From Susquehannock Wildlife Society: On May 31, 2018 an interesting video of an animal walking across a field was captured in the Fallston area of Harford County, Maryland during a foggy morning by Dan Jones. A debate ensued over whether the animal was a rare and incredible sighting of a cougar (either an extinct eastern […]
Harford County Public Library Kicks Off ‘Libraries Rock!’ Summer Reading Challenge
From the Harford County Public Library: Harford County Public Library’s Summer Reading Challenge for children and teens kicks off June 18 with the theme, “Libraries Rock!” The program runs through August 25 and is for children of all ages to encourage continued learning that inspires a lifetime love of reading. In 2017, more than 19,000 […]
DeHaven: Think About the Words You Use When Referencing People with Disabilities
From Vernon DeHaven of Aberdeen, MD: Dear Editor: Words matter. That’s why The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region (The Arc NCR) is helping me respectfully challenge our community to think about the words they use when it comes to addressing or referencing people with disabilities. My name is Vernon, and I live in Harford County, Maryland. […]
Jones Junction Auto Dealership Group Becomes Premier Sponsor of Bel Air Independence Day Celebration
From The Bel Air Independence Day Committee, Inc.: The Bel Air Independence Day Committee, Inc., the non-profit organization that produces the annual July 4 celebrations in Bel Air, Maryland, is pleased to announce that the Jones Junction Automotive Group has become the Premier Sponsor of the 2018 event. According to Don Stewart, President of the […]
Section of Eden Mill Road at Big Branch in Pylesville to Close for 2 Months for Bridge Repairs
From Harford County government: Harford County Department of Public Works will close Eden Mill Road at the bridge over Big Branch in Pylesville to all traffic, including emergency vehicles, to replace the deteriorated bridge deck. The closure will occur on or about Monday, June 18, 2018 and continue for approximately two months. The Eden Mill […]
Harford Community College’s Destination ImagiNation Team Takes 3rd Place at Globals
From Harford Community College: Harford Community College’s University Level Destination ImagiNation (DI) team brought home 3rd place in this year’s Global Tournament. DI Global Finals, the “World’s Largest Celebration of Creativity,” is the culminating event of every season. The “Fighting Owls” proudly represented Harford Community College with more than 17,000 students, parents and volunteers in […]
Harford County Tourism Awards $1.5 Million in FY19 to Nonprofits Promoting Local Tourism
From Harford County government: Harford County Executive Barry Glassman is pleased to announce that 28 local nonprofits will receive more than $1.5 million in fiscal year 2019 to plan and implement tourism-related activities including historical, cultural, agricultural, heritage, and eco-tourism operations. Now in its fourth consecutive year, Harford County’s competitive award program is funded by […]
Harford Community College Concludes 60th Anniversary; Highlights Success Over the Past Year
From Harford Community College: While Harford Community College celebrated its 60th anniversary during this academic year with many events and activities, it’s the accomplishments and honors received by students, faculty and staff that demonstrate why Harford Community College is the anchor institution for higher education in Harford County. Harford Community College students participated in an […]