If you missed part one of The Dreaded “C” Word…Cholesterol, check it out here. In the news story I referred to, one of the doctors specifically mentioned eggs. That’s a topic that often is considered in relation to cholesterol. Many people avoid egg yolks because of the calorie content and the speculation that it holds […]
Archives for March 2013
Dagger Blotter Feb. 27-28: Person Rides Dirtbike While Holding Toddler in Edgewood; Vehicle Drives into Bel Air Bank; Boy Hides Behind Trees When Cars Drive by in Pylesville
The blotter is compiled from records of calls for service received by the Harford County Sheriff’s Office. The records are reviewed and prepared for publication by Dagger staff. They do not include records from municipal or state law enforcement agencies. Aberdeen A caller from the 200 block of Mayberry Drive reported Wednesday the caller could […]
Del. Szeliga: Paychecks Cut 2% – State Should Cut 2%
From Delegate Kathy Szeliga: WE ARE THE 96%! Welcome to another edition of the Szeliga update! This week’s focus is on the GOP members of the House Appropriations Committee and our alternative budget plan to Governor O’Malley’s proposed budget. Check out our video with highlights from the GOP House Appropriations committee press conference. Please read […]
Harford County Public Schools Seeks Applicants for Membership on Citizen Advisory Committees
From Harford County Public Schools The Board of Education of Harford County Public Schools is seeking applicants for membership on its Citizen Advisory Committees. Membership is open to all Harford County residents, including those without children in the school system. The Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee is open to any parent of a student with […]
Harford County Government’s 1st Green Expo for Employees; Green Team Awards Green Star for 3rd Quarter
From Harford County government: Marylee Gorman of Harford County Governments Department of Procurement has been chosen for the Green Star Award for the 3rd Quarter for organizing a Green Expo for county employees. As a kick off to the County’s new Recycled Product Policy, Ms. Gorman organized a Green Products Expo with Staples. The Expo […]
Do Harford County Public School Students Get Enough Time for Lunch? Teachers Union President Says “No”
Do students in Harford County Public Schools get enough time for lunch? No, says Ryan Burbey, president of the union representing county teachers, and he’s calling on the Board of Education to ensure a minimum 30-minute lunch period in all county schools. Burbey recently began circulating the following petition, posting it on the Harford County […]
Sen. Jennings: Responsible School Discipline Bill Addresses “Overreactions by School Officials”
From Sen. J.B. Jennings: In the wake of several high-profile tragic events, there is a heightened level of sensitivity and awareness in our schools. This has led to countless incidents nationwide involving questionable judgment with respect to discipline issued to elementary school children by teachers and education officials. At least two incidents have occurred recently […]
Del. McDonough: “I Will Purchase a Free Crab Cake for Every Rate Payer in the State if This Project Costs $2 Billion or Less”
From Del. Pat McDonough: This story may be hard to believe, but the Governor wants to construct 40 wind turbines that are 80 stories high (think: Baltimore’s tallest building) and 20 miles out in the ocean. This has never been done before. The cost of this green pork scheme is currently calculated to be $2 […]
