Fallen Tree Reported on Belair Road in Perry Hall

–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks– Update- The tree was removed. The Office of Councilman David Marks reported a fallen tree along northbound Belair Road near Miller Road in Northern Perry Hall. The Maryland State Highway Administration and police have been notified about the Route 1 incident by the Councilman’s office.

Repaving Project Set for North Point Blvd. in Sparrows Point

The Maryland State Highway Administration announced it will begin a $958,000 pavement resurfacing project on approximately one-mile of  MD 151 (Sparrows Point Road/North Point Boulevard) from the Wharf Road (MD 151B) interchange to MD 158 (Bethlehem Boulevard) in Sparrows Point, beginning on Thursday May 1. The project is expected to be completed in late July, … Read more

LT. Governor Kicks Off Work Zone Awareness Week in Sparrows Point

The following article and photo was submitted by the Maryland State Highway Administration about work zone awareness week. Lt. Governor Aruna Miller was in Sparrows Point to kick off the campaign. At a press event on a closed segment of I-695 (Baltimore Beltway) near MD 151 and North Point Boulevard in Sparrows Point, Lieutenant Governor … Read more

Councilman Marks Gives Updates About Traffic Improvements in His District

The following article was released by Councilman David Marks about traffic improvements in the Nottingham, Middle River and Perry Hall Areas. After many years of advocacy by our office and community leaders, the traffic light at Bucks Schoolhouse Road and Perry Hall Boulevard is nearing installation!  Lines were recently marked by Miss Utility and it … Read more

Paving Project Scheduled for Pulaski Highway in White Marsh

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will start several paving projects on state highways within Baltimore County beginning this week. All projects are weather permitting and some projects may have to be rescheduled due to inclement weather.   One of the projects is scheduled for the White Marsh area. The project will include asphalt … Read more

Median Added to Campbell Boulevard in Middle River

–photo courtesy of Baltimore County- Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation reported a median was constructed along Campbell Boulevard in Middle River on Friday. This traffic calming initiative was constructed to reduce the likelihood of speeding near the Preserve at Windlass Run.  For more about the County’s Traffic Calming Program, visit their website.

Road Work Set for Pulaski Highway in White Marsh Next Week

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration announced the patching sections of asphalt pavement along two miles of US 40 (Pulaski Highway) between Days Cove Road and the Harford County line at Little Gunpowder Falls in White Marsh will begin on Monday, March 10. The project is expected to be completed in early April, … Read more

Expect Delays Around Gerst Road in Perry Hall This Week

Perry Hall Improvement Association reports the utility contractor working on Gerst Farm will be undertaking construction on Gerst Road to make a water main connection with the existing main to the new development at the intersection of Gerst Road and Founders Lane  on Monday, Feb. 24 Tuesday, Feb. 25. The contractor will be performing maintenance … Read more

Water Main Break Reported on Silver Spring near Honeygo

-photo courtesy of Casa Mias White Marsh- Update- The water main has been repaired A huge water main break has reported in the area of Honeygo Boulevard, Beaconsfield Road, and Silver Spring Road.  The incident was reported Saturday morning. Councilman David Marks provided an update from Baltimore City Department of Public Works  – “I have … Read more

Lane Closures to Begin on I-695 Inner Loop in Parkville

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will install new work zone traffic signs on eastbound I-695 (Baltimore Beltway Inner Loop) between MD 41 (Perring Parkway) and MD 147 (Harford Road) in Parkville, beginning 9 a.m. Monday Feb. 17.  Work is expected to be complete by 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, weather permitting. During … Read more

Marks Nominates Tonya Henderson to Veterans Commission

Tonya Henderson

Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced the appointment of Tonya Henderson of Perry Hall to the Baltimore County Commission on Veterans Affairs. Ms. Henderson is First Junior Vice President for the Paul L. Thompson Disabled American Veterans Chapter 1. She is also the Chapter Service Officer. She is completing her doctorate in management and also … Read more

Vehicle Crashes into a House in Perry Hall

-photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- A vehicle has crashed into a house in Perry Hall. Baltimore County Fire Department reported the incident in the 5000 block Cameo Terrace on Monday around 7:15 p.m. This accident happened around Honeygo Village near Honeygo Boulevard and Cowenton Avenue. There was a possible deck collapse and a … Read more

Councilman Marks: Re-engineering Needed for Silver Spring Rd

–The following article was submitted by Fifth District Councilman David Marks on how crash statistics prove need for re-engineering Silver Spring Road – Baltimore County Councilman David Marks released new statistics from the Baltimore County Police Department that show the need to reduce crashes and re-engineer Silver Spring Road. Councilman Marks requested the data after … Read more

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