Maryland receives $10.87 million in federal funds from Homeland Security to enhance state, local preparedness

REISTERSTOWN, MD—The Maryland Department of Emergency Management has distributed more than $10.87 million to prepare State and local governments against terrorist attacks. The State award was issued in May by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and MDEM recently announced its distribution to partners in Maryland. “The safety of Maryland and the protection of our residents is a top priority […]

Frost Advisory issued for Sunday morning in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for the Baltimore area. The advisory will be in effect for Baltimore County and Baltimore City from 2 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Sunday morning. Forecasters say temperatures as low as 34 degrees will result in frost formation. Frost could kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered. Residents should take […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground to conduct testing on Saturday

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground has announced that the base will conduct testing on Saturday, October 29, from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Military weapons and watercraft will be visible during daytime and nighttime hours. Residents may hear weapons firing and see flashes or light visible off post from illumination devices. These operations are not hazardous to […]

Maryland State Police, BCoPD participating in National Drug Take Back Day on October 29

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Police and Baltimore County Police Department, in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration, are asking citizens to dispose of unwanted prescription drugs during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, on Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. State police barracks throughout Maryland will be participating in the National Drug Take Back Day. […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of October 24

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials have announced that daytime and nighttime testing operations are scheduled for this week.  Testing is scheduled for Tuesday, October 25 through Friday, October 28 from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Military weapons and watercraft will be visible during daytime and nighttime hours. Residents may hear weapons firing and see flashes or […]

Baltimore County Public Library to launch Teen Advisory Board

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library this week announced the launch of a new Teen Advisory Board (TAB) program that runs from December 2022 to March 2023. As a part of TAB, teenagers gain leadership and teamwork skills, create a teen-led community service project, give input on programs, services and new initiatives, earn service-learning hours and make new friends. Applications are […]

Baby blankets sold at HomeGoods, T.J. Maxx, Marshalls recalled due to strangulation risk

BALTIMORE, MD—TJX is recalling over 100,000 baby blankets due to entrapment and strangulation hazards. This recall involves Mittal International chenille weave baby blankets sold in cream, blush, taupe, mint, gray, lavender, ivory, ochre, pale blue, sage, and terracotta colors with a “Made in India” hangtag with an elephant design. The blankets have fringe around the edges and measure about 32 […]