The following Benstorming commentary is about community associations and political campaigns. It’s that time of year where political campaigns are underway as local elections are scheduled for late June. Many candidates are promoting their candidacy and their fund raising events. Joshua Sines is one of those candidates running for County Council in 2026. Sines is … Read more
The following article was submitted by District 7A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about the resignation of Maryland House of Delegates Speaker Adrienne Jones. Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki, representing Eastern Baltimore County, respond to the announcement that Speaker Jones is stepping down as Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates. As members … Read more
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of The Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River and the opening of its museum, the organization is selling 3X5 Nylon Essex-Middle River Flags. Show your community spirit by purchasing your very own Essex-Middle River Flag for only $50.00. Flags are available at The Heritage Society Museum, 516 Eastern Boulevard … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the delay and cost increase of the Key Bridge Rebuild. As the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge moves forward, the moment demands one thing above all: unity. Now is the time for working together — not political sparring. I was very … Read more
The Bear Creek Lighted Boat Parade will take place on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 5 p.m. in Dundalk. The event is sponsored by Bear Creek Sailing Association and Hard Yacht Cafe. The parade starts and finishes at the Hard Yacht Cafe. Boats will start at 5 p.m. For more information, visit the parade’s Facebook page. … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Police Department- A stabbing and a police involved shooting was reported last night in Essex. Baltimore County Police responded to reported a disturbance in the 900 block of Holgate Drive on Wednesday, December 3, at approximately 8:30 p.m. Officers arrived and encountered an armed male suspect inside the apartment building. … Read more
–photo courtesy of Maryland State Government- Baltimore County Public Schools announced that four local high school students – Mya Abt of Perry Hall High ; Eyimofe Asooto of Eastern Tech; Jacob Mwangi of Kenwood; and Daniel Turner, Chesapeake High School –were among 10 students countywide selected to serve in the Maryland General Assembly as students … Read more
–photo courtesy of Angel Park- The Jingle All the Way 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run will take place at Angel Park, located at 9685 Honeygo Boulevard on Sunday, Dec. 7 starting at 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Pick up your packet on Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Angel Park To … Read more
The Back River Restoration Committee will hold its Race Road Cleanup on Saturday, Dec. 6. The meeting location is 830 Race Road in Essex and the event is 9 a.m. to 12. BRRC will provide all the supplies such as bags, gloves and pickers. There will be coffee and donuts for all the volunteers. Community … Read more
The following article was submitted by County Councilman David Marks after the resignation of the resignation of Baltimore County Inspector General Kelly Madigan December 1st, Baltimore County Inspector General Kelly Madigan announced her resignation from the position she has held since the office was created in 2019. Ms. Madigan will assume the Inspector General position … Read more
Our Lady of Mount Carmel/St. Clare Pastorate , located 1704 Old Eastern Avenue in Essex, will have its Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 6 in front lawn of the main church, immediately following the 4 p.m. Mass. The event will provide coco and caroling. For more information, visit their Facebook page. For a … Read more
The ceremony of the lighting of the Star of Bethlehem Steel has been canceled due to inclement weather. The ceremony will return in 2026 but the star will still be lit in 2025 without any fanfare. For a full list of holiday events in eastern Baltimore County, visit our holiday guide.
The Edgemere Sparrows Point Rec. Council and the North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department will hold a Edgemere Tree Lighting Celebration on Friday, Dec. 5 at North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The event will have music and treats. For more information, visit the group’s Facebook page. For a full … Read more
The Essex Community Development Corporation is holding a community input meeting: Improving Traffic and Pedestrian Safety on Eastern Boulevard on Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Mount Carmel School, 1704 Old Eastern Avenue in Essex. Join Essex Community Development Corporation for an open house-style community meeting to learn about and share your … Read more
Due to impending inclement weather, Baltimore County Public Schools will open two (2) hours late on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025. BCPS will communicate any reevaluation around 7:30 a.m. There will be no AM Prekindergarten classes. Offices will open on time as scheduled.
Fifth District School Board Member Julie Henn announced the Board’s Building and Contracts Committee has recommended approval of the contract to resurface the running track at Perry Hall High School. “I’ve been advocating for this track resurfacing for a long time, and I’m really pleased to see the project moving forward,” Henn wrote on social … Read more
Baltimore County Police are investigating an Essex shooting that resulted in a man being injured and entering into the police station. Police responded to the area of Sandalwood Road and Moline Circle in Essex after reports of shots fired on Sunday, Nov. 30, at approximately 9:45 p.m. Arriving officers found evidence of a shooting at … Read more
–file photo- Perry Hall Football late season run ended in a 42-14 loss at Sherwood in the 4A/3A State Semifinals on Friday. The game was tied 14-14 at halftime but Sherwood pulled away in second half. This was Perry Hall’s third straight appearance in the state semifinals but this was supposed to be a rebuilding … Read more
The National Weather Service Baltimore Washington reported the first winter event of the season is expected tonight into Tuesday morning. Winter Weather Advisories have been issued for areas along and west of US-15 and north of I-70 in Maryland but not in the Baltimore area. The Tuesday morning commute could still be impacted locally For … Read more
Honeygo Village Center will host its annual tree lighting on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 5009 Honeygo Center Dr, in Perry Hall. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. and will feature Santa Claus. For more information, visit their website For a full list of holiday events in eastern Baltimore County, visit our holiday guide.
Eastcountytimes.com presents a list of holiday events in Eastern Baltimore County for 2025. This list will be updated with more events after they are added or changed. If we missed any events, please send us an email us at Eastcountytimes@gmail.com Friday, Nov. 28 The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company Train Garden is open from Nov. … Read more