Towson Torch

09/10/2026

Towson natives TURNSTILE will play "Saturday Night Live" as musical guest along with host Dakota Johnson. The band will appear on the late-night show's 52nd season on Oct 3.

Check out the feature we did on them in June of 2025.

Towson's Turnstile returns with a new album, a companion film, and is taking the hardcore world by storm

09/08/2026

A good one from the Banner:

Seven Towson football alumni hold positions on NFL coaching staffs. Their paths to the league were different, but a shared culture of learning, relationships and love for the game connects them.

09/08/2026

Local Breweries to Join Forces in Hunt Valley!

https://towsontorch.com/p/local-breweries-to-join-forces-in-hunt-valley

Pooles Island Brewing Company
B.C. Brewery

09/08/2026

Social Media and local news outlets continue to report on
individual crimes taking place in Towson as evidence of patterns that point to rising crime and safety concerns in Towson.

The problem is that the data doesn't support these claims.

Regardless of what the data says, if people do not feel safe going to Towson, that is a PROBLEM.

But how much of the problem is being created by sensational clickbait and sensational headlines?

Here is the data; we'll let you decide.

What do you think?

Towson crime data shows declining trends in 2025-2026 across ZIP codes 21204 and 21286. Explore open data statistics and year-over-year crime analysis.

09/06/2026

This bucket of nachos at Pono Taco is loco
Also you can’t go wrong with breakfast sandwiches Atwater's. Belvedere Square market is brimming with great food spots if you haven’t been in a while.

09/04/2026

Who is ready to get their tile on?
Together with Charles Village Pub &

09/04/2026

https://towsontorch.com/p/the-economic-impact-of-the-towson-library

Measuring the Impact of The Towson Library on the Local Economy

08/28/2026

Congratulations on your eighth anniversary Fully Promoted Towson!!!!

08/27/2026

🚨 Exciting News for Towson Residents! 🚨

Join us as Dunkin' opens its doors at the new Next Generation restaurant in Towson tomorrow, August 28th! Located at 1720 Joan Ave in the Loch Ridge Shopping Center, this spot is set to become your go-to for all things Dunkin'. ☕🍩

Enjoy freshly brewed hot and iced coffee, espresso, Cold Brew, and more. Plus, indulge in classic donuts, bagels, muffins, and breakfast sandwiches to keep you fueled all day long.

The new 1,500-square-foot drive-thru restaurant will be open daily from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. and employs approximately seven crew members. Don't miss out on the innovative tap system for consistently cold sips like iced coffee, iced tea, Cold Brew, and Nitro!

Read more about this exciting opening in The Towson Torch: https://towsontorch.com/p/dunkin-welcomes-guests-to-newest-towson-restaurant

08/27/2026

Hello Towson! As August winds down, the warmth lingers, but the vibe is shifting. Whether you're back from vacation or gearing up for school, we've got the ultimate guide to what's happening in town!

In this week's edition of The Towson Torch:
- 🐯 Towson University welcomes its largest freshman class ever! Nearly 6,000 new students are here, boosting our local economy.
- 🥇 The Server Games take over Towson, offering a sneak peek into our community's future.
- 🎉 Things to do this weekend: From art to live music, join us at the Towson Historic Courthouse Gardens today from 4-7 PM for an unforgettable experience.
- 🍽️ Explore 20 affordable "non-chain" restaurants in Towson.

Don't miss out on the latest buzz! Dive into the full story here: https://towsontorch.com/p/dandelion-wine

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Let's make the most of this season, Towson! 🌞🎶🍷

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