Details matter in proposed reduction of open space fees [Editorial]

Details matter in proposed reduction of open space fees [Editorial]

Few would argue that Baltimore County needs more open space or that developers, whose projects tend to diminish open space, should contribute to the creation, preservation or enhancement of the parks,...

Baltimore County says it won't raise water rates

Baltimore County says it won't raise water rates

Baltimore County residents served by the city's water system won't see a rate increase this year, county officials said Tuesday, despite a city proposal to impose a 15 percent increase.

Hearing to be held Wednesday for Baltimore County schools capital budget

York Road corridor school overcrowding [Pictures]

A meeting scheduled for Wednesday evening will be the first opportunity for county residents to provide input and suggestions on the Baltimore County Public Schools capital budget for fiscal year...

Guns stolen from home of Ravens' Ray Rice

Guns stolen from home of Ravens' Ray Rice

Two guns and cash were stolen in a weekend burglary at the Reisterstown home of Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice, Baltimore County police confirmed.

Benjamin Lipsitz, 94, Pikesville attorney who defended Bremer

Benjamin Lipsitz, 94, Pikesville attorney who defended Bremer

Benjamin Lipsitz, whose commitment to the spirit and letter of the law led him to defend a would-be assassin, a Nazi sympathizer and a craven murderer during a career that spanned more than a half-...

Abolishing school trailers will take creativity and determination [Editorial]

Abolishing school trailers will take creativity and determination [Editorial]

Sometimes, the same old solutions are inadequate for stubborn problems. New directions must be found. So it is with overcrowding in the Baltimore County Public School system.

Baltimore County gave proper notice of stormwater fee meeting

Baltimore County gave proper notice of stormwater fee meeting

Baltimore County officials gave proper notice of its meeting where residents could testify about a new stormwater fee, according to state panel that rules on open meeting complaints.

School police officer assaulted in Pikesville High fight

School police officer assaulted in Pikesville High fight

A school police officer at Pikesville High School was assaulted after responding to a fight in the gym this morning, Baltimore County police said.

Measure would reduce open-space fees for Balto. Co. developers

Measure would reduce open-space fees for Balto. Co. developers

The Baltimore County Council could vote next week to reduce fees that developers pay to help the county build parks and buy recreational land.

Louisa May Alcott reunion rekindles memories of school, and community

Louisa May Alcott reunion rekindles memories of school, and community

They filed in the lobby of Martin's Valley Mansion in Cockeysville, some ramrod straight, others on canes and bent over walkers.

Woman shot by officer in Pikesville had fake weapon, police say

Woman shot by officer in Pikesville had fake weapon, police say

A woman shot Saturday in Pikesville by a Baltimore County police officer — after the officer thought she had pulled a weapon — turned out to be holding a replica of a semi-automatic...

Fallen Heroes of Maryland deserve our respect and attention [Editorial]

Fallen Heroes of Maryland deserve our respect and attention [Editorial]

Sometimes, it's easy to pay no attention. Life goes smoothly when you disregard that which is heartbreaking. Even when sacrifices are made on your behalf, no need to share in someone else's pain.

McDonogh defeats Maryvale to advance to IAAM girls lacrosse championship

McDonogh defeats Maryvale to advance to IAAM girls lacrosse championship

McDonogh's No. 1 girls lacrosse team is now within one game of its ultimate goal after Thursday's 17-10 victory over No. 9 Maryvale in the Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland A Conference...

Attorney disputes settlement details in ADA cases against Balt. Co.

Attorney disputes settlement details in ADA cases against Balt. Co.

Baltimore County said Thursday it has settled three disability lawsuits filed by former firefighters and a police officer who alleged they were illegally forced out of their jobs.

Owings Mills sports notices

Owings Mills-area farmers markets offer more than produce

Owings Mills-area farmers markets offer more than produce

The idea came to her in a dream. Yes, a dream. Cathy Shapiro dreamed about coffee-flavored ice pops, strange as that sounds, and then the Pikesville resident spent 18 months turning the dream into...

Firefighter laid to rest in service steeped in tradition

Firefighter laid to rest in service steeped in tradition

On a perfect spring day in Baltimore County, surrounded by hundreds of his brother and sister firefighters and mourned in prayers thousands of years old, a hero was laid to rest Sunday.

County grade of intersection near Green Spring Station questioned

County grade of intersection near Green Spring Station questioned

How bad is traffic at Falls and Joppa roads in Baltimore County? It depends whom you ask, and the answer could determine whether the county allows additional growth near the intersection.

Funeral for Gene Kirchner from Owings Mills to Dulaney Valley

Funeral for Gene Kirchner from Owings Mills to Dulaney Valley

Baltimore County police and fire personnel throughout the region are participating today in the funeral for Reisterstown Volunteer Fire Department member Gene Kirchner, who died Thursday of injuries...

McDonogh freshman golfer hitting his shots

McDonogh freshman golfer hitting his shots

Rij Patel's golf skills and future potential are getting noticed at McDonogh School. The freshman and Hunt Valley resident earned the No. 1 ranking in the 14-and-under Northeast Division of the...

Discussion series tackles challenges of parenting

The necessity of a two-income family today often leaves parents scrambling for child care and juggling countless responsibilities. It is no wonder that young parents today may feel overwhelmed....


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