Scattered storms possible in Baltimore area on Thursday

BALTIMORE, MD—Thursday will be a hot and steamy day in the Baltimore area, and the National Weather Service says scattered storms are possible as well. Temperatures should reach the low-to-mid-90s in many locations on Thursday. Scattered to numerous storms are expected late Thursday afternoon and into Thursday evening. Some storms could be severe. Localized flooding is also possible. Forecasters say […]

Baltimore County Fire Department promotes 10 members

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Fire Department has promoted ten of its members. Fire Chief Joanne Rund has announced promotions of 10 members to the ranks of EMS Captain, EMS Lieutenant, Fire Lieutenant and Fire Specialist. EMS CAPTAIN EMS Lt. Amanda Wensel EMS Lt. Pamela Westfall EMS LIEUTENANT PMFC Emily Dilworth FIRE LIEUTENANT Fire Specialist Brendan Berkeridge Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Scott […]

Baltimore County Police Department to hold promotion, swearing-in ceremony for Auxiliary Police Team

TOWSON, MD—On Wednesday, July 13, 2023, Baltimore County Police Chief Robert McCullough, Lieutenant Thomas, and Auxiliary Colonel Roberts will participate in the swearing-in and promotions ceremony for members of the Auxiliary Police Team. During the ceremony, the following members will be recognized: Auxiliary Members to be Sworn-In: Officer Anschuetz Lieutenant Martin Officer Salami Officer Cashion Sergeant Payne Officer Zalusky Officer […]

Code Orange Air Quality Alert issued for Thursday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Thursday in the Baltimore area. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people suffering from asthma, heart disease or other lung diseases and the elderly. The effects […]

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 […]

Code Orange Air Quality Alert issued for Wednesday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Wednesday in the Baltimore area. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people suffering from asthma, heart disease or other lung diseases and the elderly. The effects […]

Northern Lights may be visible in Maryland this week

BALTIMORE, MD—If you’ve always wanted to get a peek at the Northern Lights, this could be your week. The Northern Lights, A.K.A. the aurora borealis, could be visible in parts of Maryland on Thursday, July 13, 2023, according to DelMarVaNow.com. The University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute forecasts that auroral activity will be high this Thursday, with hyperactive light displays […]