Weather

High Wind Warning issued for Saturday in Baltimore area

UPDATE: The High Wind Watch has been upgraded to a High Wind Warning. Updated story below… BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for Saturday in the Baltimore area. The warning covers much of central Maryland and will be in effect from 12 p.m. (noon) on Saturday afternoon through midnight Saturday night. Forecasters say west winds …


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All About Maryland Festival to return to Middle River in April

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The All About Maryland Festival is set to return to Middle River in April. The 2023 edition of the annual event will be held 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, 2023. The festival features Maryland artisans, crafts, food, specialty beverages, and live entertainment. This year’s bash will feature a “live demonstration” crafter village, “feed the …


Police searching for missing Middle River teen

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Police in Baltimore County are searching for teen who has gone missing from Middle River. Jasmine Alexis Torres, 14, is 5’1” tall and weighs 120 pounds. She was last seen at 4 a.m. on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 in the Middle River area wearing unknown clothing. Anyone with information on Jasmine Alexis Torres‘ whereabouts is asked to dial 9-1-1 …

Police investigate pair of auto thefts, burglaries

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police are investigating two local auto thefts and burglaries that were reported over the past week. At just after 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2023, an individual broke into a residence in the 11300-block of Pulaski Highway in White Marsh (21162) and stole property before leaving. At around 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, an individual was parked …

Planned Easter egg hunt at Middle River cemetery raises eyebrows

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Some community members have expressed concerns after a Middle River cemetery announced plans to hold an Easter egg hunt next month. Holly Hills Memorial Gardens will host the event at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 8, 2023. The “1st annual” Easter egg hunt will feature candy-filled eggs, light refreshments, prizes for the top hunters, and of course, the …

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of March 27

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials say the base has firing operations scheduled for Monday, March 27 through Friday, March 31, 2023. Testing is scheduled to occur from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Residents may hear weapons firing and see flashes or light visible off post from illumination devices. These operations are not hazardous to residents in our …

Community member holds private fundraiser, generates over $6,000 for Bowleys Quarter Volunteer Fire

BOWLEYS QUARTERS, MD—When Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine needed funds to replace an aging defibrillator on one of its units, community member Steve Hamilton swung into action. After Hamilton’s initial efforts were unsuccessful, though, he decided to host a private fundraiser. In doing so, he was able to surpass his initial goal of $5,000 and raise a total …

Volunteer citizens sought to fill vacancy on Baltimore County Board of Education’s Ethics Review Panel

TOWSON, MD—The Board of Education of Baltimore County is seeking an interested volunteer citizen to fill a vacancy on its Ethics Review Panel. The Panel serves as an advisory body to the Board to interpret its Ethics Code policies. The panel consists of five members appointed by the Board of Education. To be eligible for consideration for this vacancy, an …