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“Get Steamed Over a Good Book” Winter Reading Program Kicks Off in Harford County Public Library

January 5, 2011 By Dagger News Service Leave a Comment

“Get Steamed Over a Good Book” Winter Reading Program Kicks Off in Harford County Public Library

From the Harford County Public Library: The Harford County Public Library Winter Reading Program saw over 900 teens and adults sign up on the first day of the program which began January 3. Participants who signed up received a commemorative pen displaying this year’s theme, Get Steamed Over a Good Book, which features a fun […]

Jarrettsville, North Bend Elementary Parents Ask Harford School Board to “Stop the Swap”

January 4, 2011 By A Dagger Reader 10 Comments

The following alternative elementary redistricting proposal was sent to the Harford County Board of Education on December 30, 2010, on behalf of parents in both Jarrettsville Elementary and North Bend Elementary School. A copy was provided to The Dagger for publication: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Community of Madonna Manor / Salem Church (Jarrettsville) and the community […]

Student Artwork on Display During Peace Poster Reception at Harford Artists Gallery in Bel Air

January 4, 2011 By Dagger News Service Leave a Comment

From the Harford Artists Association: Please attend the Peace Poster Reception – Sat, Jan 8, from 1-4 p.m. at Harford Artists Gallery located at the cottage next to Rockfield Manor, 503 Churchville Road in Bel Air, 410-420-9499. The Gallery proudly exhibits the students of Bel Air High School who participated in Lions clubs International Peace […]

Mayor Bennett’s Buzz – January: Aberdeen Christmas Parade Winners, Home Improvement Grant, Councilwoman Young

January 4, 2011 By Dagger News Service Leave a Comment

From the City of Aberdeen: Please enjoy January’s edition of Bennett’s Buzz:

Havre de Grace Housing Authority Executive Director Robinson Pleads Guilty to Bribery

January 3, 2011 By Dagger News Service 35 Comments

From the Office of the U.S. Attorney for Maryland and the Department of Justice: BALTIMORE, MD—George R. Robinson, age 61, of Bel Air, Maryland, pleaded guilty today to bribery of a public official. The guilty plea was announced by United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J. Rosenstein; Special Agent in Charge Richard […]

Harford County Council Agenda Jan. 4: Meeting Moved, Joppa Library Roof Repairs, Sheriff’s Office Pension, Landfill Area Tax Credits

January 3, 2011 By Brian Goodman 5 Comments

Forced out of the Harford County Council chambers because of unsafe structural conditions in the buildling, county council members will already have safety on their minds Tuesday night when discussing an emergency act to transfer nearly a half-million dollars in the budget for the roof repair of a leaking and potentially dangerous roof at the […]

Structural Deficiencies Close Harford County Government Building; Council Chambers in Bel Air (UPDATED)

January 3, 2011 By Brian Goodman 27 Comments

Structural Deficiencies Close Harford County Government Building; Council Chambers in Bel Air (UPDATED)

Cracks and structural deficiencies in the Harford County Government building at 212 S. Bond Street in Bel Air have led the county to close the offices, divert employees to another building, and seek a new location for this week’s Harford County Council meeting. Sources with information about the situation say there is concern that the […]

Bel Air Agenda Jan. 3: Parking Requirement for 55-and-Over Housing, Historic Preservation and Planning Commission Appointments

January 2, 2011 By Brian Goodman Leave a Comment

Proponents and opponents of a proposal to reduce the number of parking spaces required for age-targeted housing in the Town of Bel Air will have the opportunity to voice their concern and opinions Monday night. During Monday’s Board of Town Commissioner’s meeting, which begins at 7:30 p.m. in Town Hall, the commissioners will hold a […]

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  • “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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  • Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly Announces Opposition to Legislation Allowing Freestanding Accessory Dwelling Units in Residential Areas January 16, 2024
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