Delegates Nawrocki, Szeliga urge immediate action following Eastern Boulevard traffic meeting

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Following a community meeting Wednesday evening, Maryland Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga are urging immediate action to address what they describe as increasing traffic hazards along Eastern Boulevard in Baltimore County. Both delegates called for swift changes, particularly a reduction in the speed limit, to prevent further accidents and fatalities on the state roadway. “Eastern Boulevard has […]

Vacant property torn down in Middle River

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—A longtime vacant property has been torn down in Middle River. Delegate Ryan Nawrocki on Wednesday announced that the deteriorated property at the corner of Pawnee Road and Wampler Road (21220) has been razed. “For years, we’ve been working to take down this long-vacant, dangerously deteriorated property at the corner of Pawnee Road and Wampler Road—and TODAY, it […]

Residents urged to speak out about traffic concerns on Eastern Boulevard

UPDATE: Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga are urging immediate action following the town hall. Original story below… MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Residents concerned about traffic safety on Eastern Boulevard are urged to attend a community meeting in July where the Maryland State Highway Administration will present findings from a traffic safety study. Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga announced the meeting, […]

Maryland Freedom Caucus condemns L.A. violence, urges proactive action to protect Marylanders ahead of planned weekend protests

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Freedom Caucus has issued a statement condemning recent violence in Los Angeles, urging Maryland officials to take preventative measures as protests are anticipated to spread. The Caucus emphasized the importance of maintaining order and protecting communities from potential unrest. Vice Chair Delegate Kathy Szeliga stated, “What began as protests around ICE actions in Los Angeles has spiraled […]

Governor Moore names Betsy Fox Tolentino as Maryland Department of Juvenile Services acting secretary, Delegates Nawrocki & Szeliga issue statement

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Monday announced the appointment of Betsy Fox Tolentino as acting secretary for the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, effective June 11, 2025. Tolentino, who currently serves as managing director of juvenile and young adult justice initiatives at The Roca Impact Institute, will take over leadership of the state agency. “My highest priority is keeping our […]

NOW YOU KNOW: Celebrate National Drive-In Movie Night at Bengies Drive-In Theatre in Middle River

The following is an update from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki are encouraging Marylanders to celebrate National Drive-In Movie Night this June 6th by visiting a true local treasure, the Bengies Drive-In Theatre, located in Middle River. On June 6th, Bengies Drive-In marks its 69th anniversary this year, coinciding with the […]

Oliver Beach Improvement Association holds ribbon-cutting, grand reopening of community hall

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Oliver Beach Improvement Association held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the grand reopening of its community hall on Saturday morning, May 31, 2025. The hall sustained heavy damage in a fire back in March 2024.  Since then, the community has rallied to support repairs to the hall, including a bull roast fundraiser last summer. “On Saturday morning, […]

Elected officials to host virtual meeting on midge mitigation efforts in northeast Baltimore County

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Elected officials who represent the Bird River and Middle River areas in Baltimore County will host a virtual meeting this week to discuss next steps in the county’s midge mitigation efforts. The Zoom meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 29, 2025. “We are working very closely with Senator J.B. Jennings, Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and […]