From the office of Sen. J.B. Jennings: Dear Editor, With the ink still drying from last week’s bill signing that provided in-state tuition exemption for illegal immigrants, Governor O’Malley issued a statement that the Distinguished Scholars Award has been restored. This statement was released in less than a day after graduating seniors received notices from […]
Archives for May 2011
Harford County Republican Central Committee Seeks Student Interns
From the Harford County Republican Central Committee: The Harford County Republican Central Committee is currently seeking interns interested in making a difference in government and politics here in Harford County. The internship will be critical to the Harford County Republican Party’s efforts in advocating for the principles of the Republican Party through activism while learning […]
Edgewood/Joppatowne Carnival May 23-30 at Joppatowne Plaza; Level Volunteer Fire Company Circus June 2
From the Edgewood/Joppatowne Independence Day Parade Committee: Edgewood/Joppatowne Carnival May 23-30 at Joppatowne Plaza The Sherwood Amusements, Inc. will be coming to the Joppatowne Plaza from May 23rd thru the 30th with a CARNIVAL. The Edgewood/Joppatowne Independence Day Committee is sponsoring this activity to raise money for the 4th Annual Edgewood/Joppatowne Parade to be held […]
Budget Battle Looms Between County Executive Craig and Board of Education Over Havre de Grace High School Improvements (UPDATED)
UPDATE: As proposed by Harford County Executive David Craig, the feasability study for the renovation or replacement of Havre de Grace High School and upgrades to athletic field facilities at the school were approved in the county budget bill passed unanimously by the Harford County Council on May 17 for the fiscal year 2012. Also, […]
Havre de Grace Agenda May 16: Oath of Office and Selection of Council President; Tax Rate Ordinance; Refunding Bonds
The Havre de Grace City Council will welcome new member Barbara Wagner and say goodbye to Mitch Shank on Monday night as the results of the city’s municipal election will be certified and the winners will be sworn into office. Mayor Wayne Dougherty, who trounced Shank to be elected to his third term as mayor, […]
Bel Air Agenda May 16: Fiscal Year 2012 Final Budget; Planning Commission Annual Report; Spring Paving Contract
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the town’s tentative fiscal year 2012 budget Monday night and entertain a resolution regarding the final fiscal year 2012 budget resolution later on in the same meeting. As required by law, the commissioners will also present the Town of Bel Air Planning […]
Aberdeen High School’s Science and Mathematics Academy to Hold Annual Display of Student Capstone Projects May 17
From Harford County Public Schools: The Science and Mathematics Academy at Aberdeen High School will hold its annual celebration and gallery walk of capstone projects on Tuesday, May 17, 2011. The reception will be held from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. in the school’s media center, followed by the gallery walk from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. […]
National Association of Music Merchants Recognizes Harford County Public Schools for Music Education
From Harford County Public Schools: The [National Association of Music Merchants] NAMM Foundation has named Harford County Public Schools one of the 2011 “Best Communities for Music Education” through a survey that acknowledges schools and districts across the U.S. for their commitment and support of music education in schools. As the economy challenges state and […]