In this Issue of Harford Local Connect

🌤️ Harford County, MD Weather

🏗️ Uncertainty Surrounds Future of Empty Space Next to Harford Mall

🔬Cutting-Edge STEM Center Launched by Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation

🏛️ Local Government: Upcoming Meetings

📅 Local Events & Happenings

⭐ Local Business Spotlight

⚽ Havre de Grace High School's Girls Soccer Team Wins First-Ever State Championship

⚽Harford Tech Shocks Allegany with Upset Victory in State Final

Uncertainty Surrounds Future of Empty Space Next to Harford Mall

The new Shops at Harford complex in Bel Air, which was initially intended to house a grocery store, remains vacant. Rumors of an Amazon Fresh market moving in have been debunked, and speculation about a Trader Joe's store has been dismissed.

The lack of communication from the developer has left residents and business owners in the area uncertain about the future of the space. Meanwhile, the indoor Harford Mall is also facing challenges in filling its retail spaces and there are concerns that it may be converted into residential units.

The situation has raised doubts about the viability of the outdoor Shops at Harford complex.

Cutting-Edge STEM Center Launched by Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation

The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation has recently opened a new STEM Center at Aberdeen Middle School, aimed at providing students with resources to excel in science, technology, engineering, and math. This center is the 388th of its kind in the United States, spread across more than 20 states.

The STEM Center at Aberdeen Middle School offers students a unique opportunity to explore their potential and envision their future in these fields. Teacher Johnathan Smith emphasizes that it is no longer just a classroom, but a space where students can apply their knowledge to real-world activities. The center is equipped with state-of-the-art learning tools such as drones and 3D printers.

Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation president and CEO, Steve Salem, believes that STEM education is crucial for the future and encourages students to embrace it. He mentions that STEM is the way forward, and students should be proactive in joining the movement.

The opening of the STEM Center at Aberdeen Middle School by the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation is a significant step in promoting STEM education. It offers students the resources and tools necessary to excel in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math.

Upcoming Meetings:

November 20 - Bel Air Town Board Meeting Meeting Details

November 20 - Havre de Grace City Council Meeting Agenda

November 20 - Public Hearings - Ordinance Nos. 1127, 1128 & 1129 Agenda

November 21 - Harford County Council Legislative Session Agenda

November 21 - Havre de Grace Public Meeting - Lilly Run Stream Restoration Project Agenda

November 20 Wake Up and Walk White Hall

November 20 Sew Much Fun Aberdeen

November 20 Sit and Stitch: 1000 hearts Havre de Grace

November 20 Bel Air Nonfiction Book Discussion Bel Air

November 21 Family & Friends Story Time Joppa

November 21 HCAA Mobile Food Pantry Havre de Grace

November 21 Teen Crafternoon - Invisible Ink Aberdeen

November 23 Gorillaz Annual Turkey Trot Forest Hill

November 23 2023 Annual Turkey Shoot Street

November 23 Thanksgiving Day Dinner Darlington

November 24 Plaid Friday Havre de Grace

November 25 Gobbler 5K & 10K Bel Air

November 25 Toys for Tots Toy Drive Abingdon

November 25 Conowingo Dam Bird Walk Darlington

November 25 Highland Holiday Tractor Parade Street

November 25 The Wizards of Winter Havre de Grace

November 25 Painting w/Friends Sea Glass - Fallston VFC Fallston

November 25 Holiday Heart Tree Bel Air

November 26 Ice World Winter Skating Exhibition 2023 Abingdon

November 26 Children’s Christmas B-I-N-G-O Aberdeen

Ongoing Seasonal Events:

Wednesday - Sunday Through January 7 Gifts of the Season Art Show Bel Air

Fridays & Saturdays Through December 16 Spirits of Christmas Past: Candlelight Christmas Tour Bel Air

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Havre de Grace High School's Girls Soccer Team Wins First-Ever State Championship

Havre de Grace High School's girls soccer team has won the Class 1A state championship, securing the program's first-ever title.

The team's coaches, Lea Cataggio and Tara Phillips, had a mission to get the girls in shape and boost their self-confidence after a disappointing 2022 season. The team's victory in the state final against Perryville validated their efforts to build a new-look team.

The game was a battle of attrition, with both sides fighting for any advantage. The winning goal came midway through the second half when Kendall Zimmerman passed the ball to Sophie Molyneux, who tapped it past the goalkeeper to break the scoreless tie.

The victory is a historic moment for Havre de Grace High School.

Harford Tech Shocks Allegany with Upset Victory in State Final

In an unexpected turn of events, the Harford Tech Cobras defeated the favored Allegany Campers to claim their first-ever state championship in boys' soccer. The Campers had an impeccable record, having scored a school-record 112 goals and conceding only 10 throughout the season. In contrast, the Cobras had amassed 59 goals this year. However, Harford Tech managed to slay the statistical leviathan with a 2-0 victory.

Harford Tech's win is a testament to their perseverance and teamwork, as they faced numerous challenges throughout the season. Two senior starters suffered season-ending injuries before the first game, forcing coach Mike Dempsey to make adjustments to the lineup. However, the team displayed exceptional resilience, with players stepping up to fill the gaps.

The Cobras' defense played a crucial role in the victory, shutting out Allegany and denying them any goals, despite the Campers being awarded eight corner kicks. It was the only shutout Allegany experienced all season.

Coach Dempsey expressed his pride in the team's accomplishments, stating that they will always be remembered as the first group of players to bring a state championship trophy to the school.