eastern Baltimore County beginning Monday, Nov 4. The $1.5 million traffic safety enhancement project will be complete by early summer 2025, weather permitting. Beginning at 9 a.m. Monday, contractor … Read more

Military Vehicles Involved in I-95 Crash

–photo courtesy of White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company- A crash with entrapment involving several military vehicles traveling in a convoy was reported on I-95 south on the ramp to I-695. The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company reported the incident around 5 p.m on Monday and heavy rescue assignment was requested, bringing three rescue squads to … Read more