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Hello, Catonsville. I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, today's weather:

Breezy in the afternoon. High: 70 Low: 58.

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Here are the top three stories in Catonsville today:

1. The Baltimore County Police Department Crash Team is investigating Monday's, Oct. 10, fatal pedestrian crash in the 3800 block of Dundalk Avenue. A vehicle fatally hit 63-year-old Gabriel Cedeno Hurtado as he was attempting to cross the roadway. The driver fled the scene, but officers located the vehicle in the 3500 block of Sollers Point Road. The driver, 33-year-old Edwin Rivera, has been charged with Driving Under the Influence and additional charges are pending. He is currently being held at the Baltimore County Detention Center without bail. (Press Release Desk)
2. Bobby Van Allen, a Catonsville native, built a dynasty out of the Blue Jays, the Johns Hopkins women's cross country team. Laura Paulsen, a 2010 graduate who qualified for all four NCAA cross country championships during her time with the Blue Jays, summed up Allen's huge accomplishments when she said he has "won practically every national cross country championship for the women since 2012." (Subscription: Baltimore Sun)
3. Later this month, don't miss "Pumpkin Palooza" at the Catonsville Branch of Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL). During the event, participants will celebrate the arrival of autumn by painting a pumpkin to take home. Pumpkin Palooza will take place on Oct. 24, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., for kids six to 11. Registration is required and can be done at the link. (BCPL)

Today in Catonsville:

• Catonsville Farmers Market Wednesdays At 5820 Edmondson Avenue (9:00 AM)
• Celebration Of Culture: An Anti-Racism Story Time At Catonsville Branch Of BCPL (10:00 AM)
• Open Mic At Clubhouse Of Catonsville (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• A three-bedroom home is for sale on Spring Gate Road in Catonsville! View the link to see the latest homes on the market in your area. (Catonsville Patch)
• Looking for a safe place for your teen to hang out? Check out "Teen Time" at the Catonsville Branch of Baltimore County Public Library! Teens hang out every weekday after school and play games, crafts, and more. (BCPL)
• Are you searching for a new furry friend in your life? Allie, an adorable Australian Shepherd Border Collie Mix, is looking for her forever home in the Catonsville area! Click on the link to see Allie and many more adoptable pets in your area. (Catonsville Patch)

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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow for another update.

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!