MIDDLE RIVER, MD — Authorities are investigating a possible shooting Thursday night in Essex. The violent crimes unit is on the case, according to the Baltimore County Police Department.A 15-year-old was seriously injured on Dogwood Drive, police reported before 9 p.m.<iframe src allowfullscreen data-aspectratio="4:3" data-originalheight="450" data-originalwidth="600" data-src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3086.597028056865!2d-76.4245926846371!3d39.320056979507804!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x89c7fd10bcfb623f%3A0x7215233478700330!2sDogwood+Dr%2C+Middle+River%2C+MD+21220!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1536283463330"></iframe> Image via Shutterstock.

MIDDLE RIVER, MD — Authorities are investigating a possible shooting Thursday night in Essex. The violent crimes unit is on the case, according to the Baltimore County Police Department.

A 15-year-old was seriously injured on Dogwood Drive, police reported before 9 p.m.<iframe src allowfullscreen data-aspectratio="4:3" data-originalheight="450" data-originalwidth="600" data-src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3086.597028056865!2d-76.4245926846371!3d39.320056979507804!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x89c7fd10bcfb623f%3A0x7215233478700330!2sDogwood+Dr%2C+Middle+River%2C+MD+21220!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1536283463330"></iframe>

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The 92nd annual Independence Day Parade in Dundalk takes place July 4, 2026, starting at 8:15 a.m. The parade will start at <a href="https://discoverbaltimorecounty.com/events/92nd-annual-dundalk-independence-day-parade/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">the Logan Village Shopping Center</a> at 3401 Dundalk Avenue.Learn more:&nbsp;https://dundalkparade.org/

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A celebration will be held on July 4, 2026, in Kingsville to commemorate the U.S.&nbsp;semiquincentennial, with pre-parade music starting off at 9:30 a.m.The parade will get underway at 11 a.m. and head down&nbsp;Bellvue Avenue before turning onto Bradshaw Road for the National Anthem. The route ends at St. Pauls Church, near Chapman Road.Learn more: <a href="https://www.kingsvilleparade.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">kingsvilleparade.org/</a>

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Fullerton Park will host an Independence Day celebration on July 4, 2026, that starts with food and music and more at 2 p.m. The fireworks display will take place at 9:15 p.m.A rain date is scheduled for July 11, if needed.Parking will be available in lots at Fullerton Elementary School, as well as street parking along nearby roadways. Organizers Fullerton Fireworks Foundation say Fullerton Avenue will close to traffic in the area at 7 p.m.Learn more: <a href="https://www.fullertonfireworksfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">fullertonfireworksfoundation.org/</a>

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Join us for Harford County’s best Independence Day celebration.&nbsp;Come out with family and friends to enjoy&nbsp;crafts, yard games, axe throwing, gag ball, tug-of-war, a kids zone, face painting, cornhole, giant Jenga, and live music with a fireworks extravaganza.Each GA and Club level ticket includes unlimited access to activities, a surprise gate giveaway, and a great view of the best Independence Day fireworks show in the county.

Concessions will be open serving all of your favorites from local craft beers and festive cocktails, to classic ballpark favorites like dipping’ dots, bbq, hotdogs, and so much more! Come for the live music, family friendly atmosphere, included activities, and stay for the show!

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The Marine Trades Association of Baltimore County will host the Middle River Fireworks Extravaganza on July 4, 2026, from 9 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.There is no public viewing area for the fireworks display, making the show available only to individuals who are watching on from a boat, private residence, or a restaurant.Learn more: <a href="https://mtabc.org/event/middle-river-fireworks-extravaganza-usas-250th-anniversary/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">mtabc.org/event/middle-river-fireworks-extravaganza-usas-250th-anniversary/</a>

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The Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company will put on a fireworks display on July 5, 2026, starting between 9 p.m. and 9:15 p.m.Organizers say limited parking will be available at the Mount Vista Park site. Attendees are urged to carpool to the location. Learn more:&nbsp;<a href="https://kingsvillefireworks.com/faqs/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://kingsvillefireworks.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">kingsvillefireworks.com/</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1394589835218851" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>

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