The following article was submitted by the Office of Councilman David Marks about the activation of a traffic signal at Bird River Road and Campbell Boulevard Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that the traffic signal at Bird River Road and Campbell Boulevard in Middle River will be activated by Thanksgiving. The signal will start … Read more
THE AVENUE at White Marsh celebrates its 28th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Friday, Nov. 21. Holiday music starts at 6pm with a live DJ. The 40-foot tree will light at approximately 7 p.m. For more information, visit their website
The following press release was submitted by Baltimore County Government about a land purchase in the Middle Area area from Lockheed Martin As part of ongoing efforts to expand green space throughout Baltimore County, County Executive Kathy Klausmeier today that Baltimore County has purchased a one-acre parcel of land from Lockheed Martin for $1. … Read more
–photo courtesy of CCBC ESSEX– The CCBC Essex Men’s Soccer team is headed to the NJCAA Division II National Soccer Tournament in Wichita, Kansas, as the #4 seed after winning their 14th consecutive regional title. CCBC Essex reported Jonathan Izaguirre, Leo Chester, Zakary Entwistle, and Alvaro Acosta, were named to the All-Tournament Team! The Knights … Read more
The Essex Community Development Corporation presents a casual morning of networking and community building with fellow business owners, property owners, and community leaders who care about the future of Essex. The next Coffee and Conversation will be held on Thursday, Nov. 20 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Heritage Society of Essex-Middle River. Please … Read more
Attend a morning of learning and self-care for caregivers on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Perry Hall Library. Enjoy breakfast, networking and learning while building community. To register, go to the BCPL website
Delegate Bob Long announced he is hosting a Pre-Session Town Hall on Monday, Nov. 17 at the Essex Library, starting at 6 p.m. Here is his release: During the town hall, I will have a preview of the upcoming session. I will present my legislative package and provide information on how to testify on my … Read more
The Holiday Plane and Train Garden returns Saturday, Nov. 29 at 11 am at the Maryland Aerospace Heritage Center at 2323 Eastern Blvd.in Middle River. The Garden will be open from 11 am to 4 pm Nov. 29 to Jan. 4 on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays plus Monday, December 29 and Tuesday, December 30. … Read more
The next Perry Hall Improvement Association Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. at Brightview Senior Living, 9657 Belair Road in the Dorsey Room. Julie Henn District 5, Baltimore County School Board Representative is the guest speaker. Other topics include: Developments Chapel Hill Estates Denny’s Enclave (Gerst Ave. PUD) Baldwin Reserve Road Projects … Read more
The following article was submitted by local historian and veteran advocate Paul M. Blitz, who served in the U.S. Army Reserve. There is a misconception about Memorial Day and Veterans Day. It is important to remember that Memorial Day is about honoring Deceased Veterans. Veterans Day is about honoring Living Veterans. This is why various … Read more
Dundalk Eastfield Rec Council presents the Dundalk Christmas Parade & Santa in the Park on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 3 p.m. in Old Dundalk. After the parade, pictures will be available with Santa and Mrs Claus in Heritage Park. For more information, visit their Facebook page. For a full list of holiday events in eastern Baltimore … Read more
This meeting has been postponed The new North Point Association will hold its next meeting on Thursday, Nov. 13 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Essex Branch of the Baltimore County Library, 1110 Eastern Blvd. in Essex. The North Point Branch meeting room is being renovated There will be an update on the Key … Read more
The first round of the playoffs are over and only three local teams (Perry Hall, Sparrows Point and Chesapeake) are left. One of those teams that didn’t survive their first playoff game was Dundalk. Here is a recap from last weekend. Meade 35 Dundalk 12 For the second year in a row, Dundalk hosted Meade … Read more
The following article was submitted by Fifth District Councilman David Marks about legislation to improve transparency for sewer connections Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is sponsoring Bill 77-25, which modifies the process for connecting properties to the sanitary sewer system when the area does not have a failing septic system. Under this bill, before the … Read more
-photo courtesy of Perry Hall High School Girls Soccer Families & Supporters Facebook page- Perry Hall Girls Soccer is one win away from a state title. The Gators defeated Leonardtown to advance to the 4A State Title Game. Perry Hall won the state semifinal game 2-2 (7-6 in Penalty Kicks). According to the Perry Hall … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported a shooting in Hawthorne area of Middle River on Friday night. Officers were called to the 100 block of Riverthorn Road for a reported shooting around 7 p.m. A 37-year-old male was found at the scene suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported local hospital with serious injuries. . … Read more
Perry Hall Middle School reported an evacuation at the school in the 4300 block of Ebenezer Road on Friday afternoon. Here is the official email from the school “At 1:30 p.m. today, the school administration was informed of an unusual odor in the school building. As a precaution, we implemented the school’s evacuation procedures and … Read more
A District 8 Town Hall will be held on Monday Nov. 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Arnolia United Methodist Church, located at 1776 E. Joppa Road in Parkville. The community town hall will discuss key issues like public safety, housing, Just Communities, and more. Learn about their priorities for the upcoming legislative session, … Read more
The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General today released the body-worn camera footage from the fatal police-involved shooting involving the Baltimore County Police Department that occurred on Wednesday, Oct. 8 in Dundalk. The decedent was identified as 55-year-old Robert Adams of Dundalk, Maryland. The IID continues to investigate … Read more
City’s defense was all over Patriot quarterback Wyatt Perry.–photo courtesy of Rick Currier- Patapsco hosted their first home football playoff game in the 58-year history of the school, but their season came to an end in a 48-0 loss to Baltimore City College on Thursday. City scored touchdowns on its first three drives. Patapsco finally … Read more
The following article was submitted by Baltimore County Councilman David Marks about the possibility of Special Elections in Baltimore County Throughout the United States, states and local jurisdictions have special elections when there are vacancies. Maryland is somewhat of an anomaly—vacancies for the state legislature are filled by the governor after the recommendation of the … Read more