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May 10, 2018

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Harford agriculture community protests proposal to curtail ag preservation funding

Thursday, May 10

Members of Harford County agricultural community turned out in force to protest Councilman Mike Perrone's proposal to shift tax revenue away from Harford's long-running ag preservation program.

Harford behavioral health crisis center expected to open this summer

The first phase of a new Harford County Behavioral Health Crisis Center, a combined facility to treat mental health and opioid addiction issues, is expected to open this summer, a top Upper Chesapeake Health official said.

Asbestos warning posted, as floor tiles are replaced in Aberdeen post office

Aberdeen's downtown post office is having floor tiles replaced, prompting an asbestos warning; however, the facility is open and there is no danger to patrons or employees, a USPS spokesperson said.

Kevin Kamenetz's death will dramatically shake up Maryland governor's race

Before he suddenly died early Thursday, Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz was a leading contender in the crowded Democratic primary race for governor. His absence will shake up the race.

More than 300 Patterson Mill Middle students participate in school's Ghost Day

Patterson Mill Middle School held its third annual Ghost Day on Friday, May 4, as more than 300 students participated in the event, sponsored by Students Against Destructive Decisions, to help bring awareness about the consequences of destructive decisions. 

Aberdeen man pleads guilty to sexual assaults of women he met on backpage.com

An Aberdeen man charged with sexually assaulting in less than 24 hours two women he met on backpage.com last fall pleaded guilty Wednesday in both cases, the State’s Attorney’s Office said.

Man assaulted in his vehicle near Dublin Elementary

Deputies are investigating an attempted carjacking Thursday afternoon in the area of Dublin Elementary School, the Harford County Sheriff’s Office reported.

Bats erase Tillman's early deficit as Orioles top Royals, 11-6, to take series

The Orioles trailed 4-0 and 6-3 behind an ineffective Chris Tillman before storming back against the Kansas City Royals to win their second straight game, 11-6.