Baltimore County Fire Department to hold Fire Safety for Adults class

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Fire Department will hold a Fire Safety for Adults class later this month. The session will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at the Baltimore County Public Library Loch Raven Branch. Topics will include fire hazards in the home, lithium-ion battery safety, smoke & carbon monoxide alarms, and fire prevention & safety […]

Casting calls to be held at select Baltimore County Public Library branches

UPDATE: BCPL officials say all spots are now full. Original story below… ——— TOWSON, MD—Are you ready for your close-up? This could be your big chance. The Baltimore County Public Library is looking for enthusiastic stars to be part of its upcoming video shoots. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just love the idea of your big break, this could […]

Baltimore County offices closed Monday for Presidents’ Day

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Government offices, district and circuit courts, and senior centers will be closed on Monday, February 17 in recognition of Presidents Day. CountyRide van services will not operate. All Baltimore County Public Library branches will also be closed on Monday, February 17. Parking meters must be fed, Baltimore County Revenue Authority parking garages and the Towson Loop will […]

Maryland Citizens for the Arts’ Executive Director: Gov. Moore’s budget cuts ‘unacceptable’

BALTIMORE, MD—The Executive Director of Maryland Citizens for the Arts is slamming Governor Wes Moore’s proposed FY 2026 budget cuts. In a recent blog post, Nicholas Cohen says Governor Moore’s proposals are “unacceptable” and could have “devastating consequences.” In Governor Moore’s initial Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal, he recommended keeping level funding for the Maryland State Arts Council and fully […]

BCPS cancels all Saturday afternoon activities ahead of wintry mix

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials are canceling some weekend activities ahead of Saturday’s wintry weather. Due to impending inclement weather, all activities and events that were scheduled to take place after 3 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2025, have been canceled. Activities and events scheduled to occur earlier may proceed until 3 p.m. A Winter Weather Advisory is in […]

Maryland State Police to ramp up enforcement statewide over Super Bowl weekend

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police are urging motorists to avoid aggressive, distracted and impaired driving throughout the Super Bowl weekend. Maryland State Troopers from all 23 barracks, including the State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team, will focus on aggressive, distracted and impaired driving while conducting increased saturation patrols along roadways where impaired driving related crashes often occur. Enforcement efforts […]