Arrested Made After Gunfire Near Courthouse & Other Spots


Members of the Baltimore County Police Department successfully resolved an incident this morning that involved an armed individual, barricaded inside his vehicle.

Out of an abundance of caution, several roads in the area were closed in the area of Dulaney Valley Road and Jarrettsville Pike in Jacksonville as this matter was being addressed.

Those roads were reopened shortly after the subject, who appeared to be in crisis, was safely taken into custody and transported to an area hospital for an evaluation.

The subject involved in this morning’s incident was being sought following reports of property damage that occurred Saturday evening.

At approximately 11 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 20, officers responded to the 11000 block of Crossroads Circle, 21220, for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers observed property damage to the location. The subject involved had left the scene. No one was injured.

At 11:24 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 20, officers responded to the 8900 block of Kelso Drive in Essex for a report of a firearms discharge. When officers arrived, they observed property damage to a government-owned building. No one was injured

At 11:54 p.m., officers responded to a firearms discharge in Unit block of Nakota Court in Middle River.

As officers searched for the subject, a report of a suspicious vehicle was received at 5:35 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 21.
Officers responded to the location near Dulaney Valley Road and Jarresttsville Pike and secured the area.

Crisis negotiators and other specialized personnel within the Baltimore County Police Department as well as members of the Harford County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police helped to bring this morning’s incident to a peaceful resolution

CCBC Essex Men’s Soccer Loses in NJCAA National Title Game


–photo courtesy of CCBC Essex Athletics-

Essex Men’s Soccer lost on penalty kicks in the NJCAA National Championship game against Pima Community College 3 to 2 on Saturday night.

The Knights fell behind 1 to 0 for the second game in a row but they came back as Toga Katsuma scored two goals late in the first half of the title game to give CCBC Essex a 2 to 1 lead.

Pima added a goal near the end of the half to tie the game 2 to 2 at halftime.

No team scored again in the second half or in both overtime sessions until Pima won on penalty kicks.

Police Investigating Carney Shooting


Baltimore County officers responded to Whitelaw Place in Carney after multiple calls for shots fired on Friday, Nov. 19 around 4 p.m.

Officers were later notified of two shooting victims being located in the 5800 block of Belair Road in Baltimore City.

As this investigation continues, detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department Violent Crimes Unit are asking anyone with information about this case to please call 911 or 410-307-2020. To be eligible for a reward, phone 1-866-7Lockup.

Bowleys Quarters VFRM Announces Santa Visits


One of the great traditions in Baltimore County is when local volunteer fire companies ride around their neighborhoods with Santa Claus on a fire engine.

Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine has released the dates for Santa’s trip through the area.

Graces Quarters, Chase Manor, Biscayne Bay
Friday, Dec. 3 starting at 5 p.m.

Oliver Beach, Bay County
Saturday Dec 4th starting at 5pm

Lower Bowleys Quarters (south of the station)
Sunday Dec 5th starting at 5pm

Seneca Park, Glenwood Rd, Edwards Ln, Clares Ln, Red Rose Farm Rd, Revola Beach Rd, Clarks Point Rd.
Monday Dec 6th starting at 6pm

Rain Make-up Day
Tuesday Dec 7th

Carroll Island Shopping Center, Long Beach Estates
Thursday Dec 9th starting at 6pm

Williams Estates, Peppermint Woods, Stevens Rd
Friday Dec 10th starting at 5pm

Carrollwood, Carrollwood Manor, Carroll Crest
Saturday Dec 11th starting at 5pm

Seneca Bay Apartments, Seneca Harbor
Sunday Dec 12th starting at 5pm

Whispering Woods
Monday Dec 13th starting at 6pm

Send your local Christmas events to eastbaltco@gmail.com

CCBC Essex Men’s Soccer to Play for National Title Tonight


–photo courtesy of NJCAA-

CCBC Essex Men’s soccer will play tonight for the national championship against Pima Community College at 5 p.m. in Wichita, Kan.

According to CCBC Essex Athletics Facebook page, the Knights defeated St. Charles Community College 2-1 on Friday night after Sam Diaz scored the game winning game with header in the 70th minute off a rebound.

The semifinal game was scoreless at halftime and CCBC Essex trailed 1-0 in the second half until Kota Tsuchisawa tied the game on a rebound goal in the 67th minute. Kazuma Ishizuka had the assist.

Knight goal Brenden LeMaster had four saves in the win.

Dundalk Football Comes Back From 15 to 0 to Defeat Urbana

Owls in the State Semifinals


-photo courtesy of Dundalk High School Football Facebook page-

The Dundalk Owls have advanced to the state semifinals in the 4A/3A region after rallying back to defeat Urbana 20 to 15.

According to the Dundalk HS Athletics Twitter page, the Owls were trailing 15 to 0 with 6:52 left in the third quarter as Urbana scored on two long touchdown passes.

Dundalk got back into the game as the defense recovered a fumble at the Urbana 43 yard-line that set up the Owl’s first touchdown of the game.

Dundalk was able to get another touchdown in the game but still trailed 15 to 14 after they failed to convert the 2-point conversion.

Marcus Nicholson helped Dundalk take control of the game as he scored the Go-Ahead touchdown as he caught a 45-yard touchdown catch on 4th & 5 with 3:21 left in the fourth.

The Owls sealed the victory when their defense stopped Urbana on fourth down with 1:20 left in the game.

The team remains undefeated and is one win away from their first state title game since 2015.

According to MPSSAA website, Dundalk is set to play Arundel next Friday night and that game should be played at Dundalk High at 7 p.m.

Marks Gives Construction Update on Joppa Road Bridge


Councilman David Marks provided an update on the Joppa Road bridge near Honeygo Boulevard in Perry Hall that has been under construction since January. His statement is below:

“The county’s forces remobilized on the site earlier this month and have been making good progress. The precast concrete slabs have been installed and the cast-in-place concrete traffic barriers are now being constructed (see the attached photo).

“The next steps include reinforcing the steel set, pouring concrete, and final strengthening of the interior barriers. Once that occurs, the roadway will be paved and traffic barriers off the bridge will be installed.

“We anticipate it will take about two more weeks to complete the work, unless there are unforeseen material supply issues and weather delays,” Marks said.

“I have done all I can to push this project along. The delays have been driven by material shortages, and these are impacted by national economic trends. I appreciate the patience of all motorists, as well as neighbors who have been impacted by detours.”

BCPS East Zone Artwork is now on Display


An exhibition of artwork by students in Baltimore County Public Schools’ East Zone is on display online and in the Superintendent’s Gallery at the school system’s Greenwood headquarters in Towson.

The virtual exhibition consists of more than 120 student artworks from 38 East Zone schools, from students in Kindergarten through Grade 12. Twenty-one selected artworks from 16 schools are on display until January 2022 in the Superintendent’s Gallery.

“This is the first student art exhibition in the Superintendent’s Gallery this school year,” said Ryan Twentey, BCPS visual arts coordinator.

“It will be followed by Central and West Zone exhibitions in January and March, respectively. The artworks in this exhibition were completed by students since the start of the 2021-22 school year, and they reflect our students’ creativity, opportunities for personal expression, and eagerness to make artwork with their peers. The power of art continues to carry us through challenging times, and we are so proud of our students for engaging with the creative process to create their masterpieces.”

The Superintendent’s Gallery, opened in April 2021, builds on the long history of student artwork exhibitions at the Greenwood Administration Building, which is located at 6901 N. Charles Street in Towson.

The Avenue at White Marsh Holiday Parade Returns


The Avenue at White Marsh announced that it will hold its 2021 holiday parade after it was canceled in 2020 because of COVID-19.

The AVENUE at White Marsh announced in October that it is going to alter its Holiday Tree Lighting and there was some concern that the parade was in danger of being canceled again, but the good news was revealed on its social media page.

“We are happy to share that our permit has been approved and we will host this community tradition on Saturday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m.,” said a statement.

“Join us as we celebrate the season with local high school marching bands, street performers, mascots, dance troops and so much more – all leading up to the big guy in the red suit!”

For a full listing of holiday events go to eastbaltco.com