Volunteers are needed to help plant 180 trees at Schucks Road Regional Park on Friday, April 7, in celebration of Arbor Day. Families, civic organizations, school groups, and Scouts are welcome. Everyone will receive a free native tree to take home. Additional Info...

County Executive Bob Cassilly and the Harford Department of Parks and Recreation have announced the release of the Final Draft 2022 Land Preservation, Parks, and Recreation Plan. The public comment period for the draft is open through March 15, 2023. Additional Info...

The Harford County Department of Housing & Community Development will host a free housing fair for potential homebuyers from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 18 at the Harford Community College Student Center, 410 Thomas Run Road in Bel Air. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly, the Harford County Historic Preservation Commission and Department of Planning and Zoning are pleased to call for nominations for the 2023 Harford Historic Preservation Awards. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly issued the following statement on today’s Circuit Court ruling declaring that Harford school system employee Jacob Bennett was never qualified to serve on the Harford County Council: Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly issued the following statement on the County Council’s approval of his three appointments to the Board of Education: Dr. Aaron Poynton, Theresa Kocher, and Lauren Strauss: Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly issued the following statement announcing February 10th as a Day of Remembrance for Harford County Sheriff Deputy First Class Mark Logsdon and Senior Deputy Patrick Dailey: Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly invites residents to watch his 2023 State of the County address at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, February 7. Additional Info...

County Executive Bob Cassilly announced three appointments to the Harford County Board of Ed following a public call for applications in December. Dr. Aaron Poynton, Theresa Kocher & Lauren Strauss have been appointed to serve two-year terms. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly on Wednesday announced legislation that would impose a six-month moratorium on approvals or permits for warehouse developments in Harford County. Additional Info...

The Harford County Parks & Recreation will close Annie’s Playground in Bel Air for approximately four months beginning on or about February 6th for renovations. The closure is timed to allow for work to be completed before the busy summer months. Additional Info...

On Monday, Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly provided an update on the upcoming fiscal year 2024 Harford County budget Additional Info...

The Harford County Commission for Women is calling for nominations of outstanding young women for its 2023 Harford County Leading Women – Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow Awards. Nominees should be Harford County residents in grades 7-12. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly is seeking public input on the County budget for fiscal year 2024. Additional Info...

The Harford County Department of Emergency Services has activated two warming centers as some in the County are without power after today’s winds. The warming centers opened at 6 p.m. Friday and the need for additional days will be assessed after tonight. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly on Thursday provided an update on County Government preparations for winter weather that is expected to bring high winds Friday and frigid temperatures through the weekend. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly on Tuesday invited citizens interested in serving on county boards and commissions to submit their applications online. Additional Info...

Harford Transit LINK has announced that fixed route service will be fare free from Thursday, December 22 through Friday, December 30. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly issued the following statement on the passing of former Harford County Sheriff William Kunkel: Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly on Tuesday invited residents interested in serving on the Harford County Board of Education to apply. The County Executive appoints three members to the Board each for a two-year term that begins in 2023. Additional Info...

The Lyn Stacie Getz Playground in Bel Air reopened last week after undergoing major renovations to upgrade the equipment and make it more accessible. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman joined with other county officials on November 22 to dedicate the first county-owned EMS station. Additional Info...

Harford County has designated the 176-year-old Kurtz Mansion in Jarrettsville for protection as a County Historic Landmark, at the request of its owner. Additional Info...

More than 300 runners, walkers, sponsors, and volunteers participated in the Ninth Annual Harford United Charities Barry Glassman 5K Run/Walk for Recovery on Sunday, October 30 at Harford Community College. Additional Info...

Falling Branch Road north of the intersection with Red Bridge Road in Pylesville has been reopened to all traffic following a culvert replacement. Additional Info...

The stories of 17 selfless volunteers inspired guests at the 36th Annual Harford’s Most Beautiful People Awards ceremony hosted by County Executive Barry Glassman and the Harford County Department of Community Services. Additional Info...

Harford County is celebrating veterans with a series of activities in November. Additional Info...

Harford County is celebrating National First Responders Day, October 28, with a proclamation in honor of those who help others in an emergency. Additional Info...

Harford Transit LINK, the county’s public bus system, has been honored by the Transportation Association of Maryland with a 2022 Outstanding Marketing Program Award, and its supervisor, Jodi Glock, received the state organization’s Unsung Hero Award. Additional Info...

Harford County government ended last year with a nearly $35 million surplus to meet future needs and earned a clean opinion by external auditors on its financial reporting. Additional Info...

The seventh annual Harford Streams Summer Adventure drew 1,242 participants – 1,064 people and 178 dogs – in 2022, raising awareness and support for protecting Harford County’s natural waterways. Additional Info...

The Cherry Hill Road bridge over Deer Creek in Street has been reopened to all traffic following emergency repairs. Additional Info...

Glen Cove Road between Dublin Road and Franklin Church Road in Darlington has reopened to all through traffic following replacement of the bridge over Peddler Run. Additional Info...

Celebrating the employment of citizens with disabilities, Harford County’s Office of Disability Services and Commission on Disabilities honored several individuals and organizations at their annual Employment Recognition Luncheon on October 12. Additional Info...

Harford County has expanded the eligibility for its 20% property tax credit for retired veterans and senior citizens. Additional Info...

Harford County is helping restaurants to continue offering outdoor dining by extending emergency legislation adopted in the pandemic. Additional Info...

Harford has awarded $1 million in its first grant program dedicated to preserving African American history. County Executive Barry Glassman announced the awards on Wednesday at a reception for grantees at the historic Liriodendron Mansion in Bel Air. Additional Info...

Jolly Acres Road between Green Road and Dry Branch Road in White Hall will be closing on or about Monday, October 17 for approximately four months while the bridge deck over Deer Creek is rehabilitated. Additional Info...

Harford County is celebrating adult drug court graduates and inspiring others with a Graduation Tree unveiled in circuit court on September 12 in Bel Air. Additional Info...

Harford County is seeking additional feedback from the public on plans for a bicycle and pedestrian connection between Harford Community College and the Town of Bel Air. Additional Info...

Animal science students at North Harford High School have a new livestock trailer to help them exhibit and care for farm animals, thanks to a donation from county government. Additional Info...

The bridge, near the intersection of Cherry Hill Road and Route 24 (Rocks Road), is adjacent to the 4-H camp. It is a Harford County Historic Landmark, and the repairs have been approved by the Harford County Historic Preservation Commission. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman has named Meaghan Alegi acting director of the county’s law department, following the departure of Melissa Lambert for a position with the sheriff’s office as director of legal affairs. Additional Info...

Two sections of Harford County roads will be closed during the day in the upcoming weeks as they are resurfaced. Additional Info...

Falling Branch Road north of the intersection with Red Bridge Road in Pylesville will close beginning on or about Monday, September 19 for approximately four weeks while a culvert is replaced. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman will lead county employees in a moment of silence and lay a wreath to commemorate the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. Additional Info...

Harford County government has been nationally recognized for excellence in financial reporting for the 37th consecutive year. Additional Info...

The Harford County Department of Parks and Recreation will close the Lyn Stacie Getz playground in Bel Air for approximately three months beginning on or about Monday, September 12 while it undergoes renovations. Additional Info...

Harford County will remember those lost to addiction by lowering flags on the last day of August and will celebrate recovery with events planned in September. Additional Info...

Stafford Road at Craigs Corner Road in Darlington will close beginning on or about Tuesday, September 6 for approximately nine months while the bridge over Deer Creek is rehabilitated. Additional Info...

Halloween is a fun time for kids to dress up in costumes and go trick-or-treating with friends and family, but this can be a challenge for some children who use a wheelchair. Additional Info...

The Harford County Commission on Disabilities is seeking nominations for awards in recognition of Disability Employment Awareness Month in October. Additional Info...

Harford County’s Tollgate Yard Trim Drop-Off Facility in Bel Air will be closed from Thursday, July 28 through Saturday, July 30 to minimize traffic around the Harford County Farm Fair. Additional Info...

To help Harford County residents clean up debris from Tuesday’s storm, tree material will be accepted at the following locations from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. beginning today (Friday) through Wednesday, July 20, 2022. Additional Info...

According to the Centers for Disease Control, suicide is the second leading cause of death nationwide for youth ages 10 – 14. In response, Harford County partners are raising awareness and training community members to intervene. Additional Info...

Harford County has teed up free activities in July to celebrate national Park & Recreation Month. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman has named Stephanie Whalon acting director of procurement, following the departure of Karen Myers for a position with state government. Additional Info...

The Harford County Historic Preservation Commission voted in June to adopt additional standards to the Harford County Historic Preservation Design Guidelines approved in 2021. Additional Info...

Harford County citizens of all ages have a new way to learn fire safety with a high-tech “house” available to visit local schools, businesses, and community centers. Additional Info...

Buying a home for the first time can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Find out what you need to know at any of the free monthly workshops offered by the Harford County Office of Community and Economic Development. Additional Info...

Harford County will accept applications in July for its new African American Heritage Grant Program. Grants will fund projects that contribute to the research, preservation, and interpretation of local African American history. Additional Info...

Harford County Department of Public Works has assessed the bridge and deemed it safe for vehicular traffic. Damage from the tree to aesthetic components were localized to the north entrance, which is being scheduled for design and repair. Additional Info...

The Harford County Department of Public Works has closed Cherry Hill Road bridge over Deer Creek in Street until further notice. Additional Info...

With support from Harford County government, more low-income families will get help paying for groceries this summer through a state anti-hunger program. Additional Info...

County Executive Barry Glassman sent the attached letter dated June 2 to the Bel Air town commissioners, urging them to allow the new Homestead-Wakefield Elementary School to move forward. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman has directed COVID-relief funding to provide $2,000 retention bonuses for public school system employees who maintain and repair school facilities. Additional Info...

County Executive Barry Glassman today signed Harford’s budget for FY 23, his last budget due to term limits, and issued the following statement. Additional Info...

This summer, explore the natural beauty of Harford County streams, take selfies at your favorite locations, and win prizes in Harford Streams Summer Adventure. Additional Info...

The Harford County Department of Planning & Zoning, under the administration of County Executive Barry Glassman, will hold a meeting for citizens to drop in anytime from 5 – 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Additional Info...

Glen Cove Road between Dublin Road and Franklin Church Road in Darlington will close beginning on or about Wednesday, June 1 for approximately five months while the bridge over Peddler Run is replaced. Additional Info...

Harford County residents can dispose of used tires by dropping them off for recycling on Friday, June 10, 2022. Up to 10 passenger or light truck tires, on or off the rim, will be accepted from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Harford Waste Disposal Center. Additional Info...

Do you know an unsung hero? Each year the Harford County Department of Community Services searches for local citizens who selflessly assist others and honors their volunteer service with Harford’s Most Beautiful People Awards. Additional Info...

Harford County government has earned national recognition for four innovative and effective programs. Additional Info...

The River Road bridge over Peddler Run in Darlington will reopen at 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 12 following repairs to the corrugated metal bridge deck and bridge railing. The bridge is near the intersection of River Road and Glen Cove Road. Additional Info...

Harford County is seeking volunteers to serve on a new police accountability board and related administrative charging committee. Additional Info...

County Executive Barry Glassman today vetoed Bill 22-003 - Perryman Peninsula Moratorium because it is illegal. Additional Info...

In recognition of May as National Historic Preservation Month, Harford County is inviting residents to celebrate its historic places. Additional Info...

County officials on Saturday cut the ribbon on a 1.2-mile segment through downtown Bel Air between the Williams Street trailhead and a new parking lot at North Avenue. Additional Info...

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman today proposed the largest property tax cut in county history as part of his recommended budget for fiscal year 2023. Additional Info...

There were smiles all around as over 800 attendees gathered for the third biennial Harford County Youth & Family Resource Festival on April 9 in the APGFCU Arena in Bel Air. Additional Info...

Swan Harbor Farm in Havre de Grace is hosting open houses once a month this upcoming wedding season to give future brides a chance to envision their big day. Additional Info...

Citizens rely on public vehicles like ambulances, school buses, police cars, and even snowplows. To keep them in good repair, Harford County government built a new fleet maintenance facility to be shared with Harford County Public Schools. Additional Info...

The Grove at Harford, the county’s agribusiness incubator in Street, will reopen for the year on Saturday, April 2 at 10 a.m. Citizens will have the chance to shop local from vendors featuring a range of locally-sourced products. Additional Info...

Harford County will celebrate Arbor Day this year by planting 230 trees at the Harford County Waste Disposal Center in Street. Volunteers are needed to help with the plantings on Friday, April 15 beginning at 9:30 a.m. Additional Info...