Salling Criticizes Brown’s Plan Dealing With Federal Agents

Sixth District State Senator Johnny Ray Salling criticizes Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown’s “guidance” for state and local Law enforcement agencies when working with federal agents.  “So here we go? The Maryland AG tells our local police not to work with our Federal government. Do not cooperate with ice agents? This state still puts us … Read more

Community Impact Walk in Middle River

Eight District State Senator Carl Jackson is holding a Community Impact Walk  on Oct. 22 in the Miramar Landing Community in Middle River. The walk will start at 6 p.m. at 610 Compass Road. Baltimore County Police Chief Robert McCullough and Essex Police Precinct 11 will join the walk along with business owners and community … Read more

Boundary Study Meeting for Chase Area Elementary Schools

The committee charged with revising the school boundaries of three southeastern-area elementary schools (Chase, Oliver Beach, and Seneca elementary schools) needs interested community members to attend a public information session on Oct. 22 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Middle River Middle School cafeteria, 800 Middle River Road. Following a brief presentation on the … Read more

Man Drowns Near Hart-Miller Island

There are multiple media reports that person has drowned near Hart-Miller Island. His body was recovered Tuesday night around 6 p.m. by Natural Resources Police. According to the reports, a 67-year-old man who fell off a boat on Tuesday before noon while crabbing near the island. The victim’s name has not been released.

BCPL Strategic Plan Meeting Scheduled in Dundalk

Baltimore County Public Library [BCPL] is hosting a strategic plan community input meeting in Dundalk. The meetings is set for the North Point Branch at the corner of Merritt Boulevard and Holabird Avenue on Thursday, Oct. 16 starting at 6:30 p.m. This is the opportunity for the community to share ideas and priorities to guide … Read more

Schroyer and Taylor Receive Awards From BCF

The Baltimore Community Foundation [BCF] has announced the 2025 Neighborhood Spotlight Award awardees, recognizing ten Baltimore City/County leaders who make block-level impact — from stabilizing housing to youth workforce training. Two of those winners are from organizations in eastern Baltimore County- Carla Schroyer, Director of Community Choice Pantry Services, Community Assistance Network (CAN) in Dundalk and Keith Taylor … Read more

Property Owners to Present Their Case in Brandon Shores Closure

Seven property owners living along the Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) right-of-way in Harford and Baltimore counties have been granted limited intervenor status in Case #9748 before the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC). They will appear at this week’s evidentiary hearings to oppose the proposed construction of 29 miles of new, additional high-voltage transmission lines … Read more

An Update on Key Bridge Demolition

-photos courtesy of Key Bridge Rebuild- The Maryland Department of Transportation gave an update on the Key Bridge demolition on its Key Bridge Rebuild site. According to the site, all north and south side spans of concrete roadway decking have been removed. The removal of the steel girders on the south side is scheduled next. … Read more

Traffic Light to Start at Bucks Schoolhouse Rd in Nottingham

According to Councilman David Marks, a traffic signal at the intersection of Perry Hall Boulevard and Bucks Schoolhouse Road in Nottingham will start service next week. Here is the official release from Mark’s office. Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has announced that BGE will activate the new traffic signal at Perry Hall Boulevard and Bucks … Read more

Two Killed in Essex Crash on Holly Neck Road

Baltimore County Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred in Essex early Sunday. Officers responded to the 2200 block of Holly Neck Road at approximately 12:50 a.m. for a single vehicle crash that involved a 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. Detectives determined the Malibu was traveling westbound when it left the roadway and struck at least … Read more

Patapsco Dominates Western Tech in a 60-16 Win

Patapsco’s Shamar Johnson had two rushing touchdowns, 11 tackles and two key punt returns inside Western Tech’s 5-yard line.-photo courtesy of Rick Currier- Patapsco got back in the win column after a 60-16 blowout win at Western Tech on Friday night. Send all sports news to eastcountytimes@gmail.com “This win was huge; it was nice to … Read more

AG Office Identifies Decedent & Officers in Dundalk Shooting

The following article was submitted by the Maryland Attorney General’s Office in reference to the police involved shooting on Wednesday evening on Larkhall Road in Dundalk  The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General has identified the decedent and the Baltimore County Police Department (BCPD) officers involved in the fatal … Read more

Delegate Long: “Continuing to Fight for Voter ID in Maryland”

The following article was submitted by 6th District Delegate Bob Long. He wrote he will continue to lead the fight for Voter ID in Maryland Marylanders deserve honest and secure elections. The recent revelations about Ian Roberts—once superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools—have delivered a wake-up call. Mr. Roberts, who was arrested by ICE for … Read more

Construction to Continue on Northeast Section of Beltway

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration announced they will continue working on a project on the northeast side of I-695. Motorists should expect delays. Here is the full release: The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin the next phase of the major I-695 (Baltimore Beltway) project that will ease peak-hour … Read more