The idea of serving an “authentic slave meal” at an event Saturday to celebrate the life and accomplishments of Booker T. Washington has angered some people. St. John’s Episcopal Church in Havre de Grace is hosting the event to honor Washington, an educator, author, orator and presidential adviser...
One of a series of weekly commentaries from Harford County state legislators regarding the 2019 Maryland General Assembly session. The push to increase the minimum wage in Maryland to $15 an hour raises issues that are more complex than suggested by the advocates’ simple plea that everyone is entitled...
Whether you’re a recent transplant or you’ve lived here for decades, consider this list your go-to resource for local living. In this year’s readers’ poll, more than 15,000 voters cast their vote for the county’s best of the best – people and organizations that locals trust and admire. Here are...
Mark Twain once said, “No man’s life, liberty, or property are safe while the legislature is in session.” His comment is a bit brutal, but often the good intentions of the legislature result in unintentional harm. This year will be the fourth year that the Maryland General Assembly hears House...
Unless you work for the government, you might have forgotten Monday is Presidents’ Day. The holiday originally celebrated George Washington’s birthday on Feb. 22. But today it is an opportunity to honor the contributions of all our presidents and their impact on our lives. For the 18 million Americans...
One of a series of weekly commentaries from Harford County state legislators regarding the 2019 Maryland General Assembly session. Throughout my tenure here in Annapolis, I have consistently sought out real solutions to issues that real people face. Practical solutions to issues that you, my community,...
One of a series of weekly commentaries from Harford County state legislators regarding the 2019 Maryland General Assembly session. With the recent inauguration of Gov. Larry Hogan for a second term, our hope and trust is that Maryland will continue to serve as a beacon of smart and effective government....
Editor, Millions of American citizens have been directly and indirectly impacted by the federal government’s lack of direction and selective enforcement of our immigration laws. There is one message both elected Democrats and Republicans have agreed upon and been consistent with and that is improved...
An announcement from Exelon Generation: Exelon Generation will conduct its semi-annual, full-volume test of the emergency warning sirens surrounding Peach Bottom Atomic Power Station on Wednesday, Dec. 5, at approximately 1 p.m. This is one of two tests performed each year. The Peach Bottom emergency...
A new sculptural bike rack was unveiled recently on Main Street in downtown Bel Air. “Public art is one of those things that really adds to the quality of life for our residents,” Angela Robertson, grants and economic development coordinator for the town, said. “It makes our community unique.” ...
Harford Community College held a successful Future Summit planning event last Friday, according to college officials, as participants discussed what HCC might be like in the coming decades. The signature event of the college’s strategic planning efforts, the Future Summit was attended by approximately...
The Havre de Grace Youth Commission, created by law in June, is getting up and running after its first four members were appointed at the Nov. 5 City Council meeting. “The purpose of the Havre de Grace youth Commission is to foster civic duty, volunteerism and the importance of public service to...
Phil Hosmer admits he’s getting a bit anxious about the planned Ma & Pa Trail connection from Bel Air to Forest Hill. “Do you realize it was 2016 when the county got the final easement?” Hosmer asked Saturday afternoon, as he walked near the former home of Harford Sanitation in Bel Air, which was...