McMachan Named Essex Precinct 11 Officer of the Month

Officer C. McMachan has been named Essex Police Precinct 11 Officer of the Month. Here is a statement from Baltimore County Police. “He demonstrated excellent investigative abilities. “Supervisors say he goes above and beyond to apprehend suspects and maintains a positive attitude. “It’s no wonder other officers look up to him. Great job Officer McMachan.”

Marks to Perserve Open Space Around Orems Elementary School

Fifth District County Councilman David Marks sent out a statement that he wants to preserve about 47 acres of land as open space in the communities centered around Orems Elementary School “I am announcing today that I will support rezoning changes that will preserve about 47 acres of land as open space in the communities … Read more

Back to School Drive in Perry Hall

Perry Hall Lodge #235 is holding a drive for Back to School supplies for needy students at Perry Hall Middle School. The event will be held on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the property of Perry Hall Presbyterian Church, 8848 Belair Road. For more information, email Shawdoe McKinney at mckinneyshawdoe939@gmail.com.

Gunpowder Falls State Park in Chase to Receive Funding for Projects

–photo courtesy of Maryland DNR- The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will provide $21.5 million in Waterway Improvement Fund allocations to communities and projects throughout Maryland in Fiscal Year 2025, which began July 1.  The funds will support new and improved public boating access facilities, dredging of navigable public waterways; emergency vessels and equipment for local first … Read more

Key Bridge Demolition Hearing to be Held in Dundalk

Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) has requested a Tidal Wetlands License and Water Quality Certification for demolition of the remaining structures of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.​ A public hearing will be held on Thursday, Aug. 1, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. This meeting is not about the project to construct the new bridge. The hearing … Read more

Baltimore County Fire Department Promotes 14 Members

Acting Fire Chief Scott Ebbert has announced the promotions of fourteen BCoFD members to the ranks of Fire Captain, Fire Lieutenant, Paramedic, and Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator (FADO). The following promotions are effective July 27, 2024: FIRE CAPTAIN • Fire Lieutenant Thomas Cook • Fire Lieutenant John Cooke • Fire Lieutenant Matthew P. Schultz • Fire … Read more

New Middle River Recreation Activity Center to Open

–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- A ribbon-cutting for the new Middle River Recreation Activity Center will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 10:30 a.m. The new center will open alongside Glenmar Elementary School and provides gymnasium, multipurpose room, and four activity rooms. “It is an exciting development as we work to bring more … Read more

Marks Announces Zoning Recommendations Around Bird River

–Fifth District County Councilman David Marks sent out a statement that he supports reducing development around the southeastern side of the Bird River- I am announcing another rezoning recommendation.   I will be recommending Resource Conservation zoning for 18 acres along the southeastern side of the Bird River, and the removal of all development potential for … Read more

Arrest Made in Dundalk Fatal Shooting on Gough Street

Baltimore County Police Homicide detectives have arrested 27-year-old Deandre Stokes for a Dundalk fatal shooting that occurred on July 1 at 10 p.m. Officers responded to the 7700 block of Gough Street in the Colgate area for a shots fired call. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male outside of the location with multiple gunshot … Read more

Hazardous Material Restrictions Still Apply in Tunnels

The Maryland Transportation Authority reminds motorists that I-95 Fort McHenry Tunnel and I-895 Harbor Tunnel both have hazardous material and width & height restrictions. Vehicles carrying hazardous or explosive materials, including bottled propane gas in U.S. DOT approved containers larger than 10 pounds (maximum of 10 ten-pound containers) are prohibited from using both tunnels. It … Read more

Overlea ArtsFest at Holt Center

The 9th annual Overlea ArtsFest will be held on Aug. 9 and Aug. 10 at the Holt Park and Center of the Arts, 34 Elmont Avenue in Overlea. The event is free. This year’s theme is KALEIDOSCOPE – Featuring a Juried Art Show, Short Film Festival, and a Youth Art Show designed to put Maryland’s … Read more

National Night Out is Back Aug. 6

The Baltimore County Police Department announces its participation in the 41st Annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 6. This national campaign aims to promote police and community partnerships through positive activities. Through scheduled events such as block parties, cookouts, games, educational workshops and more, the goal is to foster a spirit of togetherness to … Read more

Marks Announces Plan to Reduce Development Around South Perry Hall

–Fifth District County Councilman David Marks sent out a statement that he supports reducing development in South Perry Hall around the White Marsh Road area across to Bucks Schoolhouse Road- “Today, I am announcing that I will support reducing the development potential of more than 188 acres in the South Perry Hall area as part … Read more

Key Bridge Rebuild Moves Forward With Federal Environmental Approval

The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) and the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) today received key federal environmental approvals for the reconstruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has issued a Categorical Exclusion (CE) classification and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) approval for the I-695 Francis … Read more

Police Report Woman Shot in Edgemere

Baltimore County Police are investigating an Edgemere shooting that occurred Sunday, July 21 around 2:20 a.m. Officers responded to the 6500 block of North Point Road for a shooting. Once on the scene, officers located an adult female who had sustained a gunshot wound. She was transported to a local hospital in stable condition. Detectives … Read more