From the Maryland Environmental Service: The Maryland Environmental Service (MES) today announced that a notice of intent has been issued to award a contract to Northgate-Dutra Joint Venture (JV), for a demonstration project at the Conowingo Dam. The award is being issued as a result of the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Conowingo Capacity […]
Archives for 2017
Police Investigate Fatal Perryville Motor Vehicle Crash
From Maryland State Police: On December 29, 2017 at 5:26 PM troopers responded to MD 222 at the ramp to northbound I-95 in reference to a serious collision involving two vehicles. The preliminary investigation revealed vehicle 1, a white 2018 Chevrolet Silverado pick-up truck, was traveling south on MD 222 when it struck the rear […]
Susquehannock Wildlife Society Named Maryland Conservationist of the Year
From the Maryland Department of Natural Resources: The Maryland Wildlife Advisory Commission recently awarded the Harford County-based Susquehannock Wildlife Society the Maryland Conservationist of the Year award. The local nonprofit was recognized for accomplishments in conservation, education, research and restoration, and for the group’s partnership with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and others in […]
Harford County Education Association Endorses Vincenti for Council President
From the Harford County Education Association: The Harford County Education Association (HCEA) and Harford Educational Services Council (HCESC) proudly announced their endorsement of Patrick Vincenti to serve as Harford County Council President. “Mr. Vincenti has been an exceptional council member. His attention to his constituents, dedication and honesty are exemplary. Pat has shown a steadfast […]
8th Grader Charged after 3 New Social Media Threats of Violence at Aberdeen Middle School
From the Aberdeen Police Department: On December 19, 2017, the Aberdeen Police Department was made aware of three additional social media threats of violence targeting Aberdeen Middle School. One of those threats targeted a specific student. As a result of an investigation, an 8th grade student has been referred to the Department of Juvenile Services […]
Harford County Board of Education Passes 2018-19 School Year Calendar; Classes Begin Sept. 4
From Harford County Public Schools: During its regularly scheduled business meeting on December 18, 2017, the Board of Education of Harford County unanimously passed Superintendent Barbara Canavan’s proposed 2018-19 school calendar, following a 60-day public input window. School begins for students (K through grade 12) on Tuesday, September 4, 2018, following the Labor Day holiday. […]
Rep. Harris: “Congress Owes the American People a Long-Overdue Tax Break”
From Congressman Andy Harris: On December 19, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Conference report to accompany H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) released the following statement lauding its passage: “The Conference report passed by the House of Representatives today will put more money back into the pockets […]
Man Commits Suicide After Barricade in Joppa
From the Harford County Sheriff’s Office: On Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 10:28 a.m., deputies assigned to the Harford County Sheriff’s Office Southern Precinct responded to the 1900 block of Atkisson Road for the report of a domestic incident. Upon arrival, deputies were informed that a suicidal adult male, armed with a handgun, was inside […]