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Harford County Man Killed by Car in White Marsh


Baltimore County Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred on Wednesday, Oct. 20, just after 4:30 p.m. in the 8200 block of Town Center Drive in White Marsh.

The pedestrian, Jeffrey Chmielewski of Brookwood Drive, of Harford County, succumbed to his injuries on Thursday, Oct., 21 after being struck by a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu as he attempted to cross the road; he was not in a crosswalk.

The Baltimore County Police Crash Team is continuing its investigation to determine the factors involved in this fatal crash.

Bevins Announces Raised Crosswalks at Fullerton ES


County Councilwoman Cathy Bevins announced that a raised crosswalk would be installed at Fullerton Elementary on Fullerton Avenue.

“Having been denied that request previously, I’m incredibly pleased to see that it has been approved. On top of that, two more raised crosswalks are being installed — one at Taylor Avenue and Park Drive and the other at Old Harford Road and Glendale Road,” Bevins said.

“These raised crosswalks will help with pedestrian safety and traffic calming, and I’m very thankful that we have such a wonderful transportation team here in Baltimore County.”

Rosedale Dad Wins $100,000 from Maryland Lottery


Playing Maryland Lottery scratch-offs has been a just-for-fun activity for a single dad from Rosedale, but the fun expanded explosively last weekend. He won $100,000 on a $10 Ca$h Bonus instant ticket!

“I told my family and we were just running around the house,” he told Lottery officials after claiming his prize. “I was in shock. I can’t believe it.”

Even after taking a seat in the Lottery Winner’s Circle, the reality of the situation still wasn’t sinking in, he said. “Lucky Dad,” which is the name he is using to tell his winning story, had played Lottery games for years and never given much thought to what he would do with a big prize. He typically picks up a few instant tickets each week and scratches them off at his leisure.

“I always play hoping to win,” he said. In the past, the scratch-off fan won relatively small prizes, which kept things interesting. The 32-year-old did win a prize at the $1,000 level about three weeks before his big score.

“Lucky Dad” double-checked the $100,000 winning scratch-off numerous times after discovering his shocking top-prize win. Since then, he considered potential uses for the prize and settled on buying a small house to live in with his 5-year-old daughter. A contractor by trade, the loyal player anticipates buying a place that needs work.

Also picking up a financial surprise is Rosedale Shell, which sold the winning scratch-off. The retailer located at 7514 Pulaski Highway in Baltimore receives a bonus of $1,000 from the Lottery for selling a top-prize winning scratch-off.

Dundalk Precinct Names Officer Pizza Officer of the Month


Officer M. Pizza has been named Dundalk Officer of the Month.

According to Baltimore County Police, Pizza initiated three separate on-view events that resulted in the seizure of CDS and other contraband.

In one of those events, he initiated a vehicle stop for an inoperable brake light.

That stop resulted in the seizure of approximately 20 grams of marijuana, a felonious amount of crack cocaine, heroin, oxycodone, paraphernalia, a scale and approximately 160 shells of small caliber ammunition.

Angel Park To Hold 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run


Angel Park will hold their 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run on Sunday Nov. 7 at 8:30 a.m. The park is located in Perry Hall at 9685 Honeygo Blvd.

The 5K run will be an out-and-back course starting and finishing at Angel Park. Runners will exit the park and turn right onto Honeygo Boulevard heading toward Belair Road. Runners will turn right onto Forge Road to head toward the turnaround point (near Anvil Court). After turning around at this point, runners will backtrack and head back the same way they came to end up at the finish at Angel Park.

The 1 Mile Walk will consist of an out-and-back course on paved surfaces.

Entry Fees for the 5k is $30 for registrants ages 11 and up until Nov. 1; $35 after Nov. 1 including race day, $25 for registrants ages 10 and under until Nov. 1; $30 after Nov. 1 including race day (age discount will be applied at checkout) The 1 Mile Walk is $15 for all ages until Nov. 1, $20 after Nov. 1 including race day.

The event will be held rain or shine, and entry fees are non-refundable.
Angel Park will also provide a virtual race option for those who would like to participate but are not local, or do not feel comfortable attending an in-person race at this time. Here’s how the virtual race works:
1. Register for the virtual event, and sign up for text or e-mail notifications
2. Your race swag will be available for pickup at our Friday packet pickup, or you can choose to have it mailed to you for a $5 fee.
3. You’ll receive a text or email (if you opt in) when the VIRTUAL race “starts” on Nov. 6.
4. Run your race and submit your results either by text message or email (if you’ve opted in) or by heading to the results page here by Nov. 7 at 11:59 p.m.

Results update in real time as people submit their times. Be sure to take photos prior, during and after your race. You will be able to share them on the runsignup.com photo page here or on social media using ##angelpark5K2021

*Virtual race performances are not eligible for the overall event awards, but we’ll certainly be acknowledging the winners in our post-race communication.
Awards will be given to Top 3 overall male and female runners. Top male and female runners in each of the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+

Race shirts will be guaranteed to all 5k and 1 mile participants who register by Oct. 29 (sizes and availability cannot be guaranteed after the 29). Water stations out on the course and at the finish, as well as course marshals guiding you on the route.

For more information, go to https://www.angel-park.org/

Officials Cut Ribbon to New Berkshire School


-photo courtesy of BCPS-

Berkshire Elementary School in Dundalk had some visitors this morning as BCPS Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams and Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, members of the Board of Education of Baltimore County and elected officials from the state and county joined for the traditional ribbon cutting.

Berkshire was set to open last September but did not open its doors for students until March as a result of COVID-19.

The new 618-seat, $51 million school was built next to the old Berkshire school on Poplar Avenue in Dundalk.

Construction started in 2019 and the new school has a two-story classroom wing, a single-story cafeteria/gymnasium wing linked by a central core of interwoven collaboration spaces, a “green” rooftop classroom garden and a technology-rich media center.

The old school building was demolished and was replaced by fields for the new school.

Harm Reduction Nurse Services Available at Essex Library


A registered nurse from the Baltimore County Harm Reduction program will confidential assessments and education related to drug use and sexual health today at Essex Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library.

The event will be held Wednesday, Oct. 20 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Services offered for eligible individuals include blood pressure screenings, immunizations, blood glucose checks, wound checks and general consults.

BCPS to Honor Officer Caprio With Playground


Fallen Officer Amy Caprio will be honored with a playground at Gunpowder Elementary School on Saturday, October 23, from 2 – 4 p.m. at the school, 9540 Holiday Manor Road in Perry Hall.

A host of county and state elected and educational leaders, including BCPS Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams and Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, will participate in the ribbon-cutting for a new Unity Playground to honor the life and service of Ofc. Amy Caprio, who was killed in the line of duty in Perry Hall in May 2018.

The ceremony will include remarks from Williams and Olszewski as well as from Makeda Scott, chair of the Board of Education of Baltimore County; state Sen. Kathy Klausmeier, Police Chief Melissa Hyatt, Baltimore County Councilman David Marks, and family members and friends of Officer Caprio’s.

The event also will feature the Perry Hall High School Chamber Choir and a medley from Police Emerald Society piper Lt. Robert McCurdy (ret.) of the Baltimore County Fire Department. The community is invited, and children will be invited to engage in a “First Play” on the equipment to end the ceremony.

The rain date for this event is Saturday, October 30.

Eastern Tech Evacuated Tuesday Morning

malfunctioning natural gas line reported at school


– photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department-

Baltimore County crews were on the scene at Eastern Tech High School at 1100 Mace Avenue in Essex on Tuesday morning.

Crews were investigating odor of natural gas inside of the school on Oct, 19 at 9:25 a.m. School was evacuated at that time.

BGE was called to the scene to investigate a malfunctioning natural gas line.

Gas leak was listed secured and building deemed safe around 10:04 a.m.. Staff and students reentered the school at that time.

Fire crews have cleared the scene. No injuries reported.