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Chasing Science Out of Town: Creationist Talks In Whiteford This Weekend

March 3, 2009 By Matt 43 Comments

Chasing Science Out of Town: Creationist Talks In Whiteford This Weekend

There’s a man headed to Harford County this weekend with a singular purpose: to drive Charles Darwin out of Whiteford. Mike Riddle, a member of the creationist society Answers in Genesis, is scheduled to appear March 8 through 10 at Evangelical Methodist Church on Route 136. He’ll be offering his take (presumably with PowerPoint slides) […]

Examining The Dwindling Options For Getting Local News In Baltimore

January 29, 2009 By Matt 13 Comments

Examining The Dwindling Options For Getting Local News In Baltimore

With the Baltimore Examiner on the way out, where are we supposed to get our news now? the b? The Examiner may have been an object of derision among people looking for more than shallow sips of news, and from people adverse to a paper with a right-wing slant, but it brought some important things […]

Just What The Hell Is Going On Here?

January 9, 2009 By Matt 4 Comments

Just what the hell is going on here? Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon indicted on perjury, theft charges Baltimore County Councilman Kenneth Oliver indicted on felony theft charges Baltimore City Councilwoman Helen Holton indicted on bribery charges Federal grand jury investigating state Sen. Ulysses Currie Former Rep. William Jefferson seeks another delay in corruption trial Gov. […]

Here’s How The Dagger Is Voting On Election Day. How Will You Vote?

November 2, 2008 By Matt 37 Comments

Here’s How The Dagger Is Voting On Election Day. How Will You Vote?

Halloween night, downtown Washington, D.C. The corner of F Street and 7th is a freak show – 10,000 people just let out of a rock concert. There’s a girl dressed up as Laura Croft from Tomb Raider, with the outfit, physique, and handguns to back it up. There’s a wild-eyed guy sitting on a bucket […]

Harris vs. Kratovil – Would-be Congressmen Square Off Tonight At Harford Community College Forum

September 18, 2008 By Matt 9 Comments

Harris vs. Kratovil – Would-be Congressmen Square Off Tonight At Harford Community College Forum

Outgoing Republican Congressman Wayne Gilchrest (District 1) threw his support behind Barack Obama for president this week, saying that the Obama-Biden ticket will do more to rebuild America’s image abroad. A moderate Republican from the Eastern shore, Gilchrest lost to State Sen. Andy Harris in the primary. Gilchrest’s support of Obama follows his recent endorsement […]

The Gift That Keeps On Giving – Matt

September 7, 2008 By Matt 8 Comments

Last Christmas I mailed a good friend of mine, an editor at the Aegis and Record newspapers, a gift. He mailed it back, unopened, with a curt note attached. Maybe this was to be expected. About a month-and-a-half earlier, we’d allowed some local businesspeople to run an ad for The Dagger in The Record newspaper […]

Where There’s Water, There’s Life

May 23, 2008 By Matt Leave a Comment

Where There’s Water, There’s Life

Bob Pappalardo’s drive to work used to take about 20 minutes, and ran along the quiet, winding North Foothills Highway from Boulder, Colorado to the small town of Lyons and the sandstone buildings of the University of Colorado. It was a fine commute, except when it snowed. Today, Pappalardo, a senior research scientist at NASA’s […]

What Ever Happened to Local Courtesy? Who is the Roadblock to an Elected School Board in Harford County?

April 1, 2008 By Matt 103 Comments

The fate of the elected School Board bill goes down to the wire in Annapolis. For the latest updates, check out the comments to this article… When a majority of delegates from a local jurisdiction sponsor legislation affecting their jurisdiction alone, the custom of the Maryland General Assembly is to approve it as a “local […]

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  • “"PGA Tour agrees to merge with Saudi-backed rival LIV Golf" https://www.cnbc.com/2023/06/06/pga-tour-agrees-to-merge-with-saudi-backed-rival-liv-golf.html The PGA has lost its mind! I think I…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “Lock his ass up for life.”

    The Truth | 15-Yr-Old Boy Charged as Adult in Shooting of 19-Yr-Old Woman in Aberdeen

  • “"Supreme Court strikes down Alabama congressional map in victory for voting rights advocates" https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4040316-supreme-court-strikes-down-alabama-congressional-map-in-victory-for-voting-rights-advocates/ This important 5-4 decision was a…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “Fact checking Mike Pence’s CNN town hall in Iowa" https://www.cnn.com/2023/06/07/politics/fact-check-mike-pence-cnn-town-hall/index.html After getting burned by all the 'lies' Trump repeated in…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • ““An Attempt to Fool Voters.” Ohio GOP sets up vote to weaken direct democracy" https://ohiocapitaljournal.com/2023/06/06/an-attempt-to-fool-voters-ohio-gop-sets-up-vote-to-weaken-direct-democracy/ The Republicans are relentless in…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “I forgive her. At least she didn't riot, loot, murder and burn down the city claiming it was a protest.…”

    SoulCrusher | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “I enjoyed reading your reply, even though it had little to do with the focus of my comment. You tried.”

    Harry Reasonable | Harford County Executive Cassilly, Board of Education Announce Plan to Increase School Funding for FY24; Agree to Year-Round Collaboration on Budgeting

  • “Lauren Boebert now says her failure to vote on the debt limit was 'a protest.' But video from that night…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “"Michael Waldman delivers a terrific if chilling account of how conservatives hijacked US democracy" https://www.theguardian.com/books/2023/jun/04/the-supermajority-review-supreme-court-trump The 2010 Citizens United followed…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “OYE, In Response to your June 4, 2023 at 8:20 pm post What TV station(s) and website(s) do you suggest…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “The Vatican has had evidence of extraterrestrial visitations for over a thousand years. They also have evidence of other things…”

    SoulCrusher | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “There is no law in the CDS Act or gun restrictions for those whom have never victimized another with a…”

    SoulCrusher | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “Hi Bob, The crazy confession is a strong step for you, well done. To the point: wow. Do you think…”

    Urkidding | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “Hi Bob, If he is convicted that is the law working. If the conviction is revisited due to the Court's…”

    Urkidding | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “By the way. I don’t think you anre always wrong. I think your limited real life experiences and encounters lend…”

    Open Your Eyes | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “Bob aka. M.B. (Milton Bradley) is at it again. Game player extraordinaire . Bob is his name, deflection and avoidance…”

    Open Your Eyes | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “"UFO Expert: 'It's Time' Govt Comes Clean Crash on Materials" https://www.newsmax.com/politics/ufo-uap-congress/2023/06/04/id/1122318/ If there is any evidence which supports this UAP…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “OYE, Based on the fact you are an experienced boxer and hockey player, I've reconsidered. And now admit you are…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “I was surprised and somewhat shocked by the following incredulous statement posted on the Center AI Safety, signed by many,…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “Sorry, last sentence…….just might NOT be an accurate accusation.”

    Open Your Eyes | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “I will agree with part of your comment that “far right extremists” sometime utilize race hysteria to support their cause.…”

    Open Your Eyes | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “"Trump: I Don't Like the Term 'Woke'" https://www.newsmax.com/politics/trump-woke-desantis/2023/06/02/id/1122147/ I don't like the term 'woke' for a different reason. I dislike…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “No. Hunter is the poster child for TREASON, as he used his father's influence to get high paying jobs in…”

    SoulCrusher | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “If a fair and unbiased DOJ existed the gun charge could very possibly be the least of Hunter and the…”

    Open Your Eyes | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

  • “'It's like watching a snuff film': Media elites shocked by The Atlantic's surgical dismantling of CNN boss Chris Licht https://www.businessinsider.com/media-elite-shocked-by-cnn-boss-chris-licht-profile-atlantic-2023-6…”

    The Bob | Students Assaulted by 12-Yr-Old Boy at Aberdeen Middle School Dance

Recent Posts

  • 15-Yr-Old Boy Charged as Adult in Shooting of 19-Yr-Old Woman in Aberdeen June 8, 2023
  • Harford County Executive Cassilly, Board of Education Announce Plan to Increase School Funding for FY24; Agree to Year-Round Collaboration on Budgeting May 18, 2023
  • Stolen in Bel Air, Pursuit of 5-ton Military Truck Ends in Baltimore City May 13, 2023
  • Harford County Executive Cassilly: “While I am Working Hard to Reduce Government Expenses, it Appears the Sheriff is Unwilling to Cooperate in that Effort” May 1, 2023
  • Harford County Executive Cassilly “Attacked by Those Who are Addicted to Unsustainable Growth” After Releasing Proposed FY24 Budget; Democrats Respond April 28, 2023
  • Active Tuberculosis Case Confirmed at Joppatowne High School April 24, 2023
  • Harford County Public Schools: “County Executive’s Proposed Budget a Disaster for the Children of Harford County” April 18, 2023
  • Michael Brogley, CMW High School Social Studies Teacher, Named 2023 Harford County Teacher of the Year April 12, 2023
  • Man Faces Multiple Charges Including Attempted Murder After Aberdeen Fire April 9, 2023
  • Maryland Congressional Delegation Urges Focus on Environmental Protection as State Negotiates New Conowingo Dam License April 4, 2023
  • Aberdeen Man Convicted in Stabbing Death of 17-Year-Old in Bel Air April 4, 2023
  • Investigative Report Released for April 2022 Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Harford County April 3, 2023
  • Hate Crime Investigated at Aberdeen High School March 31, 2023
  • Democratic Committee Nominates 3 for Harford County Council District F Seat March 29, 2023
  • Police Investigate Sexually Explicit Video Sent to Aberdeen Middle School Student by Teacher March 28, 2023
  • Suspects Charged in Rash of Aberdeen Vehicle Thefts & Witness Intimidation March 16, 2023
  • Fallston Man Convicted of Second-Degree Rape, False Imprisonment, Second-Degree Assault March 14, 2023
  • Perry Hall Man Charged in Edgewood Homicide; Additional Suspects Sought March 14, 2023
  • Woman Trespasses on School Grounds; Assaults Aberdeen Middle School Student March 7, 2023
  • Harford Democratic Central Committee/County Council to Fill District F Seat While Councilman Bennett Appeals March 1, 2023

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