Maryland SHA Pedestrian Safety Action Plan

State Highway Administration to host public information session on Essex pedestrian safety initiative

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BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Highway Administration will host a public informational workshop this fall to provide updates and receive feedback on an initiative to improve pedestrian access and safety along a key Essex corridor as part of the agency’s ambitious Pedestrian Safety Action Plan (PDF). Through the Pedestrian Safety Action Plan, the State Highway Administration reviewed existing conditions across the […]

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Road Construction Traffic Cones

Baltimore County lane closures announced for August 16 – 23

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BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced major lane closures for the coming weekend and week in Baltimore County. Officials say the closures could impact travel for those driving in the area. The planned closures include the following: Baltimore County  MD 140 (Reisterstown Rd.) between Pleasant Hill Rd. and Stocksdale Ave. – County Waterline Replacement and State Highway Improvements […]

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Joppa MD Crash 20240815

Joppa crash leaves 3 injured

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JOPPA, MD—Crews are on the scene of a Thursday afternoon crash in the Joppa area. The crash was reported at around 3 p.m. in the area of Old Joppa Road near Lincrest Road. The Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company reports that three patients have been transported to local hospitals. Motorists should expect delays in the area. Photo via JMVFC

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I-695 Crash 20240812

Crash shuts down I-695 outer loop near Towson

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UPDATE: The crash involves a tractor-trailer and another vehicle. Two people have been transported for injuries. All lanes have now been reopened. Original story below… ——— LUTHERVILLE, MD—Crews on the scene of a crash along I-695 near the Towson area. The crash was reported at around 2 p.m. on Monday, August 12, 2024 on the outer loop of the Baltimore […]

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Pedestrian

Crews to improve pedestrian access on Martin Boulevard in Middle River

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MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Maryland State Highway Administration will begin improving pedestrian access on a section of MD 700/Martin Boulevard in eastern Baltimore County beginning later this week. The work will begin on Thursday, August 15, and is expected to be complete by early fall, weather permitting. Beginning at 9 a.m. on Thursday, crews will begin the project along MD 700 […]

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I-695

Multiple lane closures to occur along I-695 this week

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BALTIMORE, MD—Motorists should be aware of several lane closures that will occur along I-695 in Baltimore County this week. As part of the 10-bridge rehabilitation project at the I-95/I-695 interchange near Arbutus, crews will be shifting traffic as part of the project, which will necessitate a triple lane closure. This will occur beginning Monday, August 12 at 11:45 p.m. until […]

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Rescue in progress after hiker suffers allergic reaction to bee stings on Gunpowder trail

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UPDATE: Aviation responded to assist with hoisting patient from a wooded area. The patient is now conscious and being removed via ATV. Original story below… ——— PERRY HALL, MD—A rescue operation is in progress after a hiker suffered a severe allergic reaction on Sunday afternoon. At just after 2:30 p.m. on August 11, medics responded after a hiker suffered a […]

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