Health officials searching for man who removed rabid raccoon from Baltimore County road

TOWSON, MD – Officials with the Baltimore County Department of Health are attempting to locate a man who removed a rabid raccoon from a Baltimore County roadway. On Friday, August 16, police responded to a call about a raccoon that was hit by a car on Slade Avenue in Pikesville (21208). The raccoon has tested positive for rabies and health […]

High temperatures expected through weekend

NOTTINGHAM, MD – The heat is on for the rest of this week. Temperatures are expected to reach 90 degrees and higher over the next several days in the Nottingham area. Baltimore County has several “cooling centers” with access to water and bathrooms that offer relief from the heat. Nineteen convenient branches of the Baltimore County Public Library are open […]

Nottingham-area cooling centers offer relief from scorching temperatures

NOTTINGHAM, MD – Temperatures are expected to reach 90 degrees and higher over the next several days and Baltimore County has several “cooling centers” with access to water and bathrooms that are available to offer relief from the heat. Nineteen convenient branches of the Baltimore County Public Library are open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday […]

Baltimore County government offices, facilities announce closure for Fourth of July holiday

TOWSON, MD – Baltimore County government offices and the District and Circuit Courts will be closed on Thursday, July 4th. in recognition of the Independence Day holiday. Health Department clinics and senior centers will be closed and CountyRide vans will not operate. All branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4. Parking meters will […]

Olszewski announces plans to accelerate Baltimore County’s response to the opioid epidemic

TOWSON, MD – Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Thursday announced plans to accelerate the county’s response to the opioid crisis by engaging members of the public and convening an expert working group. Beginning this week, members of the public are encouraged to provide input through an online survey (available in both English and Spanish). In addition, residents will have […]

Rabid raccoon found in Carney

CARNEY, MD – The Baltimore County Department of Health is warning local residents after officials recovered a rabid raccoon this week. The dead animal was found in the 2700-block of Summit Avenue at Strabane Court (21234) on the evening of Wednesday, May 8, 2019. The animal tested positive for rabies. If you, your pet, or anyone you know has recently […]

Baltimore County offices closed for Presidents’ Day holiday

Towson, MD – Baltimore County government offices, and the District and Circuit Courts, will be closed on Monday, February 18, in recognition of the Presidents’ Day holiday. Health Department clinics, libraries and senior centers will be closed, and CountyRide vans will not operate. Parking meters must be fed and Baltimore County Revenue Authority parking garages will be open as usual. […]

Holiday closing schedule announced for Baltimore County offices

Baltimore County government offices, and the District and Circuit Courts will be closed on Monday, December 24; Tuesday, December 25; and Tuesday, January 1, in recognition of the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. Health Department clinics and senior centers will also be closed and CountyRide vans will not operate. All branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be […]