Fullerton residents asked to shelter-in-place after shots fired

UPDATE: Police say the shelter-in-place has been lifted and two suspects have been taken into custody. Original story below… ——— NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police are asking residents in the Fullerton area to shelter-in-place following reports of shots fired. Police say residents in the area of Belair Road, Fitch Avenue, and Rossville Boulevard (21236) should remain indoors until further notice. At just before […]

Councilman Marks, local community groups announce series of litter clean-ups

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Councilman David Marks and several local community groups have announced a series of litter clean-up events throughout northeastern Baltimore County in the coming weeks. Students seeking service hours or those looking to make a difference in the community are encouraged to attend. Friday, March 29, 2024 10 a.m. 4300 Fitch Avenue (21236) MD Waterways Foundation Saturday, April 20, 2024 […]

Suspect arrested after brandishing knife at Overlea bus stop, Fullerton storage facility burglarized.

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police are investigating a pair of local crimes that were reported in recent days. At 9 p.m. on Monday, May 24, an individual broke into the Extra Space Storage facility located in the 4500-block of Fitch Avenue (21236). The suspect stole multiple power tools and construction equipment, then fled the scene. At around 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 29, […]

Fullerton house fire leaves one dead

NOTTINGHAM, MD—A 75-year-old man has died from injuries sustained in a Thursday night house fire in Fullerton. The victim has been identified as Michael Richard Praglowski. He was pronounced dead at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. At just after 11 p.m. on Thursday night, crews responded to a dwelling fire in the 4500-block of Fitch Avenue (21236). Responding personnel did […]

Baltimore County Fire Department crew from Fullerton recognized for exceptional performance during recent fire

FULLERTON, MD—A local fire crew has been recognized for their heroic efforts during a recent house fire. A Baltimore County Fire Department Unit Citation has been awarded to Fullerton Truck 8, Fire Lt. Brandon Watkins (off-duty), and other personnel. The award was presented in recognition of the crew’s exceptional performance during a November 12, 2020 dwelling fire with rescue on […]

Councilman Marks: overnight truck parking to be prohibited on Fitch Avenue

FULLERTON, MD—Parking restrictions will be implemented on Fitch Avenue to try to eliminate overnight parking by buses and tractor trailers, Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced on Monday. Baltimore County will install signs that read “No Parking 11:00 pm- 6:00 am,” like those erected nearby on Wever Road. The signs will be located near the Fullerton Plaza shopping center. “These […]

House fire reported in Fullerton

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Crews are on the scene of a Sunday afternoon house fire in Fullerton. The fire was reported at just before 4 p.m. in the area of Fitch Avenue at Fitch Lane (21236). Units arrived to find fire showing from a dwelling at the scene. There has been no report of any injuries. Motorists should use caution in the area.

Councilman Marks: space included for police substation in Fitch Avenue project

Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced on Wednesday that the developer of a commercial project in the Fullerton area will dedicate space for a police substation. SAFStor, Inc., will allocate room in its facility where police can hold meetings and conduct business closer to the Fullerton and Rossville Boulevard areas. Additionally, the building will have three storage units that a local […]