The Dagger’s Q & A with candidates for the Harford County School Board continues with responses from the candidates in District C, Bel Air, where incumbent board member Alysson Krchnavy faces two challengers: John Anker, a Bel Air business owner and information technology consultant, and Joe Voskuhl, a retired principal of Bel Air High School. […]
Archives for April 2014
State Superintendent Approves 4-Day Calendar Waiver for Harford County Public Schools; June 12 Last Day for Students
From Harford County Public Schools: State Superintendent of Schools Dr. Lillian Lowery approved the request made by Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) for a four-day waiver of the 180-day school year requirement for students. HCPS has been closed a total of 11 days this school year for inclement weather. Due to the effort put forth […]
Suspects Wanted for Theft from White Hall Liquor Store
From the Harford County Sheriff’s Office: DO YOU KNOW THESE SUSPECTS? These suspects are wanted in connection with a theft from the Hess Country Spirits at 4105 Norrisville Road, White Hall, which occurred on February 24th. One female distracted the clerk while the other stole items from the store. If you have any information contact […]
Gov. O’Malley Signs Bill Decriminalizing Marijuana Possession in Maryland
From the Marijuana Policy Coalition of Maryland: SB 364 makes possession of small amounts of marijuana a civil offense; more than two-thirds of Maryland voters support stronger decriminalization legislation, and more than half of state voters support removing all penalties for adult marijuana possession Gov. Martin O’Malley signed a bill into law Monday making Maryland […]
Harford County Board of Education Agenda April 14: Teacher of the Year; Teacher Salary Disparities; Extra-Curricular Policies
The Harford County Board of Education plans a business meeting on April 14th to include recognition for Teacher of the Year finalists, a teachers’ union presentation on wage disparities, and approval of revised policies for extra-curricular activities and clubs. First on the agenda, the Board plans to recognize Lawrence M. Jehnert, third grade teacher at […]
Whiteley: Freedom of Information Act Request Denied for Tax Assessment Procedures and Process
From Roy Whiteley, Founder, Marylanders for Fair Property Taxation: Response to “What Answer Will We Get?” On March 23 and 26, under the Freedom of Information Act, we requested explanations and answers to a number of questions prompted by the incredulous fiscal and policy reports filed on behalf of the Department of Assessments and Taxation […]
Harford County Public Schools In Session April 14 – 17 for Inclement Weather Makeup Days
From Harford County Public Schools: REMINDER: Schools in Session April 14-17, 2014 Please be reminded that schools are now in session on Monday, April 14, through Thursday, April 17, 2014, as these days have been used as inclement weather makeup days. Per the Board-approved calendar for this school year, the last day of school for […]
Del. Szeliga: “If the Next Governor Does Not Bring State Spending Under Control, There Will Have to be an Increase in Property Taxes, as Well as Other Tax Increases”
From Del. Kathy Szeliga: Dear Friends, The 2014 Legislative Session ended on Monday, April 7 at midnight. We finished with a balanced budget and no major tax increases. I’m pleased to provide you with a wrap-up of the 2014 Legislative Session highlights. Health Care – The Maryland Health Exchange & Obamacare Starting with a botched […]
