Maryland DNR issues summer swimming safety reminders

BALTIMORE, MD—As summer officially gets under way, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding people to take safety precautions when swimming in public areas. The DNR stresses the importance of swimming near a lifeguard, staying sober while in or near the water, and never swimming alone. DNR officials also recommend wearing a life jacket or personal flotation device […]

Water Quality Advisory issued for part of Back River

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Health has issued a water quality advisory for tidal Back River in the vicinity of Cox Park. Recent sampling in that area indicates high levels of bacteria that could prove harmful with direct contact. “In response to recent public health concerns around water quality in sections of Back River, County Executive Johnny Olszewski directed […]

Chase Kalisz, BCPS grad, wins first gold medal for Team USA at Tokyo Olympics

HEREFORD, MD—A Baltimore County Public Schools graduate has won Team USA’s first gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics. Chase Kalisz, a Michael Phelps protege, won the men’s 400-meter individual medley at the Tokyo Aquatics Center.  Chase is a Hereford High School graduate and is competing in his second Summer Olympic Games. Phelps called the race for NBC some 50 yards […]