Police investigating 4 local robberies

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police in Baltimore County are investigating four local robberies that were reported in recent days. At just after 2:15 p.m. on Sunday, October 27, 2024, a known suspect used an implied weapon to rob someone in the 3100-block of East Joppa Road in Carney (21234).  The suspect fled the scene and was later apprehended. At around 11:30 p.m. on […]

Nominations sought for Fifth District Citizens of the Year

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has announced the the start of nominations for the Fifth District Citizens of the Year program. This initiative, started in 2011, honors volunteers who work above and beyond to improve their neighborhoods. Nominees should be residents of the Fifth County Council district (PDF), and should have worked, in a nonpartisan way, on projects to […]

NOW YOU KNOW: Election Day Approaches – Key Information for Baltimore County Voters

The following is an update from Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga. Election Day is almost here! Next Tuesday, November 5, marks a pivotal moment for the 2024 presidential election. Early voting has already begun, and as your elected officials, we encourage everyone to take advantage of this essential democratic right. Every vote counts, and every voter matters in making a […]

Baltimore County Public Library unveils new mobile library STREAM Vehicle

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library on Tuesday introduced its latest innovation in community outreach—the STREAM Vehicle, a mobile library designed to bring educational programming with cutting-edge technology, creativity and fun to youth and families across Baltimore County. Along with traditional services, this library on wheels offers hands-on experiences with makerspaces, fiber arts, virtual reality, gaming, music creation and traditional arts […]

Man shot and killed in Overlea

OVERLEA, MD—Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Overlea on Sunday night. At just after 9 p.m. on October 27, 2024, officers responded to the area of Belair Road and Madeline Avenue (21206) for a reported assault in progress. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to […]

Baltimore County Police Department offers ‘transaction safe zones’ for online transactions

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Police are reminding residents that all ten of their precincts offer “Transaction Safe Zones” for child custody exchanges and online purchase transactions. These zones provide a safe and monitored location for the public to conduct these transactions. They are open to the public, well-lit, and under video surveillance 24/7. The zones are clearly marked with signage. The […]

Baltimore County kicks off 2024 Fall Litter Blitz

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County is once again encouraging residents to beautify their communities by participating in the county’s “Fall Litter Blitz.” County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced the initiative on Thursday, October 24, inviting groups and residents to organize and participate in litter cleanups throughout the county. “Environmental action begins at home and in our communities, and it’s up to all of […]