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Harford Glen Environmental Center Celebrates New Bird Hide

April 20, 2017 By Dagger News Service

Harford Glen Environmental Center Celebrates New Bird Hide

From Harford County Public Schools: Custom-made for viewing wildlife, sponsored by Bluegrass Materials Company On March 30, 2017, the Harford Glen Environmental Education Center (Harford Glen) and the fifth grade students from Norrisville Elementary School celebrated the opening of Harford Glen’s new bird hide with an official ribbon cutting ceremony. A hide is a building […]

Night Owls, Early Birds, and the Thrills of a 24-Hour Harford County Bird Watch

July 22, 2016 By Brian Goodman

Night Owls, Early Birds, and the Thrills of a 24-Hour Harford County Bird Watch

On an evening this spring, three men (two birders and another guy) set out to conduct a 24-hour survey of the birdlife found on a military testing ground in Maryland. This is the unofficial journal of their expedition, as kept by the other guy (me). Part I: Shooting Stars, Crushed Strawberries, and Other Omens 11:30 […]

Depman: Great Horned Owls Raise Family Near Bel Air Golf Course

May 6, 2012 By A Dagger Reader

Depman: Great Horned Owls Raise Family Near Bel Air Golf Course

From John Depman: This winter a pair of Great Horned owls took up residence in the lower section of Glenwood/Country Club Park near the golf course. The result of their joint venture is evident in this picture, taken in late April in a Rolling Road backyard. The mother owl is never too far from the […]

Dr. Zantop, Fallston Veterinarian and Wildlife Rehabilitator, Remembered as Hero, Mentor, “Larger Than Life Figure”

October 18, 2011 By A Dagger Reader

Dr. Zantop, Fallston Veterinarian and Wildlife Rehabilitator, Remembered as Hero, Mentor, “Larger Than Life Figure”

From Kathleen Woods: It is hard to compose a proper eulogy for Donald Zantop. He was my hero, my mentor, my larger than life figure (I spent most of my rehabilitation career terrified that I would disappoint him), and a true advocate for wildlife rehabilitators. He did not charge us or the people who brought […]

Highways Employees Fletcher, Conklin, and Oldershaw Named April Employees of the Month; Trio’s Quick Actions Saved Injured Bald Eagle

April 20, 2011 By Dagger News Service

From Harford County government: Harford County Division of Highways employees Randy Fletcher, Bruce Conklin, and Gary Oldershaw have been recognized by County Executive David R. Craig as the Employees of the Month for April. The three were nominated by Ronald Brock, Supervisor of Highways – First District. On February 12, 2011, Mr. Fletcher was driving […]

“Fly Strong, Soar High, Live Free” – Rescued Route 40 Bald Eagle Returns to Edgewood Skies

March 20, 2011 By Brian Goodman

“Fly Strong, Soar High, Live Free” – Rescued Route 40 Bald Eagle Returns to Edgewood Skies

Five weeks after he tumbled out of the air and landed in the middle of a busy Harford County highway, a fully recuperated bald eagle was returned to familiar airspace in the skies above Edgewood. On February 12, Randy and Michele Fletcher of Aberdeen stood guard over the bloodied and debilitated eagle; directing traffic on […]

He Fell From The Sky: Rescuers Come to Aid of Bald Eagle Injured on Route 40 in Edgewood

March 6, 2011 By A Dagger Reader

He Fell From The Sky: Rescuers Come to Aid of Bald Eagle Injured on Route 40 in Edgewood

From Randy and Michele Fletcher of Aberdeen: It all started on the morning of February 12, 2011. I was headed for work when my husband, Randy, called me. He proceeded to tell me that he was standing on Rt. 40 in Edgewood, Maryland staring at a bald eagle in the roadway, and was directing traffic […]

Let’s Get This House Sparrow Thing Out In The Open

July 3, 2010 By Todd Holden

In the past few years, I’ve seen a big increase in the number of bluebird nesting boxes. My guess is that most people erect these bird dwellings in the hope of attracting the beautiful Eastern Bluebird. Chickadees, Tufted Titmice, Carolina chickadees and Tree Swallows, which will help put a dent in the flying insect population, […]

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    The Bob | Aberdeen Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Drug Distribution Conspiracy

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    The Bob | Aberdeen Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Drug Distribution Conspiracy

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    Homelander | Man Dies From Injuries Sustained After Joppa Camper Explosion

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    The Truth | Inmate Dies at Harford County Detention Center

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    Urkidding | Harford County State’s Attorney Healey: “Our Office Will Always Strive to Hold Offenders Accountable to Our Fullest Potential”

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  • 17-Yr-Old “Undocumented Non-Citizen,” MS-13 Gang Member, Arrested in Murder of Aberdeen Woman January 19, 2023
  • Town of Bel Air Surprised, Saddened to Learn of Bel Air Athletic Club Closure January 17, 2023
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  • Aberdeen Man Arrested for Rape December 31, 2022
  • Aberdeen Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Drug Distribution Conspiracy December 21, 2022
  • Man Charged With Intentionally Setting Aberdeen Garage Fire December 21, 2022
  • Edgewood Man Indicted in 2002 Cecil County Attempted Murder/Rape Case December 15, 2022
  • Police Investigate Fatal Hit and Run Crash in Aberdeen November 24, 2022
  • Harford County Executive Elect Cassilly Announces Key Director Appointments November 23, 2022
  • Inmate Charged with Attempted Murder After Assaulting Deputy at Harford County Detention Center November 21, 2022
  • Harford County Teacher Jacob Bennett Scores Upset Victory in County Council District F November 18, 2022
  • Three Teens Injured in Aberdeen Shooting November 17, 2022
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  • Ripken Baseball Wins Economic Impact Award for Bringing $47 Million to Harford County in 2022 November 14, 2022
  • Harford County Public Schools Students Participating in Harford Community College Dual Enrollment Courses to Receive Free Tuition November 10, 2022
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  • Harford County Executive Elect Cassilly: “My Family Has Been a Part of this Beautiful County for Over 200 Years and I am Thrilled to Have the Opportunity to Help Shape its Future” November 8, 2022

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