–photo courtesy of iStock photos- Foam dodgeball is returning this summer in Rosedale for children ages 9 to 12. This is friendly co-ed activity for all skill levels. Just bring your energy, team spirit, and dodging skills! Foam dodgeball will be held weekly on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Rosedale Recreation Activity Center, … Read more
The Baltimore County Association for Counseling and Development has recognized a new class of outstanding school counselors for the 2025-26 school year. “The school counselors in BCPS are vital to ensuring the academic progress, personal growth, and overall well-being of our students, and they contribute significantly to the school counseling profession,” said BCPS Superintendent Dr. … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that the Department of Public Works and Transportation will hold a third – and likely final – community meeting to solicit input on options to improve safety along the Honeygo Boulevard corridor. Attendees will be able to speak with DPWT staff and provide feedback regarding which option they … Read more
Seniors Cayden Wilson of Eastern Technical High School and Grace Berquist of Hereford High School have each been named Baltimore County’s Young Woman of the Year by the Baltimore County Commission for Women. Annually, the commission presents “Woman of the Year,” “Young Woman of the Year,” “Woman Entrepreneur of the Year,” and “Woman Making a … Read more
Maryland State Highway announced on Thursday that utility is in progress on southbound US 1 (Belair Road) between Honeygo Boulevard & Forge Road and the road is closed. According to state highway, the utility company stated the road could remain closed as late as 3 p.m. today.
Baltimore County Police reported an adult male has been taken into custody in connection with multiple burglaries across Baltimore County in the Catonsville, Towson, and Parkville areas since May 25. Police responded to the 8600 block of Loch Raven Blvd for reports of a burglary in progress on May 27, just after 1:30 a.m. Responding … Read more
–photo courtesy of Parkville High Athetic Booster Club- Three local high school athletes won state titles in track and field and one of those student athletes won two state titles at the MPSSAA State Track & Field Championships at Morgan State over the holiday weekend. Kenwood’s Myles Venable won two state titles. The junior had a … Read more
The following release has been submitted by Councilman David Marks about a letter sent to the Coast Guard to request a higher height for the Amtrak bridge in Chase. Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has written to the Coast Guard urging a higher height for the Amtrak bridge being proposed at the Gunpowder River in … Read more
-photo courtesy of Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company- Baltimore County Fire Department reported a Dundalk building fire in the 3800 block of North Point Boulevard. Crews arrived to find fire extending through the roof of a single-story automotive shop around 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday. According to the fire department, crews extinguished most of the fire … Read more
Baltimore County Police announced that SRO Fuller presented a HERO award to Liam, a 4-year-old Honeygo Elementary School student on Thursday. Liam called his mother while he was home alone with his grandmother when he noticed something was wrong with his grandmother’s health. His mother was able to send a medic to his home where … Read more
The Office of Sixth District Delegate Ric Metzgar sent over the following information on the future of the Fort Howard property. Delegate Ric Metzgar (R-6) called a press conference because he wanted to clarify and put to rest any rumors about the sale of the Fort Howard Veterans Administration Hospital which is still owned by … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools will conduct a boundary study this fall to provide capacity relief for Overlea High School by balancing enrollment among Loch Raven, Overlea, and Parkville high schools. A committee of principals, staff, and parents will work together to make a recommendation to the Board of Education for new boundaries to be effective … Read more
One man is dead after multiple reports of shooting outside the White House on Saturday. He was identified as Nasire Best. Best was a 2023 graduate of Dundalk High School. According to reports, Best allegedly displayed a gun at a security checkpoint and allegedly shot at Secret Service agents. Best was fatally shot by returned fire … Read more
Baltimore County Fire Department reported a small fire near a grocery store in Essex. According to the fire department, crews were called for a trash compactor fire in rear of the grocery store in the 1500 block of Hyde Park Road after 10 p.m. last night. The fire was extinguished and no injuries were reported.
Baltimore County Public Schools celebrated its 2026 School Resource Officers (SROs) of the Year during surprise ceremonies this week. Two of the honorees are assigned to eastern Baltimore County schools: Officer Aundre (Smitty) Smith, Middle School Resource Officer of the Year and Officer Hector Pomales, High School Resource Officer of the Year. “BCPS SROs serve … Read more
–photo courtesy of Honeygo PTO- Honeygo Elementary and local officials honor members of the 2025/2026 Patriots and Defenders “The Patriots and Defenders program tasks students with learning, memorizing and reciting important facts about citizenship, history, and geography. The fourth and fifth graders who completed the program were honored tonight at our annual awards dinner. Bravo … Read more
The Baltimore County Council passed legislation sponsored by Councilman David Marks that requires any new development at the Ebenezer/Philadelphia Road area to be evaluated by the Design Review Panel on Thursday. This panel includes professional architects. Any future development here will also need to provide widening along Philadelphia and Ebenezer Roads. Marks added he is … Read more
–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- Perry Hall Baptist Church and Perry Hall Christian School celebrated the groundbreaking of a new gymnasium that will serve students, church members, and the broader Perry Hall community. It is known as the new Panther Center. The ceremony was attended by Delegate Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga. “Perry Hall … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier issued a call for nominations for Baltimore County’s fourth annual Community Heroes Awards, recognizing seven individuals—one from each County Council district—who have made significant and meaningful contributions to their communities and for their selfless dedication to making a difference for those around them. “Behind every great community are people quietly … Read more
–photo courtesy of One Tech Boosters- Arvin Singh of Eastern Tech High School was named the Mildred H. Murray male student athlete scholarship winner for 2026. The senior was a track star at the school. Singh joins the BCPS female winner Mary Murphy of Carver. Both were selected from Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) to … Read more
Baltimore County Public Library announced the North Point Branch, located at 1716 Merritt Blvd. is set to close on Thursday, June 4, for the last phase of the ongoing HVAC project. The branch’s last day for customers is Wednesday, June 3, which also includes the 24-hour drop box. The last day to place a hold … Read more