NOTTINGHAM, MD—Brood X is coming. For the first time in nearly two decades, the 17-year locusts (actually, cicadas) are set to return to Maryland this spring. Trillions of the noisy creatures will begin to emerge from the ground in mid-May and stick around through late June. They typically begin to make their way upward once the soil temperature reaches 64 degrees […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—Ava Wehr of Perry Hall High School and Breanna Pompey of Parkville High School were honored as first- and second-place winners, respectively, in the 34th Annual Champions of Courage Black History Month Essay Competition. Wehr received a $200 scholarship, and in her honor, Perry Hall High received a $200 award. Pompey was awarded a $150 scholarship, and Parkville High […]
PARKVILLE, MD—A water main in the Parkville area has left several residents without service. The Department of Public Works reports that an eight-inch diameter main has ruptured in the 9800-block of Summit Avenue (21234). Approximately 100 water services are currently out. Crews are on the scene and making repairs. Motorists should use caution in the area.
BALTIMORE COUNTY, MD—In the latest effort to strengthen the safety net for families suffering economic losses as a result of the pandemic, Baltimore County and United Way of Central Maryland have partnered to help prevent evictions in vulnerable communities through the Strategic Targeted Eviction Prevention (STEP) pilot program. The first-of-its-kind effort in Maryland, Baltimore County’s STEP pilot program provided $4 […]
UPDATE: An eastside vaccination center has opened at CCBC Essex. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Tuesday lent his support for a vaccination center to serve residents in eastern Baltimore County. “I am wholeheartedly in support of a vaccination clinic to serve our residents in places like Perry Hall, White Marsh, Middle River, and southeastern […]
HAMILTON, MD—A shop located on Harford Road has sold a big winning Maryland Lottery ticket. Officials say that Hamilton News, located at 5438 Harford Road, sold a winning $71,660 RACETRAX ticket last week. As of Monday, February 22, the winning ticket has not yet been claimed. Winners of prizes larger than $25,000 must redeem their tickets at the Maryland Lottery […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has expanded and extended Monday’s Winter Weather Advisory. The advisory now covers all counties shown in blue in the graphic and will expire at 3 p.m. on Monday afternoon. The rapid onset of snow has resulted in snow covered roadways. Snow accumulations of 1 – 3 inches is possible Motorists should plan on slippery road […]
UPDATE: A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for northern Baltimore County. Original story below… ——— NOTTINGHAM, MD—A small weather disturbance could bring light snow to the Nottingham area on Monday morning. The National Weather Service says there is a potential for hazardous commuting conditions for the Monday morning commute in Baltimore County. A period of snow is possible (60% […]