Baltimore County Council approves land purchase critical for Mohrs Lane Bridge connection

NOTTINGHAM, MD—At its legislative meeting on Monday, April 7, 2025 the Baltimore County Council approved a contract to purchase property that is critical for the Mohrs Lane Bridge connection. The purchase of 9929 Philadelphia Road (21237) for $246,100 represents a key milestone for the project, which has been delayed for years. Baltimore County expects utility relocation design approval in September, […]

Winning $136K Maryland Lottery ticket sold at Fallston store, winner sought

FALLSTON, MD—A Maryland Lottery FAST PLAY Home Run Riches Bases Loaded ticket worth $136,810 was sold at a Fallston convenience store, according to officials. The winning ticket was purchased at the Harvest Fare store located at 2315 Belair Road in Harford County. The Maryland Lottery encourages anyone who may have purchased the winning ticket to sign the back of it […]

Baltimore County Fire Department announces promotion of 12 members

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Fire Department has promoted twelve of its members. Fire Chief Joseph Dixon, Sr., has announced the promotions of 12 members to the ranks of Fire Lieutenant and Paramedic. The following members have been promoted: Fire Lieutenant: FADO Kevin Bakey FADO Earl Day FADO Brian Ellis FS Eric Hartman FS Erin Pasquali PMFC Robert Patrylak FS Amanda […]

Man pleads guilty to plotting to kill Supreme Court Justice in Maryland

GREENBELT, MD—A California man pleaded guilty on Tuesday to plotting to assassinate a U.S. Supreme Court justice in Maryland, in what federal authorities called “a heinous attack on the court itself.” Nicholas John Roske, 29, of Simi Valley, Calif., admitted as part of his guilty plea that he flew to Dulles International Airport last June with a gun and ammunition […]

Governor Moore signs RAISE Act into law to boost apprenticeships in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, MD—In a move to bolster the state’s economy and provide Marylanders with access to family-sustaining careers, Governor Wes Moore on Tuesday signed the Registered Apprenticeship Investments for a Stronger Economy (RAISE) Act of 2025 into law. This legislation aims to expand Registered Apprenticeship programs across various industries, offering businesses a skilled workforce and Marylanders with pathways to high-demand careers. […]

Baltimore County to give away 1,200 native trees to residents

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier is inviting residents to order free native trees to plant in recognition of Arbor Day 2025, which is the last weekend in April. This year’s annual native tree giveaway offers advance online pre-ordering, or limited same day pick-up. Trees are expected to run out quickly in both cases. “We need more trees in […]