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Harford Schools welcomes students back to class

To make this year a successful one, Superintendent Dyann Mack said, the school community must recognize that it "takes all of us."

Teacher Lori Schoendienst waves to students on the buses during arrival at Bel Air Elementary School for the first day of school on Monday. (Karen Jackson/ Freelance)

Army Master SGT., Ret., Tracy Reeve of Bel Air, pays his respect during the Dignified Transfer of remains for WWII hero, U.S. Army Air Force 1st Lt. Walter R. Bateman at Schimunek Funeral Home in Bel Air Friday evening. (Jeffrey F. Bill/Staff)

WWII pilot returns home to Maryland 83 years after his death

Crews extinguished a small electrical fire hours before the Elkton home was found engulfed in flames. (Office of the State Fire Marshal)

Electrical problem may have sparked fire that destroyed Cecil County home

Members of the Patriot Guard Riders carry the remains of WWII hero, U.S. Army Air Force 1st Lt. Walter R. Bateman during the Dignified Transfer at Schimunek Funeral Home in Bel Air Friday evening. (Jeffrey F. Bill/Staff)

WWII hero U.S. Army Air Force 1st Lt. Walter R. Bateman comes home | PHOTOS

By Jeffrey F. Bill

August 29, 2026 at 10:29 a.m.

Dignified Transfer of remains for WWII hero, U.S. Army Air Force 1st Lt. Walter R....

Detectives identified 35-year-old Kevin G. Scott Jr., of Aberdeen, as the primary suspect. (Courtesy of Harford County Sheriff's Office)

FOX45: Aberdeen man arrested after drug, gun bust at apartment complex

By Ellie Buckheit

August 28, 2026 at 5:40 p.m.

Authorities reported that the fentanyl/cocaine mix has an estimated street value exceeding $80,000.

Harford County students are set to go back to school on Aug. 31. Here's what families should expect. (Staff file)

No middle school sports as Harford students return Monday

By Shaela Foster

August 28, 2026 at 3:11 p.m.

Before the school year begins, families should expect no middle school sports and a reduction...

The Imaginary Library of Harford County serves children ages 0-5 with free monthly book deliveries, regardless of family income. (Josie Cosgrove/Courtesy)

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library registers 1,000th Harford County kid for free books

By Shaela Foster

August 28, 2026 at 9:42 a.m.

Since its inception in 2024, the Imagination Library of Harford County has mailed more than...

1st Lt. Walter Bateman. (Defense Prisoner of War and Missing in Action Accounting Agency)

A long-missing WWII airman with roots in Harford will return home Friday

By Matt Hubbard

August 27, 2026 at 4:26 p.m.

1st Lt. Walter Bateman was 22 when he was shot down over Italy. He will...

The grave marker for Cpl. Louis H. Hill, a Civil War veteran, at the Johnson-Hill Cemetery in Havre de Grace. Hill was a member of the U.S. Colored Troops, who fought for the Union in the Civil War. (Lloyd Fox/Staff)

Havre de Grace order aims to restore neglected U.S. Colored Troops graves

By Shaela Foster

August 27, 2026 at 3:12 p.m.

The executive order gives the Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton Foundation city resources to restore and...

FILE – Solar panels operate April 28, 2026, at a farm in Christiana, Tenn. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel, File)

New Harford tool lets residents track 26 energy projects countywide

By Matt Hubbard

August 27, 2026 at 12:58 p.m.

See where Harford County's 26 active solar energy projects stand, from county review to state...

Harford County Public Library Foundation’s Board of Directors has elected new Executive Committee leadership with Matthew Buecker serving as the new president. (Courtesy)

Harford County Library Foundation elects new leaders; Matthew Buecker new president

By Aegis

August 27, 2026 at 10:26 a.m.

Harford County Public Library Foundation elects four new leaders and welcomes a new board member...

A 17-year-old has been arrested in connection with the April shooting death of a 20-year-old Edgewood man.

17-year-old arrested in connection to April homicide in Edgewood

By Todd Karpovich

August 26, 2026 at 3:26 p.m.

Authorities say A’maree Curbeam was taken into custody in Baltimore nearly five months after Bryan...

Habitat for Humanity Susquehanna was one of 34 recipients for the technical assistance grants provided by the state. Their funding will help pay some of their construction team's salaries. (Courtesy photo)

Habitat for Humanity Susquehanna receives funding to assist with salaries

By Aegis

August 26, 2026 at 11:46 a.m.

The organization received $25,000 to support their construction team's salaries. They were one of 34...

Harford County Public Schools is bringing cursive writing instruction back to second and third grade. (Chicago Tribune file)

Harford County brings back cursive writing for second, third graders

By Shaela Foster

August 25, 2026 at 5:52 p.m.

Using free resources and in-house materials, the district expects the program to cost less than...

Harford calendar (Aug. 26-Sept. 6)

By Jamie Chapman

August 25, 2026 at 2:06 p.m.

To have your in-person or virtual community calendar item appear in this free listing, please...

Harford Bank launched its Sit. Stay. Save. campaign to support the Humane Society of Harford County. At the event launching Harford Bank's Sit. Stay. Save. campaign, the bank's top dog, Remy, was crowned by Miss Maryland Gianna Romero. The campaign aims to support the Humane Society of Harford County. (Courtesy/Harford Bank)

Harford Bank launches campaign supporting local Humane Society

By Aegis

August 25, 2026 at 12:11 p.m.

At the event announcing the campaign, Miss Maryland Giana Romero crowned Harford Bank's "top dog,"...

TV personality Chris Hansen has collaborated with Harford County Sheriff's Office in three stings, which have led to a total of 21 arrests. (Photo courtesy of Harford County Sheriff's Office)

Inside Harford County’s stings with Chris Hansen of ‘To Catch a Predator’

By Brendan Nordstrom

August 25, 2026 at 4:22 a.m.

One defense attorney says the made-for-TV format of these stings isn't just sensational — it...

Royal Farms wants to build a store on Churchville Road in Bel Air. (Denise Sanders/Staff)

Royal Farms wants to build on Bel Air corner formerly sought by Sheetz

By Bryna Zumer

August 24, 2026 at 4:52 p.m.

Royal Farms wants to build a store and gas station on Bel Air's Churchville Road,...

Debris from water-damaged boxes clings to the floor and baseboard in the bedroom of Tyeesha Stanley’s children at Perrywood Garden Apartments. Stanley says mold that developed after flooding was not properly remediated. She is among several residents reporting flooding, mold, pest infestations, and malfunctioning heating and cooling. Their concerns have gone widely unaddressed by the county and owner of the low-income property. (Kim Hairston/staff)

Harford County closed 91% of housing complaints. Renters say problems remain.

By Matt Hubbard

August 24, 2026 at 4:10 a.m.

Harford County closed 90% of recent housing complaints, but some renters say serious problems remain...

The TwirlTasTix Baton Twirling Team of Bel Air just won its first championship in the National Baton Twirling Association (NBTA) Championships. (Christine Zoll/Courtesy)

Bel Air’s TwirlTasTix Baton Twirling Team wins first national title

By Aegis

August 20, 2026 at 3:15 p.m.

At the championship, TwirlTasTix athletes achieved 46 top 10 finishes, with 18 top five placements.

Harford County Sheriff Jeff Gahler, a Republican running for his fourth term, said in a statement that "it’s important to recognize that crime data often requires context." (Lloyd Fox/Staff)

Harford County seeing slight rise in homicides, shootings this year

By Bryna Zumer

August 20, 2026 at 2:29 p.m.

Harford County tallied three shootings within three days this week, one of them fatal.

26-unit senior housing development proposed for Rock Spring Road in Forest Hill

By Matt Hubbard

August 20, 2026 at 12:36 p.m.

The new senior homes are proposed roughly a mile from the planned 46-home Red Pump...

Hampstead resident Katie Price, photographed with registered nurse Melodi Vest at UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Bel Air. Price survived a near-fatal case of septic shock last year. Now, she's using that experience to raise awareness and help others recognize the warning signs. Price received lifesaving care at the UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, and later advocated for a Sepsis Awareness Month proclamation from the state of Maryland. (Jeffrey F. Bill/Staff)

A 2nd chance: Hampstead woman turns ‘miracle’ sepsis survival into advocacy

By Marissa Yelenik

August 20, 2026 at 11:40 a.m.

Since her recovery, Katie Price has worked to expand awareness through a state proclamation, educational...

Aberdeen company Zigglebee's first product, the InfoMate wristband, is being sold on Walmart.com. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Aberdeen company’s emergency wristband technology now sold on Walmart.com

By Shaela Foster

August 19, 2026 at 3:11 p.m.

The wristband, intended to help individuals in an emergency is retailed at $39 plus a...

The remnants of a memorial left after a July candlelight vigil at Woodlawn Memorial Park for Jordan Jennings, who died in the Fallston house party shooting. (Jeffrey F. Bill/Staff)

Owner of Fallston July 4 shooting home sued over ‘malicious’ peace orders

By Matt Hubbard

August 19, 2026 at 1:29 p.m.

Tom Karle Jr. claims Ellerby falsely accused him of stalking after the HOA ordered her...

Bel Air Police Chief Charles A. “Chuck” Moore

Maryland AG identifies man killed by Bel Air officer during traffic stop

By Adam Bednar

August 18, 2026 at 6:49 p.m.

Maryland officials released the name of the Bel Air man killed and the officer involved...

Harford calendar (Aug. 19-30)

By Jamie Chapman

August 20, 2026 at 2:50 p.m.

To have your in-person or virtual community calendar item appear in this free listing, please...

A fisherman sets out from Mariner Point Park in Joppatowne to try his luck on the Gunpowder River with temperatures pushing into the upper 60s in February 2022.

‘A valuable asset’: Harford’s $1.5M waterway grant set to benefit over 6,000 boaters

By Luke Kaiser

August 18, 2026 at 4:14 p.m.

The grant will fund maintenance dredging in Joppatowne waterways and the redecking of piers in...

Coppermine Copperplex. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Edgewood residents raise concerns over traffic at Copperplex, even after new road opens

By Shaela Foster

August 18, 2026 at 2:51 p.m.

Resident say they've experienced speeding visitors, blocked-off driveways and increased neighborhood traffic.

A homeowner was flown to a hospital after fire struck a Havre de Grace house on Adams Street. (Susquehanna Hose Company via State Fire Marshall)

Havre de Grace house fire injures owner, causes $200,000 in damage

By Aegis Staff Report

August 18, 2026 at 12:50 p.m.

A 64-year-old man was flown to a hospital after a fire at his Havre de...

The Harford school board proposed revisions to their calendar policy tasking the superintendent with crafting a calendar for each school year, with final approval by the school board. (Staff file)

Harford schools weigh giving superintendent lead role in calendar process

By Shaela Foster

August 17, 2026 at 9:29 p.m.

The revised policy eliminates the calendar committee and reduces the public comment window from 60...

Harford County State’s Attorney Alison Healey speaks to the media after the sentencing of John Gaeta, surrounded by relatives and friends of victims Blake Elliott and Zachary Griffin. (Bryna Zumer/Staff)

Bel Air man sentenced to 3 years in distracted-driving crash that killed teen

By Bryna Zumer

August 17, 2026 at 6:54 p.m.

A judge found John Gaeta had an AI chatbot, a chess game and Instagram open...

The area of Franklin Street where a suspect was killed by police after a traffic stop Saturday evening. (Bryna Zumer/Staff)

Police chief: Fatality is first Bel Air police shooting in decades

By Brendan Nordstrom

August 17, 2026 at 4:22 p.m.

The Attorney General's Independent Investigations Division is reviewing the shooting for potential charges. Bel Air...

A customer uses a quarter to scratch an instant Maryland Lottery ticket.

Maryland Lottery reports $1 million Powerball, scratch-off wins in Fallston, Manchester

By The Baltimore Sun

August 17, 2026 at 1:21 p.m.

Maryland Lottery says two players won $1 million prizes last week, including a Powerball ticket...

A woman and two children are hospitalized with life-threatening injuries Sunday after a three-vehicle car crash in Lothian, Anne Arundel County Police said.

Bel Air officer fatally shoots man during traffic stop altercation

By Matt Hubbard

August 16, 2026 at 3:24 p.m.

A Bel Air officer fatally shot a man after a traffic stop led to an...

Harford Community College's new Chesapeake Welcome Center on Thursday.

International Walk4PICS event set for Sept. 27 at Harford College

By Aegis

August 15, 2026 at 8:09 p.m.

Harford College is hosting the Walk4PICS aimed at raising awareness for post-ICU syndrome.

Bel Air SARC hosts Bubbles, Bourbon & Barrels fundraiser

By Aegis

August 15, 2026 at 4:31 p.m.

SARC's Bubbles, Bourbon & Barrels event, held on October 8, supports survivors with tastings, music,...

Rocky's on Main Mercantile & Antiques is set to open in downtown Bel Air. (Michael Stafford/Courtesy)

New antiques and gift shop coming to Bel Air’s Main Street

By Bryna Zumer

August 14, 2026 at 3:28 p.m.

Rocky's on Main Mercantile & Antiques — named after a chocolate Labrador beloved by Michael...

Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company waves from the window of a ladder truck during the Bel Air Independence Day Parade on Tuesday, July 4, 2023.

Maryland fire investigators probe Harford house fire; one injured

By The Baltimore Sun

August 14, 2026 at 3:17 p.m.

Maryland fire officials are investigating the cause of a Bel Air house fire that injured...

The entrance of Watchtower Brewing Co. on Howard Street in Aberdeen in July 2025. (Matt Hubbard/Staff file)

Aberdeen creates revitalization fund to fill vacant, deteriorated storefronts

By Shaela Foster

August 13, 2026 at 2:45 p.m.

The fund will collect money from the city, rental payments and grants to purchase property...

The former Macy's at the Harford Mall has been demolished, clearing space for a redevelopment project. (Jeffrey F. Bill/Staff)

Former Harford Mall Macy’s demolished as redevelopment begins

By Matt Hubbard

August 13, 2026 at 1:10 p.m.

The project will bring 249 apartments, a parking garage, restaurants and an open-air shopping center...

Steven Nolan is expected to remain indefinitely at the maximum-security Clifton T. Perkins psychiatric hospital. (Kevin Richardson/Staff file)

Witchcraft, astral projection, satanic cults: Man not criminally responsible for Pylesville killings

By Brendan Nordstrom

August 12, 2026 at 5:24 p.m.

A Harford County judge ruled a man was not criminally responsible for killing two fellow...

Common across the U.S., rabies is spread to humans through the bites or scratches of an infected animal: most commonly, bats, raccoons, skunks, and foxes. Early symptoms include fever, headache, and itching. If the infection is not treated early on, it can progress into delirium, hallucinations, and insomnia, by which time the odds of surviving the disease are extremely slim. (StoneMonkeyswk/Shutterstock)

Rabid raccoon, fox found in Harford County

By Matt Hubbard

August 12, 2026 at 3:28 p.m.

A raccoon in Havre de Grace and a fox in Forest Hill both tested positive...

Harford County school bus. (Lloyd Fox/Staff)

Harford begins Stuff the Bus campaign; aims to equip students for new school year

By Aegis

August 12, 2026 at 2:23 p.m.

Harford County's Stuff the Bus drive collects school supplies for students in need, running through...

T.J. Humphries, a supervisor with Voices of Hope and Bryan Triplett, certified peer recovery specialist hold hands as a circle of attendees surround dozens of luminaries created in remembrance of loved ones who died from overdose during a prayer the International Overdose Awareness Day at Aberdeen Festival Park.

Voices of Hope Harford County to host overdose awareness vigil on Aug. 31

By Aegis

August 12, 2026 at 12:56 p.m.

The overdose vigil will take place at two locations, in Edgewood and in Cecil County,...

Steelefish Grille Seafood restaurant is closed. (Jeffrey F. Bill/Staff)

Bel Air eatery announces immediate closure

By Matt Hubbard

August 11, 2026 at 4:10 p.m.

The restaurant opened in a blue building at the corner of Tollgate Road and Boulton...

3 new solar farms proposed on Harford County farmland in one month

By Matt Hubbard

August 11, 2026 at 3:15 p.m.

Mallard Solar, Forest Hill Solar and Norrisville Solar will each hold community input meetings this...

Harford County Library offers diverse August programs, including dinosaur-themed activities and history sessions, catering to all ages. (Staff file)

Harford Public Library offers dinosaur, history programs through August

By Aegis

August 11, 2026 at 10:59 a.m.

Harford County Library offers diverse August programs, including dinosaur-themed activities and history sessions, catering to...

Harford County libraries will host "Through the Lens," a traveling exhibit showcasing local photography competition winners from August 2026 to April 2027. (Staff file)

Harford Libraries to host traveling photography exhibit

By Aegis

August 10, 2026 at 2:44 p.m.

Harford libraries will host "Through the Lens," a traveling exhibit showcasing local photography competition winners,...

Saxl Rose, born Antonio Hancock, performs during the 9th Annual Arts, Wine, Jazz & Soul Festival on Saturday. The event is a fundraiser for The Havre de Grace Colored School Museum and Cultural Center. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Arts, Wine, Jazz and Soul Festival in Havre de Grace | PHOTOS

By Brian T. Krista

August 9, 2026 at 6:21 a.m.

9th Annual Arts, Wine, Jazz & Soul Festival in Havre de Grace on Saturday, Aug....

One person was killed and two were injured in a fiery five-vehicle crash during a Harford County Sheriff's Department pursuit June 9. (Courtesy of @DubzyWorld on TikTok)

AG releases bodycam footage of fatal Harford police pursuit, identifies victim

By Brendan Nordstrom

August 8, 2026 at 2:13 p.m.

The 96-second chase ended when Murphy crashed into four vehicles at Route 40 and Route...

Murder suspect dies by suicide after I-95 chase into Harford County

By Bryna Zumer

August 7, 2026 at 6:18 p.m.

Charles Glenroy Smellie Jr. was wanted in the killing of Malcolm King over an alleged...

Deputies with Harford County Sheriff's Office can now wear a commemorative badge for the nation's 250th anniversary, through next summer. (Harford County Sheriff's Office/Courtesy)

Fallston rec-league baseball coach charged in Harford undercover child sex sting

By Brendan Nordstrom

August 7, 2026 at 5:14 p.m.

Swarthout is the fourth person charged as part of the Harford Sheriff's Office's operation with...

The family of the Edgewood teenager who died while trying to change a tire launched a GoFundMe this week to assist in paying for funeral arrangements. (Staff file)

GoFundMe created for Edgewood teen who died changing tire on I-695

By Shaela Foster

August 8, 2026 at 2:13 p.m.

The GoFundMe page had raised over $5,000 as of Friday afternoon. It describes the teen...

High-tension power lines (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)

Harford officials, residents oppose battery-powered energy project

By Luke Kaiser

August 6, 2026 at 3:24 p.m.

County Executive Bob Cassilly and Del. Mike Griffith cited industrial fire risks and potential pollutants...

Hawkhouse Cafe and Creamery in Pylesville. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Hawkhouse Cafe, which replaced Eats and Sweets in Pylesville, is closing

By Shaela Foster

August 6, 2026 at 2:31 p.m.

The eatery operated under its new name for less than a year.

Bel Air deacon, ex-Teacher of Year charged with soliciting minor online

By Brendan Nordstrom

August 6, 2026 at 3:35 p.m.

Kenneth Goedeke allegedly arrived at an address believing he'd meet a 15-year-old boy — actually...

Carroll County Commissioner Kenneth Kiler, center, shares his thoughts on media coverage of the allegations against Sheriff Jim DeWees, which were detailed last month in a divorce filing by DeWees’ wife, the Clerk of the Circuit Court.

Carroll, Harford officials say Baltimore conduit fee hike could raise utility bills

By Brian Carlton

August 5, 2026 at 5:46 p.m.

Carroll County commissioners and Harford County business leaders say their residents and companies shouldn't have...

Harford County opens workforce training grant applications

By Aegis

August 5, 2026 at 4:42 p.m.

Harford County opened applications for their Workforce Training Grant, offering financial aid to small businesses...

The City of Aberdeen is preparing to submit a request for state funding to convert the Ripken Stadium property (pictured here during a 2023 event) into a youth sports campus. (Staff file)

Aberdeen preps state funding ask, outlines Ripken Stadium youth complex plan

By Matt Hubbard

August 5, 2026 at 4:55 a.m.

Aberdeen is preparing a state funding request to cover renovations and additions to Ripken Stadium.

Three-year-old Calvin Reilly of Bel Air gets a feel for being in the seat of a Maryland Transportation Authority Police motorcycle with a hand from his grandfather Joe Whisman during the National Night Out event, hosted by Harford County Sheriff's Office, in Bel Air on Tuesday. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Harford County National Night Out | PHOTOS

By Brian T. Krista

August 5, 2026 at 8:08 a.m.

National Night Out event, hosted by Harford County Sheriff's Office, in Bel Air on Tuesday,...

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is bringing its 2026 Music for Maryland summer tour to the Chesapeake Theater in Harford on Aug. 7. (Staff File)

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra to perform at Chesapeake Theater in Harford

By Aegis

August 4, 2026 at 4:54 p.m.

A 40-member Baltimore Symphony Orchestra ensemble will perform at Harford Community College as part of...

An airplane takes off at Carroll County Regional Airport.(Thomas Walker/Freelance)

Man posed as Secret Service to buy jet at Westminster airport, police allege

By Brendan Nordstrom

August 4, 2026 at 3:34 p.m.

Police say a Hampstead man flashed a fake Secret Service badge at the Carroll County...

Natalie Pixley is promoted to vice president of the Harford County Chamber of Commerce, effective July 1. (Harford Chamber of Commerce/Courtesy)

Harford Chamber promotes Natalie Pixley to vice president

By Aegis

August 4, 2026 at 1:43 p.m.

Pixley has served as the director of strategic partnerships for four years. She took on...

Danielle Keyes of Jarrettsville successfully spears a ring while competing in the Semi-Pro Class of the George Kreutzer Memorial Joust, a tournament named after her father and hosted by Amateur Jousting Club of Maryland, at Historic Jerusalem Mill Village on Saturday. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Amateur Jousting Club of Maryland | PHOTOS

By Brian T. Krista

August 4, 2026 at 11:26 a.m.

The George Kreutzer Memorial Joust, hosted by the Amateur Jousting Club of Maryland, was held...

Edgewood teenager dies while changing tire on I-695 in Baltimore County

By Shaela Foster

August 3, 2026 at 4:35 p.m.

The teen had been one of three passengers of a Lexus IS, which was pulled...

For the 2025-26 school year, Harford County Public Schools reportedly had over 230 attempted and successful student elopements. Over half of them occurred at the high school level. (Staff file)

Harford Schools policy violates law on notifying parents when students leave campus

By Shaela Foster

August 3, 2026 at 3:14 p.m.

The state gave HCPS until Sept. 30 to fix a policy that lets staff wait...

Fire burns through a former B&B in Havre de Grace. (Photo credit: Susquehanna Hose Company)

Officials reveal cause behind fire at Havre de Grace former B&B

By The Baltimore Sun

August 3, 2026 at 3:01 p.m.

A fire at a former bed and breakfast in Havre de Grace caused an estimated...

The family behind Butcher & Bay of Kingsville (and Geresbecks) is partnering with yet-to-be-named local restauranteurs for a Butcher on the Bay Restaurant in Havre de Grace’s former Abbey Burger location on Washington street.

This Maryland city’s dining has blossomed over the past few months. What to know.

By Nicole Pilsbury

July 30, 2026 at 5:02 p.m.

Havre de Grace has been underway with a restaurant revamp, with multiple restaurants opening in...

Harford County Health Department offices at 120 S. Hayes St. in Bel Air. (Staff file)

Disinfection underway after 750,000-gallon sewer overflow in Bel Air

By Sofia Montoya-Deck

July 31, 2026 at 11:34 a.m.

A sewer overflow in Bel Air ended early Thursday morning. Officials urge avoiding Bynum Run...

Miss Maryland, Harford County resident Gianna Romero. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Harford resident Gianna Romero wins Miss Maryland with platform focused on healthy relationships

By Shaela Foster

July 30, 2026 at 3:13 p.m.

Throughout her one-year reign as Miss Maryland, Romero aims to visit Maryland jurisdictions to complete...

Harford Schools gets $2.4M in state grants for energy management job, HVAC replacement

By Shaela Foster

July 30, 2026 at 3:15 p.m.

The school system received three grants to pursue additional solar installation, replace HVAC units and...

Sgt. David Waldsmith is the team leader for the drone unit for the Harford County Sheriff’s Department. He shows the Skydio X10 drone that they now use as first responders to scenes. (Lloyd Fox/Staff)

‘Worth every penny’: Harford sheriff debuts automated drones, each with $70K annual cost

By Luke Kaiser

July 30, 2026 at 2:35 p.m.

The new drones can be automatically piloted and are meant to provide scene information to...

The Harford Humane Society is hosting a cash bingo fundraiser on Aug. 28 to bring in shelter donations and aid pets that come into the shelter each year. (Staff File)

Humane Society hosts cash Bingo to aid homeless animals

By Aegis

July 29, 2026 at 12:43 p.m.

The Harford Humane Society encourages attendees to make donations of dog and cat food, treats...

Bel Air's Sofia Sahagun made the U.S. youth futsal international team and will join the club for a tournament in Portugal. (Courtesy)

Bel Air middle schooler makes US youth futsal international team

By Taylor Lyons

July 29, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.

Bel Air's Sofia Sahagun made the U.S. youth futsal international team and will join the...

Harford Community College announces the appointment of Sarah Prince to the position of Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management. (HCC/Courtesy)

Harford College names new associate vice president for enrollment

By Aegis

July 28, 2026 at 1:25 p.m.

Sarah Prince is appointed as the new AVP for Enrollment Management at Harford Community College,...

Annual MCAP test scores show that only 28.4% of Harford students are proficient in math, the same percentage as the previous years. Students, however, increased in English and science proficiency. (Staff file)

Low percentage of Harford students proficient in math; slight improvement in English

By Shaela Foster

July 28, 2026 at 3:15 p.m.

Harford saw 61.1% of students proficient in English and 38.6% in science in 2026, slight...

The Harford County Council opened the application to fill the vacancy left on the Harford school board after District A representative Denise Perry resigned. (Llyod Fox/Staff)

Harford County Council opens District A school board application process

By Shaela Foster

July 27, 2026 at 2:53 p.m.

Applicants must live in District A and submit a letter of interest and resume. Applications...

Harford County Circuit Court (Lloyd Fox/Staff)

Harford County man sentenced to life for wife’s killing appeals case

By Luke Parker

July 27, 2026 at 12:45 p.m.

Authorities said security footage shows Williams "kicking in the front door" of their home and...

July 25, 2026: Jessica Flores of Berlin, Md., competes with the Mason Dixon Deputies, a state chapter of the national Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association, at the Harford County Farm Fair on Saturday. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Members of the Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association compete at Harford County Farm Fair | PHOTOS

By Brian T. Krista

July 27, 2026 at 1:14 p.m.

Mason Dixon Deputies competition, a state chapter of the national Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association, at...

Jaime-lyn Widman, 16, of Forest Hill shows her champion roaster to bidders for the livestock sale at the Harford County Farm Fair on Saturday. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Livestock Sale at Harford County Farm Fair | PHOTOS

By Brian T. Krista

July 25, 2026 at 5:53 p.m.

Livestock sale at the Harford County Farm Fair on Saturday, July 25.

Former Havre de Grace Mayor John P. Correri Jr. died at age 74. (Aegis Staff File)

Former Havre de Grace Mayor John P. Correri Jr. dies at 74

By Shaela Foster

July 24, 2026 at 5:12 p.m.

Mayor William Martin described Mr. Correri's death as "losing a big brother," citing the former...

The 9th annual Arts, Wine and Jazz Festival returns to Havre de Grace on Aug. 8 (Brian Krista/Staff)

Annual Arts, Wine, Jazz and Soul Festival set for Aug. 8 in Havre de Grace

By Aegis

July 24, 2026 at 12:12 p.m.

The Arts, Wine, Jazz & Soul Festival in Havre de Grace supports the historic Colored...

Maryland 24 in Forest Hill is among Harford County roads that have been prioritized for upgrades. (Jeffrey F. Bill/Staff)

As state warns of fiscal cliff, county leaders say roads aren’t funded fairly

By Bryna Zumer

July 23, 2026 at 3:04 p.m.

County Executive Bob Cassilly has joined other Harford leaders in urging the state to devote...

Former town administrator Edward Hopkins earned the most among government officials in fiscal 2025, with a gross pay of over $170,000, with no overtime, data obtained by The Baltimore Sun showed. (Staff File)

Former town administrator was Bel Air’s top-paid official in fiscal 2025

By Shaela Foster

July 23, 2026 at 2:39 p.m.

Hopkins notched the highest pay after earning over $170,000 in fiscal 2025, while employees with...

No discussion, no notice: Harford teacher specialists frustrated over cuts

By Shaela Foster

July 23, 2026 at 6:59 p.m.

The positions supported some of the county's lowest-performing schools. "These designations serve as promises to...

Nina Simon, author of "Mother-Daughter Murder Night" will headline a fundraising event hosted by Harford County Public Library on Aug. 19 at the Abingdon Library. (Ted Holladay, Courtesy)

Harford Public Library to host ‘Spill the Wine’ fundraising event in Abingdon

By Aegis

July 23, 2026 at 12:53 p.m.

Nina Simon, author of "Mother-Daughter Murder Night" will headline a fundraising event hosted by Harford...

July 22, 2026: Arielle Leeds, 13, of Street, shows off her champion production hen as she talks about the qualities a judge looks for while judging them, at the Harford County Farm Fair on Wednesday. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Harford County Farm Fair celebrates 4-H livestock, rural heritage: ‘It’s like a perpetual program for us’

By Luke Kaiser

July 23, 2026 at 1:42 p.m.

Wednesday's events featured tractor pull contests, goat and poultry shows and meetings with livestock raised...

Wednesday at the Harford County Farm Fair | PHOTOS

By Brian T. Krista

July 22, 2026 at 11:39 p.m.

4-H Poultry and Market Goat Shows, Spelling Bee, Tractor Pull and more from the Harford...

Harford’s next master plan to prioritize agriculture, housing, resources

By Matt Hubbard

July 22, 2026 at 5:04 p.m.

Residents are urged to provide input on Harford's next master plan, which will guide policy...

Lee Tayson will become the chair of the Harford Community College Foundation effective July 1, 2026. (Harford Community College/Courtesy)

Harford Community College Foundation appoints new chair, board members

By Aegis

July 22, 2026 at 12:44 p.m.

Harford Community College Foundation names Lee Tayson as chair and welcomes four new board members.

A trio of riders take a turn in the course during Flat Track motorcycle races at the Harford County Farm Fair on Monday. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Flat Track races at Harford County Farm Fair | PHOTOS

By Brian T. Krista

July 22, 2026 at 6:38 a.m.

Riders take part in Flat Track motorcycle races at the Harford County Farm Fair on...

Students of the U.S. Taekwondo Academy in Bel Air won a total of 25 medals at the 2026 USA Taekwondo National Championships in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Heidi Blanchard/Courtesy)

Bel Air U.S. Taekwondo Academy athletes wins 25 medals at national championship

By Aegis

July 21, 2026 at 1:04 p.m.

U.S. Taekwondo Academy students earn 25 medals at the 2026 USA Taekwondo National Championships, showcasing...

Renderings of the Mountain Christian Church's new location in Parkville that will house the church and Epicenter Community Center, replacing a previously vacant VFW Memorial Post. Construction is set to be completed by 2027. (Courtesy/Amber Robinson, Mountain Christian Church)

Mountain Christian Church expands to Parkville, its fifth site

By Luke Kaiser

July 21, 2026 at 11:07 a.m.

The former Colony Theater and VFW post sat vacant for years. By 2027, it will...

Denise Perry, Harford school board member representing District A, resigned leaving her seat vacant until its filled by the Harford County Council. (Kenneth K. Lam/Staff file)

Harford school board member resigns; replacement sought by September

By Shaela Foster

July 21, 2026 at 1:29 p.m.

District A representative Denise Perry is the third Harford school board member to resign from...

Melissa Cherel of Fallston, right, looks on as her 8-year-old daughter Lizzy gets ready for a lap on her bike with assistance from volunteer Nathan Holmes during the iCan Bike Camp on Friday at the Churchville Recreation Center. (Brian Krista/Staff)

iCan Bike Camp helps kids, adults with disabilities conquer bike riding

By Shaela Foster

July 20, 2026 at 5:19 p.m.

Harford County's Disability Office hosted its ninth annual iCan Bike Camp, assisting individuals with disabilities...

Aberdeen Amtrak/MARC train station on August 25, 2021.

Amtrak train traveling 115 mph strikes woman in Aberdeen

By Matt Hubbard

July 20, 2026 at 7:18 p.m.

The train was traveling 115 mph near the Aberdeen Train Station when it struck the...

The sentencing for David Williams, 67, was held at the Circuit Court for Harford County in Bel Air.
(Karl Merton Ferron/Staff)

Abingdon man sentenced in fatal shooting of wife of 25 years

By Sofia Montoya-Deck

July 20, 2026 at 2:23 p.m.

"You are not the most important person in this room," the judge told Williams, who...

Susan Nappi, from the Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton Foundation, and other members have been working to honor and recognize the soldiers who fought and are buried in Harford County. They are the ones who found Cpl. Louis H. Hill’s grave at the Johnson-Hill Cemetery in Havre de Grace. Hill is a member of the U.S. Colored Troops. (Lloyd Fox/Staff)

Maryland’s forgotten cemeteries fall through gaps in state oversight law

By Shaela Foster

July 19, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

A Union soldier's headstone is sinking into the ground near Havre de Grace — and...

Six-year-old Vera Nicodemus of Phoenix pets the head of a cow during her visit on opening day of the Harford County Farm Fair on Saturday. (Brian Krista/Staff)

Harford County Farm Fair opens | PHOTOS

By Brian T. Krista

July 22, 2026 at 6:36 a.m.

The 39th Harford County Farm Fair kicks off Saturday, July 18, and runs through Saturday,...

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