Resurfacing, safety improvements begin on US 1 in Harford County

BEL AIR, MD—A $3.9 million project to resurface and improve safety in Harford County has begun, impacting traffic on U.S. 1 Business. The State Highway Administration said the project is expected to finish in 2025, weather permitting. The 1.4-mile project is from Moores Mill Road to the U.S. 1 Bypass (Hickory Bypass). The work will include asphalt pavement milling, patching […]

Flood Watch issued for Baltimore area through Wednesday afternoon

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect through Wednesday afternoon, April 3, 2024. Forecasters say multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected through Wednesday. One to two inches of rain is most likely, with localized amounts up to 4 inches possible. This may result in flooding […]

More severe weather possible on Wednesday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The threat for severe weather will continue through Wednesday in the Baltimore area. The National Weather Service says severe thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts and a brief tornado or two are possible on Wednesday. Isolated instances of flooding are also possible throughout the day on Wednesday. Isolated showers are possible on Thursday before things begin to clear out just […]

Overnight house fire in Fallston caused by rechargeable lithium-ion battery

FALLSTON, MD—Crews responded to a house fire in the Fallston area overnight. At just before 2:45 a.m. on Tuesday morning, units responded to a reported house fire in the 2200-block of Queensbury Drive. At the scene, firefighters found smoke showing from a rancher-style dwelling. The owners woke up to smoke in the home and discovered a fire in a bedroom. […]

Severe storms possible in Baltimore area on Tuesday

BALTIMORE, MD—Following a beautiful Easter Sunday in the Baltimore area, stormy weather will likely move through the region on Tuesday. The National Weather Service says scattered storms will likely pass through the Baltimore area on Tuesday afternoon and evening. Forecasters say residents can expect damaging wind gusts, hail, and possibly even a tornado or two. Localized flooding is also possible […]

County Executive Olszewski announces Baltimore County Litter Blitz 2024

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski has announced the launch of BaltCo Litter Blitz 2024 and is seeking residents and organizations to team up and tackle litter in the county. The effort will run from April to May, and will involve community cleanups and a map-based record of cleanup efforts. Participating groups can register their events and indicate whether they […]

BGE to hold virtual meeting on transmission upgrade project to affect northeastern Baltimore County, southern Harford County

NOTTINGHAM, MD—BGE will hold a virtual meeting in April to discuss a large transmission upgrade project called BGE Brandon Shores Mitigation. The project will affect Middle River, White Marsh, Fallston, and other areas in northeastern Baltimore County and southern Harford County. The project is necessary due to the announced retirement of Talen Energy’s Brandon Shores Generating Station, a significant coal-fired […]

Three-vehicle crash in Fallston leaves 2 injured

FALLSTON, MD—Crews responded to a crash in the Fallston area on Tuesday morning. The motor vehicle accident was reported on MD 152 at Connolly Road. Three vehicle were involved in the crash and two individuals were transported to local hospitals, according to the Fallston Volunteer Fire & Ambulance Co.  There has been no update on their condition. Maryland State Police remain […]