BGE to perform utility work by helicopter September 22 – 28

NOTTINGHAM, MD—BGE will be using an utility helicopter contractor to perform work and inspect electric transmission structures along the right of way this week. The hours of operation will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., September 22 – 28, according to Councilman David Marks. Area residents and motorists may see the helicopter hovering near the flight path below. BGE […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of September 19

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground has daytime and nighttime testing operations scheduled for this week.  Testing and soldier training is scheduled for September 19 – 23, approximately 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Noise may be heard in some areas off the installation. Military weapons and watercraft will be visible during daytime and nighttime hours. Residents may hear weapons […]

Baltimore County Public Schools officials seek input on possible virtual learning during snow days

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials are asking for input on how to handle inclement weather days this school year. The Maryland State Department of Education has local school systems with an opportunity to use virtual inclement weather days throughout the year. The 2022-2023 school year includes 5 inclement weather days. BCPS is asking parents, staff, students, and community members […]

Olszewski nominates Baltimore County Police Accountability Board members

TOWSON, MD—County Executive Johnny Olszewski has nominated nine applicants to serve on Baltimore County’s Police Accountability Board. The nominees have been submitted to the County Council for discussion for this afternoon’s work session and confirmation at its September 19 legislative session. The Police Accountability Board (PAB), a civilian panel charged with working with law enforcement and county officials to make […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of September 12

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground has daytime and nighttime testing operations scheduled for this week.  Testing and soldier training is scheduled for September 12 – 16, approximately 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Noise may be heard in some areas off the installation. Military weapons and watercraft will be visible during daytime and nighttime hours. Residents may hear weapons […]

Flood Watch issued for Baltimore area on Monday, storms expected

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from Monday afternoon into Monday night. Forecasters say rainfall rates and slow moving/training storms could drop 2-3 inches of rain in a short time period. A few storms may be severe as well, producing isolated wind damage. Residents should stay […]

Maryland ‘Move Over’ law to expand on October 1

BALTIMORE, MD—Beginning October 1, 2022, the “Move Over” law in Maryland will expand. The expanded law will require motorists to make a lane change or slow down when approaching any stopped, standing, or parked vehicle displaying warning signals. Warning signals may include hazard lights, road flares, or other caution signals (traffic cones, caution signs, or non-vehicular warning signs). The expanded […]