NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police are investigating several local robberies that were reported over the past week. At just after 12:15 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2024, a suspect used an unknown object to threaten someone into giving up his watch in the area of Belair Road and Overlea Avenue in Overlea (21206). The suspect then fled on foot. At around 1:15 p.m. […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced major lane closures for the coming weekend and week in Baltimore County and southern Harford County. Officials say the closures could impact travel for those driving in the area. All work is weather permitting. The planned closures include the following: Baltimore County MD 140 (Reisterstown Rd.) between Pleasant Hill Rd. and Stocksdale […]
UPDATE: The 8-year-old child has died from his injuries. Nine cats also died in the fire. Original story below… DUNDALK, MD—An overnight house fire in Dundalk sent six civilians to area hospitals, officials say. Fire crews responded to the 3000-block of Dunleer Road (21222) at around 3:45 a.m. on Wednesday, September 4 for a report of a dwelling fire. Arriving […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation this week released its Draft Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) for Fiscal Years 2025 to 2030. The program outlines $18.9 billion in spending for transportation infrastructure and operations. The $18.9 billion plan represents a 1.3 billion decrease from the final capital program for fiscal year 2024 to 2029 due to reduced economic growth and an […]
ESSEX, MD—Get ready to celebrate Baltimore County’s waterfront culture and history. The Waterfront Festival is coming to Essex on Saturday, September 28, 2024 (rain date is October 5). The festival will be held 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Rocky Point Park and Beach. There will be live music, food truck, kayaking, games, and more. Admission is free. Rocky Point […]
PERRY HALL, MD—Officials have announced that another in-person meeting will be held in Perry Hall in September to discuss the BGE Brandon Shores transmission upgrade project. The project will affect Middle River, White Marsh, Kingsville, Fallston, and other areas in northeastern Baltimore County and southern Harford County. The project is necessary due to the announced retirement of Talen Energy’s Brandon […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Thursday will bring slightly cooler temperatures to the Baltimore area, but there will also be an increased risk of severe storms. The National Weather Service says that storms may develop throughout the region on Thursday afternoon and into Thursday evening. Forecasters say any storms that develop may be capable of producing isolated instances of damaging winds and flash flooding. […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) this week announced updates to the Income Eligibility Guidelines (IEGs) for free and reduced-price school meals, effective from August 28, 2024, through June 30, 2025. The guidelines, updated annually by the federal government, were adopted by MSDE through June 30, 2025. The eligibility for free and reduced-price meals is determined based on […]