Haddix Named Essex Precinct Officer of the Month

Officer J. Haddix was named Essex Precinct 9 Officer of the Month. Assigned to a permanent position, he maintains a visible presence in a high crime area. Supervisors say that he conducts proactive enforcement and his thorough investigations result in a high clearance rate. He leads by example by making time to mention younger officers.

Volunteer Soccer Coach Arrested by Baltimore County Police

Detectives with the Baltimore County White Marsh Police Precinct arrested and charged 42-year-old Nicholas Fioravanti on Monday, Nov. 4. Through their investigation, detectives determined Fioravanti placed recording devices inside two areas of his home including a bedroom and bathroom. Fioravanti, who was a volunteer soccer coach in the Perry Hall and White Marsh area, has … Read more

Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company Train Garden Opens Nov. 30

The Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company announced this week that its Train Garden returns on Saturday, Nov. 30 and will run until Sunday, Jan. 5. “We are thrilled to welcome everyone to our beloved annual train garden! Bring your family and friends for fun, laughter, and the magic of trains. Let’s make unforgettable memories together! … Read more

Olszewski, Harris & Mfume Declared Congressional Winners

-photo courtesy of John Olszewski Facebook page- Kamala Harris and Angela Alsobrooks were declared statewide winners for President and U.S Senator and local Congressional races have also been called. As expected, 1st District Republican Congressman Andy Harris won an eighth term as he defeated Democratic Blane H. Miller, III. The 1st District cover northern Perry … Read more

Local Teams End Regular Season; Look Ahead to Playoffs

Perry Hall, Dundalk, Parkville, Sparrows Point and Patapsco end their regular seasons with wins as they are headed to the playoffs. Chesapeake and Eastern Tech finish their seasons with losses. Perry Hall 46 Kenwood 6 After losing two straight games, the Gators bounced back on Homecoming to defeat Kenwood. The Bluebirds finish the regular season … Read more

Police Report Victim Dies After Nov. 1 Middle River Shooting

Baltimore County Police released more information on the Nov. 1 fatal shooting in Middle River. According to police, an officer from the Essex Precinct was on routine patrol in the 2200 block of Hawthorne Road in Middle River when they located a male suffering from a gunshot wound approximately 7:15 p.m. The victim was transported … Read more

SP & PH Girls Soccer Teams Advance to State Semifinals

photo courtesy of “Sparrows Point Girls Soccer” Facebook page- Sparrows Point & Perry Hall girls soccer teams are in the state semifinals after winning their state quarterfinal games over the weekend. 2A State Quarterfinals-Sparrows Point 9 Lack 01 After a hard fought 2-1 over Eastern Tech, The Pointers won their next two games by a … Read more

Perry Hall Boys Soccer in State Semifinals; ET Season Ends

Perry Hall Boys Soccer

photo courtesy of “Perry Hall High School Boys Soccer” Facebook page- Perry Hall Boys Soccer is in the state semifinals after defeating Crafton on Saturday. Eastern Tech’s same is over as their boys soccer team lost on Saturday afternoon. 4A State Quarterfinals-Perry Hall 2 Crafton 1 OT Perry Hall Boys Soccer advances to the 4A … Read more

Councilman Marks: Nominations Sought for 5th District Citizen of the Year

Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today the start of nominations for the Fifth District Citizens of the Year program. This initiative, started in 2011, honors volunteers who work above and beyond to improve their neighborhoods. Nominees should be residents of the Fifth County Council district, and should have worked, in a nonpartisan way, on … Read more

Dundalk Fire Reported on Four Georges Court

–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- Baltimore County Fire Department reported a two-alarm fire in Dundalk early Sunday morning. The fire was reported in the 1600 block of Four Georges Court just before 2 a.m. Crews arrived to smoke coming from third floor. No injuries were reported. The Red Cross were on the scene … Read more

DNR Enacts Maryland Burn Ban

–photo courtesy of Maryland DNR- The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is implementing a statewide ban on open air burning, effective on Nov 1 in all Maryland counties. Extremely dry conditions persist across the state and have led to an above average number of wildfires statewide, and conditions are not expected to change in the … Read more

Councilman Marks Seeks Nominee for Veterans Commission

Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is currently seeking a nominee for the Commission of Veterans’ Affairs. The Commission on Veterans’ Affairs was established to support veterans and their families residing in Baltimore County. The Commission is charged with communication between government agencies, businesses, educational institutions and veterans in the county, with the intent that veterans’ issues … Read more

Sparrows Point & Perry Hall Girls Soccer in State Quarters

–photo courtesy of “Perry Hall High School Official” Facebook page- Perry Hall and Sparrows Point grils soccer teams are in the state quarterfinals of their respective classifications after regional final wins over rival schools. Perry Hall and Eastern Tech Boys Soccer teams also advanced to their quarterfinals. 4A North Regional Finals-Perry Hall 10 Parkville 0 … Read more

New Traffic Pattern to Start on I-695 at Sparrows Point

Beginning November 7, weather permitting, a portion of the southeast I-695 Outer Loop will be closed beginning at Exit 43. I-695 Outer Loop through traffic must exit onto MD 158/Bethlehem Boulevard and return to the Outer Loop at the Bethlehem Boulevard on-ramp. Access to I-695 Outer Loop from Broening Highway remains open via existing turnaround; … Read more

Butcher & Bay at Geresbeck’s to Open in Kingsville Today

The new Butcher & Bay at Geresbeck’s in Kingsville had the goal around Nov. 1 located at 12037 Belair Rd. Everything worked out and Butcher & Bay at Geresbeck’s has reached its target date of opening today. “Thanks to our amazing employees who worked day and night to make this happen & Councilman David Marks, … Read more

Long: “Better Laws for Reporting Students’ Criminal Activity”

-The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about needing better laws for reporting students’ criminal activity- I was happy to hear that the Maryland School Board enacted temporary emergency legislation that will require school systems to share students’ criminal histories when transferring between schools. While I am thankful the State is … Read more