Doing what is arguably one of the most important jobs on behalf of the citizens of Harford County, Robert M. Tomback has just wrapped up his second year as superintendent of schools, putting him at the midway point of a four-year, $190,000 contract. How is he doing so far? The answer will come, in part, […]
Archives for July 2011
Harford County Public Schools Mum on Details Following End of Patterson Mill Theft Investigation
The procedures for the handling of school money were breached over a nine-month period during which approximately $10,000 was stolen from Patterson Mill Middle and High School, according to Harford County Public Schools representatives. But school officials would not specify what those policies were, how they may have been changed following the theft, or the […]
Havre de Grace Agenda Aug. 1: New Fines and Penalties for Traffic and Parking Violations; New Erie Street Traffic Pattern
The Havre de Grace City Council will hold a public hearing Monday night to solicit citizen sentiment on a proposed ordinance which would establish new fines, fees, and penalties for some of the most common and flagrant parking and traffic violations in the city. The mayor and city council retained an expert who reviewed Havre […]
Rep. Harris Votes Against Smoke and Mirrors Reid Plan; “I Came to Washington to End Budget Tricks”
From the office of Congressman Andy Harris: Rep. Andy Harris voted against the smoke and mirrors Reid Plan which includes over $1 trillion in imaginary savings. In addition, Senator Reid has repeatedly stated that his was the only plan that could pass both chambers, yet it was rejected by a bipartisan and overwhelming vote in […]
Sen. Mikulski Votes “No” on House Republican Bill; Says “Now is the Time to Act to Avoid Default and Downgrade”
From the office of U.S. Sen. Barbara Mikulski: U.S. Senator Barbara A. Mikulski (D-Md.) voted against a short-term extension of the debt ceiling proposed by House Republicans saying it would put the United States back on the edge of economic disaster five to six months from now. “A short-term extension of the debt ceiling isn’t […]
Helicopter Injures Pilot After Leaving Harford County Farm Fair, Landing in Darlington
From the Maryland State Police: (DARLINGTON, MD) – Maryland State Police are on the scene of an incident involving a helicopter that appeared to malfunction after landing in Harford County and caused a non-life threatening injury to the pilot. The pilot and only occupant of the Hughes 269C helicopter is identified as Steven R. Rindone, […]
Hydraulic Fluid Spill and HAZMAT Response Delay Traffic on Route 7 in Abingdon Friday Morning
From Harford County government: Motor vehicle traffic is delayed on MD Rte. 7 in the Abingdon area of Harford County. The traffic problem began late this morning at approximately 11:00 a.m. when hydraulic fluid began leaking from a vehicle. Traffic is blocked in both directions between Abingdon Road at MD Rte. 7 and McComas Funeral […]
14-Year-Old Pylesville Girl Struck by Vehicle and Killed While Attempting to Cross Route 136
From Maryland State Police: Troopers from the Maryland State Police Bel Air Barrack responded to the 2200 block of Harkins Road (Maryland Route 136) just after 3:30 p.m. Thursday for a single motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. The preliminary investigation revealed a 2009 Toyota Highlander, driven by James Landerkin, 34 yoa, of Pylesville, MD, […]
