BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground to conduct firing tests on Friday, Saturday

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials say the base has firing operations scheduled for this weekend. APG has firing operations scheduled for Friday, November 17 from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and on Saturday, November 18 from approximately 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Military weapons, watercraft and/or aircraft may be visible during testing hours. Residents may hear weapons […]

Outdoor burning discouraged in Baltimore area as fire risks increase

BALTIMORE, MD—Outdoor burning is being discouraged across the state of Maryland on Tuesday afternoon and evening due to dry conditions and gusty winds. The National Weather Service says elevated conditions conducive to wildfire spread are expected through early evening with northwest winds gusting 20-30 mph and minimum relative humidity values between 15 and 30 percent across much of the Mid-Atlantic. […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of November 13

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials say the base has firing operations scheduled for the week of November 13, 2023. APG has daytime and nighttime testing and training scheduled for Monday, November 13 through Friday, November 16 2023, from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. (midnight).  Noise may be heard in some areas off the installation. Military weapons, […]

Armed robbery reported in Fullerton, homes burglarized in Parkville

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police are investigating two robberies and three burglaries that were reported over the past week. At around 3 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, three suspects with a potential weapon robbed victims in the 6100-block of Saint Regis Road (21206). At just before 10:45 p.m. on Thursday, November 9, suspects entered a residence in the 8600-block of Castlemill Circle […]

Councilman Marks: DICK’S Warehouse Sale coming to Perring Plaza

PARKVILLE, MD—A new store will soon be coming to Perring Plaza. Councilman David Marks on Friday announced that Dick’s Warehouse Sale will be opening in the former Burlington Coat Factory location. Dick’s Warehouse Sale is an outlet/warehouse version of the popular Dick’s Sporting Goods chain that offers merchandise at clearance prices. Dick’s will join the Giant supermarket that is opening […]

Baltimore County offices to close on Friday for Veterans Day

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices, senior centers and CountyRide van service will be closed on Friday, November 10, 2023 in recognition of Veterans Day. All Baltimore County Public Library branches will be closed on Friday, November 10 and Saturday, November 11. Parking meters must be fed, and Baltimore County Revenue Authority parking garages and the Towson LOOP will operate as […]

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 […]