Maryland State Police to participate in National Drug Take Back Day on October 23

PIKESVILLE, MD—The Maryland State Police, in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration, are asking Maryland residents to dispose of unwanted prescription drugs during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, set for Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at state police barracks. State police barracks throughout Maryland will be participating in National Drug Take Back Day. Each […]

Glass doors shattered at Parkville Shopping Center, McAvoy’s burglarized [PHOTOS]

PARKVILLE, MD—It was a destructive Tuesday night in the Parkville area. Witness reports say the glass doors were shattered at The Dollar Tree and Olympia Masala restaurant in Parkville Shopping Center overnight. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries. Several individuals also broke into McAvoy’s Sports Bar at around 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday. The bar’s surveillance cameras captured photos of their […]

Water main break reported in Parkville

PARKVILLE, MD—A water main break in the Parkville area has left several residents without service. The Department of Public Works reports that a six-inch diameter main has ruptured in the 3000-block of Moreland Avenue (21234). Approximately thirty customers and one hydrant are without service. There has been no ETA on repairs. Motorists should use caution in the area.

Fatal crash on I-695 leaves one dead, one injured

GREENSPRING, MD—Maryland State Police are investigating a multi-vehicle crash that left one person dead on Tuesday afternoon in Baltimore County. At just before 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, troopers responded to the inner loop of Interstate 695 in the area of Greenspring Avenue for a report of a four-vehicle crash. Authorities say a tractor-trailer crashed into the rear of a Dodge […]

Rosedale dad lands winning $100,000 Maryland Lottery scratch-off ticket

ROSEDALE, MD—Playing Maryland Lottery scratch-offs has been a just-for-fun activity for a single dad from Rosedale, but the fun expanded explosively last weekend after he won $100,000 on a $10 Ca$h Bonus instant ticket! “I told my family and we were just running around the house,” he told Maryland Lottery officials after claiming his prize. “I was in shock. I […]

Councilman Marks appoints longtime educator Bev German to Planning Board

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Wednesday announced that he will appoint longtime educator Beverly German to the Baltimore County Planning Board, filling the seat vacated by Paul Hartman. The Planning Board advises the county government on planning and development policies, making recommendations on zoning issues during the Comprehensive Zoning Map Process. “I would like to profoundly thank Paul […]

Additional details released on Officer Caprio/Unity Playground dedication, ribbon-cutting to be held at Gunpowder Elementary School

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Additional details have been released regarding this weekend’s dedication of the Unity Playground. A host of county and state elected and educational leaders, including Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams and Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, will participate in the ribbon-cutting for the new Unity Playground to honor the life and service of Ofc. Amy Caprio, […]

Maryland recognizes National School Bus Safety Week October 18-22, 2021

BALTIMORE, MD—Recognizing the critical importance of school bus operations in safely delivering students to in-person learning, Governor Larry Hogan issued a proclamation declaring School Bus Safety Week in Maryland, October 18-22. The proclamation celebrates school bus drivers, calling attention to their rigorous training, safety record, as well as their meticulous implementation of new safety practices and dedicated service during the […]