Maryland health officials offer tips on preventing spread of coronavirus

UPDATE: Health officials confirm that a Maryland resident has been tested for coronavirus. Original story below… —— BALTIMORE, MD—As public health officials around the world are monitoring a new coronavirus strain (2019-nCoV) first identified in the Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China, there are some basic facts to know about coronaviruses. Coronaviruses are part of a family of viruses that can […]

Councilman Marks: Two community meetings to focus on community crime-fighting

PERRY HALL, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Monday reminded residents of two upcoming community meetings where residents can learn about what is being done to combat crime. Both meetings will be held on Tuesday, January 28, 2020. The Parkville Police Community Relations Council will meet at Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 9833 Harford Road at 7 p.m., but there will […]

Overnight house fire reported in Fallston

FALLSTON, MD—Crews responded to a house fire in Fallston overnight. The fire was reported at around 4:15 a.m. in the 2000-block of Carrs Mill Road. Units arrived to find that a fire had broken out in the home’s detached garage. There has been no word on any injuries or whether the home itself suffered any damage. [Image via Harford Fire […]

House fire reported in Middle River

UPDATE: The fire was on the deck of the residence and has been extinguished. Original story below… —— MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Crews are on the scene of a Saturday afternoon house fire in Middle River. The fire was reported at just after 4:45 p.m. on Red Bud Court (21220). Units arrived to find fire showing from the rear of the residence. […]

WMVFC mourns passing of firehouse dog, Ember

WHITE MARSH, MD—The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company shared some sad news on Saturday morning. The station’s firehouse dog, Ember, has passed away. “To Ember, your howl and cold nose will be missed forever through the halls of the firehouse,” WMVFC said on Facebook. “We all hope you’ve found a fire engine to ride up there and a patio to […]

Crash reported on I-695 inner loop

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Crews are on the scene of a Saturday morning crash on I-695. For those heading toward the Nottingham area, the crash was reported at around 8:45 a.m. along the inner loop of I-695 at Loch Raven Boulevard. Two of the three inner loop lanes are blocked. There has been no word on any injuries. Motorists should use caution in […]