TOWSON, MD—A fifth-grader from Riderwood Elementary School has won the Maryland Regional Spelling Bee and will now compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Amelia “Bindi” Ray won first place at the regional competition, which was held virtually, with a near-perfect score of 34 out of 35 points. One of two Riderwood competitors, Ray participated in the Maryland Sports Commission’s […]
TOWSON, MD— Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department’s Crimes Against Children Unit are requesting the public’s help in locating Javier Antonio Rivera. Authorities say Rivera is wanted in reference to sex abuse of a minor and conducting visual surveillance with prurient intent. Anyone with information on Javier Antonio Rivera’s whereabouts is asked to contact detectives by calling 410-887-7720 or […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—At its legislative meeting on Monday, April 7, 2025 the Baltimore County Council approved a contract to purchase property that is critical for the Mohrs Lane Bridge connection. The purchase of 9929 Philadelphia Road (21237) for $246,100 represents a key milestone for the project, which has been delayed for years. Baltimore County expects utility relocation design approval in September, […]
TOWSON, MD—A Florida man who recently moved to Maryland won a $50,000 prize from a Maryland Lottery scratch-off ticket. The lucky winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, purchased the $5 Big Money ticket at Daily Deals, located inside Towson Town Center. The man, who had only been living in Maryland for two days at the time of his win, […]
ROSEDALE, MD—Another Grocery Outlet is set to open in northeastern Baltimore County. Rosedale Grocery Outlet will hold a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, April 10, 2025. The grand opening will begin at 8 a.m. and the ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. Grocery Outlet offers a full range of products, including fresh produce, meat, deli, and […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police are investigating several local assaults and burglaries that were reported over the past week. At just after 11:45 p.m. on Thursday, April 3, 2025 a known suspect assaulted someone in the 400-block of Old Home Road (21206). At approximately 1 a.m. on Friday, April 4, a suspect threatened someone with a weapon in the unit block of Lerner […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will start several paving projects on state highways within Baltimore County this week. All projects are weather permitting and some projects may have to be rescheduled due to inclement weather. The following projects include asphalt or concrete pavement patching and resurfacing: MD 45 (York Road) from the Baltimore City Line (Gittings/Walker […]
PARKVILLE, MD—Some Parkville-area police officers recently received a pleasant surprise from some local students. Students and staff from Perry Hall Christian School recently surprised the Parkville Precinct officers with thank you cards and goody bags to show their appreciation. The students are in fifth grade. Photo via BCoPD