Sparrows Point and their running game were too much for Chesapeake as the Pointers improved to 3-0 in a 27-6 win at home. Running back Mikey Maynor led Sparrows Point with over 100 yards rushing and broke off a 16-yard touchdown in the first quarter. That was all the Bayhawks would get as Pointer defenders … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Rec and Parks- The grand opening of the recently replaced fishing pier at Fleming Park in Turner Station will take place on Monday, Sept. 22 at 10 a.m. This ceremony is free and open to the public. Fleming Park is located at 641 Main Street in Dundalk.
Tradepoint Atlantic announced manufacturer Samuel, Son & Co. is leasing a 130,000 square-foot facility in Sparrows Point and will bring additional jobs and opportunities to residents in the region. Here is the official release from Maryland Department of Commerce: Leading metal products manufacturer Samuel Son & Co. is nearly doubling its footprint in the Baltimore … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Department of Public Works- A water main break was reported by the Baltimore County Department of Public Works at Carroll Island Road east of Bowleys Quarters Road in Bowleys Quarters on Thursday afternoon. The Baltimore City Department of Public Works is working to repair the damage. It was reported that … Read more
The Essex Community Development Corporation (Essex CDC) announced two new businesses are opening on the Eastern Boulevard corridor in Essex with two ribbon cuttings on Saturday, Sept. 20. The Comfy Cup is located at 25 Eastern Blvd., Suite 98B and will hold its ribbon cutting Saturday at 9 a.m. Baltimore Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, located at … Read more
The Marshy Point Nature Center Fall Festival returns for its 17th year on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Marshy Point Nature Center is located at 7130 Marshy Point Road in Middle River. This family event is full day of nature, music, hands-on fun, and fall-themed festivities. There is free admission and … Read more
Baltimore County Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal shooting in Dundalk. Officers responded to the 1800 block of Portship Road on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at approximately 5:30 a.m., for a reported shooting. When officers arrived on the scene, they located an adult male, who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds deceased. Detectives are asking anyone … Read more
The Greater North Point Touch-A-Truck 2025 will take place on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m at Eastpoint Mall near McDonalds. This is a free event for kids and adults. Over 40 vehicles are expected and they include trucks, fire, police, classic cars, sports cars, tractors, motorcycles, buses, boats, race cars, bikes and … Read more
The Baltimore County Council finally has its new district map. The voters approved a ballot question from the 2024 Election that increases the size of the Baltimore County Council from seven members to nine members. There has been debate on how to split up the county into nine districts, but a map was passed last … Read more
This story has been updated. Baltimore County Police Department reported that detectives have responded to the 1800 block of Portship Road in Dundalk in reference to a reported shooting. The incident was reported by police on Wednesday around 8 a.m. There is no further information at this time.
District 7 Delegates Lauren Arikan, Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga stated they oppose the state discharge permit for the Days Cove Rubble Landfill in White Marsh. They have submitted the letter to Paul Hlavinka of Maryland Department of Environment. Here is a copy of that letter: Dear Mr. Hlavinka, We are writing to express our … Read more
Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce and Essex Community Development Corporation will host its next Coffee & Conversation on Thursday, Sept. 18 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Parker, Pallett, Slezak & Russell, LLC, located at 1342 Eastern Blvd. in Essex. This Monthly Networking Event will be hosted by Carmen Slezak. This is an opportunity to connect with … Read more
It was not a good weekend for local schools in football. With the exception of the local battle between Sparrows Point and Patapsco, Eastern Baltimore County schools went 1-6 outside the region. Overlea, along with Sparrows Point, got their second win. Overlea is looking to go 3-0 and a for statement win over Dundalk this … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- Crews are on scene of a commercial building fire at the Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant in the 8200 block of Eastern Avenue. Baltimore County Fire Department reported the fire Monday, Sept. 15 around 6:25 p.m. Fire crews arrived to find black smoke and machinery on fire. According … Read more
Sarah D. Davis of Perry Hall High School has been named one of 11 students to be named semifinalists in the 71st annual National Merit Scholarship Program coordinated by the National Merit Scholarship Corp. “Congratulations to these students for their outstanding academic achievement and to the teachers, families, and administrators who taught and supported them,” … Read more
–photo courtesy of Shawn Hubbard/Baltimoreravens.com- The Baltimore Ravens scored 40 points in their first game and lost. Today they put up 41 points and that was more than enough to beat the Cleveland Browns 41-17. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson only had 225 yards passing but threw four touchdown passes, including two to Devontez Walker. Veteran … Read more
It was announced that candle vigil will be held for Charlie Kirk in Dundalk tonight. The vigil will take place at the corner of Holabird Avenue and Merritt Boulevard. Everyone is asked to bring a phone, a candle, or a lighter- to shine a light in honor of Charlie Kirk’s life. This is a peaceful … Read more
-photo courtesy of Essex Day Festival Committee- Here are some photos from Essex Day 2025. The festival took place on Saturday, Sept. 13 in the 400 and 500 block of Essex.
Baltimore County Police reported that 37-year-old Walter Sevillano has been arrested on multiple sex offense charges stemming from abuse that occurred between 2023 and 2025. Police said during that timeframe, Sevillano was a pastor at Iglesia Cristiana Sanidad Divina located in the 3000 block of Baybriar, Road in Dundalk. According to police, it is suspected … Read more
The Office of Councilman David Marks reports two more lane closures in his district. He reported the Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation announced the closure of Chapel Hill Road earlier in the week and the county added roads in White Marsh and Kingsville to the construction list. The Kingsville project includes a … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the Trump Administration responding to concerns about the Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant. Last week, I received correspondence from the Trump Administration and EPA Region 3 thanking me for reaching out about Back River. As we all know, this is a critical issue … Read more