From Harford County government: The Harford County Office of Economic Development and Harford County Chamber of Commerce launched a year-round campaign on November 15 encouraging consumers to spend their money within the county to promote local jobs and boost the economy. Named “Harford Has It: Buy In,” the campaign is based on a study by […]
Archives for November 2017
Maryland Public Health Groups Urge Lawmakers to Raise States Tobacco Sales Age to 21
From the Harford County Health Department: Maryland public health groups and legislative representatives marked the American Cancer Society’s 42nd annual Great American Smokeout today by calling on lawmakers to protect the health of Maryland residents by passing strong tobacco control legislation. Only by tackling tobacco use through a comprehensive approach can we effectively overcome the […]
Rep. Harris: Proud to Support “Largest Tax Cut in American History”
From Congressman Andy Harris: House of Representatives Passes First Major Tax Reform Since 1986 WASHINGTON, DC: On November 16, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This legislation is the first major reform to the federal tax code since 1986. Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) voted in favor of […]
Friends of Harford 2017 Comprehensive Zoning Review Wrap Up
From Friends of Harford: Comprehensive rezoning is over for another 6 to 8 years. This round there were 115 requests by residents or their agents. Every Councilman introduced amendments to grant a more intense use for a property than the one received in the legislation as presented by County Administration. It should be noted that […]
Hays-Heighe House Presents Equestrian Journalism Award to the Family of TV Sports Broadcaster Jim McKay
From the Hays-Heighe House: The family of the late Jim McKay, beloved by millions as the host of ABC’s “Wide World of Sports,” accepted the Robert and Anne Heighe Award for Excellence in Equestrian Journalism on his behalf the evening of November 10 at Harford Community College. Accepting the award were members of McKay’s family, […]
Naughton Named Dean for Community Education at Harford Community College
From Harford Community College: Harford Community College has announced that Brandy Naughton is the new Dean for Community Education. She assumed the position on November 4, 2017. A Harford Community College employee for 18 years, Naughton served most recently as the Director for Adult Basic Education and Interim Director for Community Education. In addition, she […]
Harford County Encourages Family Dinnertime Conversations about Drugs and Alcohol on a “Night of Conversation”
From Harford County government: On Wednesday, November 15, Harford County parents and caregivers are invited to join in the county’s second annual Night of Conversation by having dinner with their families and talking to their children about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. Intended for families with children in pre-school through high school, the Night […]
Edgewood Redevelopment Study to be Presented November 15
From Harford County government: The independent consulting firm Thomas Comitta Associates, Inc. will present its findings from the Edgewood Small Area Study and opportunities for Edgewood’s redevelopment by the private sector on Wednesday, November 15 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Edgewood High School, 2415 Willoughby Beach Road in Edgewood. All stakeholders are welcome to […]
