County Animal Shelter At Full Capacity


The Baltimore County Animal Shelter announced that it has reached its maximum holding capacity and until further notice will not be accepting owner surrenders. Exceptions may be made, by prior agreement, for the surrender- and owner-requested euthanasia of animals in severe medical distress.

The shelter is open to the public for adoptions and redemptions only. Stray dogs are being housed at 7702 Dunmanway in Dundalk and are available for redemption Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 410-887-PAWS to learn more.

I-95 Construction Starts Past White Marsh


The reconstruction of northbound I-95 from MD 43 to South of MD 152 is now underway.

As part of the Maryland Transportation Authority’s (MDTA) $1.1 billion program to relieve congestion and improve travel along the I-95 Corridor into Harford County, the MDTA is beginning preliminary work to widen northbound I-95 between MD 43 (White Marsh Boulevard) and MD 152 (Mountain Road) to make way for the extension of two northbound Express Toll Lanes.

The existing travel lanes have been shifted to the left towards the median area. Traffic barrier is being installed along the right shoulder to separate traffic from construction activities. All northbound travel lanes will be maintained during peak travel periods.

The barrier separation provides a safe work zone for construction workers to perform the roadway widening. Motorists should expect delays when traveling through the work zone. Please obey all speed limits and be alert so no one gets hurt. For more information, visit mdta.Maryland.gov/I95ETLNB/home.html.

Langley Named Dundalk Officer of Month


Baltimore County Police Department announced that Officer Langley for being selected as June Officer of the Month for Precinct 12. His supervisor praised his ability to continue working proactively in the community despite the challenges that the pandemic has presented.

Langley conducted 85 business checks, demonstrating a commitment to proactively addressing community concerns, He is quick to offer assistance to other officers with their investigation and led the Edgemere squad in all enforcement categories.

In one incident, another officer was investigating a hit and run crash and Langley offered to look into a possible address of the suspect. Though the suspect was not at home, Langley was able to gather enough information to help the investigation officer clear the case.

Teen Killed in Dundalk Hit-and-Run Crash


-photo courtesy of GoFundMe.com-
Baltimore County Investigators are working with the Baltimore County Crash Team continue to search for the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed a teenager in Dundalk on Monday, July 19, shortly after 12 a.m.

The 16-year-old victim, Jayden Baldree, was on a bicycle at the time of the crash. She was traveling northbound along Northpoint Boulevard near Baltimore Street when a car traveling in the same lane struck her from behind and fled the scene. The teen did not survive. 

A GoFundMe page has been set up for Jayden’s family.

Officers later located the suspect’s vehicle, unoccupied, at the intersection of Baltimore Street and Eastbrook Avenue. Prior to fleeing the scene, the tags to the 2005 Acura were removed.

Anyone who may have information about this crash is asked to call 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward when submitting tips through Metro Crime Stoppers.

National Night Out Events for East County


On Tuesday, August 3, the Baltimore County Police Department will participate in the 38th year of National Night Out. This annual community-building campaign promotes police-community partnerships and is an opportunity for people to come together and build lasting relationships with the officers who serve in their neighborhoods.

The celebrations will be as diverse as our communities, with events scheduled including block parties, carnival games, school supply drives, educational seminars, and more! The common thread in every event is the spirit of togetherness and the goal of ensuring a safe and happy environment for residents, businesses and visitors alike.

On Tuesday August 3, turn your porch light on to show your commitment to your community and public safety.

The following is a list of some of the events scheduled in each precinct. More events may be added and some may change closer to the date, so bookmark this page and check back to plan your participation.

PRECINCT 8/PARKVILLE

Harford Park Citizens on Patrol

Contact: Denise Naylor (443-831-3556)

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Block Party/cookout, Fire Department

Location: Harford Park Community Association building (2522 Linwood Avenue)

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Perring Park Citizens On Patrol

Contact: Kristen Piscopo (443-823-1738) or perringparkcommunity@gmail.com

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Block party with KONA Ice Truck

Location: Harford Hills Road (behind Harford Hills Elementary School)

Time: 7 to 8 p.m.

Seven Courts Citizens on Patrol

Contact: Shawn King – extkking@gmail.com

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Neighborhood party

Location: Seven Oaks Senior Center (9210 Seven Courts Drive)

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Overlea Community Association

Contact: Jessica Loveless – treefroggrl0688@yahoo.com

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Community Pot Luck Supper

Location: National History Society of Maryland (6908 Belair Road)

Time: 6 to 9 p.m.

St. Johns Lutheran Church

Contact: Amanda Wood – Amanda.regina.wood@gmail.com

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Food, entertainment, games

Location: 8808 Harford Road.

Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

PRECINCT 9/WHITE MARSH

Elmwood Belmar Community Association

Contact: Bill Thomas (410-299-3116)

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Food, ice cream, games

Elmwood Elementary School (531 Dale Avenue)

Time: 5 to 7 p.m.


Fontana Village

Contact: Roberta Mosby (410-682-6607)

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Games, face painting, talent show

Leasing office on Fontana Lane (1 Orion Ct.)

Time: 5 to 7 p.m.

Garden Village Association/COP

Contact: Wannetta Thompson (410-866-9269)

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Unit

Activity: Community gathering, food trucks, music and games

Location: Garden Village Community Center (6011 St. Regis Road)

Time: 5 to 7 p.m.

Cowenton

Contact: Heather Patti – hp2970@yahoo.com

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Cookout/picnic, White Marsh Vol. Fire Dept., Child ID, face painting, Maryland State Police, Transit & Amtrak Police

Location: White Marsh Vol. Fire Dept. (10331 Philadelphia Road 21162)

Time: 6 to 9 p.m.

Linover Improvement Association

Contact: Caitlyn Klimm – president@linover.org

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Cookout and Block Party

Location: Terrace Drive (Entrance to Lillian Holt Park)

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

PRECINCT 11/ESSEX

Sussex Community Association

Contact: Ms. Leah Biddinger (410-622-9527)

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Community block party

Location: Margaret Ave. & Cedar Rd. Essex, MD 21221

Time: 5 to 8 p.m.

Hawthorne Community Association

Contact: Ms. Cristi Demnowicz (443-413-1571)

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Ice Cream Social

Location: Hawthorne Plaza Shopping Center (2109 Eastern Blvd. 21221)

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Precinct 11 PCRC/Aero Acres Civic-Improvement Association

Contact: Mr. Dennis Gilpin (410-960-0572)

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Community food truck

Location: Salvation Army Field (1400 Fuselage Ave, 21220)

Time: 5 to 8 p.m.

PRECINCT 12/DUNDALK

Civic League of Inverness

Contact: Kara Buchhold (443-717-2842)

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Pizza and games

Location: TBD

Time: TBD


North Point Village Civic Association

Contact: Dave Patro (410-477-4095)

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: TBD

Location: Battle Monument Park

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Lakes at Stansbury Shores

Contact: Kathy Murphy (kemurphy353@gmail.com)

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: TBD

Location: TBD

Time: TBD


Gray Manor

Contact: TBD

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: TBD

Location: Gray Manor Park

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Old Dundalk

Contact: Jessica Lilly

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Snacks, games and books

Location: Heritage Park

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Watersedge

Contact: Tammy Tudor

Officer(s) Assigned: Community Outreach Team

Activity: Games and snacks

Location: Watersedge Park

Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Shooting Reported on Cornwall Road in Dundalk


Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit responded to the 2900 block of Cornwall Road in Dundalk, shortly after 12 a.m. on Sunday, July 18, in reference to a shooting that occurred. The victim suffered from injuries to his upper body.

At the time of the shooting, the 37-year-old victim was outside due to a power outage in the area.

VCU Detectives are asking anyone with information about this case to contact them at 410-307-2020. You may remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward when submitting tips through Metro Crime Stoppers

Watermain Break Reported in Dundalk


– photo courtesy of Eastbaltco.com-

The Baltimore County Emergency Management Twitter page reported a large watermain break in Dundalk at Ashwood Road and North Point Road near the corner of Drug City Pharmacy on Monday, July 19 before 1 p.m.

Baltimore County Police shut down a portion of Ashwood Road due to large amounts of water.

Motorists are asked to seek an alternate driving route.

Storyville Returns to the Rosedale Library


Storyville Returned to the Baltimore County Public Library Rosedale Branch on Monday with a reopening for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic back in March 2020.

The new Storyville hours are on Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The play-and-learn center will operate at 50% capacity, allowing a total of 30 children and adults at one time.

Storyville is for children from birth through five years old.

Lighting Causes Parkville Apartment Fire


-photo courtesy of Providence Volunteer Fire Company of Towson Maryland Facebook page-

Baltimore County Emergency Crews had a busy day as a result of the strong storms in the area on Saturday, July 7.

Baltimore County Fire Department reported a two alarm condo fire in the 2200 block of Lowells Glen Road in Parkville.

The fire was reported through the roof. Crews evacuated tenants and pets. Everyone got out safely. No injuries were reported. The fire started before 3 p.m.

Investigators have confirmed this fire began with a lightning strike.