Hover-1 Helix hoverboards recalled after reports of fire from overheated lithium-ion batteries

WASHINGTON—DGL Group is recalling approximately 25,000 Hover-1 Helix hoverboards due to the fact that their lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard. This recall involves certain Hover-1 Helix hoverboards. The recalled hoverboards have serial numbers containing 15914, 19203, or 19988 as the fifth code in the six-code serial number affixed to the bottom of the board. The hoverboards were […]

Maryland State Police to increase patrols over Christmas weekend

PIKESVILLE, MD—Maryland State Police, beginning Friday, will be increasing patrols through Christmas weekend as millions of Marylanders are expected to hit the highways. State troopers from all 23 barracks will focus on impaired, aggressive and distracted driving while conducting saturation patrols on roads with high DUI incidents. Enforcement is bolstered by funds from the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle […]

Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks announces efforts to modernize delivery of programs, streamline services

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks this week announced new innovative efforts to modernize delivery of programs, advance equity, and streamline services in order to promote transparency and ensure efficient and equitable opportunities for all residents in Baltimore County. “Baltimore County offers excellent parks, modern facilities and interactive recreational activities, and ensuring community members have streamlined – […]

NOW YOU KNOW: Holiday greetings from the Delegates

The following is an op-ed piece from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. In honor of the upcoming Christmas holiday, the delegates wanted to take some time to highlight their favorite holiday traditions as well as the many local community events they have attended. Delegate Kathy Szeliga enjoyed attending the St. Paul Lutheran Christmas Concert and watching her granddaughters perform. […]

Delegate Jackson sponsors toy giveaway for local elementary school students

BALTIMORE, MD—State Delegate Carl Jackson is planning to deliver 150 toys to deserving children from across the district. Representing the 8th legislative district of Maryland, Delegate Jackson was initially appointed to the seat in 2021 before winning the seat outright in 2022 by an overwhelming margin. The former Baltimore County alum has made it his mission while in office to […]

Baltimore County releases new food pantry locator tool

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County this week released a new web tool displaying community partner food distribution sites across the county. Developed by Baltimore County’s BCSTAT team, the Food Pantry Locator web tool includes detailed information community food access locations and residents may enter an address, or press “Use my location” and adjust the distance slider to view food pantries near them […]

Baltimore County Public Schools partners with Talkspace to provide free telehealth therapy to high school students year-round

BALTIMORE, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools this week announced a new partnership with Talkspace, a leading online behavioral health care company, to provide free, unlimited telehealth therapy for all BCPS high school students ages 13 and above. Beginning December 2023, more than 32,000 students will have access to high-quality, messaging therapy and evidenced-based mental health resources. This districtwide program offers support […]

TGI Fridays boneless chicken bites recalled due to possible presence of plastic pieces

WASHINGTON—Simmons Prepared Foods Inc. is recalling approximately 26,550 pounds of TGI Fridays boneless chicken bites products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically pieces of clear, hard plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced. The boneless chicken bites items were produced on Oct. 3, 2023. The following products are subject to recall […]