Month: November 2020

BCPS to Stay Closed on Monday and Tuesday


Baltimore County Public Schools announced on Saturday that online learning will stay closed on Monday, Nov. 30 and Tuesday, Dec. 1 as a result of last week’s ransomware attack. Here is the official statement that was sent out to parents.

“Good evening Baltimore County Public Schools families and staff,

Due to the recent ransomware attack, Baltimore County Public Schools will be closed for students on Monday, November 30, and Tuesday, December 1. BCPS offices will be open and staff will receive additional information about Monday and Tuesday.

This provides much-needed time for our staff to continue working to set up the instructional platform and to communicate next steps regarding devices.

On Monday, November 30, and Wednesday, December 2, student meals will be available for pickup at no cost, at more than 300 locations as usual, including all middle and high schools.

We understand how challenging this situation is for families and staff, and we thank you for your patience as we work through this crisis. Please note that future daily updates will be available at 5 p.m.”

Dundalk Pedestrian Killed on Wise Avenue


A pedestrian crossing Wise Avenue in the Dundalk Precinct was killed on Friday evening after being struck by a vehicle in the travel lane.

The pedestrian, identified as Evelyn Ann Cornell of the 2300 block of Searles Road in Dundalk was crossing Wise Avenue east of Church Road around 5:40 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 27, when she was struck by a 2019 Nissan Altima traveling eastbound on Wise Avenue.

Cornell was transported to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased. The driver of the Nissan remained at the scene.

The Baltimore County Police Crash Investigation Team continues to investigate this fatal crash.

Driver Identified in Dundalk Fatal Crash


The driver in a single-vehicle crash in the Dundalk area died shortly after the incident yesterday evening.

Crash investigators were called to the scene on Rolling Mill Road near North Point Boulevard at 7:32 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 27.

The preliminary investigation determined that the vehicle, a 1993 Honda Accord, was traveling southbound on Rolling Mill Road when, for as yet undetermined reasons, it crossed the oncoming northbound traffic lane and left the roadway, traveling into a wooded area where it came to a stop.

The driver, identified as Antonio Dominique Whittington (38) of the 3400 block of Woodstock Avenue, 21213, was transported to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased.

The Baltimore County Police Crash Investigation Team are continuing to investigate the factors that contributed to this fatal crash

Lighted Boat Parade Comes to Dundalk Waterways


The Dundalk area is having a holiday parade on the water as Bear Creek’s first annual Lighted Boat Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 5 at 5:30 p.m. This event is presented and organized by Bear Creek Sailing Association and hosted by the Hard Yacht Cafe.

There has been a similar lighted boat parade in Middle River for the past two decades.

Boaters that want to participate in the parade are encouraged to register their boat at http://bearcreeksailing.com.

The parade will start at the Hard Yacht Cafe, located at 8500 Cove Road, and check-in is at 5 p.m.

This event can also be watched from one of the many parks, bridges, restaurants, homes or clubs along the parade route such as Inverness Park, the Wise Avenue Bridge and Watersedge Park.

Person Rescued From Vehicle in Dundalk


The Baltimore County Fire Department reported a motor vehicle crash that resulted in a rescue Friday night in Dundalk.

The incident was reported at 8:16 p.m. at the corner of Rolling Mill Road and North Point Boulevard.

Crews have rescued an occupant from a single vehicle accident. That person was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Use caution in the area.

2020 Holiday Schedule for East Baltimore County


Here is a limited list of 2020 Holiday Events in Eastern Baltimore County. Many events have been canceled as a result of COVID-19. Many of these events require masks and follow social distancing rules. If there is an event missing please contact us at eastbaltco@gmail.com

Now to Sunday, Jan. 3
Holiday Train Garden at White Marsh VFC
General admission is Saturday & Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Monday through Friday 3 to 9 p.m. Private scheduled Admission is from 2 to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. To schedule an appointment go to https://calendly.com/wmvfc/15min?month=2020-11

COVID policies are in place to help provide a safe and enjoyable visit. The train garden is located at 10331 Philadelphia Road, White Marsh, Maryland 21162.

Sunday, Nov. 29 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Santa and Wise Avenue VFC to Tour Dundalk
The Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company (WAVFC) announced on its website a schedule of their annual tradition of bringing Santa around on the Fire Engine onto Dundalk neighborhood streets. The Santa/Fire Engine tour will run from Friday, Nov. 27 to Monday, Dec. 22 starting at 6 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 28 at 5 p.m.
Middle River Lighted Boat Parade
The Middle River Parade of Lighted Boats will kick off the Holiday Season by lighting up Middle River area with the best display of boats in the area on Saturday, Nov. 28 starting at 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 29 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Dundalk Community Tree Lighting
The Eastern Regional Lions Club is hosting the Dundalk Community Tree Lighting at Poplar Place Shopping Center at the intersection of Wise Avenue and Merritt Boulevard. Social distancing and masks are required.

Saturday, Dec. 5 at 5 p.m.
Essex Tree Lighting and Open House
Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River will continue its tradition of holding its annual Essex Community Tree lighting on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. This is a free event with social distancing and masks required.

Bear Creek’s first annual Lighted Boat Parade
The Dundalk area is having a holiday parade on the water as Bear Creek’s first annual Lighted Boat Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 5 at 5:30 p.m. This event is presented and organized by Bear Creek Sailing Association and hosted by the Hard Yacht Cafe.
Boaters that want to participate in the parade are encouraged to register their boat at http://bearcreeksailing.com.

Did we miss any events?
If so, email us at eastbaltco@gmail.com

Canceled 2020 Holiday Events
THE AVENUE at White Marsh Holiday Parade
Wise Avenue VFC Train Garden
Dundalk-Patapsco-Neck-Historical-Society-Train-Garden
Dundalk Holiday Hoopla Street Fair

Santa and Wise Avenue VFC to Tour Dundalk


The Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company (WAVFC) announced on its website a schedule of their annual tradition of bringing Santa around on the Fire Engine onto Dundalk neighborhood streets. The Santa/Fire Engine tour will run from Friday, Nov. 27 to Monday, Dec. 22 starting at 6 p.m.

WAVFC stated that the schedule and times are subject to change based on emergencies calls, bad weather and personnel available. Residents living on a small street/court and/or dead end, are advised to go the nearest corner to see Santa as getting in and out of those areas can be difficult when not on an emergency response.

The website has a list of the streets where Santa is scheduled to arrive but not every street is listed on the website. Residents are asked to click on each map for each day to get an approximation on Santa’s stops.

WAVFC announced in September it was canceling its 2020 train garden as a result of COVID-19.

County Confirms BCPS Victim of Cyber Attack


The Baltimore County Government released a statement on Wednesday morning confirming that Baltimore County Public School (BCPS) was a victim of a ransomware attack that closed its virtual school program for the day.

“We are aware that BCPS has been the victim of a ransomware attack. Our Office of Information Technology is working closely with them to offer technical assistance and guidance,” said the statement.

“We do not have any reason to believe that Baltimore County Government systems have been compromised, but the County’s Information Technology team is closely inspecting its network and all devices out of an abundance of caution, and has put in place additional security measures. We will continue to work with BCPS to help address this issue so that remote learning can resume as soon as possible.”

BCPS Schools CLOSED Wednesday After Network Outage

BCPS Site Might Be Hacked and Please Stay Off Site and Laptops


Baltimore County Public Schools will start their Thanksgiving holiday a day early. The school system had to close its virtual learning setting unexpectedly on Wednesday, Nov. 25 after a network outage. The BCPS site is down this morning and everyone have been advised not to access the school laptops or go to the BCPS website as Baltimore County Government has confirmed BCPS has been a victim of a ransomware attack.

Mychael Dickerson, Chief of Staff for Baltimore County Public Schools, released a statement on Twitter.

“Due to issues with our network, all Baltimore County Public Schools will be closed today, Wednesday, November 25, 2020. Additional information will be shared as it becomes available.”