Overlea celebrates it Regional Title Win – photo courtesy of BCPS Athletics Twitter page- Parkville and Overlea Boys Basketball teams are in the state quarterfinals after regional final wins. Overlea edged Carver Vo-Tech 75 to 73. Overlea got to the 2A regional finals by defeating Eastern Tech in the second round. Eastern Tech beat Chesapeake … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) announced they plan to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students in the 2023-24 school year. BCPS provided free lunch after students returned to school after the pandemic in the 2020-21 and 2021-22 school years. “Students in 87 BCPS schools currently receive free meals as part of the federal … Read more
-photo courtesy of BCPS Athletics– The Eastern Tech Girls Basketball team is going to the 2A State Quarterfinals. The Mavericks advanced after a 63 to 22 win over their Essex rivals Chesapeake on Wednesday in the 2A North Regional Finals. Tech started the playoffs with a first-round bye and a 47-11 win over Dunbar in … Read more
-photo courtesy of Rossville Elementary Twitter page- Rossville Elementary School made the sad announcement that one of its teachers, Rahmel Summerlin, has died. “It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our 3rd grade teacher, Mr. Summerlin. Our family circle is broken so please keep us in your thoughts … Read more
–photo courtesy of Rosedale Volunteer Fire Department- Baltimore County Fire Crews responded to a tow truck fire near Pulaski Highway in Rosedale Last weekend. According to the Rosedale Volunteer Fire Company, the fire took place Saturday, Feb. 25 at 9 p.m. Crews rapidly extinguished the fire utilizing two handlines.
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- Baltimore County Fire Department reported that crews were dispatched on Halstead Road on Tuesday, Feb. 28. Firefighters were met with heavy fire from terrace window. Crews rescued multiple residents from balconies. One person transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The fire was under control at 10:33 p.m.
– by Delegates Ryan Nawrocki & Kathy Szeliga (District 7A) and Lauren Arikan (District 7B)- Recently, a bill was introduced to put speed cameras all over Baltimore County! Currently in Baltimore County, expansion of speed cameras beyond school zones requires approval from legislators in Annapolis. This proposal will allow speed cameras on any road with … Read more
A 91-year-old woman died from injuries sustained during a fire at her Middle River home on Thursday, February 23. Baltimore County Police investigators identified the victim as Mary A. Cardarelli. Fire investigators ruled the fire accidental due to improperly handled smoking materials. Fire crews responded to the hundred block of Slipstream Court in Middle River … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- One of the victims has been identified. She is Beth Susan Gibson, 66, of the 8500 block of Kavanagh Road, 21222. The second victim has not yet been identified. A third person who escaped by jumping from a window was transported to a hospital with non life-threatening injuries. … Read more
The Baltimore County Police Department Crash Team is investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash that occurred in the 11900 block of Philadelphia Road in Kingsville on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at approximately 10:20 p.m. Investigators determined the crash happened when a 2019 Nissan Altima was traveling southbound at a high rate of speed on Philadelphia … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Volunteer Firefighters Association-is Baltimore County Fire Department reported a fatal fire in Dundalk. The fire was reported on Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 6:22 a.m. at a rowhome in the 8500 block Kavanagh Road. It was reported by the county that two victims died in the fire. Crews arrived to find … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools will host a job fair Wednesday, March 8, 2023, from 3:30 – 7 p.m. at Timonium Fairgrounds 2200 York Rd. in Timonium. BCPS is seeking teachers and other qualified professionals to join its team for a wide range of positions. BCPS is the nation’s 22nd largest school system and offers competitive … Read more
The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company reported its crews and other units are battling a kitchen fire in Middle River. The fire was reported at 3:28 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 26. The fire was at an apartment at 705 Compass Road in Middle River.
– photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- The new Almost Home Child Care Center at Perry Hall Square held a ribbon cutting on Saturday morning. Christina Kesting and her staff joined county and state government elected officials for the ceremony According to Councilman David Marks, this is the second location in the Perry Hall area … Read more
The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company reported fire crews were on the scene of a house fire near Pulaski Hwy and Holly Drive in Middle River. Units reporting fire mostly on the exterior of what is reported to be an abandoned house. The fire was reported on Friday, Feb. 24 at 8:56 p.m. Fire was … Read more
–photo courtesy of WMVFC- The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company reported it crews and units from Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company were handling a crash involving a tractor trailer on I-95 north just beyond Joppa Road. The accident was reported on Friday, Feb. 24 before 5 p.m.
– Artwork by Diana Vargas Juarez, courtesy of BCPS- Twelve pieces of student artwork are now on display at The AVENUE at White Marsh ice rink through a partnership between the shopping center (managed by Federal Realty) and the Baltimore County Public Schools’ Office of Visual Arts. “This is our third winter exhibition with The … Read more
The Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (MPSSAA) will start their boys and girls basketball playoffs on Friday. Here is a look at the three classifications that involve local schools. 4A Boys Parkville was undefeated during the regular season before losing in the Baltimore County Championship Game to New Town. Despite that loss, the Knights … Read more
The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company reported its crews and other units were handling a crash involving a motorcycle and vehicle in White Marsh. The incident was reported on Ebenezer Road near Railroad Avenue on Thursday, Feb. 23 around 7 p.m. There was no word on any injuries at this time.
Baltimore County is hosting on online sale for compost bins and rain barrels to enable residents to celebrate Earth Day through the sustainable practices of home composting and rainwater reuse. Compost bins are available for $55 and rain barrels for $65 (tax included) and can be ordered through Wednesday, April 12. Orders will be available … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools announced its 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year nominees. The list is below (in alphabetical order by school): Arbutus Elementary School – Kristin Toth Arbutus Middle School – Alice Buckner Baltimore Highlands Elementary School – Christina Morris Battle Grove Elementary School – Kelly Murkey Battle Monument School – Sara Sprinkel Bear Creek … Read more