Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation said a printing error on its collection calendar might have caused residents to miss trash or recycling collection. The County issued an apology in a statement The Department of Public Works and Transportation wants to sincerely apologize to any Baltimore County resident who missed putting out their … Read more
–photo courtesy of Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company- A motor vehicle crash was reported by Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company on Monday night in Dundalk. Crews were dispatched to a reported motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Wise Avenue and Grays Road on Jan. 19 around 10 p.m. Two vehicles were involved in the … Read more
–photo courtesy of Josh Sines for County Council 8- Community leader and advocate Josh Sines officially kicked off his campaign for Baltimore County Council in the newly created District 8 with an event at Pooles Island Brewery last week. “The campaign’s official kickoff fundraiser, held January 13 at Pooles Island Brewery, drew more than 300 … Read more
A community input session will be held for the Mount Vista Park underground water tank on Tuesday, Feb. 3 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company, 11601 Bellvue Avenue in Kingsville. Baltimore County Fire Department, Baltimore County Rec. and Parks and Property Management will provide input and discuss plans for a new … Read more
The Baltimore Sun reported County Councilman Todd Crandell won’t seek reelection for 2026. The Baltimore Banner reported Crandell was involved in an incident with Baltimore County Police and told the Sun that incident contributed to his decision not to seek reelection. Crandell was the first elected Republican to District 7 (Dundalk and Essex) in 2014 … Read more
–Perry Hall’s Noah Williams– photo courtesy of Rick Currier- Sports Illustrated announced the 2025 Maryland All Region Football Teams for MPSSAA. Here is a list of players from local schools. 2A North David Akinsuroju, Eastern Tech, Jr., 6-0, 190 2A/1A East RB: Michael Maynor, Sparrows Point, Sr., 5-8, 195 WR: Paxton Clark, Sparrows Point, Jr., … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported a six-month-old tragically succumbed to injuries suffered last night in an Essex dwelling fire on Foxcroft Lane. The victim has been identified as Sophia Rivera-Cortes. Crews responded to a report of a fire in the 1000 block of Foxcroft Lane around 6:55 p.m. on Jan. 16 The fire was showing … Read more
–photo courtesy of Maryland Transportation Authority- Gov. Wes Moore announced he had a meeting with US Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and there was an agreement to expedite the reconstruction plans for both the Key Bridge and the American Legion Bridge projects. “We all agree that building great, big things shouldn’t be impossible in … Read more
–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department- Multiple patients were transported to area hospitals after a fire was reported spreading from one home to another in the 1000 block of Foxcroft Lane in Essex. One person was reported with life threatening injuries. The fire was reported on Jan. 16 around 6:57 p.m. and placed under … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported a two alarm fire in Old Dundalk on Friday night. Crews arrived to find the fire on the third floor of high-rise on Center Pl around 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 16. One person is being evaluated and the fire was later placed under control.
The Baltimore County Parent and Student Coalition responded to BCPS Superintendent Myriam Rogers proposed budget for Y27. Here is their response: The Baltimore County Parent and Student Coalition continues to hold educational leaders accountable to prioritize students. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE SUPERINTENDENT’S FY27 PROPOSED BUDGET • Dr. Rogers reiterated her commitment to … Read more
Baltimore County announced its 2026 series of town hall meetings to hear from constituents and stakeholders about their ideas and priorities for the County’s FY27 budget. Seven meetings – one for each Council district – will provide a forum for public discussion focused on future budget priorities and ensure that community members have the opportunity to provide … Read more
Baltimore County Police are investigating a Dundalk shooting that occurred on Wednesday night. According to police, the shooting happened in the area of Maple Lane and Carver Road on Jan. 14 around 7:25 p.m.. Officers responded to the scene in reference to a shots fired call. Police were later notified of a 17-year-old who walked … Read more
BCPS Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers presented her FY operating budget. Here is the full release from BCPS. Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers presented a $2.49 billion operating budget proposal for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 during the January 13 meeting of the Board of Education of Baltimore County. The proposed budget preserves investments … Read more
Heritage Society of Essex-Middle River will hold its first Speaker Series of the year on Thursday. Jan. 14. Heritage Society Historian Paul M. Blitz is the speaker. Mr. Blitz has been the Historian for more than three decades, and he offers a wealth of knowledge about our area’s rich history. This educational and entertaining discussion … Read more
Tradepoint Atlantic announces U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued a permit decision for the Sparrows Point Container Terminal — project, a joint venture between Tradepoint Atlantic and Terminal Investments Limited, to construct a new container terminal and associated facilities at the Port of Baltimore. TPA called the announcement an important milestone for the future of … Read more
The following article was submitted by Councilman David Marks about legislation he plans to introduce that would help with Condo and HOA Infrastructure In December 2025, the Baltimore County Housing Needs Assessment was presented to the Baltimore County Council. During this presentation, we discussed how aging homeowners and condominium associations don’t have the finances required to continue … Read more
Join Commercial Property Owners, Business Owners and Operators, & Community and Nonprofit Leaders with an interest in Essex for the first Coffee and Conversation of the year on Thursday, January 15, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Baltimore Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 501 Eastern Blvd. in Essex. This is a free networking event focusing on building … Read more
Sparrows Point resident Tim Fazenbaker has officially filed to run for Baltimore County Council in the new District 9. The Baltimore County Council voted to expand its districts from seven to nine for the 2026 Election. District 9 makes up the Dundalk, Rosedale and Edgemere portion of the old District 7. The Republican candidate filed on Dec. … Read more
Marks questions lack of state assistance in 5th District Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier released her administration’s priorities for the 2026 legislative session, with a focus on fiscal stability, equitable state funding, transportation and school infrastructure, and strong, healthy communities. According to Klausmeier, she wants a balanced and responsible budget that protects essential services … Read more
–photo courtesy of Essex CDC– The Kestrel Cafe held its Grand Opening on Saturday, Jan. 10 in Essex According to the Essex Community Development Corporation, the Kestrel Cafe is owned April Pevear and her husband Geoff and is located at 1546 Eastern Blvd., Suite 1. “Kestrel Cafe is a one-of-a-kind art café where creativity, connection, … Read more