Walgreens robbed in Rosedale

ROSEDALE, MD—Police are investigating after a Walgreens store was robbed in Rosedale this week. At just after 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, December 10, an individual entered the Walgreens in the 8600-block of Philadelphia Road (21237) and pretended to make a purchase at the register. During the transaction, the suspect reached over the counter, shoved the clerk’s arm, and stole money […]

Early signs point to possible midweek Maryland winter storm

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Forecasters say Maryland residents could see their first solid “thump” of snow since 2016 next week. The National Weather Service says there is a chance that the mid-Atlantic could get hit with a snowstorm by the middle of next week. Following a weekend warm-up, the “appetizer” will likely move into the Baltimore area on Monday, as rain mixes with […]

Dense Fog Advisory issued for Baltimore area

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory for the Baltimore area. The advisory will be in effect until noon on Saturday. Visibility in many areas has been reduced to one-quarter mile or less. Motorists should be of hazardous  driving conditions due to low visibility. If driving, slow down, use headlights, and leave plenty of stopping distance.

BCPS to distribute meals to students on Dec. 21, then resume service on Jan. 4 following winter break

TOWSON, MD—Prior to suspending meal distributions to students during winter break, Baltimore County Public Schools will distribute three days’ worth of free meals to students on Monday, Dec. 21, at 300 community locations, including all middle and high schools. The BCPS Office of Food and Nutrition Services will close for winter break from Tuesday, Dec. 22, through Jan. 3 before […]

WEEKLY ZIP CODE REPORT: Maryland reports record COVID-19 hospitalizations for third straight day

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Friday reported that the state had observed a record-high number of COVID-19 hospitalizations for the third straight day. Previous zip code reports can be viewed here. Overall Metrics As of Friday, December 11, 2020, there have been 228,471 cases of novel coronavirus in Maryland, including 2,616 cases over the past 24 hours. The […]

Baltimore County water billing under way after county secures outside vendor to assist with meter reading, billing

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore City has begun sending water bills to Baltimore County residents, following a halt to billing due to the pandemic. Based on current estimates, meter readings for all accounts should be completed and bills mailed by December 31st. Baltimore City manages water meter reading and billing for Baltimore County residents and businesses. At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, […]