Raised crosswalk to be built at Orems Elementary School

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Councilman David Marks on Friday announced that a raised pedestrian crosswalk will be constructed in Middle River. “I’m happy to announce that a raised pedestrian crosswalk will be constructed at Orems Elementary School in Middle River this summer or fall,” said Councilman Marks. “The crosswalk will hopefully improve public safety and slow speeds on a busy corridor used […]

Virtual meeting set for August to discuss traffic calming options along Forge Road

PERRY HALL, MD—A virtual meeting will be held next month to discuss traffic calming options for a busy, Perry Hall road. Councilman David Marks on Friday announced that the virtual session would be held at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 to discuss various traffic calming solutions for the Forge Road corridor. “Our office has arranged a question and […]

NOW YOU KNOW: Our eyes on NE Baltimore County

The following is an op-ed piece from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. As residents and representatives of Baltimore County, we were excited to hear about the opening of a second location of a popular restaurant, The Local, at The Avenue at White Marsh. This farm-to-table restaurant is a gem in Harford County and will be a great addition to […]

Councilman Marks issues statement after Board of Education approves boundary study

NOTTINGHAM, MD—At its Tuesday evening meeting, the Board of Education of Baltimore County voted 6-2 to approve the original recommended school zoning map after delaying finalization of boundary changes for middle schools. The agreed upon map looks to reduce school capacity to 93% or less. Two board members, Felicia Stolusky and Brenda Savoy, abstained from voting, according to The Baltimore […]

Bryan Thanner named principal at new Northeast Middle School

ROSEDALE, MD—Bryan Thanner has been named principal at the new Northeast Middle School. Thanner previously served as principal at Stemmers Run Middle School. Under his leadership, in 2019, SRMS became the first BCPS school authorized by the International Baccalaureate as an IB World School for the Middle Years Programme (MYP). “Baltimore County Councilman David Marks and I are excited to […]

Abbey Campbell named principal of Perry Hall High School

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Abbey Campbell has been named the new principal at Perry Hall High School. Campbell brings more than two decades of experience in Baltimore County Public Schools and joins PHHS from Owings Mills High School. She holds a bachelor degree in education from Appalachian State University and a master’s degree in educational leadership and administration from Johns Hopkins University. She […]

Councilman Marks announces nearly 10 miles of road resurfacing throughout northeast Baltimore County

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has announced that nearly ten miles of road resurfacing is planned over the next construction season throughout northeastern Baltimore County.   The improvements touch nearly every community in the Fifth District, particularly the long-neglected Carney neighborhood centered at Old Harford Road. “I would like to thank County Executive Olszewski and his staff for working closely […]

Baltimore County Council passes legislation to advance revitalization of Middle River Depot

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Baltimore County Council advanced an important piece of legislation this week. On Monday, July 3, the County Council passed legislation that will advance the revitalization of the Middle River Depot. The depot, now known as Aviation Station, played a critical role in manufacturing thousands of aircraft during World War II.  Reich Brothers is currently renovating the historic […]