From the Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company: The Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company responded to multiple vehicle collisions on Interstate 95 Friday afternoon. Multiple JMVFC fire and emergency medical services units and assisting Departments responded to three separate motor vehicle collisions in Joppa on Friday afternoon. Here are summaries from each incident: 3:12 PM Southbound I-95 at […]
Harford County Sheriff’s Office Supports Dallas Police; Sen. Mikulski Concerned about Racial Disparities and Gun Violence
From the Harford County Sheriff’s Office: A Message from Sheriff Gahler Tragically, 5 police officers were killed and 6 injured in Dallas Texas by cowards who targeted these brave officers while they performed their duties serving the citizens of their community. Unfortunately, the number of lives lost and those wounded may climb as the news […]
“Heroes Highway” to be Dedicated in Memory of Fallen Harford County Sheriff’s Deputies on July 6
From the Harford County Sheriff’s Office: Through the efforts of State Senator Wayne Norman, Delegate Theresa Reilly, and members of the Harford County Delegation to the Maryland State Assembly, legislation was passed during the 2016 legislative session, and signed into law by Governor Hogan, that dedicates a portion of Maryland State Route 924 in honor […]
Historic Darlington Church Damaged by Fire; Heat Gun Used to Strip Paint Ignited Blaze
Firefighters were called to a 150-year-old church in Darlington on Thursday morning after an exterior wall was accidentally set ablaze while being prepped for painting. Just before 9 a.m. on Thursday, emergency personnel were dispatched to the 2100 block of Shuresville Road for a fire at Darlington United Methodist Church. The church was being prepared […]
APG Emergency Personnel Close Gate to Investigate Suspicious Vehicle; Military Dog Alerted for Potential Explosives
From the Aberdeen Proving Ground Garrison Public Affairs Office: APG emergency personnel have cleared the incident at the Maryland Avenue Gate (Route 715) area of APG and the installation has returned to normal operations. At approximately 9 a.m. this morning, a truck was being inspected by a Military Working Dog who alerted for potential explosives. […]
Lawn Mower Ignites Grass Clippings; Fire Destroys Churchville Shed
A Churchville homeowner lost his garage and numerous car parts on Tuesday after combustibles and grass clippings were ignited by a riding lawn mower. Yes. Lawnmowers can ignite and cause fire if not taken properly of. Always check the lawnmower reviews online or better yet just get a string trimmer. They are very portable and […]
2016 Harford County Drug Prevention, Intervention and Treatment Symposium: Help, Understanding, Hope
From Harford County government: Bringing together 300 participants and 18 vendors in the fight against drug abuse, the 2016 Harford County Drug Prevention, Intervention and Treatment Symposium was held on June 23 at Bel Air High School. Hosted by the Harford County Department of Community Services Office of Drug Control Policy, this year’s symposium featured […]
Shooter of Aberdeen Police Officer Pleads Guilty; Officer’s Eye Injured in Attack
From the Harford County State’s Attorney’s Office: Tyler Testerman, 21, of Havre de Grace, Maryland plead guilty on June 27, 2016 to Attempted Second Degree Murder and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Crime of Violence in the shooting of Officer Jason Easton of the Aberdeen Police Department. Officer Easton, a 10-year […]