Teachers Named Excellence in Education by Chamber

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

Man Dies in 702 Crash in Essex

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

Marks Addresses Bowleys Quarters Project

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

First Financial Awards Scholarships to Local Students

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

Man Dies in Middle River Crash

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

District 7 Delegates: “Baltimore City Auto Thefts at All-Time High”

-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

Fireworks Set Off in Restaurant and Cause Vehicle Fire

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

MDE to Hold Meeting for Proposed Crematorium Site in White Marsh

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

BCPS Selects Dr. Myriam Yarbrough as New Superintendent

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

Meeting to Discuss Design Progress of Dundalk High Addition

-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

Chesapeake High School Student Wins MPSSAA Scholarship

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

Police Report Death of 4 Year Old in Dundalk

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

Multi-Vehicle Crash with Fire Reported on I-95 South

–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.

Police Report No Incident After Call in Parkville

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