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I am the editor of the Towson, Perry Hall, Owings Mills, and Havre de Grace Patches. I graduated from the University of Montana in May, 2022 and am thrilled to be covering this northern Maryland area. I grew up in Annapolis and have lived in Baltimore County for several years. You can reach me at: van.fisher@patch.com

Towson Fri. Jan 13 2023

Baltimore County Leaders Propose Options To Increase Access To Affordable Housing

The first and most impactful proposal seeks to establish a Housing Opportunities Fund to support development, initially paid for with $16 million in ARPA funds.

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Baltimore County Leaders Propose Options To Increase Access To Affordable Housing

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Perry Hall Fri. Jan 13 2023

Baltimore County Police "Aware" Of Gathering Planned At White Marsh Mall

A social media post calling for a large unruly crowd to gather at the White Marsh Mall this weekend has drawn the attention of Baltimore County Police.

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Baltimore County Police Aware Of Gathering Planned At White Marsh Mall

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Havre de Grace Fri. Jan 13 2023

New Chesapeake Ferry System Could Connect Havre de Grace To Annapolis: Report

Plans are underway to explore the possibility of instituting a new ferry system connecting communities around the Chesapeake Bay.

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New Chesapeake Ferry System Could Connect Havre de Grace To Annapolis: Report

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Havre de Grace Thu. Jan 12 2023

Swan Creek Applications Open For 2023-2024 School Year

The school offers two blended virtual programs for students to choose from

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Swan Creek Applications Open For 2023-2024 School Year

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Perry Hall Thu. Jan 12 2023

Five Baltimore County Students Win Fire Prevention Poster Contest + Photos

Students from 11 BCPS elementary schools participated in the 2022 contest. This year’s theme is: “Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape.”

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Five Baltimore County Students Win Fire Prevention Poster Contest + Photos

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Owings Mills Thu. Jan 12 2023

Baltimore County State Delegate Faces Morgage Fraud Charges: Report

Hasan M. “Jay” Jalisi, an outgoing Baltimore County Delegate, is facing charges of fraud, unjust enrichment, and breach of contract.

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Baltimore County State Delegate Faces Morgage Fraud Charges: Report

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Towson Thu. Jan 12 2023

Lutherville Light Rail Strikes, Kills Person Near Business Park Drive

According to Baltimore County fire officials, rescue crews searched the tracks and located the victim around 5:45 p.m. The victim was suffering from life-threatening injuries.

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Lutherville Light Rail Strikes, Kills Person Near Business Park Drive

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Havre de Grace Wed. Jan 11 2023

Aberdeen Police Warn Of Scam Using Department's Phone Number

According to police, Citizens are receiving phone calls from someone claiming to be a police officer with the Aberdeen Police Department.

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Aberdeen Police Warn Of Scam Using Department's Phone Number

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Owings Mills Wed. Jan 11 2023

BCPS Releases Budget Proposal For Fiscal Year 2024

The budget presents an overall increase of $226.0 million (9.5 percent) over the FY 2023 operating budget.

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BCPS Releases Budget Proposal For Fiscal Year 2024

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