The Maryland Attorney General announced in the following press release that Parkville resident Michael C. Okolo has been charged with obstruction of justice and fabricating physical evidence. Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced today the filing of a criminal information in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County charging Michael C. Okolo, 68, of Parkville with … Read more
I used to be reporter for the East County Times newspaper in Essex from 2006 to 2011. The paper shutdown in November 2018 and I felt that the area needed local news coverage. I started the website Eastbaltco.com. Short for East Baltimore County News. Most people couldn’t understand or remember the EastBaltCo name. I tried … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier announced the selection of Khadija E. Walker as her appointee for Baltimore County Inspector General. According to the County Executive’s office, Walker has more than 20 years of Inspector General experience on the federal level, was selected following an open search process and two rounds of interviews with high-level candidates. … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported its Hazardous Device Team investigated a suspicious package in Rosedale. The incident was reported on early Thursday afternoon in the 7000 block of Golden Ring Road. After a police investigation, it was determined there was no threat to the community.
The following article was submitted by Fifth District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks about his legislation to give inspector general oversight of Baltimore County Public Schools Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that he will be introducing a resolution requesting the Maryland General Assembly to pass legislation giving oversight of the Baltimore County Public … Read more
Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce is holding a school supply drive off at 415 Williams Court, Suite 102 in Middle River until Friday, Aug. 22. Items needed include: backpacks, folders, crayons, pencils, glue, scissors, paper, and all the classroom must-haves. For more information, Call 443-317-8763 or email info@chesapeakechamber.org
Join Essex CDC and the Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce for a special evening of networking for Coffee & Conversation at Weavers Marine Service Inc, hosted by owner Sam Weaver! The event takes place on Thursday, August 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. at 730 Riverside Drive in Essex. Connect with local business owners, community … Read more
–photo courtesy of Bowleys Quarters VFRM- The Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Department reported a dog was rescued from the water early this morning at Bowleys Marina. Crews arrived at Bowleys Marina Tuesday around 4 a.m. after a dog went overboard. According to the report, a dog leapt from a boat trying to reach the dock … Read more
Maryland Transportation Authority released information about the Key Bridge Rebuild. As demolition and pre-construction activity begins this summer, MDTA has announced via “Pardon Our Progress,” * Work Hours: Monday–Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. * Demolition Underway: Crews are actively removing portions of the bridge—no detonations planned * Noise & Vibration Monitoring: Real-time equipment helps … Read more
Baltimore County’s Department of Recreation and Parks announced the return of its popular Screen on the Green outdoor summer movie series and the debut of Days of Play, a free, supervised outdoor play program for children. Screen on the Green is a free summer movie series held for residents and visitors of all ages at … Read more
The following article has been submitted by Delegate Bob Long about DJS finally holding juveniles accountable after a crime has been committed Last week, the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) made an announcement that many of us in Dundalk—and across Baltimore County—have long been waiting for: going forward, juveniles who are wearing ankle monitors … Read more
–photo courtesy of Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company- Baltimore County Fire Department reported crews were on the scene of a fire in the 6300 block of Tradepoint Avenue in Sparrows Point on Sunday. Units are working to extinguish a roof fire at a Home Depot distribution center around 3 p.m. No injuries have been reported … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported a 16-year-old suspect has been taken into custody following an incident that occurred Wednesday night in the 100 block of Carroll Island Road in Middle River. The teen, who will be charged as an adult, faces numerous charges including attempted second-degree murder, first-degree assault, and handgun violations. The 16-year-old will be … Read more
The Back River Restoration Committee reports high bacteria levels in local waterways. “Mother Nature has not been kind to use these past few weeks. Not only did she send tons of trash our way, but this round of sampling is showing high bacteria levels in several upstream testing locations,” BRRC said a statement on social … Read more
Councilman David Marks will hold a virtual public meeting with the Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation to discuss the progress of safety improvements at the intersection at Honeygo Boulevard and Cross Road. A WebEx meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 13 at 5 p.m. The virtual meeting can be joined … Read more
The North Point-Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department Carnival, fireworks and annual parade returns next week near the fire station grounds at 7500 North Point Road. The carnival starts on Tuesday, July 23 and runs until Friday, July 26 from 6 to 11 p.m. The fireworks will be held on Tuesday, July 23 at dusk. The parade … Read more
Baltimore County Police officers are investigating an assault that occurred at a Walmart in the 100 block of Carroll Island Road in Middle River on Wednesday. Officers responded to the location following reports of shots fired around 5:30 p.m. Police determined that a firearm was discharged while being used to assault a person during a … Read more
The National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington reports more heat on Thursday with a chance of showers. “A Heat Advisory is in effect from 11AM to 8PM today for portions of the I-95 corridor. Heat index values around 105 are expected within the advisory,” said a statement from NWS. “Showers and thunderstorms are possible today, mainly in … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported officers responded to the 100 block of Carroll Island Road for a report of shots fired on Wednesday around 5:30 p.m. Officers learned that a group of juveniles had been involved in an altercation near the entrance of a store. Detectives from the Baltimore County Police Department have responded and are … Read more
Delegate Ryan Nawrocki addresses social post about an incident at the Walmart at Carroll Island on Wednesday. “Delegate Kathy Szeliga, Baltimore County Councilman David Marks and I have been in contact with the Essex Police Precinct regarding the social media posts about shots fired at the Carroll Island Walmart,” Nawrocki said in a statement. “While … Read more
Parkville resident Hassan Smiley was recently named the grand prize winner of the 2024 Stellantis National Sweepstakes and he received in a brand-new 2025 Ram 1500 Tungsten Crew Cab from his local dealer, Jones Junction, in Bel Air. There is more information from the following press release. Stellantis is proud to announce Hassan Smiley … Read more