From Harford County Public Schools: Celebrate My Drive, powered by State Farm®, is pleased to announce Patterson Mill High School is one of 100 winning high schools, earning a $25,000 grant. They were among 3,283 registered high schools who participated in this year’s program. Students, parents, administrators and the entire community rallied in support of […]
Simpson: “If the Councilman is Too Frightened to Talk Directly to the People, He or She Should Resign”
From Omar J. Simpson, Esq.: Shocking…But Not So Shocking As a longtime, Edgewood, Aberdeen and Joppa residents have often been treated in a dismissive manner by local politicians. It is no surprise to me that the new Harford Council security policy was never discussed. Edgewood residents are often ignored and have policies acted upon them […]
With EV-D68 Enterovirus in Maryland, Harford County Health Dept. Recommends Precautions
From the Harford County Health Department: BEL AIR, MD, September 25, 2014 – With the announcement on September 25th by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) of the first confirmed case of the EV-D68 enterovirus in Maryland, the Harford County Health Department recommends taking precautions against the illness. Enteroviruses, very common viruses […]
Abingdon Residents Cautioned to Secure Vehicles After Spate of Thefts
The Harford County Sheriff’s Office is urging Abingdon residents to secure their vehicles and remove any valuables from view following a spate of recent thefts from unlocked vehicles and at least one break-in. Earlier this week, deputies responded to a string of 15 unlawful entries into cars parked at residences off Singer Road just west […]
Harford County Department of Emergency Services Offers Fourth of July Safety Tips
From the Harford County Department of Emergency Services: (Forest Hill, MD) – – The Fourth of July holiday is always one of the highlights of the summer, with family and friends engaged in a variety of outdoor activities. One of those activities this holiday weekend will be gatherings that include barbecues and grilling. With the […]
Summer/Fourth of July Fire and Life Safety Tips and Information
4th of July Fire and Life Safety Info From the Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co.: Now that we are into the summer season, State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci is suggesting that all citizens use proper fire and life safety practices when choosing how to enjoy the outdoors. For the upcoming 4th of July, […]
George: On Destination Imagination Safety, “Statements Made by Central Office Personnel Were False, Misleading”
The following e-mail was sent on April 17 to the Harford County Board of Education, and HCPS senior staff members Melanie Wernig, risk manager, and Dr. Keri Guilbault, coordinator of accelerated learning programs. A copy was provided to The Dagger for publication: On behalf of the Harford County Destination Imagination [DI] community I would like […]
Harford County Residents Urged to Take Precautions Against Record Cold Temperatures; Schools Closed Tuesday, Jan. 7
From Harford County Public Schools: Harford County Public Schools CLOSED Tuesday, January 7; Employees Code BLUE Based on information received from the National Weather Service and the Harford County Emergency Operations Center regarding dangerous weather conditions, Harford County Public Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7, employees CODE BLUE. From Harford County Government, Department […]