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Crash reported on Belair Road in Fallston
FALLSTON, MD—Crews are on the scene of a crash in the Fallston area. The crash was reported at around 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday along Belair Road at Mountain Road. There has been no word on any injuries. Motorists should use caution in the area.
Looney's Pub owners getting closer to opening waterfront restaurant
ESSEX, Md. — The popular local Looney's Pub chain is getting ready to open a new venture - a restaurant on the Essex waterfront. It's being called LoonASea (get it?), and the Looney's team has been teasing the grand opening on social media. They say their goal "is to bring a Key West vibe to Hopkins Creek all year round!"
New legislation will allow Maryland library workers to form unions
BALTIMORE -- Monumental legislation is now in place for library workers across Maryland. "It gives us a voice," Harford County Library Worker Morgan Michael said.Governor Wes Moore signed "The Library Workers Empowerment Act" into law last week. The bill gives all library workers across the state the power to form unions and collectively bargain with their employees."Since library workers are not county employees, they're not state employees, it's kind of like that convoluted gray area so that's why we had to get legislation," Harford County Library Worker Megan Baker said. A group of Harford County library workers are the brains...
Police to hold mock casualty event at Perry Hall High School on Friday
NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police say residents shouldn’t be alarmed if they see a large number of emergency vehicles in the Perry Hall area on Friday. The Baltimore County Police Department and partner agencies will be holding a mock casualty event at Perry Hall High School on May 3rd. Area residents...
Arnel, Maxine Redfern Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting
Shortly after 11:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, officers from the Baltimore County Police Department were called to the 2700 block of Maple Avenue in Parkville to investigate a reported domestic disturbance. Police say that the officer called to the scene heard gunshots fired inside the home and a...
Investigators still searching for clues of what caused Essex house explosion
BALTIMORE -- Investigators were back on Crafton Road in Essex on Wednesday sifting through debris after a house exploded there more than a week ago.WJZ spoke with officials who said they are looking for accelerants, and crews, including accelerant-sniffing-dogs, were searching for clues and answers."You're comfortable, you got great neighbors, and then a situation, like this happens," said Logan Lambert, a neighbor on Avenal Road.The home on Crafton Road near Avenal Road caught on fire around 11 p.m. on April 20 and exploded and rattled a neighborhood awake. WJZ was in the neighborhood in the immediate aftermath and spoke with neighbors...
Cecil County Mediation looking for bi-lingual volunteers
ELKTON — Cecil County Community Mediation Center is in search of bi-lingual volunteers to help with conflict resolution cases. Spanish speakers are especially needed. Free training will be available May 31, June 1, 14, 15, 21 and 22. Cecil County Community Mediation Center, located at 224 East Main St., Suite 110 in Elkton, offers free, confidential conflict resolution. It’s a good way to avoid going to court over a dispute with neighbors, family, landlord-tenant issues, businesses and more. Go to cecilmediation.org to learn more or to sign up for the free training.
WMVFC Food Truck Tuesdays to kick off on May 7
WHITE MARSH, MD—A summer tradition returns to the White Marsh area next week. Spend the day with neighbors and support the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company at Food Truck Tuesdays. Food, drinks, dessert, and live music will be available every Tuesday beginning on May 7 and ending on August...
Harford County offers incentives for 'Bike to Work Week.' Here's what to know
Harford County will celebrate National Clean Commute Month in May with the 27th annual Bike to Work Week from May 13 to 17.Harford County will host Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 17. Participation is free but registration is required and will be open until May 17. To register, visit https://www.biketoworkmd.com. All pre-registrants will receive a free Bike to Work Day gift bag. On Friday, May 17 "pit stops" promoting biking as a fun, healthy and low-cost transportation option will offer light refreshments for participants. Pit Stop locations will be open rain or shine:Bel Air, 7- 8:30 a.m., Friday, ...
Kelly Benson takes the helm in North East after Mayor Kline's retirement
NORTH EAST — There is a new mayor in town and his name is Kelly Benson. Benson took his oath of office on April 24 — one day after the effective retirement date for Michael Kline, who had served as mayor since February 2021 and as a town board member since July 2015. Approximately 10 months remained on Kline’s second two-year term as mayor when he opted to retire for personal reasons. ...
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