Canvas and Cork painting workshop in Essex

Unleash your inner artist at this BYOB painting workshop at the Back River Community Center in Essex on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 2 to 5 p.m. for ages 21+. No experience needed – just bring your favorite drink, your friends, and your creativity.This month, the group is painting an autumn birch tree scene. This event … Read more

Middle River man dies in North Beach crash in Calvert County

–photo courtesy of North Beach [Calvert County] Volunteer Fire Company- Deputies with the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau responded to a report of a serious motor vehicle collision that killed a Middle River on Nov. 5 in the 8700 block of Bayside Road in North Beach. A preliminary investigation revealed a 2025 International commercial … Read more

Josh Sines projected as County Council District 8 winner

Josh Sines County Council

Republican Baltimore County Council candidate Josh Sines is on his way to victory in the District 8 race. As of Thursday, Sines was leading Democrat Shronda Dillard-Huffman by 1,452 votes and most of the mail-in ballots have been counted. “The latest election results have solidified our lead in the Baltimore County Council District 8 race, … Read more

BCPS to transition to virtual after three traditional inclement weather closures

Baltimore County Public Schools announced its inclement weather plan for the 2026-2027 school year. The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) permits local school systems to repurpose inclement weather days as virtual school days and BCPS plans to transition to virtual learning after three traditional inclement weather closures. If additional inclement weather is in the … Read more

Point Boys Soccer in state semis, as fall season ends for most teams

–photo courtesy of Jill Miller- Sparrows Point Boys Soccer is now two wins away from a state title. The Pointers went down to Salisbury and defeated Parkside in the 4A State Quarterfinals on penalty kicks 2-1. Sparrows Point now advances to the 4A State Semifinals where they play C.M. Wright at Bel Air High School … Read more

Overlea High School Capacity Relief Boundary Study meeting set for Nov. 18

The committee charged with examining attendance areas and developing boundary options to provide capacity relief at Overlea High School invites all interested community members to attend a public information session on Wednesday, November 18 from 7-8 p.m. at Nottingham Middle School, 5210 King Avenue in Rossville. Following a brief presentation on the committee’s work, attendees … Read more

Patapsco wins first place at marching band state championships

Patapsco Patriot Marching Band

–photo courtesy of  Baltimore County Public Schools- The Patapsco Patriot Marching Band earned first place in the show band division at the Maryland Marching Band Association State Championships held at Towson University. The marching band, led by directors Jeff Hosier and Ron Poole. According to Baltimore County Public Schools, Patapsco also won Best Color Guard, … Read more

Baltimore County government offices closed for Veterans Day

Baltimore County government offices, Department of Aging administrative offices, and senior centers will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Baltimore County Department of Public Works offices will also be closed. CountyRide service will not operate, but the Towson Loop Circulator Service will operate as scheduled. The Baltimore County landfill and … Read more

Christmas Bazaar Community and Craft Fair in Rosedale

Shop local this Christmas and enjoy an afternoon of holiday fun at Rosedale Recreation Activity Center on Sunday, December 13 from noon to 4 p.m.  The Christmas Bazaar Community and Craft Fair features 40 local vendors selling unique gifts, handmade treasures, festive décor, stocking stuffers, and special surprises for everyone on your gift list. Best … Read more

Morningside House of Satyr Hill holding Grand Reveal Celebration

The following article was submitted by the Morningside House of Satyr Hill as their Grand Reveal Celebration is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 11. The wait is over! Morningside House of Satyr Hill is excited to unveil its fresh, new look following a comprehensive, top-to-bottom renovation. The senior living community invites residents, families, local professionals, and … Read more

November Coffee & Conversation set for Life Center in Essex

The next Coffee & Conversation is scheduled Thursday, Nov. 19, from 9–10:30 a.m. at Life Center,in 200 N. Marlyn Ave. in Essex. This is an opportunity for commercial property owners, business owners and operators, and community leaders with an interest in Essex to come together, connect, and share ideas. This gathering provides a welcoming space … Read more

Mathis guest speaker at November Chesapeake Republican Club meeting

The Chesapeake Republican Club will hold its next meeting in Dundalk on Tuesday, Nov. 10 The keynote speaker will be Jimmy Mathis. The meeting is scheduled at 6:30 p.m. with doors opening at 6 p.m. at the North Point branch of the Baltimore County Public Library at the corner of Merritt Boulevard and Holabird Avenue. … Read more

Baltimore County Public Library- North Point Branch now reopen

–photo courtesy of BCPL- Baltimore County Public Library announced the North Point Branch, including the book drop, has reopened. The branch reopened on Friday, November 6 after it closed in June to finish replacing its heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) unit. “As a community institution, we are thrilled to reopen our doors to our … Read more

Eastside Council Races still too close to call as mail-in ballots being counted

There are still no declared winners in the vacant County Council races in District 8 (Essex & Middle River) and District 9 (Dundalk, Rosedale and Sparrows Point) The Democratic candidates Shronda Dillard-Huffman and Arkia Wade have cut into the lead after the latest rounds of mail-in ballots, but Republican candidates Josh Sines and Tim Fazenbaker … Read more

Sparrows Point & Dundalk win regional boys soccer titles

Dundalk and Sparrows Point Boys Soccer teams won their regional titles and are playing in the state quarterfinals on Saturday. Sparrows Point took their usual pathway in the 2A North II Region by defeating Dunbar 8-0 in the first round, won at Chesapeake 7-0 in the semifinals and defeated rival Eastern Tech 2-1 in the … Read more