The rival was renewed and defending state champions Sparrows Point Girls Soccer defeated Eastern Tech 4-3 Thursday night at CCBC Essex. The Pointers were led by forward Ami Walters’ three goals and one assist in the win. Senior Allyssa Hartman had the fourth goal for the Pointers. There is a new twist in this rivalry … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced the 2024 awardees of Baltimore County’s Community Heroes Awards, recognizing seven individuals from across the County who have made significant and meaningful contributions to their communities. 2023 Community Heroes Winners “The dedicated community stakeholders who invest their time and energy to advocate for their neighborhoods and neighbors exemplify the … Read more
Marshy Point Fall Festival will be held on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Fall Festival showcases the harvest season with autumn activities and family fun. Activities include animal shows, apple cider pressing, honey extraction, crafts, Native American games and archery, canoe tours, and the Marsh Mucker Obstacle Course for kids. … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported its crews and Baltimore County Volunteer Firefighters Association responded to a 911 call for two men trapped over 100 feet in the air inside a malfunctioning silo elevator in Sparrows Point on Monday morning. Crews, including volunteers from Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue and Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue … Read more
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will improve highway safety by treating sections of asphalt pavement on several State highways in Baltimore and Harford Counties on September 22. The work should be complete by the end of the month, weather permitting. Beginning Sunday night, crews will travel to selected locations and use slow-moving, … Read more
Officers with the Baltimore County Police Department have arrested and charged a 16-year-old suspect in connection to an assault that occurred Wednesday afternoon. Officers were notified that a Kenwood High School student had been assaulted in the 500 block of Stemmers Run Rd in Essex on Sept. 18 at 2 p.m. Medics transported the injured … Read more
Baltimore County Councilmembers Mike Ertel and David Marks announced the upcoming construction of a pedestrian crosswalk on Compass Road at Radial Court in Middle River. The crosswalk will be built later this fall and cost approximately $15,000. “This crosswalk should significantly help as students walk to and from places like Middle River Middle and Victory … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that the derelict home that burned on Aug. 5 on Carrington Drive has been bulldozed and the remains cleared from the site. The long-neglected home was on the demolition list when it went up in flames, sparking a blaze that took several hours for firefighters to extinguish. Councilman Marks … Read more
Baltimore County ROSC will hold Recovery in the Park this Saturday, Sept. 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Heritage Park, 2700 Playfield Street in Dundalk. This event will have a DJ, food, naloxone training and local & State recovery resources. The event was created to embrace the spirit of recovery. Register at Facebook.com/BaltimoreCountyROSC … Read more
The committee charged with realigning school boundaries in the unoccupied portion of the Greenleigh residential community will hold its first of three meetings on Thursday, Sept. 19 at Vincent Farm Elementary School cafeteria, 6019 Ebenezer Rd., from 6 to 8 p.m. While no students currently reside in the area under review, the committee’s study seeks … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- Baltimore County Fire Department reported a fire in the 300 blk Ida Avenue in Essex Tuesday after 6:30 p.m. Crews arrived to smoke coming from a residence and located a bedroom fire. The fire was extinguished and no injuries were reported.
The Essex Afro-Caribbean Festival in the Park will be held Saturday, Sept. 21 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Sandalwood Elementary School Parking Lot, located at 900 S. Marlyn Ave in Essex. The event will have an afternoon of music, entertainment, food, vendors, resources and COMMUNITY! The entertainment includes: – Clarence Ward III & … Read more
-The following press release was sent by Baltimore County Councilman David Marks about creating a trade school on Allender Road in White Marsh- Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is sponsoring legislation—endorsed by all seven Councilmembers—that would allow for a technical trade school in White Marsh. Plumbers and Steamfitters UA Local 486 is seeking to repurpose … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported Officers from the Whitemarsh Precinct have arrested two suspects after a vehicle bailout in Fullerton. Officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle that failed to stop for the Maryland State Police on Monday around 8:10 p.m. near Rossville Boulevard and Belair Road. Once the car was located by Baltimore County Police … Read more
White Marsh Mall kicks off the fall season with Fall Harvest on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 1 to 5 p.m. located near Macy’s Home store & in the parking lot between Boscov and JCPenney. Activities include live jazz music, inflatables, art & crafts, a petting zoo, and more! To secure your FREE tickets visit their website.
–photos courtesy of Councilman Mike Ertel- The Rosedale Senior Center celebrated its 50th Anniversary with a party on Monday. Councilman Mike Ertel attended and presented a citation to the senior center. “This afternoon, I joined Senator Kathy Klausmeier, Baltimore County Department of Aging, community members, and the center’s lively seniors to commemorate the special occasion,” … Read more
-photo courtesy of Eastern Tech- One Tech Boosters- Eastern Tech wins their first game in two years as they upset Sparrows Point. Parkville, Perry Hall and Dundalk are now 2-0 after Friday wins. Eastern Tech 13 Sparrows Point 7 Eastern Tech pulled off a huge upset and ended their 12-game losing streaking by beating Sparrows … Read more
Two people were killed Sunday night when Baltimore County Fire Department reported they were “struck by Amtrak train while riding 4 wheelers on (the) track.” The incident was reported in the unit block of Schaffers Lane around 9:52 p.m. and is still under investigation.
Baltimore County Police reported that officers were on the scene at AMC Theaters in the 8100 block of Honeygo Boulevard in White Marsh for a telephone threat on Sunday. The theater has been temporarily closed as the investigation continues. There was no further information.
Here are some photos from the 49th annual Essex Day. The event took place on Saturday, Sept. 14 in Downtown Essex.
Parkville quarterback Hannes Lauterbach had a touchdown run in the fourth quarter to give his team the win -photo courtesy of Rick Currier- Parkville improved to 2-0 after a comeback win over Patapsco. Knight quarterback Hannes Lauterbach had a 15-yard touchdown run in the final five minutes for the 21-20 win. Lauterbach connected with receiver … Read more