WEEKLY ZIP CODE REPORT: Maryland records new daily high in COVID-19 cases as positivity rate climbs

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Maryland Department of Health on Friday reported that the state recorded a new one-day high in COVID-19 cases while the overall positivity rate climbed higher. Previous zip code reports can be viewed here. Overall Metrics As of Friday, December 4, 2020, there have been 209,191 cases of novel coronavirus in Maryland, including 3,792 cases over the past 24 […]

Baltimore County Police Department joins national ABLE Project

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department has been accepted into the Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) Project, Georgetown University Law Center’s national training and support initiative for U.S. law enforcement agencies committed to building a culture of peer intervention that prevents harm. By demonstrating agency commitment to transformational reform with support from local community groups and elected leaders, Baltimore […]

Councilman Marks to form task force to address development concerns in northwestern Perry Hall

PERRY HALL, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Thursday announced that he would be forming a community-based task force to address development concerns in the northwestern region of Perry Hall near Honeygo Boulevard and Belair Road. This region is one of the last major undeveloped areas in Perry Hall, and is a gateway for those entering from the north. Specifically, […]

Rosedale mechanic snags winning $30,000 Maryland Lottery scratch-off

ROSEDALE, MD—A Rosedale sign mechanic has snagged a very lucky Maryland Lottery scratch-off. Two weeks ago, a series of seemingly random happenings led him to purchase a lucky $3 instant ticket that wound up being worth $30,000. His journey to a top-prize scratch-off win began with an early morning drive to work. When the 40-year-old turned on his radio, the […]

Sabatino’s pick-up at White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company returns next week

WHITE MARSH, MD—They’re coming back for another round! Sabatino’s is bring “Sab’s in the Suburbs” back to White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company next week. Orders can be placed by calling 410-727-2667 and will be ready for pickup at the station between 4 – 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 8th and Wednesday, December 9th. The deadline to order is next Monday, […]

Olszewski unveils Open Checkbook platform to promote transparency

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Wednesday unveiled the Open Checkbook tool, a new expansion for Baltimore County’s Open Budget platform, which will allow users to view County expenditures down to the individual check level. “Our residents deserve to know exactly how their money is spent, and this new tool will bring an unprecedented level of transparency to County […]

Baltimore County Fire Department crew from Fullerton recognized for exceptional performance during recent fire

FULLERTON, MD—A local fire crew has been recognized for their heroic efforts during a recent house fire. A Baltimore County Fire Department Unit Citation has been awarded to Fullerton Truck 8, Fire Lt. Brandon Watkins (off-duty), and other personnel. The award was presented in recognition of the crew’s exceptional performance during a November 12, 2020 dwelling fire with rescue on […]