Man dies in fire pit accident in Bowleys Quarters

BOWLEYS QUARTERS, MD—A 50-year-old Bowleys Quarters man has died after sustaining burn injuries from a fire pit accident on November 16, according to a news release from the Baltimore County Fire Department. Glen Himmelheber Jr., of the 3600-block of Bay Drive (21220), was transported to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center with serious burns following the incident. He succumbed to his […]

Councilman Marks introduces bill to allow golf cart usage on certain eastside neighborhood roads

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has introduced a bill to allow for golf courts to be legally used on certain roads in Baltimore County, taking advantage of recently-passed state legislation. The bill would create a pilot program that would be reviewed after two years, based on feedback from the Police and Public Works and Transportation Departments. The pilot program […]

Crash reported in Fallston

FALLSTON, MD—Crews are on the scene of a crash in the Fallston area. The crash was reported at just before noon on Thursday, November 21, in the area of Mountain Road and Belair Road. Multiple medic units are on the scene.  There has been no word on any injuries. Motorists should use caution in the area.  

Baltimore County Police Department celebrates recipients of 2024 departmental awards

TOWSON, MD—On Tuesday evening, the Baltimore County Police Department celebrated the outstanding achievements of its members, “whose dedication and commitment to upholding the highest standards of service have significantly enhanced the safety and security of communities throughout Baltimore County,” the department said in a statement. “This I extend my deepest gratitude to all our award recipients for their tireless efforts, […]

Fatal pedestrian crashes spike in Baltimore County

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County police are urging drivers and pedestrians to be extra cautious after dark following a recent spike in fatal pedestrian crashes. The Baltimore County Police Department responded to four fatal pedestrian crashes over the past five days, three of which occurred during the evening or early morning hours. According to the department, pedestrian safety is a major community […]

Triple shooting in Essex leaves 1 dead

ESSEX, MD—One person is dead and two are injured following a triple shooting in Essex on Saturday. The shooting occurred at just after 3 p.m. on November 9, 2024 in the 900-block of Bayner Road (21221). When officers arrived at the scene, they located an adult male outside the location suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Officers and medics attempted to […]

Fatal shooting reported in Essex

UPDATE: This shooting has left one person dead and two injured. Original story below… ——— ESSEX, MD—Authorities are currently on the scene of a fatal shooting in Essex. At 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2024, homicide detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department responded to the 800-block of Bayner Road (21221). An adult male sustained a gunshot wound to […]