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True Democratic Club of Harford County to Hold 1st District Democratic Congressional Forum

March 26, 2018 By Dagger News Service 43 Comments

From the True Democratic Club of Harford County: The True Democratic Club of Harford County’s First District Democratic Congressional Forum will be held this Wednesday March 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Southern Precinct of the Harford County Sheriff’s Office on Pulaski Highway near Route 150 Mountain Road between Edgewood and Joppa. There […]

Sen. Jennings: “It’s Time To Put The Safety Of Our Children Before Partisan Political Rhetoric”

March 23, 2018 By Dagger News Service 3 Comments

From State Sen. J.B. Jennings: With less than one month to go until the end of session, both the House and the Senate are busier than ever trying to get legislation passed before the last day on April 9th. Crossover Day, which is the deadline for both Chambers send each other the bills they intend […]

Boardman on Sheriff Gahler: “I Would Like To Know How Much The Gun Industry Is Giving Him”

March 22, 2018 By A Dagger Reader 98 Comments

Boardman on Sheriff Gahler: “I Would Like To Know How Much The Gun Industry Is Giving Him”

From Christopher Boardman, candidate for Harford County Sheriff: Sheriff Jeff Gahler offers false arguments, but then he does not really have a record to point to. He is “disappointed” that I don’t “support” the 2nd Amendment. Really? Is he afraid I am going to single-handedly repeal it? That I will get majorities in both houses […]

Del. Lisanti: Full State Tax Exemption for Military Retiree Pensions Clears the Maryland House of Delegates

March 22, 2018 By Dagger News Service 13 Comments

From Del. Mary Ann Lisanti: After a decade of failed attempts by advocates and legislators, House Bill 327 Income Tax – Subtraction Modification – Military Retirement Income, Sponsored by Delegates Mary Ann Lisanti, (D) Harford County and Pat Young, (D) Baltimore County has achieved an important milestone by passing the Maryland House of Delegates Monday […]

Sheriff Gahler on Opponent: “It Is Disappointing To See A Supposed Candidate For This Office That Will Not Support Our Citizen’s Constitutional Rights”

March 19, 2018 By A Dagger Reader 95 Comments

Sheriff Gahler on Opponent: “It Is Disappointing To See A Supposed Candidate For This Office That Will Not Support Our Citizen’s Constitutional Rights”

From Harford County Sheriff Jeffrey R. Gahler: Dear Editor, In a letter to the editor last week, Mr. Christopher Boardman outlined his opposition of my support for our citizens’ 2nd Amendment Rights. Yes, I am a supporter of every law abiding citizen’s right to keep and bear arms and do not shy away from defending […]

Boardman: “There Are Some Things That I Do A Lot Better Than Others That Will Help Me Be A Very Good Sheriff”

March 19, 2018 By A Dagger Reader 34 Comments

Boardman: “There Are Some Things That I Do A Lot Better Than Others That Will Help Me Be A Very Good Sheriff”

From Christopher Boardman, candidate for Harford County Sheriff: When I first contemplated running for Sheriff of Harford County, one of the first things that occurred to me and to others was why I thought I could do this job when I’d never before been a policeman or sworn law enforcement official. That is a legitimate […]

Del. Szeliga: New Senator; Hundreds of Bills; Margaret Thatcher

March 18, 2018 By Dagger News Service 3 Comments

Del. Szeliga: New Senator; Hundreds of Bills; Margaret Thatcher

From Del. Kathy Szeliga: New Senator! Just over one week ago, Senator Wayne Norman of Harford County died suddenly. Wayne was a good friend and great senator, not to mention wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He is already missed. Wayne’s wife, Linda Norman, was sworn in to fill out Wayne’s term. She was joined on […]

Del. Glass: “BGE Put a Smart Meter on My House Without Permission and My Electric Bill Doubled”

March 15, 2018 By Dagger News Service 15 Comments

From Del. Glen Glass: Maryland State Delegate Glen Glass from Harford County had three Smart Meter opt-out bills heard on Thursday, March 15, 2018 in the Economic Matters Committee. The Smart Meter bills are HB 1274, HB 1333 and HB 1463. Delegate Glen Glass continues to fight against the abuse of Smart Meters by the […]

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Sounding Off

  • “I can't wait to see what is in these emails that Bob is not wanting to share.”

    Bob Watch | Harford County Sheriff’s Office: Cassilly Administration in Violation of Maryland Public Information Act

  • “I like Gahler as well but don't forget he is backing his Sgt.Pennman who sits on the County Council. Pennman…”

    Lalta Durbal | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “This Cassilly/Penman spat I believe was initiated, at least in part, by the possibility of public housing projects being built…”

    Open Your Eyes | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “A plat revision reducing the number of lots is hardly worth you weeing your shorts over.”

    The Money Tree | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “You do know there is a system in the county called “Fast Track”. Ask your buddy Euler, he’s already used…”

    The Money Tree | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “Nothing at all suspicious about a property that has sat around for generations and then gets approved in record pace…”

    Bob Watch | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “The supposed development that everyone is referring to goes back generations. When 95 was built there were lots created by…”

    Dragonman | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “Right you are. Pretty comical that Bob Cassilly has a business registered at his home address that is not his…”

    Bob Watch | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “Quite a display of clownsmanship from Penman at last nights council meeting. Is he off his meds? You’re not in…”

    The Money Tree | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “I don’t have a dog in the fight regarding the Cassilly v. Penman conflict. I hope it is resolved in…”

    Open Your Eyes | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “Shenanigans? You’re hilarious.”

    The Money Tree | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “Yeah, that's the whole point. He is not any other county resident, he is the county executive and he and…”

    Happy Bob Real Estate | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “The amount of disinformation here is staggering. The land that is owned by Bobs family was actually platted for 14…”

    Dragonman | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “$145,000 for a part-time job and then demand more money? Pretty cushy spot he's in...maybe he needs to spend his…”

    The Money Tree | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “Cassilly makes way over 145k and in fact took a cola double of what he gave county employees. You are…”

    JJ | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “@money tree OMG! Penman is paid the same sergeant's salary that every one else earns and a rate that is…”

    Where there is Smoke | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “Good lord man, go back and read the claim being made. You folks are all over the map. First it's…”

    The Money Tree | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “@Money Tree Since you are so much in the know, Did Bob authorize the Administrator to sign as Bob Cassilly,…”

    Where there is Smoke | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “All that money must have you high. No one said executive forged a document. It is Bob claiming someone else…”

    Bob Watch | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “I will repeat - you are aware that any approvals for development go through various county agencies to ensure whatever…”

    The Money Tree | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “He had plats expedited and also some things allowed to get more lots. His Planning Advisory Board appointee Amy O’Neil…”

    JJ | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “Claiming the county executive forged a document could wind you up in civil court if you care to say that…”

    The Money Tree | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “You must be Bob with the name money tree since it seems to be raining down money on you and…”

    Bob Watch | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “Ethics complaint stating Cassilly signed off on a plat for development that involves his family which has already been easily…”

    The Money Tree | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

  • “I read the Aegis article and it looks like Penman made his ethics complaint on Feb. 14 and Cassilly made…”

    Bob Watch | Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly

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  • Arrest Made in Aberdeen Triple Homicide; Victims Identified April 30, 2024
  • Harford County Sheriff’s Office: Cassilly Administration in Violation of Maryland Public Information Act March 25, 2024
  • Harford County Executive Cassilly: “Once Again I Find Myself in the Position of Having to Fend Off Personal Attacks” March 20, 2024
  • Councilmember Penman Named as Subject of Harford Ethics Probe; Responds with Attacks on County Executive Cassilly February 28, 2024
  • Harford County to Purchase Land of Abandoned Eva Mar Development for New Public School in Bel Air February 27, 2024
  • Harford County Executive Cassilly Initiates Legislation for Comprehensive Zoning Review February 22, 2024
  • Edgewood Man Pleads Guilty to 1st Degree Murder February 22, 2024
  • Violent Carjacking in Aberdeen Leaves Man Injured; Victim Clings to Hood as Stolen Car Speeds Away February 17, 2024
  • Bel Air Man Found Guilty of Rape, Sex Offense, Assault; Faces Immigration Consequences February 9, 2024
  • Harford County Councilman Penman: “King Cassilly’s Intent is to Bully the County Council and Mislead our Community Members” February 6, 2024
  • Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly Announces Opposition to Legislation Allowing Freestanding Accessory Dwelling Units in Residential Areas January 16, 2024
  • Harford’s Cassilly Delivers State of the County Address: Redirecting Government to Serve People; No Tax Increases, Public Safety Upgrades, New County Parks January 12, 2024
  • Confrontation Leads to Gunshot, Murder in Bel Air December 30, 2023
  • Woman Charged with 1st-Degree Assault for Threatening Rental Company Employees in Aberdeen December 19, 2023
  • Edgewood Man Pleads Guilty to Attempted Rape and Intent to Distribute Cocaine December 11, 2023
  • Mother Charged with Homicide in Death of 3-Yr-Old Son in Bel Air December 4, 2023
  • Longtime Employee of Harford County Manufacturer Sentenced to 42 Months in Federal Prison for $20 Million Kickback Scheme December 1, 2023

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