Baltimore’s July 4th celebration to include drones for first time

BALTIMORE, MD—Baltimore City will host two distinct Fourth of July celebrations this year, featuring the traditional fireworks at the Inner Harbor and an inaugural partnership with the Annual Cherry Hill Arts & Music Waterfront Festival, which will include a drone show, Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced this week. “This year, we’re partnering with one of my favorite festivals, the Cherry […]

Baltimore County to hold Small Area Plan meeting in Middle River

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Planning will hold a meeting on the Small Area Plan for White Marsh, Essex-Middle River, Bowleys Quarters, and Rossville/Rosedale. The in-person meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2025 at the Middle River Recreation Activity Center. A virtual meeting will also be held on Tuesday, June 24th. Additional information […]

Nottingham Panda Express invites customers to ‘Sing For Your Shrimp’ with karaoke challenge

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Customers at the Nottingham Panda Express will have a chance to sing for their supper — or at least a significant discount — this Friday as the restaurant hosts a “Sing For Your Shrimp” karaoke challenge. The event, celebrating the return of Panda Express’s Wok-Fired Shrimp entrée, invites guests to perform a 30-second song from a curated list of […]

Baltimore Banner to hold inaugural Engaging Baltimore County event on June 10

BALTIMORE, MD—The Baltimore Banner this week announced that it will hold its inaugural Baltimore County event on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the newly opened Sparrows Point Park. The event is free to attend and will include thought-provoking panel discussions on the most critical issues shaping Baltimore County’s future. The engaging morning event will gather leaders from across the region […]

NOW YOU KNOW: Celebrate National Drive-In Movie Night at Bengies Drive-In Theatre in Middle River

The following is an update from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki are encouraging Marylanders to celebrate National Drive-In Movie Night this June 6th by visiting a true local treasure, the Bengies Drive-In Theatre, located in Middle River. On June 6th, Bengies Drive-In marks its 69th anniversary this year, coinciding with the […]

Oregon Ridge to hold Music in the Woods festival this weekend

COCKEYSVILLE, MD—Oregon Ridge will be holding a music festival this weekend in Cockeysville. Celebrate the season with the Music in the Woods festival at Oregon Ridge Nature Center.  The event will be be held 1:00  to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Enjoy this family-friendly festival with diverse local bands and solo musicians. Performances include bluegrass, folk, rock, and […]

Baltimore County Public Library, Department of Health partner on free gun lock distribution

TOWSON, MD—June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month and to raise awareness and increase safety for all Baltimore County residents, free gun safety locks will be available through June at all public library branches in Baltimore County*. The program is led by the Baltimore County Department of Health’s Bureau of Behavioral Health (BBH) in partnership with the Baltimore County Public […]