Towson University Archives

COLD CASE: Police still searching for clues in Valentine’s Day 2009 murder of Towson University graduate

Posted on February 14, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—As detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department continue to search for information on the Valentine’s Day 2009 murder of Towson University graduate Daniel Coverston, his parents remain hopeful that someone will come forward with information about his killing. Daniel’s body was discovered in his apartment in the 7000-block of Lachlan Circle (21239) at just after 2:45 p.m. on […]

Two BCPS educators nominated for 2024 Maryland School Librarian of the Year award

Posted on February 8, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Maryland Association of School Librarians has recognized Baltimore County Public Schools library media specialists Travis Knox of Seventh District Elementary School and Jacqueline Schoen of Hillcrest Elementary School as two of its 44 nominees for the 2024 Maryland School Librarian of the Year award. In a letter, Melaney Sanchez and Brittany Tignor, co-chairs of the Maryland Association of […]

Nottingham resident releases first children’s book

Posted on January 16, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Nottingham resident Jamie Sopinski has released her first children’s book, “Sprinkle Love.” Released on January 5, 2024 by Austin Macauley Publishers, “Sprinkle Love” was conceptualized as a poem in the fall of 2020, at a time of collective trauma and hardship. An avid journaler, Sopinski thought deeply about what she wanted herself and her future children to believe about […]

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Pickleball House holds grand opening, ribbon-cutting in Middle River

Posted on December 13, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The ribbon has officially been cut. Pickleball House held a grand opening in Middle River on Wednesday morning. Seeking to capitalize on the continued demand for indoor pickleball courts, a group of investors including Gil Schuerholz, co-owner of Forty West Tennis Club in Catonsville, a former tennis professional and a member of the Towson University Athletic Hall of […]

Baltimore County Commission on Veterans Affairs to host Veterans’ Celebration and Resource Fair

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Commission on Veterans Affairs will host its first-ever Veterans’ Celebration and Resource Fair at Towson University’s Union building on Sunday, November 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The daylong event will feature activities, refreshments and a wide range of resources, as well as a special ceremony honoring local heroes. Organized to bring veterans and their […]

Councilman Marks announces reappointment of Bev German to Baltimore County Planning Board

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Monday announced his reappointment of Perry Hall resident Beverly German to the Baltimore County Planning Board. “Bev has been an outstanding member of this panel since her appointment in 2021. She is a lifelong Baltimore County resident, moving to Perry Hall in 1977, said Councilman Marks. “She has spent 50 years in education, […]

WalletHub ranks 2024’s top 10 colleges & universities in Maryland [VIDEO]

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—With the first “early decision” college-application deadline looming on November 1, and tuition and room and board at a four-year college costing $27,940 – $57,570 per year, the personal-finance website WalletHub this week released its 2024’s Best College & University Rankings report, in addition to separate rankings for colleges and for universities. To help college-bound seniors make the most […]

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Orioles announce ‘Soak It In’ postseason events throughout Baltimore area

Posted on October 2, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Orioles on Monday announced plans for a series of “Soak It In” events leading up to the start of the 2023 Postseason. Beginning Tuesday, October 3, fans will have the opportunity to meet the Oriole Bird and Mr. Splash while showing off their Oriole pride at events throughout Birdland. A complete list of events follows: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3 […]