Community

AMC Harford garden tour to benefit cancer research

Nine gardens in Harford County from Pylesville, Bel Air, Abingdon and Churchville, ranging in size from 5 acres to a third of an acre of...

Checkmate Cancer in HdG on Saturday

Harford County residents are being asked to support two worthy fundraisers to benefit two families of sick children.

HdG lost out on Preakness when The Graw closed [Havre de Grace]

It's Armed Forces weekend, dear readers,

Still time to sign up for Cody Richardson Relentless Run [Perryville]

This year's Spring Fling was a "wet" event but it still was lots of fun. Congratulations to the Chamber of Commerce and all those who...

Stories people tell about the old B&O station [Aberdeen]

Last week we asked our readers to tell us some of their stories and memories of the old B&O railroad station on West Bel Air Avenue in...

Births and Weddings

Sarah Claypool to wed Steve Thacker

Jim and Karen Claypool of Abingdon announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Claypool, to Steve Thacker, the son of Sam and Janet...

Sarah Heimberger to Wed Billy Lamana

Michael and Sharon Heimberger, of Perryville announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Renee, to John William "Billy" Lamana, son...

Winnie promoted to Seaman Apprentice

WINNIE: Navy Seaman Apprentice Paul M. Winnie, son of Pamela A. and David B. Winnie of Joppa, was recently promoted to his rank...

Cassandra McKenny graduates from Army basic training

Cassandra McKenny graduated from Army basic training at Ft. Sill, Okla., on May 3. She is a 2012 graduate of Fallston High School. McKenny...

Military service

VAUGHN: Army Reserve Pvt. Kyle L. Vaughn has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.

More Community News

Condolences, quick recovery wishes sent to Port-ites [Port Deposit]

Much sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Jeannette Hillyer, Jackson Park Road, as she passed away on May 1. Happy birthday...

Bel Air honors Harford Day students

The members of the Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners honored two Harford Day School students Monday for their dedication to the arts,...

Officials meet to address Harford's aging population

On April 16, leaders from county and state agencies, the court system and elected officials met for a briefing regarding the increasing...

Bigger Humane Society building, dog park moving forward

The Humane Society of Harford County is moving forward with plans for an expanded, 16,000-square-foot home on Connolly Road in Fallston.

1813 invasion of Havre de Grace re-created for weekend visitors

People fled in panic when British troops invaded Havre de Grace 200 years ago, as rockets rained down on the city and soldiers and Marines...

Havre de Grace set for War of 1812 Commemoration Weekend

Costumes are prepared, logistics are finalized, attendees are reconfirmed – just some of the many preparations Havre de Grace...

Back Story: Defending Havre de Grace from British attack

On this morning 200 years ago, a plucky Irish immigrant, John O'Neill, matched wits with British Adm. Sir George Cockburn, a veteran sea dog...

Bracing for an invasion of tourists in Havre de Grace [Community]

Uh, oh, dear readers, the British are coming!

Plenty going on at the Senior Center [Aberdeen]

May is here, and there are special events happening in Aberdeen.

For a night, a baby fox finds comfort from firefighters

If you've ever heard a baby fox screaming for its mother on a dark spring night — foxes can sound eerily human — you'll know why...

War of 1812 demonstration enacted at Heritage event [Port Deposit]

The former Carriage House to the Tome Mansion was the scene of fascinating story-telling and scrumptious refreshments April 25 as the Port...

Richardson charity Relentless Run coming June 1 [Perryville]

Good bye April showers, hello May flowers.

'Avoid stress and frustration' in dealing with dementia patients, doctor tells Harford residents

Caring for people with Alzheimer's and dementia is no easy task, but neurologist Anne Lipton believes there are plenty of ways to make...

Whiteford celebrates volunteers

When a person's oxygen supply is cut off, rescuers have only a few minutes to bring the person back before irreversible damage is done.

Water Witch Fire Company honors volunteers at annual banquet [Port Deposit]

The men and women of Water Witch Fire Company gathered for their annual awards banquet on April 20 at the VFW Post 8185, Port Deposit. The...