Eight people seek to replace County Executive Olszewski when he leaves for Congress

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski (D) will soon be leaving for Congress, after defeating Kim Klacik (R) in the 2024 elections.  When he departs, a replacement will need to be found. There are currently eight individuals who are eager to fill the role. The next County Executive must also be a Democrat, as the as county charter requires the […]

Councilman Marks: Nottingham Middle School helps eliminate overcrowding

The following is an editorial piece from Councilman David Marks… This fall, we will celebrate the opening of the first new middle school in a half-century. Nottingham Middle School is located at 5210 King Avenue. The $100 million school is one of the largest and most sophisticated schools in Baltimore County, designed to accommodate more than 1,400 students from throughout […]

Weis Markets to install AEDs in stores, employees receive Stop the Bleed training

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Weis Markets locations are taking customer safety very seriously. The regional supermarket chain will soon have an automated external defibrillator (AED) available in each of its Maryland stores. Maryland House Bill 288 – The Joe Sheya Act requires each owner and operator of a “grocery store” or a specified restaurant, beginning January 1, 2025, to place an AED in […]

Councilman Marks: Agreement reached to preserve old Perry Hall school

PERRY HALL, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Sunday announced an agreement in which the old Perry Hall Elementary School will be recommended for protection as a historic landmark. In return, Councilman Marks will support rezoning the property to accommodate expanded business uses at the location. The owner, Gallagher Services, has entered into a contract with the Kraus family, longtime […]

Pappas celebrates grand opening of Perry Hall distribution, carry-out location

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Over the weekend, Pappas Seafood Company celebrated the grand opening of its new Perry Hall distribution & carry-out location. Councilman David Marks sponsored the legislation that allowed Pappas to open the new facility at the former ABC Rental site in the Perry Hall commercial revitalization district. “Congratulations to Pappas Seafood Company-Perry Hall on the opening of its Perry Hall […]

Ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Rossville Elementary School [VIDEO]

ROSEDALE, MD—The ribbon has officially been cut at northeastern Baltimore County’s newest elementary school. On Tuesday morning, students, faculty, parents, and elected officials joined together for the official ribbon-cutting for Rossville Elementary School. One of five new schools that will have opened between 2018 and 2024, this school serves parts of Dunfield, Fullerton, Perry Hall, Rossville, and White Marsh. Providing […]

Three retiring Perry Hall High School educators recognized

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Three Perry Hall High School educators who are retiring from Baltimore County Public Schools were recognized on Wednesday. Ms. McCauley, a guidance secretary, has been with BCPS for 16 years. Kathleen Watkins, Assistant Principal, has been with BCPS for 30 years. Melissa Laing, an administrative secretary, has been with BCPS for 20 years. The three were recognized on Wednesday […]

Three retiring Perry Hall Middle School educators recognized

PERRY HALL, MD—Three retiring Perry Hall Middle School educators were recognized this week. Tammy Mills, Patricia Chlan, and Leslie Klock are retiring from Baltimore County Public Schools after this school year. Councilman David Marks, Delegate Harry Bhandari, and Senator Kathy Klausmeier recognized the trio on Tuesday afternoon. “Congratulations and thank you to Tammy Mills, Patricia Chlan, and Leslie Klock on […]