The Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce announced this year’s finalists for their annual awards for Excellence in Education. “Being selected as a finalist is an accomplishment worthy of celebration! Congratulations to all of our nominated educators and support professionals,” said a statement from the Chesapeake Gateway Chamber. The awards ceremony and reception will take place … Read more
Members of the Baltimore County Police Department Crash Team continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding an Essex fatal crash that occurred on Saturday, May 20 at approximately 7:30 p.m. The crash happened along Route 702 and I-695. Investigators have determined the operator of a 2010 Kia Forte was traveling northbound on Route 702 when he … Read more
The following statement was released by County Councilman David Marks about the Bowleys Quarters sewer project that has caused traffic issues in the area. If you live or work in Bowleys Quarters, please be mindful of the second part of the sewer project that will occur from Tuesday to Thursday on westbound Carroll Island Road … Read more
Members of the local community joined the Baltimore County Police Department and the parents of Police Officer First Class Amy Sorrells Caprio to honor the fallen officer, who lost her life in the line of duty five years ago. Sen. Kathy Klausmeier, Del. Carl Jackson and students from Gunpowder Elementary also joined for an annual … Read more
Homicide detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department have arrested and charged two suspects in connection with the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Shalia Hendrix on May 5 in Essex. The homicide occurred in the area of Route 702 and Marlyn Avenue. While the incident was initially reported as a motor vehicle crash, when officers arrived … Read more
First Financial Federal Credit Union awarded $3,000 scholarships to each high school within their field of membership. Participating high schools included Baltimore, Carroll, Somerset and Worcester County Public Schools, as well as the private schools that we serve. Additional scholarships were made available to existing student members who attended schools outside of our field of … Read more
Members of the Baltimore County Police Department Crash Team continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash that occurred on Wednesday morning in Middle River. The crash happened along Pulaski Highway west of Middle River Road around 5:30 a.m. Investigators have determined the operator of a 2019 Mitsubishi Mirage was attempting to make a … Read more
-The following article was submitted by Delegates Ryan Nawrocki & Kathy Szeliga (District 7A) and Lauren Arikan (District 7B)- We are among seven prominent Republican legislators issuing a letter to Mayor Scott and Commissioner Harrison of Baltimore City in response to the recent lawsuit against Hyundai and Kia due to their vehicles’ alleged susceptibility to … Read more
-Photo courtesy of BCPS- Through the 10th Annual Kindness for Paws Art Show at White Marsh Mall (on the first floor by Macy’s Home Store), community members can purchase portraits of adopted animals created by local students and teachers, and the funds raised will benefit the Maryland SPCA. Kindness for Paws is one of the … Read more
The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company reported two incidents involving fireworks in the White Marsh area. First crews were handling a vehicle fire in the parking lot of Value City Furniture on Campbell Boulevard on Wednesday afternoon. That fire was reportedly caused by fireworks that were tossed into the vehicle around 3:39 p.m. At the … Read more
Councilman David Marks announced that the Maryland Department of the Environment will host an informational meeting on Wednesday, May 24 at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held at the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company and the topic is the proposed crematorium for the Evans Funeral Chapel for the site at 11543 Philadelphia Road in … Read more
-photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- The office of Councilman David Marks announced that two train crossings along the Route 40 corridor in White Marsh will shut down for a few days. “I learned today of news that CSX will be making repairs to two railroad crossings along the Pulaski Highway corridor, forcing the closure … Read more
The Board of Education of Baltimore County is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Myriam Yarbrough as its candidate for superintendent of Baltimore County Public Schools, contingent upon final contract negotiations for employment and approval by state superintendent Mohammed Choudhury as required by Maryland law. Dr. Yarbrough was selected following a nationwide search facilitated … Read more
-photo courtesy of Dundalk High School Twitter page- The public is invited to a community stakeholder meeting for an update on the design progress of the Dundalk High School addition project at the Dundalk High Auditorium at 1901 Delvale Ave. on Thursday. May 25 at 6 p.m. At the meeting, the project’s design team will present … Read more
Family Fest @ 43 will be held this Saturday, May 20 in Middle River from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day will provide fun & entertainment at the Greenleigh Business Center at 415 Willaims Court. There is free admission to the events and there will be over 50 exhibitors. Kids zone including Ms. Dee … Read more
The Baltimore County Police Department reported a fatal crash in Carney on Sunday, May 14 around 12:35 p.m. Officers responded to the area of E. Joppa Road and Emla Avenue for a motor vehicle collision. Investigators with the Baltimore County Police Crash Team determined a 2008 Suzuki SX 4 was making a left to travel … Read more
Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department Violent Crimes Unit are investigating a shooting that occurred on Saturday morning in the area of Holgate and Hadwick Drives in Essex. When officers responded to the area, they located a male victim suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot wound. Medics transported the victim to an … Read more
Oluwole “Emmanuel” Omolafe of Chesapeake High School was one of nine students in the state of Maryland to win a MPSSAA Minds in Motion Scholarship-Athlete Scholarship. Omolate will receive a $1,000 scholarship. The Chesapeake High senior was a star wrestler for the school but is considered a better student. “I nominated Emmanuel. He is a … Read more
Emergency personnel responded to the Unit block of Sollers Point Road in Dundalk for a child in cardiac arrest on Friday, May 5 around 6 p.m. Medics transported the 4-year-old to an area hospital, where the child was pronounced deceased. Due to the age of the deceased and the circumstances surrounding the incident, this matter … Read more
–photo courtesy of MDOT- The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company reported its crews along with the Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company were on the scene of a multi-vehicle crash with fire in I-95 south between Joppa Road and Cowenton Avenue. The accident was reported on Thursday, May 11 at 3:35 p.m.
Baltimore County Police reported a police presence in the 8900 block of Harford Road and Manns Avenue in Parkville. The Baltimore County Police Hazardous Device Team responded to the location after a resident discovered potentially hazardous material inside a home on Thursday, May 11 around 1:12 p.m. Baltimore County Police reported the area cleared without … Read more