The race for Harford County Executive, among the most high profile races in any election, took an unexpected and tragic turn earlier this year when Republican candidate Stephen Wright died in a one-car accident. When finished their mourning, Wright’s sizable following was left with a decision for whom to support – the incumbent, a political […]
UPDATED w/AUDIO: Orioles’ Top Draft Pick Machado Joins IronBirds, 1-for-3 in 11-5 Loss
The 18-year-old hope of the Orioles, wearing his second pro team uniform in four days, joined the Aberdeen IronBirds on the field Monday for their last week of play this season. Manny Machado was selected by the Orioles with the third overall pick in this year’s draft, and continued a whirlwind two weeks with a […]
Harford Council District C: Commissioner Hanley vs. Councilman McMahan For GOP Nomination in Bel Air
The heart of Harford County is the battleground for two Bel Air locals, one a former Town Commissioner and one who currently serves on the board, who seek the County Council’s central District C seat. Incumbent Jim McMahan and challenger Terry Hanley seek leadership of one of the county’s most developed and rapidly-changing districts, a […]
Harford Council District A: Guthrie/Henkel, Baldwin/Thompson Face Off in Edgewood/Joppa
District A lies at a crossroads. Recent violent crimes have been splashed across Dagger headlines, but the promise of BRAC could bring jobs and stability to the area. Dion Guthrie and John Henkel will square off in the Democratic Primary Election with the winner advancing to face whomever emerges from the Primary Election race between […]
We Want YOU! The Dagger Seeking Contributors
The Dagger breaks down the walls between Harford County news and our community of readers, but now it’s time for you to join us and contribute your unique talents as a contributor! We’re looking for volunteers to help us out with everything from content generationfor the site to supporting our advertising and marketing efforts. Read […]
Suspect in Forest Hill Bank Robbery Commits Suicide While in Custody
A Forest Hill man charged with robbing a bank on Rock Spring Road last week attempted suicide while in custody at the Harford County Detention Center on Saturday and died Sunday after he was removed from life support, police said. Jeffrey L. Lawson, 47, was arrested August 4 in connection with the robbery of a […]
UPDATE: Bel Air Murder Has Connections to 2007 Edgewood Gang Beating
The man murdered early Sunday morning in Bel Air was the stepson of an Edgewood man attacked by a group of teenagers in 2007, one of whom is now a suspect in the killing and was recently released from jail on charges stemming from the earlier incident, according to police. Derrick Maxey Jr., 25, of […]
Craig Files Re-Election Bid; Joins With Ehrlich to Open Harford HQ
County Executive David Craig formally filed for re-election Friday, hours before joining with former Governor Robert Ehrlich to open their joint headquarters on Main Street in Bel Air. Before a crowd of more than 75 Republican supporters, both Craig and Ehrlich pointed to renewed energy in the Republican party and claimed the state’s Democratic administration […]
