CARNEY, MD—A Carney man is celebrating a landmark birthday. George Harwood McCrea is turning 100 years old and a procession was held in Carney on Saturday in his honor, according to Councilman David Marks. “Mr. McCrea epitomizes the service and sacrifice of ‘the Greatest Generation’,” said Councilman Marks. “We thank him for his bravery during the Second World War and […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—Crews responded to a vehicle fire in Fullerton on Friday evening. The fire was reported at just after 7 p.m. in the area of Belair Road at Rossville Boulevard (21236). Upon arrival, units found a vehicle that was fully engulfed in flames. Fire personnel were able to douse the blaze relatively quickly and no injuries were reported. Photos via […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Court of Appeals has upheld the murder conviction of Dawnta Harris in the killing of Baltimore County Police Department Officer Amy Caprio. Officer Caprio was run down in the line of duty in May 2018 while investigating a suspicious vehicle connected to a burglary on Linwen Way in Nottingham. “Justice prevailed again today in the case against […]
TOWSON, MD—The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run to benefit Special Olympics Maryland will take place next week, and the Baltimore County Police Department will once again be participating. The event will begin at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. This will mark the 36th year that Baltimore County police officers and Special Olympics athletes have joined in supporting the […]
TOWSON, MD—Five members of the Baltimore County Council have signed a letter urging the school board to replace Superintendent Dr. Darryl Williams. In the letter, the councilmembers cite constant issues found in Baltimore County Public Schools such as transportation issues, school buses running late, and low student and teacher morale. The letter tp Baltimore County Board of Education Chair Julie […]
TOWSON, MD—Each year, the Baltimore County Association for Counseling and Development recognizes outstanding school counselors for their contributions to students, schools, and the school counseling profession. “Our school counselors are essential to the academic progress and personal development and well-being of our students,” said Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams. “Awards presented by the Baltimore County Association […]
TOWSON, MD—Eight Baltimore County Public Schools visual arts educators have earned statewide awards from the Maryland Art Education Association. “This impressive statewide recognition is a reflection of the immense talent of our visual arts team,” said BCPS Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams. “Our visual arts educators inspire and challenge our students and contribute to their academic and personal growth in […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch covers Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Harford County and the surrounding areas and will be in effect from 6 p.m. on Wednesday evening through 6 a.m. on Thursday morning. Forecasters say heavy rainfall could lead to instances of flash flooding. Numerous showers and thunderstorms with […]