Towson

Baltimore County has launched a COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund to support residents and governmental needs.

John H. Webb, who worked at Maryland Blue Cross and Blue Shield, has died at age 87.

By Jacques Kelly

Mar 30, 2020

A Parkville man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder in connection to a domestic-related shooting Sunday afternoon, according to Baltimore County Police.

The Springlake and Coachford neighborhood, just off of Padonia Road in Timonium, banded together to showcase the artwork of local children recently, helping people to feel a bit of humanity recently.

Jim Darcangelo, a National Lacrosse Hall of Famer and co-founder of Lax World, died on Saturday morning at the age of 67.

By Bill Wagner

Mar 29, 2020

With all in-person classes canceled as a result of coronavirus precautions, universities in Maryland are expanding the use of pass-fail grading for undergraduates for the spring 2020 term.

By Colin Campbell

Mar 29, 2020

Two Baltimore County first responders have tested positive for COVID-19, the county announced Friday.

Baltimore County Public Schools told its bus contractors they won’t receive any compensation after March 13.

By Wilborn P. Nobles III

Mar 26, 2020

Following an executive order from Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan halting on-premise dining in the state, many Baltimore County restaurants have special options for pickup or delivery.

Maryland’s medical cannabis dispensaries have seen booming sales amid the coronavirus pandemic even as they’re forced to change the way they serve patients. But operators say the panic-buying is exacerbating supply chain bottleneck and causing some to fear the long-term effects should the increased demand continue.

By Taylor DeVille

Mar 25, 2020

The Baltimore County Board of Education awarded more than $16 million in matching state and county funds for contracts to build heating and air conditioning at three county schools, but the ongoing coronavirus pandemic muddies the waters on when it will be installed, school officials say.

In Towson and Cockeysville crime news, a silver 2017 Jaguar sport utility vehicle was recovered after its owner tracked the stolen vehicle to Hunt Valley, according to police reports.

Baltimore County officials expressed frustration Friday over reports of residents and even some gyms defying state and local orders prohibiting social gatherings and closing businesses amid the coronavirus pandemic.

A group of Towson residents are banding together to help their neighbors live their lives safely in the pandemic.

The Built to Learn Act approves more than $2 billion for school construction, but it is not the only bill Towson lawmakers wanted to see pass.

Eileen Caslow, who joined the Renaissance Institute and taught theater there, has died at age 97

By Jacques Kelly

Mar 20, 2020

A black walnut tree believed to be 230 years old had been chopped down in the Anneslie neighborhood of Towson.

John L. Bennett, a retired electrical engineer and theater organ buff, died the day after his 88th birthday.

By Frederick N. Rasmussen

Mar 19, 2020

Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewki, Jr. announced Thursday social gatherings are now restricted to no more than 10 people, and launched new online food resource maps, including a form for restaurants to self-identify if they provide carry out, delivery and pick up services.

Towson spring teams wait to play while schools are closed

The Baltimore County Police Department is now are rolling out new measures for non-emergency crime reports to reduce in-person investigations, the department announced Tuesday, screening callers for flu-like symptoms and using personal protective equipment to respond to sick and injured persons.

Arleen L. Cook, an accomplished painter and decorator, died Sunday of congestive heart failure at Lorien Assisted Living in Bel Air. The former Towson resident was 94.

By Frederick N. Rasmussen

Mar 17, 2020

Calvert Hall College High School is celebrating its 175th year and will hold a gala that was scheduled for March 21 at a later date.

Two robberies were reported in quick succession on Burke Avenue in Towson, only one was successful.

Any gathering over 50 people will be prohibited starting Wednesday, in an effort to promote social distancing.

Shopping malls in Harford and Baltimore counties continue to be open amid concerns surrounding the novel coronavirus, while noting that individual retailers may adopt their own policies on store closures.

A Cromwell Valley Elementary Magnet School teacher is one of six people or organizations to be recognized this year by the CASH Campaign of Maryland this year.

On Saturday, March 28, the Stroup Kids for Kids Foundation is hosting the “Addielicious Walk to Help” at the mall Towson Town Center for the first time. The goal is to raise money for epilepsy research.