From Harford County government: Harford County Department of Parks and Recreation has teamed up with Chesapeake Therapeutic Riding to create a permanent home for the Chesapeake Therapeutic Riding Program. A Groundbreaking Ceremony was held on Thursday at Oakington Farms in Havre de Grace followed by a reception at Swan Harbor Farm in Havre de Grace. […]
Archives for May 2014
Reel News: Week of May 5 — Locke, Neighbors, Legends of Oz, Mom’s Night Out
Upcoming Theatrical Releases Locke Director: Steven Knight R; 85 mins. Trailer Ivan Locke (Hardy) has worked diligently to craft the life he has envisioned, dedicating himself to the job that he loves and the family he adores. On the eve of the biggest challenge of his career, Ivan receives a phone call that sets in […]
5th Annual Celebration of Cultures Brings People Together at Reckord Armory in Bel Air
From Harford County government: A steady stream of Harford County residents filled the grounds of the Bel Air Reckord Armory on Saturday, May 3, 2014. They experienced the excitement of the 5th Annual Celebration of Cultures hosted by LASOS (Linking All So Others Succeed), Harford County Human Relations Commission, and the Town of Bel Air. […]
Michael J. Brunicke Receives Harford County Department of Emergency Services “Above and Beyond the Call” Award
From Harford County government: Michael J. Brunicke, Manager of Special Operations and Chief of the Harford County Hazardous Materials Response Team with the Harford County Department of Emergency Services, was recently chosen as the recipient of the second quarter “Above and Beyond the Call” award for the department. Brunicke, a 19-year veteran of the Department […]
Ring Factory Elementary School Parent Julie Buher Named Semifinalist for 2014 Maryland Parent Involvement Matters Award
From Harford County Public Schools: State Superintendent of Schools Lillian M. Lowery today announced the 24 semifinalists for the 2014 Parent Involvement Matters Award. This program is the nation’s first statewide initiative of its kind – recognizing parents and legal guardians for their exceptional support of public education. Parents are nominated for demonstrating significant, positive […]
Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month; There is No Such Thing as a “Safe Tan”
From the Harford County Health Department: May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month. The Harford County Health Department, Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and partners, including the Maryland Skin Cancer Prevention Program of the Center for a Healthy Maryland, are educating Maryland residents about protecting their skin from both natural […]
Harford County Human Relations Commission Observes National Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
From Harford County government: The Harford County Human Relations Commission is recognizing National Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month from May 1 through May 31. On October 5, 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed a Joint Resolution designating an annual weeklong celebration. Twelve years later, President George H.W. Bush signed an extension increasing the celebration to a month. […]
Sheriff Bane: “These Deputies Not Only Protect and Serve You But They Are Your Neighbors and Your Friends”
From the Harford County Sheriff’s Office: MAY IS NATIONAL POLICE OFFICER AND CORRECTIONS OFFICER’S MONTH By: Sheriff L. Jesse Bane There are approximately 900,000 law enforcement officers and 460,000 corrections officers serving in communities across the United States. Each year 60,000 assaults against police are reported resulting in approximately 16,000 injuries. A staggering 20,000 police […]
