Famous Footwear to close on THE AVENUE at White Marsh, Fan Outfitters to open

WHITE MARSH, MD—THE AVENUE at White Marsh is losing one store and gaining another. Famous Footwear will close its store on THE AVENUE this month, officials announced this week. Fan Outfitters will soon be located in that space. Fan Outfitters carries local pro and college fan gear and is “passionate about our goal of bringing fans across the globe access […]

BCPS Online Learning Program opens for 2025-2026 applications

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools’ Online Learning Program will begin accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year on November 8 at 1 p.m., officials said on Friday. The program offers full-time online instruction for students in grades 4-12 and is open to any student eligible to attend a Baltimore County public school. Classes are taught by certified BCPS teachers from […]

Baltimore County, southern Harford County lane closures announced for October 4 – 11

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced major lane closures for the coming weekend and week in Baltimore 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 Ave. – County Waterline […]

DNR: Black bears actively searching for food in Maryland

BALTIMORE, MD—As Maryland residents prepare for the changing seasons, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding the public about the increased activity of black bears in the fall. During this time, bears are preparing for winter hibernation by foraging for food. This often leads to bears traveling across roads more frequently and potentially becoming more attracted to human-provided […]

Maryland State Police to celebrate National Faith & Blue Weekend with communities across the state

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police will join communities across the state in celebrating National Faith & Blue Weekend later this month. The initiative is a collaboration between law enforcement and faith-based organizations that aims to strengthen communities. National Faith & Blue Weekend takes place October 11-14, 2024.  The weekend’s events will include a trunk-or-treat event for Harford County residents hosted by […]

White Marsh Mall to hold Mall-O-Ween celebration

WHITE MARSH, MD—Get ready for a spooktacular time at White Marsh Mall’s Mall-O-Ween. The event will feature an afternoon full of thrilling activities, featuring mall-wide trick-or-treating, a pet costume contest, a reptile show, and more. Mall-O-Ween takes place on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. mall-wide. White Marsh Mall welcomes kids to come dressed in full […]

Baltimore County appoints new director of Department of Public Works and Transportation

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski has appointed Lauren Buckler as director of the Department of Public Works and Transportation, officials announced on Tuesday. Buckler, a Baltimore County native, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and a Master’s degree in Project Management from George Washington University. Buckler held several senior leadership positions […]

Maryland DNR warns drivers to be cautious during deer mating season

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is warning drivers to pay attention to their surroundings and watch out for deer during their mating season. The mating season for white-tailed deer begins in mid-October and lasts throughout November and early December, according to the department. During this time, deer often travel across roads at unpredictable times of day in search […]