County Giving Out Reusable Bags Before Plastic Bag Ban

Baltimore County’s plastic bag ban begins Nov. 1. This ban will prohibit the distribution of single-use plastic checkout bags at the point of sale in order to reduce the significant negative impact of plastic bag litter in our communities, waterways, and at the County’s recycling center. To assist with the transition ahead of this new … Read more

Council Passes Bill to Restrict White Marsh Apartments 

The Baltimore County Council unanimously passed legislation to restrict apartments a White Marsh Town Center on Monday night. This new legislation, 52-23, repeals previous legislation that permitted apartments east of White Marsh Mall. The bill was sponsored by Councilman David Marks and prohibits apartments based on when they have been proposed in the development process, … Read more

Garage Fire Reported in Sparrows Point

–photo courtesy of North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department- Fire crews in the Edgemere area battled garage fire in the 2100 block of Sparrows Point Road. North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department (NPEVFD) reported the fire on Monday, Sept. 18 around 10 p.m. According to the NPEVFD social media page, crews remained on the scene … Read more

Juvenile on Bike Hit by Car in Perry Hall

Baltimore County police and medic units were on the scene of motor vehicle crash involving a bicycle in Perry Hall. According to the report, a vehicle hit a juvenile on a bike in the 4400 block of Ebenezer Road. The accident was reported on Monday, Sept. 18 around 4:22 p.m.

Sharaf Named Dundalk Officer of the Month

Officer A. Sharaf was named Dundalk Precinct of the Month for July. His three arrests were some of his accomplishments during the month. One arrest involved Officer Sharaf locating and apprehending a suspect with an open warrant who possessed (with the intent to distribute) controlled substances. Finally, Officer Sharaf’s investigation led to the apprehension of … Read more

Overnight Lane Closures on I-895 Tunnel

The Maryland Department of Transportation reported there will be two-way traffic in the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel on I-895 this week from Monday to Thursday overnight. During tunnel closures at the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel, drivers may experience 15-20 minute delays while two-way operations (during which one lane of southbound and northbound traffic is directed into the … Read more

Ground Breaking Held for New Celebree School Headquarters

-photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- Community leaders and elected officials were in Perry Hall for a groundbreaking for the new headquarters for the Celebree School at 8029 Corporate Drive in White Marsh. The event was attended by County Executive John Olszewski Jr., Senator Kathy Klausmeier, Delegate Carl Jackson and Baltimore County Councilman David Marks. … Read more

Dundalk Shooting Reported on Church and Eddlynch Roads

The Baltimore County Police Violent Crimes Unit is investigating a Dundalk shooting after an adult victim responded to a local hospital. Officers responded to a local hospital for a call of a walk-in shooting after an adult male walked into the hospital suffering a gunshot wound to the lower body. The shooting may have occurred … Read more

Southeast Education Advisory Council Meeting on Monday

The Southeast Education Advisory Council will host a Behavior and Safety meeting on Monday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. at Grange Elementary School Libary, 2000 Church Road in Dundalk. The Education Advisory Council of Baltimore County is made up of five area councils and serves a unique and important role in our school system. Recognizing … Read more

Baltimore County Police Announces Ground Breaking Promotions

The Baltimore County Police Department announced several groundbreaking promotions. On Thursday, September 14, at 6 p.m., 31-year-veteran Captain Michael Cortes III became the first Hispanic promoted to the rank of Major in the 149-year history of the police department. Cortes’ rise to Major adds to the list of his many firsts within the Department. In … Read more

Major Crash Reported on 702 in Essex

Witness in the Essex area reported a major crash on Route 702 on Saturday. The multi-vehicle crash was reported on Sept. 16 before 7 p.m between E. Homberg and Old Eastern Avenue. According to reports, it appeared to be a four to five vehicle accident. One vehicle was overturned, another vehicle crashed into tree and … Read more

Adopt Express at White Marsh Petco

-photo courtesy of Baltimore County Animal Services Facebook page– Baltimore County Animal Services continues their “Cuddle Shuttle” tour with an Adoption Express event in the White Marsh/Nottingham region. The event will be held at the Petco at 5263 Campbell Blvd. on Sunday, Sept. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. The County shelter is located at … Read more

BCDA 5K Run and Walk at CCBC Essex

Novice or advanced runners of all ages are invited to attend the 17th Annual Get Ready! Get Set! Get Fit! 5K Run-Walk and One-Mile Walk to support older adult health and fitness by raising much-needed funds for County senior exercise classes and fitness centers. The race will take place Sunday, Sept. 17 at CCBC Essex, 7201 Rossville … Read more

Two Eastern Tech Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

Two Eastern Tech High Students were two of 12 Baltimore County Public Schools students that have been named semifinalists in the 69th annual National Merit Scholarship Program coordinated by the National Merit Scholarship Corp. The honored Eastern Tech students are Nathan D. Brojan and Cadence J. Scott. “Congratulations to these students for their outstanding academic … Read more

BCPS Schools Recieve “Little Free Libraries

BCPS schools and one Baltimore County community received a special delivery – the delivery of Little Free Libraries and hundreds of diverse books to share with students and their entire school communities! The 2023-2024 grant recipients are: -Battle Grove Elementary School – Principal: Kristi Gallier, Project Coordinator: Kelly Greer -Catonsville High School – Principal: Matthew … Read more

Multi-Vehicle Crash Reported on I-95 North

White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company reported its crews and Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company were on the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 north at the Big Gunpowder River bridge in Kingsville. The accident was reported on Friday around 7 a.m. It was reported that four to five vehicles were involved in the crash. Several … Read more

Todd’s Inheritance to Hold Defender’s Day Event

Todd’s Inheritance is holding a Defender’s Day Celebration at 9000 North Point Road in Sparrows Point on Saturday. According to their Facebook page, Living historians representing British and American troops from the War of 1812 will be onsite with educational displays. Musket firing demonstrations will be held on Saturday, 9/16 at 11 a.m., noon 12:45 … Read more

Pulaski Highway to get Resurfaced in Rosedale

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will resurface a section of each direction of US 40 (Pulaski Highway) between the Baltimore City line and Chesaco Avenue in Rosedale. The work will begin Tuesday night, September 19, and should be complete in early November, weather permitting. Contractor crews will work overnight Sundays through Thursdays … Read more