Olszewski celebrates record number of trees planted in Baltimore County

TOWSON, MD—County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Thursday announced that Baltimore County has planted over 7,100 native trees in neighborhoods and commercial districts over the past three years. This initiative is a result of two of Olszewski’s urban reforestation programs: Operation ReTree Baltimore County and the Street Tree Replacement Program. The planting effort has spanned 46 communities to date. “Increasing Baltimore […]

Five teens arrested following attempted carjacking in Towson

TOWSON, MD—Five teenagers have been arrested in connection with an attempted carjacking in Towson. On November 30, officers with the Baltimore County Police Department apprehended five teens following an attempted carjacking that occurred in the 800-block of Dulaney Valley Road at approximately 8 p.m. Four of the five teens are also suspects in a reported assault that occurred in the […]

FREEDOM ROCKS 2024: FFCU’s epic night of music, fun, and giving back

ROSEDALE, MD—Freedom Federal Credit Union, through the Freedom to Help Foundation, hosted its first-ever Freedom Rocks ’24 Bull and Shrimp Roast on Saturday, November 16, raising over $21,000 to support its mission of enriching the community. The event brought together attendees for a night filled with food, fun, and philanthropy at Boumi Shriners in Rosedale. The proceeds from the sold-out […]

Armed carjacking reported at Towson Town Center

UPDATE: Three suspects have been arrested in connection with this incident. Original story below… TOWSON, MD—Police are investigating an armed carjacking that occurred on Wednesday night in Towson. At around 11:15 p.m. on November 27, 2024, officers with the Baltimore County Police Department responded to an armed carjacking that occurred at the Cheesecake Factory located at 825 Dulaney Valley Road. […]

Parkville woman claims $51K Racetrax prize after buying ticket in Perry Hall

PARKVILLE, MD—A Parkville woman is celebrating a life-changing win after scooping a $51,129 prize after buying a Racetrax ticket at a Wawa in Perry Hall. The lucky lady purchased the winning ticket at the Wawa located at 9809 Belair Road. The winner, a Baltimore County resident who has been playing the lottery for over 30 years, enjoys trying different games […]

Baltimore County waitress scores winning $50,000 lottery scratch-off

TOWSON, MD—A Baltimore County waitress won $50,000 playing the Maryland Lottery’s Deluxe Crossword game. She told Lottery officials that she doesn’t often buy scratch-off tickets. However, her luck changed when a family member reminded her about the fun of playing. The waitress said she had a $5 bill in her purse when her family member was stopping for lottery tickets […]

White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company announces WinterFest 2024 details, activities

WHITE MARSH, MD—The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company has announced details on its 2024 WinterFest celebration. WinterFest will feature Christmas tree sales, a train garden, breakfast with Santa and other fun holiday activities. Christmas tree sales will continue until inventory is sold out.  The holiday train garden will open on November 29th.  Breakfast with Santa (presented by Richardson Farms) will […]