BALTIMORE, MD—The annual Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak tonight, Aug. 12, into the early hours of Wednesday, Aug. 13, delighting skywatchers across the Northern Hemisphere, including those in the Mid-Atlantic region. Despite a waning gibbous moon that may dim fainter meteors, astronomers expect up to 50 to 100 “shooting stars” per hour under ideal conditions, with 10 to 20 […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Planning is seeking final public feedback on Small Area Plan 11 (SAP 11) with a series of community meetings scheduled throughout September. The department is entering the final phase of its engagement efforts for the plan, which will help guide future development in the area. Officials will present updates and gather input at five […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—Wawa is set to open its newest store in Nottingham on Thursday, bringing with it a day of festivities, free coffee, and a special breakfast deal. The new store, located at 8100 Belair Road (21236), will officially open its doors at 8 a.m. on Thursday, August 14th. The first 100 customers will receive a free t-shirt, and all customers […]
ESSEX, MD—The Essex Community Development Corporation, in partnership with the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks, will host a free outdoor movie night on Friday, Aug. 15, at the Mars Estates Rec Activity Center. The event, which will be the organization’s only movie night this summer, will feature a screening of the “Minecraft” movie. Activities will begin at 6 […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Animal Services will be is holding two pet adoption events this weekend where adoption fees will be waived for all animals. The first event is an adoption pop-up on Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. at the Rosedale Library, located at 6105 Kenwood Ave. On Sunday, a second adoption pop-up will take place from noon to 4 […]
ESSEX, MD—The Essex Community Development Corporation is hosting its second “Summer Second Friday” event tonight, transforming the area in front of its office into a community celebration with music, art, food and local vendors. The “Chalk and Chill” event, which runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 25 Eastern Blvd., promises a night of activities for all ages. Live […]
WHITE MARSH, MD—A landfill on Days Cove Road in White Marsh is applying for a new discharge permit through the MD Department of the Environment, according to Gunpowder Riverkeeper. On July 22, Gunpowder Riverkeeper requested a hearing for the discharge application. That hearing will tentatively be held on Tuesday, September 16 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the Perry Hall Library. “Thank […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department is inviting members of the public to attend upcoming community input meetings regarding the proposed Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. This initiative, which is designed to complement the Department’s existing Aviation Team, aims to enhance public safety and emergency response capabilities through the strategic deployment of unmanned aerial systems (UAS). As part of […]