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Harford County Health Department Recognizes STD Awareness Month, Urges Testing

April 17, 2017 By Dagger News Service

From the Harford County Health Department: To mark National Sexually Transmitted Disease Awareness Month, the Harford County Health Department is reminding residents to get tested for sexually transmitted infections. This warning coincides with a disturbing trend across the United States. Approximately 20 million new sexually transmitted infections (STIs) occur every year. Almost half of those […]

Harford County to Participate in Maryland’s 2016 Mosquito Control Program

May 2, 2016 By Dagger News Service

From Harford County government: Harford County government will once again participate in the Maryland Dept. of Agriculture’s annual Mosquito Control Program, which begins for the 2016 season on May 23 and will end sometime between September 23 and October 4, depending on the weather. Spraying to control adult mosquitos will take place at the following […]

Harford County Health Department Promotes Zika Awareness; Mosquito Bite Prevention

April 24, 2016 By Dagger News Service

From the Harford County Health Department: Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has proclaimed the week of April 24th through April 30th as Maryland Zika Awareness Week. Local health departments statewide will join the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene as part of Maryland’s effort to raise awareness about the virus and its prevention. Throughout this […]

Harford County Health Department Actively Pursues National Public Health Accreditation During National Public Health Week

March 31, 2013 By Dagger News Service

From the Harford County Health Department: National Public Health Week, April 1-7, draws attention to initiatives aimed at addressing public health threats and improving the health of citizens. Each April since 1995, communities across the country have celebrated this observance the first week of April by highlighting public health achievements and cultivating interest in issues […]

West Nile Virus Prompts Public Health Attention in Harford County

August 28, 2012 By Dagger News Service

From the Harford County Health Department: Several weeks ago, the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (MD DHMH) reported its first confirmed case of symptomatic West Nile virus (WNV) infection in 2012. At about the same time, the National Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention released a media advisory announcing that some areas […]

Harford County Health Department Offers No-Cost HIV Testing in Observance of 2012 National HIV Testing Day

June 19, 2012 By Dagger News Service

From the Harford County Health Department: In observance of the 2012 National HIV Testing Day, the Harford County Health Department will offer anonymous, no-cost HIV testing on a “walk-in” basis on Wednesday, June 27, 2012, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 pm at the Health Services Division office located on the top floor […]

Harford County Health Department Observes National Public Health Week the First Week in April

April 2, 2012 By Dagger News Service

From the Harford County Health Department: In conjunction with the observance of National Public Health Week from April 2-8, 2012, the Harford County Health Department urges individuals to engage in better health practices as a way of improving the health status of families, neighborhoods, workplaces and communities. Uniting around this year’s theme, “A Healthier America […]

Getting Healthy in Harford: Family Fit 4 Life Program Promotes Healthy lifestyles, Creates Stronger Families

December 14, 2011 By Dagger News Service

From Healthy Harford: Chronic disease, including conditions such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), is the leading cause of death, disability and health care costs in Harford County. While genetics, age, and gender play a part, 80% of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes, and 40% of some […]

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Sounding Off

  • “Bob would suck his/her wiener”

    Billy B. | Kingsville Construction Company CEO Admits to Bribing Aberdeen Proving Ground Researcher for Government Contracts

  • “I wonder if the commies know?”

    HEY, DOES ANYONE THINK THAT GRINER PERSON IS A DUDE? | Kingsville Construction Company CEO Admits to Bribing Aberdeen Proving Ground Researcher for Government Contracts

  • “He looks like a guy Bob would suck off.”

    B. Butcher | U.S. Senate Candidate Arrested, Charged with False Report

  • “Bill Clinton……..”I did not have sexual relations with that woman” (Per his definition) Joe Biden………”the country is not in a…”

    Open Your Eyes | Kingsville Construction Company CEO Admits to Bribing Aberdeen Proving Ground Researcher for Government Contracts

  • “Whack a mole did you read what you posted? Think about it, are you saying your a bad parent or…”

    Question | U.S. Senate Candidate Arrested, Charged with False Report

  • “Well the Left’s war against the police is apparently very effective. Nationwide police are leaving the profession at disturbing rates…”

    Open Your Eyes | Kingsville Construction Company CEO Admits to Bribing Aberdeen Proving Ground Researcher for Government Contracts

  • “If he did and there was nothing criminal going on, the why is it any of your business? Is bad…”

    Whack a mole | U.S. Senate Candidate Arrested, Charged with False Report

  • “Did the adult male have the juvenile at that business and if so why?”

    Question | U.S. Senate Candidate Arrested, Charged with False Report

  • “The Hunter Biden laptop story, you know the one that CNN and MSNBC called fake news, has been covered up…”

    Open Your Eyes | Kingsville Construction Company CEO Admits to Bribing Aberdeen Proving Ground Researcher for Government Contracts

  • “Why is everyone upset over the fist bump between the dimentia-in-chief and the Saudi prince? I'm sure Biden did that…”

    North Harford Democrat | Kingsville Construction Company CEO Admits to Bribing Aberdeen Proving Ground Researcher for Government Contracts

  • “It’s a cane…it’s a cane…it’s a cane. Boom…Boom.”

    Sam Adams | Body-Worn Camera and Dashboard Footage from April’s Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Harford County Released

  • “I did a quick search and found this "Doctor" had been interviewed on a different news site and alleged that…”

    A in B.A. | U.S. Senate Candidate Arrested, Charged with False Report

  • “Where did this guy get his "Doctorate" degree? Online course of American Samoa?”

    A in B.A. | U.S. Senate Candidate Arrested, Charged with False Report

  • “So who is "another individual, who is running for a law enforcement position"?”

    Original Observer | U.S. Senate Candidate Arrested, Charged with False Report

  • “As previously stated other than being a citizen of the county I have got no dog in the fight HOWEVER…….being…”

    Open Your Eyes | Harford County Deputy Sheriff’s Union: “Law Enforcement Rank and File Have No Confidence in Al Peisinger”

  • “Definitely voting for Al”

    Simple Choice | Harford County Deputy Sheriff’s Union: “Law Enforcement Rank and File Have No Confidence in Al Peisinger”

  • “Have you met the post office lately? Did anyone ask for a ballot if they did not receive it. Unfortunately…”

    P O incompetence | Harford County Deputy Sheriff’s Union: “Law Enforcement Rank and File Have No Confidence in Al Peisinger”

  • “Gray construction trailer near MaGerks. She might be able to get it done there”

    G Spot Trailer Park | Body-Worn Camera and Dashboard Footage from April’s Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Harford County Released

  • “My mom wanted to get her clit pierced. Claires turned us away for some reason. Any idea where we can…”

    Bob | Body-Worn Camera and Dashboard Footage from April’s Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Harford County Released

  • “George, That comment about Harford Countians was hilarious. I almost choked on my cheesesteak.”

    North Harford Democrat | Body-Worn Camera and Dashboard Footage from April’s Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Harford County Released

  • “On another note George it might be advised for you to up your game a little. For a person who…”

    Open Your Eyes | Body-Worn Camera and Dashboard Footage from April’s Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Harford County Released

  • “George I think you need to revisit my posts. I never made any reference to Babbitt being pregnant or anything…”

    Open Your Eyes | Body-Worn Camera and Dashboard Footage from April’s Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Harford County Released

  • “Open your eyes, you are the one that brought up she was pregnant. As far as police force. Watching rioters…”

    George | Body-Worn Camera and Dashboard Footage from April’s Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Harford County Released

  • “I am not sure I understand your mindset. What does pregnancy or her relationship status have to do with this…”

    Open Your Eyes | Body-Worn Camera and Dashboard Footage from April’s Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Harford County Released

  • “I can tell, you listen to Fox news and Tucker Carlson. Fox and Tucker are the only ones calling it…”

    George | Body-Worn Camera and Dashboard Footage from April’s Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Harford County Released

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  • U.S. Senate Candidate Arrested, Charged with False Report July 15, 2022
  • Body-Worn Camera and Dashboard Footage from April’s Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Harford County Released July 7, 2022
  • Troopers Make Arrest in Route 40 Road Rage Incident June 30, 2022
  • Harford County Deputy Sheriff’s Union: “Law Enforcement Rank and File Have No Confidence in Al Peisinger” June 26, 2022
  • Belcamp Woman Arrested in Murder of Her 3-Yr-Old Niece June 9, 2022
  • Humane Society of Harford County Announces Bob Citrullo as New Executive Director June 7, 2022
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  • Gun Pulled After Bel Air Car Crash; Nearby Schools Lock Down June 4, 2022
  • Texas Men Arrested After String of Bel Air Catalytic Converter Thefts June 2, 2022
  • Harford Chamber’s Legislative Wrap Up Provides Insight into Business-Related Legislation May 31, 2022
  • Harford County Man Convicted of Multiple Counts of Animal Cruelty and Cockfighting Related Charges May 26, 2022
  • 5-Yr-Old Killed in Edgewood Hit and Run Crash May 6, 2022
  • Bel Air Man Pleads Guilty to Leading $29 Million Kickback Scheme May 4, 2022
  • Sheriff Gahler: Citizens Deserve “Full and Transparent Investigation of All Events that Occurred that Tragic Day” April 28, 2022
  • Attorney General Frosh Files Complaint Seeking Court Order to Restrain Harford County from Interfering with Fatal Shooting Investigation April 25, 2022
  • Town of Bel Air Demands May Delay Opening New Homestead-Wakefield Elementary School Building April 22, 2022
  • Bel Air Man Pleads Guilty to Participating in $20 Million Kickback Scheme April 20, 2022
  • Jesse Bane, Bel Air Town Administrator, Announces Retirement April 14, 2022
  • Churchville Elementary’s Ashley Gereli Named 2022 Harford County Public Schools Teacher of the Year April 12, 2022
  • Judge Eaves Sworn-In to Court of Appeals; First Hispanic to Serve on State’s Highest Court April 12, 2022

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