This story has been updated. Baltimore County Police reported a strong police presence in the Dundalk area after a shooting that led to a barricade situation. According to police, the incident took place on Larkhall Road on Wednesday night. The barricade ended on Thursday after 2 a.m.
Essex Community Development Corporation will hold its Breakfast and Learn this week. Business women and women leaders of Essex are invited to gather for a meaningful morning to discuss and learn about domestic violence. The events is set for this Friday starting at 7:30-8 a.m. at The Comfy Cup. Networking and conversation will take place … Read more
The Office of Councilman David Marks released the following press release about his legislation that passed on Monday night. At the Baltimore County Council meeting on October 6th, Councilman David Marks passed legislation that provides a longer review period for disputing wastewater charges. The bill gives the Director of the Department of Public Works and … Read more
Queen Anne’s County Office of the Sheriff announced that an Essex man was arrested for child pornography and sexual solicitation of a minor. Here is the official release: On August 30, 2025, deputies with the Queen Anne’s County Office of the Sheriff received a report from a county resident alleging an unknown adult male had … Read more
Fifth District Councilman David Marks announced he is introducing a resolution that would have Baltimore County oppose the Days Cove discharge permit in White Marsh. Here is his official release Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that he is introducing a resolution to put Baltimore County on record as opposing the Days Cove discharge … Read more
MC Fest will be held on Oct. 9 through Oct. 12. The hours are Thursday and Friday from 6 – 10 p.m., Saturday from 1 – 10 p.m. and Sunday, from 1- 5 p.m. The event supports Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, a PK-12 Catholic School serving Essex. MC Fest draws over 1500 attendees each … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported a 12-year-old was stabbed in the Dundalk area on Friday. The incident was reported in the 3000 block of Liberty Parkway around 4:45 a.m. Officers on the scene found a young male suffering from multiple stab wounds to his upper body. According to police, an arrest warrant was obtained and charges … Read more
Dundalk receiver Robert Smith catches a 56-yard touchdown pass to put Dundalk up 21-14 at halftime. –photo courtesy of Rick Currier- Dundalk was clinging to a seven point lead in the second half and Perry Hall had the ball. Owl defender Darryl Reid decided to take over the game and help his team in a … Read more
Overlea receiver Isaiah Megginson and Kenwood sophomore Sean Rose battle for a jump ball along the sidelines. A strong defense and a running game can win football games and Kenwood had both in a 16-6 win over Overlea. The Bluebirds were led by senior running back Damon Green. He had 175 yards and two touchdowns … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier announced the county is stopping construction on a new library in Middle River. The plan called for a 25,810-square-foot library branch and adjacent 116-space parking lot the Greenleigh community in Middle River. Klausmeier said the decision was made based on the financial burden Baltimore County is facing. “After careful consideration, I … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported its crews responded to Dundalk High School at 7:44 a.m. for a report of a fire on the first floor. Arriving crews found a box on fire on top of a stove. The fire was quickly extinguished with no extension to the school building. Crews cleared smoke from the school … Read more
The following article was submitted by 6th District Delegate Bob Long about a deactivation ceremony at Martin State Airport Last week, I attended the deactivation ceremony for our area’s beloved A-10 Warthogs. It was a sad day for myself, our community, and for Maryland as a whole. The recent departure of the last A-10 Thunderbolt … Read more
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and TurnAround is honoring the life of Jacobi. His young life was cut short by domestic violence on Christmas Eve 2024 at their home in East Baltimore County. At the request of his family, TurnAround’s Dundalk location will officially be named in his memory, ensuring that we never forget … Read more
Dundalk Patapsco and Perry Hall pick up wins last Friday night against Kenwood, Eastern Tech and Parkville. Sparrows Point remains undefeated and Chesapeake and Overlea suffered losses. Here is a recap of Week 4 football in eastern Baltimore County: Patapsco 28 Eastern Tech 24 Patriot quarterback Wyatt Perry’s three touchdowns helped improve his team to … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported a pedestrian was traveling on Merritt Boulevard on a skateboard and was involved in a fatal crash on Wednesday morning. After an investigation, police said the man was struck by a 2001 Toyota Tacoma at the intersection of Merritt Boulevard and Westfield Road in Dundalk around 5:45 a.m. The man was … Read more
North Point Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library will hold Community Shred Day on Saturday, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to noon. Destroy your confidential household paperwork at Community Shred Day. This outdoor event is for personal/residential users only. Limit of three (3) boxes per household; paper items only. The North Point Branch is … Read more
–The following article was submitted by Fifth District County Councilman David Marks about the Honeygo Run Reclamation Center– On September 29, I toured the Honeygo Run Reclamation Center to learn more about the progress of this landfill and discuss future disposal plans. Since I started to represent this area, I have tried to address concerns I … Read more
A July home explosion in Rosedale has been ruled an arson by Baltimore County fire investigators. According to the Baltimore County Fire Department, 66-year-old Mark Hawkins, the property owner, was arrested and charged with Arson – First Degree and Malicious Burning – First Degree. This charges are a result in the connection with the explosion … Read more
Harford Hills Elementary School sent out a letter to parents on Monday informing them of an incident at the school. According to the school principal, a student allegedly wrote “highly inappropriate and threatening statements” in a notebook. Those statements contained messages of self-harm and a list of students and staff members that the student wanted … Read more
Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation announced it will begin constructing the roundabout project the intersection of Honeygo Boulevard and Cross Road in Perry Hall next week. Here is the full statement from Baltimore County Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation, weather permitting, will begin work Tuesday, Oct. 7 on an … Read more
Baltimore City DPW will hold two Consent Decree Public Meetings on Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations. These meetings are free and open to the public. The first meeting will be held on Oct. 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Middle Branch Fitness & Wellness Center, 201 Reedbird Avenue in Baltimore. The second meeting will be … Read more