BCPS seeking volunteers for upcoming robotics events

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials are seeking volunteers to serve in key roles during upcoming robotics tournaments. The Robotics Education and Competition (REC) Foundation and VEX have partnered to provide free online training, testing, and certification for those interested in serving as volunteers. “Each event needs a certified head judge and a referee,” said Dr. Michael E. Grubbs, BCPS […]

Baltimore County Public Library to launch community holiday drive next week

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library will launch its “Connecting the Community” holiday drive next week. BCPL will be accepting donations of new and unused toys, clothing, and other items for families in need from Monday, November 13, through Wednesday, December 20. Donations can be dropped off during regular business hours—Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and […]

Baltimore County Public Schools announces events, activities for 2023 American Education Week

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools will observe American Education Week 2023 from Tuesday, November 14, through Friday, November 17, with countywide and school-based activities. Monday, November 13, is a professional development day for BCPS staff and schools will be closed for students. During the week, many schools will set aside specific times for parents and caregivers to visit their children’s […]

Officials to hold community input meeting to discuss revitalization of Rosedale Plaza

ROSEDALE, MD—A community input meeting will be held later this month to discuss the future of the Rosedale Plaza shopping center. The event will be held 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. on November 30 at Mount Pleasant Church. Attendees will include representatives from the State of Maryland, Baltimore County, and Baltimore City. Mount Pleasant Church & Ministries is located at 6000 […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of November 6

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials say the base has firing operations scheduled for the week of November 6, 2023. APG has firing operations scheduled Monday, November 6 – Thursday, November 9 from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and on Friday, November 10 from approximately 6:00 p.m. to midnight. Noise may be heard in some areas off […]

Baltimore County officials unveil comprehensive Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation on Monday released its first-ever countywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (PDF). The document offers a strategic roadmap for the development of active transportation infrastructure, and was created to reflect the evolving needs of Baltimore County communities. It updates and builds upon the Eastern Pedestrian and Bicycle Access Plan (2006) […]

Kingsville community to hold first annual Christmas tree lighting event

KINGSVILLE, MD—A new tradition will be born in Kingsville later this month. Beltway Landing will be holding its first annual Christmas tree lighting event 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 30, 2023. The event will take place in the parking lot of Beltway Lending, located at 7400 Bradshaw Road in Kingsville (21087). Admission is free and attendees 16 and […]