Baltimore County Police Department announces events for 2024 National Night Out

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department will be participating in the 41st Annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. This national campaign aims to promote police and community partnerships through positive activities. Through scheduled events such as block parties, cookouts, games, educational workshops and more, the goal is to foster a spirit of togetherness to ensure that every […]

Committee members sought for elementary school boundary study for Greenleigh community

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials are seeking parent and staff volunteers to serve on the committees charged with studying boundary lines affecting the Greenleigh residential development currently under construction between White Marsh and Chase. The purpose of the Greenleigh boundary study is to realign school boundaries of the Greenleigh development to mitigate potential transportation issues.  Parent committee members should […]

Where to watch 2024 Independence Day fireworks in Baltimore County [FULL LIST]

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County officials have announced the full list of approved Fourth of July fireworks displays for Independence Day weekend and week. Independence Day fireworks will take place throughout Baltimore County all weekend long and into next week. Here’s the full list of 2024 fireworks displays: Big Truck Brewery June 29th, 9:00 p.m. 19919 Cameron Mill Rd, Parkton, MD 21120 […]

Air Quality Alert issued for Baltimore area on Saturday

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued an Air Quality Alert for Saturday in the Baltimore area. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert will be in effect for June 22, 2024. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people suffering from […]

Baltimore County government announces closures for Juneteenth

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County officials have announced that all government offices, District and Circuit Courts, Baltimore County Public Library branches, and County-run senior centers will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in recognition of Juneteenth National Independence Day. In addition, CountyRide and Towson Loop service will not operate. Parking meters must be fed and Baltimore County Revenue Authority parking garages […]

Vision to Learn returns to Baltimore County Public Library to offers free eye exams for kids

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library has announced that it will once again be offering free eye exams for children 17 years and younger, and providing glasses if needed, as part of an effort to improve the academic success of students in need. The initiative, which is a collaboration with Vision To Learn, a nonprofit organization that provides vision services […]

Ribbon-cutting ceremony held at new Middle River playground

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Middle River area officially has a new playground. On Saturday morning, officials cut the ribbon at a new playground at the Bengies Community Center. Baltimore County plans to build or replace 25 playgrounds each year. On hand for the ribbon-cutting were Councilman David Marks, Delegate Ryan Nawrocki, Baltimore County Parks & Rec. director Bob Smith, and members […]