–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- The following statement was released by the Maryland Department of Environment concerning the air quality around Owl Metals in Dundalk after the fire “Air quality near the recycling facility fire in Dundalk can be expected to vary based on weather, the time of day, with the higher concentrations … Read more
The following article was released by 5th District Councilman David Marks and the need for a public library in the Middle River area Middle River residents should not have to travel to White Marsh or Essex for a public library. That’s why I have been pushing for a branch of the Baltimore County Public Library … Read more
Medics were called to the scene of Dundalk Elementary School after a child was struck by a car near Dunmanway and Dunmurry Road in Old Dundalk. The incident was reported on Wednesday, Jan. 23 around 3:30 p.m. There was no information on the condition of the child.
A 74-year-old woman died yesterday in a one-alarm Dundalk house fire. The victim is Janet Pereira, of the 1800 block of Marshall Road, Dundalk. Fire crews responded to the 1800 block of Marshall Road at 11:50 a.m. for a report of a dwelling fire. Units arrived within three minutes and found fire coming from the … Read more
The Baltimore County Fire Department reported a train fatally struck a pedestrian in Middle River on Thursday. The incident was reported at the MARC Train Station near Martin State Airport in the 2700 block of Eastern Boulevard around 1 p.m. There are no additional details are available at this time.
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- Crews are back at Owl Metals in Dundalk as the Baltimore County Fire Department reported the fire has rekindled at the recycling facility. Crews were scene working to extinguish the fire on Thursday morning. The original fire began on Saturday, Jan. 18.
-The following article was submitted by District 6 Delegate Bob Long about balancing the budget during the 2025 Legislative Session- On Wednesday, Jan. 15, Governor Wes Moore released the budget for fiscal year 2026. Governor Moore’s budget proposal includes a 1 percent overall increase in spending in comparison to last year’s proposal. As expected, the … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department– One adult female was rescued and listed in critical condition in the Dundalk fire in the 1800 block of Marshall Road. The Baltimore County Fire Department reported crews arrived and encountered heavy fire and hoarding conditions. It was reported the fire was under control around 12:40 p.m. on … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported crews are on the scene of a Fire Box Rescue in Dundalk. The fire was reported in the 1800 block of Marshall Road on Wednesday, Jan. 22 before noon. Update: One person was reported injured in this fire
Due to forecasted temperatures, Baltimore County Public Schools will once again open two (2) hours late on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. There will be no AM Prekindergarten classes. Offices will open on time as scheduled.
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced the addition of Haraz Coffee House in White Marsh at the Cowenton Crossing shopping center. The coffee house is located at the intersection of Cowenton Avenue and Philadelphia Road and is expected to open in the summer of 2025. “We are thrilled this type of business is opening along … Read more
Dundalk Renaissance Corp. has closed. A person close to the DRC confirmed the non-profit has shut down and former DRC members are looking to start a new organization in the Dundalk area. The DRC website is offline and their Facebook page has not been updated since it announced its financial troubles in October. The DRC … Read more
Due to forecasted temperatures, Baltimore County Public Schools will open two (2) hours late on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. There will be no AM Prekindergarten classes. Offices will open on time as scheduled.
Two suspects were arrested in an Essex shooting early Monday morning. Baltimore County police officers have arrested two adult suspects following a shooting that occurred on January 20 in the area of Bayner and Sandalwood roads around 1:30 a.m. Officers responded to the area after reports of shots fired. When officers arrived on scene, they … Read more
-photo courtesy of Rosedale Fire Volunteer Fire Company- Baltimore County Fire Department reported that Peninsula Expressway in Dundalk has reopened in both directions following yesterday’s fire at Owl Metals. Extinguishment efforts continue at the scene of the fire. Rosedale Volunteer Fire Company gave an update on the fire at the Dundalk recycling center: “Engine 282 … Read more
US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington reports a Winter Storm Advisory is is effect from Sunday at 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for the area. Snow is expected with total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact travel. According to NWS, snow will overspread the area … Read more
– photo courtesy of Rosedale Volunteer Fire Company- Multiple units were on the scene of a commercial fire in Dundalk on Saturday. The fire was reported at Owl Metals recycling center in the 1900 block of Rettman Lane. Fire crews arrived around 5:30 p.m. on Jan. 18. Baltimore County Fire Department reported a partial building … Read more
Essex Community Development Corporation announced their Trash Pick-Up along the Eastern Boulevard scheduled for Monday, Jan. 20 has been moved to April 21 because of the frigid temperatures. Here is their statement: “We understand many folks were looking forward to our Monday, January 20 Trash Pick-Up, and we want to THANK YOU for your incredible … Read more
An assault and robbery was reported in Overlea on Friday. A customer was at a bank in the 6700 block of Belair Road when the victim was attacked and robbed of money, a wallet and a safe deposit box. A medic was requested at the scene. The incident was reported on Friday, Jan. 17 around … Read more
The following article was submitted by the office of Fifth District Councilman David Marks Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced the appointment of Perry Hall resident Bill Murray to the Recreation and Parks Board. “I am thrilled to accept the opportunity to serve on the Baltimore County Board of Recreation and Parks,” Murray said. “My … Read more
The following article has been submitted by District 6 Delegate Bob Long. As I start the 2025 Legislative Session, I am looking for people interested in testifying on issues that are important to our community. I will be presenting legislation that would make housing more affordable for first-time home buyers. With both property values and … Read more