Nawrocki introduces bipartisan legislation to protect IGs

District 7A Delegate Ryan Nawrocki announced he is partnering with Delegates Vaughn Stewart on a bill stating inspectors general are not subject to standard Maryland Public Information Act request restrictions. His office sent the following release. Delegates Vaughn Stewart and Ryan Nawrocki have introduced bipartisan legislation clarifying that inspectors general are not subject to standard … Read more

Light snow today possible; freezing rain west of area Tuesday

The National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington reports a narrow band of snow will likely move across the area late this morning into the afternoon. Some slippery travel is possible, mainly in the higher elevations. Then the NWS is calling for a wintry mix of precipitation to spread north and west of Baltimore City of Monday night … Read more

Noblocki named Precinct 9 Officer of the Month

Officer N. Noblocki was named White Marsh Precinct 9 Officer of the Month for December. Here is the full statement from Baltimore County Police Department. “Officer N. Noblocki was named White Marsh Precinct 9 Officer of the Month for his ongoing effort to keep the community safe through focused enforcement at hotels and motels in … Read more

Town hall scheduled for Seven Oaks Senior Center

Baltimore County Department of Aging is hosting an Information Town Hall on Tuesday, March 3 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Seven Oaks Senior Center, located at 9210 Seven Courts Drive. Seniors are welcome to receive information for upcoming events and services offered by BCDA. RSVP is required by calling 410-887-2002.

Baltimore County-based MS-13 clique indicted on Rico Conspiracy charges

Baltimore County Police, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland and other agencies announced a superseding indictment, in connection with RICO Conspiracy charges, against eight individuals connected to a Baltimore County-based MS-13 clique known as “Los Ghettos Criminales Salvatruchas (LGCS). The following press release was submitted by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the … Read more

Benstorming- Are there any local races to watch?

The following is a Benstorming commentary about all the local races in the upcoming 2026 Elections for the House of Delegates, state Senate, County Council and School Board  As Eastcountytimes.com reported, the filing deadline has passed and we have our races for County Council, House of Delegates, state Senator and  School Board. So who are … Read more

Long:”Legislation to Address Effects of Key Bridge Collapse”

The following article has been submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about his legislation to deal with the effects of the Key Bridge collapse It has been nearly two years since the Key Bridge collapsed yet our community continues to deal with the fallout: prolonged commute times, deteriorating road conditions, and job losses. That … Read more

Councilman Marks: Concepts Unveiled for Gerst Road Park

The following article and photo was released by Fifth District County Councilman David Marks about the new Gerst Road Park in Perry Hall  Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that concepts are available for the new Gerst Road Park, which is planned for 22 acres east of Gerst Road and north of Joppa Road in … Read more

Local races are officially set as filing deadline passes

Early Voting in Baltimore County

The filing deadline has passed and here are the candidates that filed for local offices in eastern Baltimore County for state delegate, state senator, county council and school board. House of Delegates District 6 (Dundalk, Essex, Rosedale and Edgemere) The Republican trio of Delegates Robin Grammer, Bob Long and Ric Metzgar, all filed for reelection. … Read more

Bowleys Quarters shooting reported on Cutty Sark Road

Baltimore County Police reported a Bowleys Quarters shooting in the 3900 block of Cutty Sark Road on Tuesday, Feb. 24 According to police,  they found a juvenile victim who suffered a gunshot wound. The juvenile was transported to a local area hospital in critical but stable condition. Police said a 15-year-old suspect has been arrested.

Three Perry Hall HS alums to enter school hall of fame

The Perry Hall High School Alumni Association announced John Simon (Class of 1971), Robert A. DiLutis (Class of 1985) and Jennifer Barnett Cox (Class of 2001)  will be inducted until the Hall of Fame. “The Perry Hall High School Alumni Association is proud to announce our 2026 Hall of Fame inductees,” said a statement from … Read more

Sen. Jennings: “US 1 & Bradshaw Road Signal Update”

The following article was released by 7th District Senator J.B. Jennings about repairs to traffic signal at Belair & Bradshaw roads in Kingsville Here’s the latest on the new traffic signal at the southeast corner of US 1 (northbound) and Bradshaw Road: * The pedestal supporting the signal meter was previously struck but has now … Read more

Police arrest man in connection to 2024 Kingsville Homicide

Baltimore County Police Department arrested 27-year-old Quevin Pixola-Lara in connection with the murder of 33-year-old Jose Caceres-Santos. Police responded to the area of Bel Air Road in Kingsville, after a motorist reported a body lying off the shoulder of the roadway on Jan. 1, 2024. Arriving officers found Caceres-Santos, who was pronounced deceased at the … Read more

BCPS schools to shift to virtual learning on Monday

Due to inclement weather, all Baltimore County Public Schools  announced they  will shift to virtual learning on Monday, Feb. 23. Central and school-based offices will open on time to support schools; employees may shift to telework or request leave with supervisor approval. Virtual learning on inclement weather days occurs on a two-hour delay schedule for … Read more