Six juveniles arrested in connection with White Marsh fireworks-tossing incident

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police have arrested several juveniles after they tossed fireworks at a vehicle in White Marsh last week. Authorities say six juveniles between the ages of 13 and 14 were apprehended on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, by Baltimore County police officers after receiving reports that the group threw fireworks at a vehicle that caught fire. At just before 3:45 p.m. […]

Baltimore County launches new Park Finder web tool

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks on Monday announced the launch of its new Park Finder web tool. The tool, which provides users with comprehensive information on 362 parks and recreation centers throughout the County, makes exploring and enjoying Baltimore County easier than ever. Park Finder provides options to search for parks and recreation centers by name, […]

Baltimore County Police Department commemorates 5-year anniversary of Officer Amy Caprio’s line-of-duty death

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Officers with the Baltimore County Police Department are wearing mourning bands on their badges on Sunday in memory of a fallen hero. On May 21, 2018, Officer Amy Sorrells Caprio, 29, responded to a call about a suspicious vehicle in the Nottingham/Perry Hall area. A second call confirmed that a home was being burglarized by four suspects associated with […]

Second round of bulk trash collections for Baltimore County residents to begin in July

TOWSON, MD—This year’s second bulk item collection schedule for Baltimore County residents will begin in July and run through December. Postcards with upcoming bulk hauling collection dates have been mailed to residents and can be found in the annual Program Guide and Collection Schedule, by calling the Bureau of Solid Waste Management at 410-887-2000 or searching by address on the […]

Target recalls nearly 5 million Threshold candles due to laceration, burn risks

BALTIMORE, MD—Target is recalling nearly 5 million Threshold Glass Jar Candles, saying that the candle’s jar can crack or break during use, posing laceration and burn hazards. This recall involves certain Threshold Glass Jar 5.5 ounce 1-Wick, 14 ounce 3-Wick and 20 ounce 3-Wick Candles in multiple scents. The recalled item numbers are printed on the bottom of the glass […]

Attorney General: Marylanders should be wary of deceptive online sports betting companies and scams

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown on Friday issued a consumer alert urging Marylanders to always be aware of deceptive online sports betting companies, especially in advance of large-scale popular events like the 2023 Preakness. Companies in Maryland’s online sports betting industry, which also operate through mobile apps, have enticed bettors with aggressive marketing, such as so-called “risk-free” bets. […]