From Harford County Public Schools: Harford County Public Schools is pleased to share that the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE) announced that C. Milton Wright High School has been newly certified as a 2016 Maryland Green School. In addition, Jarrettsville Elementary, Hickory Elementary, and Churchville Elementary schools have been recertified as 2016 […]
Harford Family House Announces Leadership Changes; New Executive Director Robin Tomechko Starts in April, CEO Joyce Duffy to Retire in June
From Harford Family House: The Board of Directors of Harford Family House announces the retirement of CEO Joyce Duffy on June 10, 2016 and the appointment of Duffy’s successor, Robin Tomechko, who started in April as the new executive director. Duffy has been the face of the non-profit since she came on board in September […]
Utility Helicopter to Perform Work on BGE Electric Transmission Equipment in Harford County
From BGE: BGE will be using a utility helicopter to perform work on BGE electric transmission equipment, to include stringing and fastening new overhead wires. Area residents and motorists may see the helicopter hovering near transmission power lines or following a flight path along electric transmission corridors. A utility worker from the helicopter will also […]
Juvenile Charged with Arson for Setting Multiple Brush Fires in Edgewood
From the Office of the State Fire Marshal: Deputy State Fire Marshals have charged a twelve year-old male with arson charges stemming from two different fires which engulfed two sheds that occurred last night at 5:30 PM located on East Spring Meadow Court. Investigators were requested by firefighters after extinguishing two sheds to the rear […]
Harford County Education Association Endorses Boker for Havre de Grace City Council
From the Harford County Education Association: The Harford County Education Association announced its endorsement of Johnny Boker for Havre De Grace City Council. “Mr. Boker has spent a lifetime in public service. As a decorated combat veteran who served 22 years in the U.S. Army, Mr. Boker understands commitment. The citizens of Havre de Grace, […]
Comptroller Franchot to Visit Belcamp Homeless Shelter and Harford County Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
From the Office of the Comptroller of Maryland: Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot will present the 2016 Harford County William Donald Schaefer Helping People Award to Welcome One Emergency Shelter in Belcamp Thursday morning. It is the only full-service emergency homeless shelter open year-round in Harford County. Franchot then will speak at the Harford County Chamber […]
Nominations Open for Outstanding Contributions to Harford County Business Community
From Harford County government: The 2016 Harford Award program is an opportunity to recognize Harford County businesses or organizations that demonstrate a strong commitment to the local business community. Whether or not you are a Chamber member, you can nominate your own business or another outstanding business located in Harford County. Deadline for applications is […]
Interim State Superintendent Approves 2-Day Calendar Waiver for Harford County Public Schools; Last Day Expected to be June 15
From Harford County Public Schools: Interim State Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jack R. Smith, approved the request made by Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) for a two-day waiver of the 180-day school year requirement for students. HCPS has been closed a total of eight days this school year for inclement weather. HCPS proactively built 11 […]
