Community Can Weigh In On Proposed Harford County Budget In January

The community can provide input about Harford County's proposed FY2025 budget this month. A state of the county address will be Jan. 9.

Biden Pardons Thousands Of Marijuana Users: What It Means In MD

Recreational use of marijuana became legal in MD in July 2023. President Biden pardoned Americans who used marijuana on federal lands.

Bel Air Town Commissioners 2023 Election Results: Incumbent Ousted

Three new Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners were elected Tuesday. The unofficial results will be canvassed Nov. 9

Bel Air Elections 2023: 3 Board Of Commissioner Seats On Ballot

Bel Air residents will vote Nov. 7 to elect officials to three seats on Bel Air's Board of Commissioners.

Meet Erin Hughes, Candidate For Bel Air Board Of Commissioners

Meet Erin Hughes, candidate for Bel Air Board of Commissioners. Four candidates are running for three seats on the board.

3.2 Percent Hike In Social Security Benefits Set For 115K MD Residents

Annual cost-of-living adjustments for Social Security and SSI residents will come to thousands of Maryland residents.

Harford County Officials Release FY23 Financial Summary

Harford county officials have released FY2023 financial details that reveal a general fund balance of $6.6 million.

Meet Jake Taylor, Candidate For Bel Air Board Of Commissioners

Meet Jake Taylor, candidate for Bel Air Board of Commissioners. Four candidates are running for three seats on the board.

Meet Steve Chizmar, Candidate For Bel Air Board Of Commissioners

Meet Steve Chizmar, candidate for Bel Air Board of Commissioners. Four candidates are running for three seats on the board.

Meet Jim Rutledge, Candidate For Bel Air Board Of Commissioners

Meet Jim Rutledge, candidate for Bel Air Board of Commissioners. Four candidates are running for three seats on the board.

County Council President Rejects Executive's Request To Remove Member

The Harford County Council president has rejected a request from the county executive to remove a councilman.

4 Candidates Run For 3 Seats On Bel Air's Board of Commissioners

Bel Air residents will be voting Nov. 7 to elect officials to three seats on Bel Air's Board of Commissioners.

County Exec Cassilly Tries To Oust Sheriff's Deputy From Council Seat

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly has asked the County Council president to remove Sheriff's Deputy Penman from his Council seat.

Harford Co. State's Attorney Goes After County Executive Over Emails

Alison Healey, State's Attorney, is asking a judge to require the county executive to provide access to emails of a key employee.

New Public Safety Complex Proposed By County Executive Cassilly

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly has proposed constructing a new comprehensive public safety complex.

Community Asked To Provide Input About Area South Of I-95 At Meeting

The community is asked for input about plans to enhance the quality of life and economic opportunities in areas south of the I-95 corridor.

MD Pays Millions To Man Wrongfully Convicted Of Memorial Day Murders

John Norman Huffington will receive millions from the state after he was wrongfully convicted of two murders and sat on death row.

Harford Disparity Study On County Government Contracts Released

Harford County has released the results from a study of possible disparities in county government contract awards, and outlining changes.

4th Of July 2023 Fireworks Laws: What’s Legal In MD

Before July 4 arrives, know fireworks laws in Maryland. And here are the dates of some of the shows planned around the Baltimore-DC area.

FY24 Budget Signed By Harford County Executive, Won't Raise Taxes

Harford County's fiscal year 2024 budget has been signed by County Executive Cassilly after the County Council approved it.

Harford Executive Cassilly Signs Fiscally Conservative FY24 Budget

The budget for fiscal year 2024 keeps spending flat while meeting the county’s needs without raising taxes.

$750K Earmarked For Harford County's Environmental Health Division

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly has earmarked $750K for staffing and new technology to help the environmental health division.

Here's Your Next Chance To Weigh In On Bel Air's $23.4M Proposed Budget

The community can weigh in on Harford County's $23.4M proposed budget Wednesday night and again in May.

Volunteers Needed To Serve On Harford County Boards, Commissions

Volunteers are encouraged to apply to serve on any of Harford County's boards and commissions.

Court Rules Teacher Jacob Bennett Cannot Serve On County Council

A Harford County Circuit Court has ruled that a public school teacher cannot serve on the County Council.

State Of The County Address Given Live Tuesday, Rebroadcast Wednesday

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly will give his 2023 State of the County address live Tuesday. It will be rebroadcast Wednesday.

Residents Asked To Weigh In On County's Proposed Budget At 2 Meetings

Residents are encouraged to attend a townhall meeting to provide input about Harford County's proposed FY2024 budget.

MD Rep. Andy Harris Named Chair Of Key Appropriations Subcommittee

Rep. Andy Harris, ​who represents Maryland’s 1st Congressional District including Harford Co., has been named chair of a key subcommittee.

Former Harford Delegate Pleads Guilty To Misconduct For Misusing State Money

State Prosecutor Charlton T. Howard III charged Del. Richard K. Impallaria of Harford County with three counts of misconduct in office.

County Executive Cassilly Invites Public Input on Harford FY24 Budget

Harford residents are invited to provide in-person comments at two public hearings.

Business In Harford County Opportunity Zone Receives $100K Grant

A business within Harford County's opportunity zone has received a $100,000 grant. More than $1M in grant awards have been distributed.

Mueller Wins Re-Election: Harford County School Board Results Pending

Here's who has pulled ahead in the race for a seat on the Harford County Board of Education.

Cassilly Claims Win In Harford Executive Race; Council Undecided

Polls have closed in Harford County. Here are the latest results in the County Executive and County Council races.

Harford County Executive, Council Election: Cassilly Vs. Miller

The general election on Nov. 8 features several races including for Harford County executive and the County Council.

Voter Guide 2022: Candidates For Harford County School Board

The general election on Nov. 8 features several races including seats on the Harford County Board of Education.

Acting Health Officer Appointed To Permanent Position In Harford Co.

The acting health officer for Harford County has been named the permanent health officer.

2022 Candidate Profile: Carol L. Mueller Runs For Harford School Board

Get to know Carol L. Mueller, candidate for Harford County Board of Education District C, in this Patch candidate profile.

2022 Candidate Profile: James Reilly Runs For Harford County Council

Get to know James Reilly, candidate for Harford County Council District D, in this Patch candidate profile.

2022 Candidate Profile: Blane Miller III​ Runs For Harford Executive

Get to know Blane H. Miller III​, candidate for Harford County executive, in this Patch candidate profile.

Jeffrey R. Gahler Uncontested For Harford County Sheriff Re-Election

Get to know Jeffrey R. Gahler, Harford County sheriff, in this Patch candidate profile. He has no opponent in his re-election bid.