New Northeast Elementary Boundaries to be Discussed


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The Northeast Area Elementary Boundary Study Committee will host a public information session on Wednesday, November 3, from 7 – 8 p.m. to provide information and gather feedback about boundary options and the study process.

The virtual meeting will include an explanation of the process, a presentation of data, and a question-and-answer period.

The committee has been charged with creating new attendance boundaries for the new northeast elementary school and a new, larger Red House Run Elementary School. Eight schools that may be affected by the new schools are included in the study: Elmwood, Fullerton, Joppa View, McCormick, Perry Hall, Red House Run, Shady Spring, and Vincent Farm elementary schools.

The public information session will be held virtually; those wishing to attend the online meeting may use this link. More information about the study and committee meetings may be found at the boundary study website.

Following meetings through December by the committee and the public information session, a recommendation will be presented in March 2022 to the Board of Education of Baltimore County for a decision.

Baltimore Mom Wins $100,000 at Middle River Store


A lucky Baltimore woman experienced an interesting turn of events, thanks to the Maryland Lottery, that nearly brought her to happy tears. After undergoing some very challenging circumstances, the mother of two saw her situation take a rapid turn for the better when she scored a $100,000 top-prize win on a $100,000 Lucky scratch-off!

The 33-year-old found her big win after stopping for gas at a Middle River Royal Farms located at 1302 Windlass Drive.

While there, she decided to buy Lottery games. Her luck began when she purchased a $10 instant ticket and won $20. The scratch-off fan then added another $10 to her $20 prize to purchase a $30 $100,000 Lucky scratch-off.

She scanned her instant ticket while in the store. After seeing the “Take to Lottery” message, the player took the scratch-off to the store clerk to rescan. She quickly learned a $100,000 fortune was coming her way. “It took everything in me to keep myself together,” the happy player said.

Once she left the store, our winner shared the great news with her grandmother and her best friend. The lucky lady currently works in banking and plans to use her winnings to purchase a house, make financial investments and take a vacation.

The $100,000 Lucky scratch-off went on sale in September and still has 60 $100,000 top prizes remaining. Royal Farms #042 will receive a $1,000 bonus from the Lottery for its role in selling a $100,000 top-prize winning scratch-off.

Baltimore County School Board Nominating Commission named for 2021-2025 Term


he Baltimore County School Board Nominating Commission has been named for the 2021-2025 term.

The 19 commission members serve four-year terms and are chosen to “reflect the rich cultural, geographic, ethnic, and racial diversity of Baltimore County.” In accordance with the Maryland Educational Code, eight members — one from each legislative district — are appointed by the governor, in consultation with the county executive of Baltimore County. The Commission’s remaining members are appointed.

One is appointed by the county executive from the “county at large,” and the following organizations appoint one member each: Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce; PTA Council of Baltimore County, Inc.; Baltimore County Public Schools’ Special Education Citizens’ Advisory Committee; Baltimore County Student Councils; Council of Administrative and Supervisory Employees; Education Support Professionals of Baltimore County; League of Women Voters of Baltimore County; Advancement of Colored People, Baltimore County; Teachers Association of Baltimore County (TABCO); and Towson University.

The newly named Commission members are:
• Aisha Austin, Baltimore County Member-At-Large
• William Burke, Council of Administrative and Supervisory Employees
• Jeannette Young, Education Support Professionals of Baltimore County
• Michael Darenberg, Governor’s Appointment – District 6
• Deborah Hopp, Governor’s Appointment – District 7
• Judy Wagner, Governor’s Appointment – District 8
• Kelly Krupinski, Governor’s Appointment – District 11
• Katherine Bloom, Governor’s Appointment – District 12
• Stephen McIntire, Governor’s Appointment – District 42B
• Dr. Eugene Clark, Governor’s Appointment – District 44
• Julie Sugar, League of Women Voters
• Marietta English, NAACP
• Leslie Weber, PTA Council
• Samantha Warfel, Baltimore County Student Council
• Cindy Sexton, TABCO
• Dr. Antonio Campbell, Towson University

The three vacancies on the commission will be filled by appointees from the Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce, the BCPS Special Education Advisory Council, and the governor (representing district 10). Cindy Sexton, TABCO president, has been appointed commission chair.

The Commission’s first meeting will be scheduled in the coming weeks.

Gunpowder Elementary Dedicates Playground to Amy Caprio


–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks-

Fallen Officer Amy Caprio was honored with on a playground at Gunpowder Elementary School on Saturday, Oct. 23 in Perry Hall.

The event was attended by Baltimore County Executive John Olszewski, state Senate Kathy Klausmeier, Delegates Harry Bhandari Joe Boteler and Carl Jackson and Councilman David Marks.

“Today, our Perry Hall community celebrated the opening of the new Unity Playground at Gunpowder Elementary School, dedicated to Officer Amy Caprio

“In my remarks, I spoke of the twin values of courage and community – the bravery of Officer Caprio when she was murdered on May 21, 2018, and the generosity of spirit shown by our community in the time afterward. We came together to support one another,” Marks said.

“In all my years as a Councilman, this was one of finest projects and among the best dedication ceremonies I have attended. There are so many to thank, but it begins with Kirsten Roller, Matt Clifford and their families from Linwen Way who sparked this project. Children will play, laugh, and learn here for years to come.

“The rain held off, like someone was watching over us.”

Baltimore Ravens Take Over Perry Hall

Parkville Beats Perry Hall 13-7 at Ravens Showdown


-photo by Mary Boehl (East Balt Co reader)-

The Perry Hall-Parkville football game usually has a special atmosphere with a rivalry game but this year’s game had more excitement as the game was selected as part of the Ravens RISE High School Football Showdown game tonight for Baltimore County.

The game had a visit from the Baltimore Marching Ravens, Raven cheerleaders and Raven mascot Poe.

There was also an appearance from Raven star wide receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown.

Both Perry Hall and Parkville athletic departments received $1,500 each from the Baltimore Ravens.

On the field, Parkville defeated Perry Hall 13-7.

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.