Increased fire risk possible in Baltimore area on Saturday, new Wind Advisory issued

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service says there is an increased fire risk throughout the Baltimore area on Saturday, and a new Wind Advisory has also been issued. Forecasters say gusty winds are expected Saturday afternoon across much of the area. Low relative humidity is forecast during this time as well, with values below 30 percent. While some areas had rain […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground to conduct testing on Saturday

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert!  Aberdeen Proving Ground officials have announced that the base will conduct firing tests on Saturday. APG will conduct testing on February 19, 2022 from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The surrounding communities may hear weapons firing and see flashes or light visible off-post from illumination devices. These operations are not hazardous to residents in surrounding […]

High winds bring down trees, power lines around Nottingham area

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Friday morning’s high winds wreaked havoc in and around the Nottingham area, bringing down trees and power lines and blowing transformers. Fire department units from White Marsh, Kingsville, Perry Hall, Fullerton, Long Green, Chase, Middle River, and Fallston responded to dozens of incidents involving downed trees and arcing wires. Below are just a few of the incidents that were […]

Baltimore County Commission for Women seeks nominees for 40th annual Women of the Year Awards

UPDATE: The deadline has been extended to 4 p.m. on March 31st. Original story below… —— TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Commission for Women is seeking nominations for its 40th annual Women of the Year Awards to honoring women for their outstanding contributions to the community. Nominations are open until February 28, 2022 (now extended to March 31). Each year the […]

Baltimore County Fire Department announces promotions to Fire Captain, Lieutenant

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Fire Department announced several promotions on Thursday. Fire Chief Joanne Rund has announced promotions to the ranks of Fire Captain and EMS Lieutenant. The following are promoted to Fire Captain, effective February 26: Fire Lt. Stacey Gail Fire Lt. Kirsten Koenig Fire Lt. Ronald Mintz Fire Lt. April Owens Fire Lt. Bryan Schulz Fire Lt. Brandon […]

Wind Advisory issued for Baltimore area

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the Baltimore area. The Advisory will be in effect from 10 p.m. Thursday night through 10 a.m. Friday morning. South to southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph are expected with gusts of up to 50 mph. Winds will quickly turn northwest behind a cold front after 3 a.m. […]

Councilman Marks to seek re-election in reconfigured Fifth District

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Wednesday announced that he will seek reelection in the new Fifth District, a reconfigured area that stretches from Harford Road to Bowleys Quarters along the county’s east side. The new district includes such communities as Carney, Perry Hall, Kingsville, White Marsh, Chase, Oliver Beach, and Middle River. About 44 percent of the Fifth […]