Baltimore County launches pilot program to increase recycling in multi-family housing communities

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPWT) has launched a pilot program to improve recycling and reduce contamination in multi-family housing communities. The program aims to address challenges faced by residents in these communities, such as limited space for storing recyclables and lack of convenient drop-off points. The initiative began with 410 units at the Twin […]

45-year-old man killed after crashing into tree in Baltimore County

PIKESVILLE, MD—A 45-year-old man died after he struck a tree while driving in Pikesville on Saturday morning, according to Baltimore County police. Adedeji Ajala was driving a 2006 Mercedes-Benz C280 southbound on Rolling Road when he left the roadway for an unknown reason and struck a tree at around 5 a.m., police said. The crash occurred at the intersection of […]

Eleven Marylanders win lottery prizes of $50,000 or more over past 7 days

BALTIMORE, MD—A total of 11 Maryland Lottery players in the state won prizes of $50,000 or more in the past week, including a $100,000 winner in Reisterstown, a $57,777 winner in Cockeysville, and $50,000 prizes in Aberdeen, Arnold, Baltimore (3), Bowie, Parkville, Pikesville, and Middle River. Across Maryland, and across all games, the Lottery paid more than $25.7 million in […]

Suspect arrested following fatal stabbing during Baltimore County domestic dispute

PIKESVILLE, MD—Baltimore County police say they have a suspect in custody after a fatal stabbing during a New Year’s Eve domestic dispute. Officers were dispatched to the 100-block of Brightside Avenue in Pikesville (21208) at around 1:45 p.m. on December 31 for a reported domestic dispute between a family member and the homeowner, according to the department. When they arrived, […]

Baltimore County invests $9.5M in historic Pikesville Armory transformation

PIKESVILLE, MD—Baltimore County will invest $9.5 million to help transform the historic Pikesville Armory into a community hub, officials announced. The funding will support the construction of outdoor athletic fields, a walking path, and destination playgrounds. The county’s commitment is part of a multi-phased plan to redevelop the 14-acre property, which includes a state-of-the-art senior center and indoor and outdoor […]

New leadership announced for Baltimore County Board of Education

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Board of Education selected Jane Lichter as its chair and Robin Harvey as its vice chair during a meeting on Tuesday, December 3rd. Both officers will serve one-year terms. Lichter, a resident of Pikesville and former educator, was elected to the Board of Education in 2022. She served her first one-year term as Board Chair. Harvey, […]

Teenager wanted for murder in Baltimore County

TOWSON, MD—Police in Baltimore County are searching for a 16-year-old whom they say is wanted for the murder of another 16-year-old. Detectives have obtained an arrest warrant for Brayan Rodriguez in connection with Sunday afternoon’s shooting in the 1700-block of Reisterstown Road, according to the department. Police found the 16-year-old victim with a gunshot wound when they arrived at the […]

16-year-old killed in fatal Baltimore County shooting

PIKESVILLE, MD—Police are investigating after a teenager was shot and killed in Baltimore County on Sunday. At just after 2 p.m. on October 27, 2024, officers responded to the 1700-block of Reisterstown Road in Pikesville for a reported shooting. Upon arrival, officers located the victim who sustained a gunshot wound. The 16-year-old victim was transported to a local hospital, where […]