🌱 BCPD Investigates Threats At 2 County Schools + Catonsville Library

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Here are the top three stories in Catonsville today:

1. The Baltimore County Police Department is investigating threats at two Baltimore County high schools. Yesterday, Nov. 18, there was an increased police presence at Towson High School after a threat was emailed to several members of the school community. Additional officers were also at Eastern High School due to potential "threatening behavior" of an Eastern High School student. (Fox Baltimore)
2. The Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) is in the process of renovating many of its libraries in the next couple of years, including the Catonsville branch. According to BCPL's communications officer Emily Williamson, construction on the Catonsville branch will begin in March 2023 and last for about 12 months. (Subscription: Baltimore Sun)
3. Debbie Sorrells, the mother of fallen Baltimore County police officer Amy Caprio, wrote a children's book titled, "The Story of the Dragonfly." The book was written to help kids learn how to deal with grief and to teach them that death is not the end. Sorrells said, "Memories can keep a person alive. A symbol, perhaps, can be a trigger to remind them and remind you that Officer Amy is still there with you. She's still working." (WBAL-TV)

Today in Catonsville:

• Recycled Egg Carton Turkey At Catonsville Branch Library (10:00 AM)
• CMUA Annual Thanksgiving Hat Tournament At 27 Main Ave. (10:30 AM)
• Thanksgiving 2022: Free Holiday Meals At Women of Valor Office (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• The Baltimore County Public Library launched its new teen advisory board! The program begins in December and runs through March 2023. (Subscription: Baltimore Sun)
• Save the date for the Catonsville Annual Tree Lighting and Small Business Saturday on Nov. 26! The tree lighting starts at 6:30 p.m. at 754 Frederick Road. Click here to view the Catonsville Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory to support local businesses on Nov. 26. (Catonsville Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• Bill's Music Sants Strum and Sing is on Nov. 26 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., right before the Tree Lighting and the Arrival of Santa Claus at 6:30 p.m.! The "campfire" style strum and sing along is a free event for all ages and skill levels, but spots are limited — you can register here to secure your place. (Catonsville Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! See you all Monday morning 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!