–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Professional Firefighters Association/bystander– A residential structure fire was reported in the unit block of Silver Avenue in Essex on Sunday, Dec. 21. According to the Baltimore County Professional Firefighters Association, people were trapped inside the house during the fire. Crews arrived around 3:30 p.m. and reported fire showing from multiple … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported two people were found shot in Dundalk on Saturday night in the 1900 block of Church Road. According to police, officers arrived last night around 9:55 p.m. and found a victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the midsection. That victim was transported to a local hospital in serious condition. Police … Read more
The Maryland State Police Crash Team reported an Essex man was killed Saturday morning in a Beltway accident in Parkville. The victim was identified as James Beckham, 31, of Essex. Beckham was transported to an area hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. According to the report, officers responded to a multiple vehicle crash on … Read more
–photo courtesy of Connelly Funeral Home of Essex- Retired Dundalk police officer and baseball coach Shawn “Spike” McElfish has passed away at the age of 54. The Baltimore County Fraternity Order of Police released a statement. “We mourn the passing of Shawn “Spike” McElfish, who retired in 2024 after 31 years of dedicated service. Spike … Read more
Maryland State Police reported a fatal three-vehicle crash that killed a resident from Parkville in Woodlawn last night. According to police, a three-vehicle crash was reported in the area of outer loop I-695 near Security Boulevard in Woodlawn around 11:51 p.m. on Dec. 18. “A Toyota Camry was in the left lane with its hazard … Read more
As we inch closer to 2026, next year’s Maryland Gubernatorial primary is almost six months away The biggest change is on the county level as the Baltimore County Council voted to expand from seven to nine districts. On the Eastside, District 6 makes up Towson, Parkville and Overlea. District 7 is now the home of … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Robin Grammer about the lack of free speech at Maryland colleges. The United States of America was founded upon an unwavering commitment to individual liberty and to the principle of free expression. The first amendment that our Founding Fathers made to the Constitution protected the right … Read more
Baltimore County Police continue to investigate the circumstances about a deceased male found in Parkville in the 7700 block of Harford Road. The deceased male was found on Wednesday, Dec. 17 and has been identified as 44-year-old William Bobo. Police said this case does not appear to involve any foul play. Results of an autopsy … Read more
David Arowolo, a Grade 11 student at Eastern Technical High School, has been selected as a United States Senate Page by U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks. Only 30 Senate Pages nationally are selected for each session. As a Senate Page, Arowolo will live and work in Washington, D.C., and attend The United States Senate Page School … Read more
The following article was submitted by Seventh District Senator J.B. Jennings recapping Tuesday’s Special Session Yesterday, the Maryland General Assembly (MGA) convened for a rare Special Session with two objectives: electing a new Speaker for the House of Delegates and voting on potential overrides of vetoes from the previous legislative session. Former Speaker of … Read more
State Sen. J.B. Jennings announced MDE will not be issuing the increased discharge permit for the Days Cove Rubble Landfill “At today’s Board of Public Works (BPW) meeting, the State will consider the Days Cove Rubble Landfill lease and the proposed increase to the discharge permit. “Over the past two days, I have spoken directly … Read more
Dundalk resident JD Urbach has filed to run for the new Baltimore County Councilmanic District 9. The Baltimore County Council voted to expand its districts from seven to nine for the 2026 Election. District 9 makes up the Dundalk, Rosedale and Edgemere portion of the old District 7. Urbach is a professional project manager who … Read more
The following article was submitted by Baltimore County Councilman David Marks about Baltimore County honoring Perry Hall Girls Soccer’s state championship. On Monday, Dec. 15, the Baltimore County Council honored Perry Hall High School’s Varsity Girls Soccer Team for its state championship win. The team won the Baltimore County Title, the Regional Title, and … Read more
The Essex Community Development Corporation [CDC] invites commercial property owners, business owners, community leaders, and nonprofit leaders with an interest in Essex for their final Coffee & Conversation of the year on Thursday, Dec. 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. This FREE networking event will be held at Woody’s Pub Grill, 11 Margaret Ave in … Read more
Councilman David Marks provided the latest news on the Days Cove Rubble Landfill in White Marsh and the action he needs from the community. We have learned that the Board of Public Works—which includes the Governor, Comptroller, and Treasurer—is poised to approve a new lease for the Days Cove Rubble Landfill. But there is a … Read more
–photo courtesy of Ruck Funeral Homes- Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church in Dundalk announced the passing of Fr. Greg Rapisarda at 78. He retired from the Dundalk church a few years ago and went on to serve a Chaplain at Johns Hopkins Bayview. Rapisarda took an unique journey to becoming a priest. He was … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Robin Grammer about high taxes forcing Maryland residents out of the state. I received a call from a Dundalk resident who feared the implications of his property tax bill. He is retired and on a fixed income that forces him to choose which bills to pay … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools announced it was opening two hours late tomorrow. Here is their statement: “Due to inclement weather, Baltimore County Public Schools will open two (2) hours late Monday, December 15, 2025. There will be no AM PreKindergarten. Offices will open on time as scheduled,” said a statement from BCPS. “We will provide … Read more
National Weather Service Baltimore Washington reports a winter weather advisory is in effect until 7 a.m. Sunday. Snow is expected and total snow accumulations is between 1 and 3 inches. Localized totals of 4 to 5 inches are possible, especially across northern Frederick, Carroll, Baltimore, Harford, and Carroll counties. Precipitation may briefly start as rain … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported a man was arrested in connection to a theft investigation in the Dundalk area. Police were able to review residential surveillance footage to assist with locating and identifying the suspect. The suspect was identified as 29-year-old Michael Williams. According to police, the suspect has been directly linked to 25 thefts from … Read more
–photos courtesy of North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department- An overturned food truck was reported in Fort Howard on Friday night. According to the North Point – Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department, the overturned vehicle caused “hours worth of delays on a busy Friday evening” as crews reported it was time consuming to remove the vehicle … Read more