Councilman Marks provides update on Forge Road water project

UPDATE: The Forge Road water line project has been completed. Original story below… —— PERRY HALL, MD—Councilman David Marks on Wednesday provided an update on the Forge Road water project. The project is currently approximately 75 percent completed. When the installation of the water main and services is completed, Baltimore County will be resurfacing the travel lane that includes the […]

BGE urges customers to take advantage of flexible payment options, energy assistance in advance of end of moratorium on service terminations on Nov. 15

BALTIMORE, MD—BGE this week reminded customers there are many payment and billing options and energy assistance programs available for those having difficulty keeping their accounts up to date. BGE officials say service terminations, which were suspended in March, are a last resort and many times, can be avoided, if customers contact them to discuss options before their accounts are in […]

Maryland Public Service Commission prohibits utility shut-offs through November 15, 2020

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Public Service Commission, in an emergency action, has prohibited residential utility service terminations through November 15, 2020. Governor Larry Hogan’s Executive Order prohibiting service terminations and late fees is set to expire on Tuesday, September 1, 2020. The Commission, which on Monday concluded hearings to examine the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on customers and utility finances, […]

Water main break reported in Rosedale

ROSEDALE, MD—A water main break in Rosedale has left many residents without service. The Department of Public Works reports that a ten-inch diameter water main has ruptured in the 6700-block of Golden Ring Road (21237). Fifty customers, three hydrants, and one un-named major facility are without service. There has been no ETA on repairs. Motorists should use caution in the […]

Vehicle goes over Carney guardrail: 1 trapped, power lines down

UPDATE: The vehicle went over the embankment and is underneath the power lines, according to the Providence Volunteer Fire Company.  Crews used special equipment to rescue the patient.  There has been no update on her condition.  Photo via PVFC. Original story below… —— CARNEY, MD—Crews are on the scene of a serious, Thursday morning crash in Carney. The crash was […]

Flooding in White Marsh leaves residents without gas, electric service

WHITE MARSH, MD—Tropical Storm Isaias swept through Maryland quickly, but it left a lasting impression on some families in White Marsh. Homes in the 10900-block of Philadelphia Road were still “flooded out” on Wednesday. Baltimore County Storm Water Management and CSX are coordinating to resolve the issue.  CSX has reportedly identified the blockage and is working to pump the water […]