Food truck fire reported in Edgewood

EDGEWOOD, MD—Crews battled a food truck fire in Edgewood on Friday evening. The blaze broke out at around 6:00 p.m. on July 11 in the 2700-block of Beckon Drive, according to the Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company. Units arrived to find a food truck engulfed in flames. The fire was quickly extinguished and no injuries were reported. Photo via JMVFC

Nine impaired boaters charged in Maryland during July 4 weekend enforcement

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) charged nine impaired boaters and investigated nine reportable boating accidents during its annual “Operation Dry Water” campaign over the July 4 weekend. No boating fatalities were recorded during the holiday period, which ran from July 4 to July 6. NRP officers made nine arrests for Operating While Under the Influence of Alcohol (OUI) […]

Dill Dinkers Pickleball celebrates grand opening in White Marsh

WHITE MARSH, MD—There’s a fresh new pickleball venue in White Marsh. Dill Dinkers Pickleball held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 10, 2025. Among those in attendance for the event were Councilman David Marks, Delegate Nick Allen, Delegate Kim Ross, Councilman Patrick Young, and Liliana Norkaitis representing Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga. Representatives from the Chesapeake […]

Baltimore County’s Summer Restaurant Week begins

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County’s Summer Restaurant Week officially began on Friday, July 11, offering special deals and menu items at more than 45 participating establishments across the county. The culinary event will run through Sunday, July 20th. The initiative aims to highlight the diverse dining scene within Baltimore County, from Halethorpe to Phoenix and Middle River. “Restaurant Week is a great […]

Baltimore County Fire Department promotes two members

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Fire Department has promoted two of its members. Fire Chief Joseph Dixon, Sr., has announced the promotions of two BCoFD members to the rank of Fire Captain. The following members have been promoted: FIRE CAPTAIN: Fire Lieutenant Katherine Coleman Fire Lieutenant Brian Woodley The promotions will become effective on July 26th. Photo via Atlantic Emergency Solutions

Maryland State Fire Marshal unveils redesigned 2024 fire fatality report with interactive data

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal has released its 2024 Annual Fire Fatality Report, featuring a complete redesign that offers interactive graphics and county-level breakdowns to enhance public understanding of fire-related deaths across the state. The report details 73 fire-related fatalities recorded in Maryland during 2024. It provides insights into contributing factors such as the absence of […]

Senator Jennings tours Hickey School amid safety, staffing concerns; DJS Acting Secretary pledges reforms

PARKVILLE, MD—State Sen. J.B. Jennings visited the Charles H. Hickey Jr. School in Parkville on Tuesday, July 8, to assess safety conditions and address ongoing concerns about staffing and accountability at the juvenile detention facility. The tour comes amid increased scrutiny of the Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) and followed the resignation of the former secretary. Jennings was joined by […]