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🌱 Patch AM: Suspect Sought In Two Shoplifting Incidents In Bel Air
You won't want to miss Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! on the Bel Air Patch calendar

Good morning to you Bel Air! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Sheriff seeks tips on Bel Air shoplifting suspect driving white pickup
- Harford County neighbors rally to fund funeral after deadly crash
- Planning a Bel Air business? Learn permit rules at this free workshop
Also on today's calendar: Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Partly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 80 and low of 63 degrees.
- Sunday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, temps: high: 79, low: 59.
- Monday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 60 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Suspect Sought In Two Shoplifting Incidents In Bel Air (patch.com) — Bel Air residents are being asked to help Harford County Sheriff's Office identify a suspect linked to two August 2026 shoplifting incidents in town. Investigators say the person may drive a white Ford pickup truck and have released a photo, urging anyone with information to call the Northern Precinct tip line.
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2. GoFundMe To Help With Funeral Costs Of Victim In Suspected Drunk Driving Crash (patch.com) — A Harford County man was killed in a suspected drunk driving crash early Sunday at Routes 152 and 147, a case handled by troopers from the Maryland State Police Bel Air Barrack. Friends have launched a GoFundMe to help his family cover funeral expenses, since they reportedly lack life insurance, and neighbors are being invited to contribute if they're able.
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3. Harford County to host free workshop on Health Department requirements for businesses Sept. 22 (belairnewsandviews.com) — Harford County is inviting local entrepreneurs and contractors, including those in Bel Air, to a free September 22 workshop in Aberdeen on permits, inspections and Health Department rules. If you're planning a restaurant, food truck, or home contracting work, you'll hear directly from Health Department experts and can ask questions to avoid costly delays when opening or expanding.
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4. Fr. Gregory Gilbert appointed Dean of the Archdiocesan Cathedral (orthodoxobserver.org) — A priest who once led a local Orthodox community in Bel Air has been appointed dean of the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New York City. The announcement highlights his previous service in Maryland and other states, along with his extensive theological education and leadership experience within the Greek Orthodox Church.
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📸 Around Bel Air
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bel Air
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★ Featured events ★
- Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! →
Grace Lutheran of Lutherville, 8601 Valleyfield Rd, Timonium, MD, 21093,
9:30 am - Alumni & Friends Social →
Fairview A.M.E. Church, 2328 High Point Rd,
7:00 pm
Saturday September 5
Saturday September 19
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Other local events
- Royal Oak Ramble →
Bel Air MD - Bend & Brew Yoga at the brewery →
Independent Brewing Company, 418 North Main Street, Bel Air - Guided Tour of the Historic Tudor Hall →
Tudor Hall, 17 Tudor Ln, Bel Air
1:00 pm - Special Talk - Confronting Bad History - Did John Wilkes Booth Escape Justice? →
Tudor Hall, 17 Tudor Ln, Bel Air
2:00 pm - Harford Community College Board of Trustees Meeting →
Harford Community College, Chesapeake Welcome Center, Room 197 or online
6:00 pm - Fall Prevention Class →
Bel Air Library (100 E Pennsylvania Ave), Bel Air
2:00 pm - Flow Together: A Partnered Stretch Workshop →
Wishing Star Farm & Wellness, 11323 Glen Arm Rd, Glen Arm
6:45 pm - Fall Family Fun Night →
Churchville Presbyterian Church, 2844 Churchville Rd, Churchville
5:30 pm - The Producers/The Mel Brooks Musical →
Harford Community College, Chesapeake Welcome Center, Chesapeake Theater
7:30 pm - First Time Downsizer Workshop →
800 S Main St, Bel Air
1:00 pm
Sunday September 6
Tuesday September 8
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
Saturday September 12
📣 Bel Air Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Forest Hill's Jeff Judge in Stanford Center on Longevity: The parent conversation families keep avoiding —Jeff Judge Read on Patch
- Forest Hill's Jeff Judge in CNBC: Medicare will not cover the long-term care you're picturing —Jeff Judge Read on Patch
- Harford Community College Board of Trustees to Meet on September 8 —Susan Fletcher Read on Patch
- Save the Date: Screech's Night Owl 5K Glow Run and Fun Walk at Harford Community College is October 16 —Susan Fletcher Read on Patch
- Harford County to Hold 9/11 Memorial Event on 25th Anniversary of Terrorist Attacks —Alexandra Walker Read on Patch
- THANK YOU EVERYONE...
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- ShopRite Supermarkets posted a job opening for ShopRite - Produce Clerk (Kleins MD) Salary Range $15.00 - $21.60/hr in Bel Air. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bel Air here.
Ok Bel Air! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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