Jennifer Callinan of St. Ursula in Parkville, is trying to win a national contest to become America’s Favorite Teacher”. She was one of 77 entries in her category and now she is in the final 5. Callinan is ranked two and she needs to be ranked number one by Thursday, April 23 by 7 p.m. … Read more
Many say that the Republican Gubernatorial primary is wide open between 2022 nominee Dan Cox, business man Ed Hale and John Myrick. But Hale took a significant step this week when he received endorsements from three state senators, including local state Senators Johnny Ray Salling (6th District) and J.B. Jennings (7th District). “I am honored … Read more
The following article was released by 5th District Councilman David Marks Baltimore County Councilman David Marks secured funding for key park and infrastructure projects across the Eastside in the new Fiscal Year 2027 budget announced by Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier. Angel Park Improvements and Chapel Road Open Space The new budget includes $500,000 to … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier today submitted her $5 billion FY2027 budget proposal. “When I took office, I said we had a big job ahead of us,” said County Executive Kathy Klausmeier. “We wanted to keep the budget balanced, protect the County’s reputation, honor promises to residents, invest in public safety, schools, libraries, and parks and … Read more
Glenn L Martin Maryland Aviation Museum in Middle River will host Open Cockpit Day this Saturday, April 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This year visitors should arrive at the Museum’s new home, the Maryland Aerospace Heritage Center, 2323 Eastern Blvd to check in, pay admission $10 adults and $5 children, and board busses … Read more
The following article has been submitted by Sixth District Delegate Ric Metzgar as he gives a recap of the 2026 Legislative Session The 449th Session of the Maryland General Assembly proved to be a busy session for Senators and Delegates alike. It was the most challenging Session in decades. New Speaker, new committees, new committee … Read more
Baltimore County Public Library will hold a Shred Day at the Rosedale Branch, 6105 Kenwood Avenue. The event will be held on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to noon. Shred Day provides the opportunity to destroy confidential household paperwork at BCPL’s free community Shred Day. This outdoor event is for personal/residential users only. Limit … Read more
Savannah Hrica scores one of her four goals -photo courtesy of Rick Currier- Patapsco Girls Lacrosse played their first game since Spring Break and started off strong in a 14-3 home win against Overlea on Tuesday. Savannah Hrica was on fire for the Patriots as she scored four goals on the afternoon. Mia Hernandez … Read more
–photo courtesy of North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department- The Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company reported a Dundalk house fire in the 200-block of Oakwood Road on Wednesday afternoon. Crews arrived to heavy fire showing from a two-story single-family home with flames visible from the front. It was reported two vehicles in the driveway are … Read more
The Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF), a nonprofit organization that connects people who are passionate about their community and purposeful in their philanthropy, has awarded Legacy Forward Grants to 19 organizations across Baltimore City and County to support public programming connected to the 250th anniversary of the United States. The East Baltimore County grant recipients include: … Read more
–photo courtesy of Erin Majewski- The following article was submitted by District 7A Delegate Kathy Szeliga about her bipartisan legislation with 8th District Senator Carl Jackson Senator Carl Jackson and Delegate Kathy Szeliga are celebrating the passage of SB72/HB121, Baltimore County – Alcoholic Beverages – Sale for Off-Premises Consumption. This bipartisan legislation allows restaurants in … Read more
Flag football is coming a Baltimore County Public School near you. The Baltimore Ravens and Under Armour announced partnered with Baltimore County Public Schools and St. Mary’s County Public Schools to provide grant funding and uniforms to further develop high school girls flag football in the fall of 2026 for 27 schools. It appears that … Read more
All three 8th District Democratic Delegates Nick Allen, Harry Bhandari and Kim Ross are seeking reelection but all three are being challenged in both the primary and the general election. The Republican primary is crowded too as five candidates have filed for the 8th District House. Three candidates have formed a ticket. Republican candidate Glen … Read more
Join Commercial Property Owners, Business Owners and Operators, & Community and Nonprofit Leaders with an interest in Essex for the next Coffee and Conversation of the year on Thursday, April 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. Sussex Elementary School, 515 S. Woodward Avenue in Essex. This is a free networking event focusing on building connections … Read more
Back River Restoration Committee reports Baltimore County DEPS is planning to conduct the first round of helicopter applications of midge treatment on the upper and lower Back River this week as well as Bear Creek. The application is scheduled to start about 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 15, and the afternoon of Thursday, weather permitting. … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported a 69-year-old pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Overlea on Friday. According to police, officers were called to Belair Road and Prague Avenue in reference to a pedestrian crash on April 10 around 8:20 p.m. Once on scene, detectives with the Crash Team determined that the individual was struck … Read more
–photos courtesy of Josh Sines- Sprouts Farmers Market is coming to Middle River The organic grocery store will take residence in the old Big Lots building in the Costco shopping center at 9900 Pulaski Highway. Josh Sines, the president of the Essex-Middle River Civic Council made the official announcement about the new store. “I can … Read more
Baltimore County Police said a dine & dasher in the White Marsh and Parkville area was caught over the weekend. Police reported officers arrested 57-year-old Randy Nelson in connection with several thefts that occurred throughout northeastern Baltimore County since April 8, 2026. Detectives were able to link the suspect to at least five cases that … Read more
–photo courtesy of Delegate Bob Long- The Maryland General Assembly passed SB 791 Community Trust Act over the weekend. The bill states it is “prohibiting employees and agents of State and local correctional facilities from taking certain actions related to immigration enforcement, subject to certain exceptions; and prohibiting law enforcement agents from taking certain actions … Read more
Baltimore County Police reported officers are on the scene of a shooting in the 1800 block of Dunmere Road in Dundalk on Saturday. Police located a 48-year-old male with a gunshot wound to the lower body. The victim was transported to an area hospital. As the investigation into this incident continues, detectives are asking anyone … Read more
The following statement was released by 5th District Councilman David Marks about an update on the Mohrs Lane Bridge project in Middle River The Mohrs Lane Bridge connection will produce another east-west link between Philadelphia Road and Pulaski Highway. Right now, the main direct connections are at Ebenezer and Middle River Roads – it’s a … Read more