BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for this week

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground has daytime and nighttime testing operations scheduled for Tuesday, September 6, from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Additionally, APG has testing and soldier training scheduled for September 7 – 9, approximately 8:30 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. Noise may be heard in some areas off the installation. Military weapons and watercraft will be […]

Flood Watch issued for Tuesday in Baltimore area, several inches of rain expected

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Tuesday in the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from 4 a.m. to 2 p.m. on September 6th. Forecasters say heavy showers and a few thunderstorms are expected to drop 2–3 inches of rainfall, with up to 5 inches possible in some areas. Residents should monitor local […]

Maryland State Police to target impaired, aggressive, distracted drivers over Labor Day weekend

PIKESVILLE, MD—As the unofficial end to summer approaches with the Labor Day weekend, Maryland State Police will be on the lookout for impaired, distracted and aggressive drivers. In preparation for the expected high volume of traffic and the potential for many more impaired drivers than on a typical weekend, Maryland State troopers will be on alert. With an increase in […]

No Baltimore County trash, recycling or yard materials collection on Labor Day; drop-off centers closed

TOWSON, MD – On Monday, September 5, trash, single stream recyclables, and yard materials will not be collected in Baltimore County and all drop-off centers will be closed. Residents are reminded that this holiday will follow the County’s new “slide” schedule for make-up collection days. All trash, recycling and yard material curbside collections scheduled on or after Monday, September 5, […]

Storms possible in Baltimore area on Tuesday afternoon, evening

BALTIMORE, MD—Fall may be approaching, but the summer weather pattern lives on in the Baltimore area. Tuesday will be hot and humid, but a passing cold front will trigger scattered to numerous thunderstorms. The National Weather Service says there is a marginal risk of severe storms on Tuesday afternoon and evening.  Storms will be most likely to develop between 2 […]

BCPS welcomes 111,000 students for 2022-2023 school year, Rossville Elementary opens its doors [VIDEO]

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools welcomed more than 111,000 students on Monday, August 29 into its 176 schools for the start of the 2022-2023 school year. BCPS new hires for the school year include nearly 800 teachers, 62.5 office professionals, 11.4 health assistants, 100 paraeducators, and 21 principals. “The start of a new school year is an incredibly exciting time […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of August 29

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials have announced that the base will conduct firing tests this week. APG has firing operations schedule daily from Monday, August 29 through Friday, September 2, between approximately 8:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. The surrounding communities may hear weapon fire and see flashes of light visible off-post from illumination devices. These operations are […]

Baltimore County Public Library encourages families to use branches as resource during upcoming school year

TOWSON, MD—Another school year is underway for Baltimore County Public Schools’ students and staff. Baltimore County Public Library officials are reminding families that the library is more than just books. BCPL has access to several in-person and online tools, e-sources, and engaging programs to help students and their families navigate the school year. While all Baltimore County residents are able […]