In this Issue of Harford Local Connect

🌤️ Harford County, MD Weather

🚑 Preliminary Investigation Reveals Unsafe Lane Change Led to Harford County Crash

🫙 Happy National Mason Jar Day!

🏪 Support Local Businesses

📅 Local Events & Happenings

🎄 Christmas is in the Air This Weekend!

🏀🤼  Harford County High School Sports Schedule

Preliminary Investigation Reveals Unsafe Lane Change Led to Harford County Crash

A preliminary investigation conducted by Maryland State Police has determined that the driver of a white 2016 Volkswagen Jetta was responsible for the multi-vehicle crash that occurred on Interstate 95 in Harford County on Thanksgiving Day. According to a state police spokesperson, the driver made an unsafe lane change which led to the collision involving 10 vehicles, including a tractor-trailer with a car carrier.

The driver, is now facing multiple traffic citations which include negligent driving of a vehicle and displaying expired registration tags, according to court records. Although investigators have ruled out impairment as a factor, they have determined that speeding played a role in the crash.

The Harford County Volunteer Fire and EMS Association reported that at least 20 people were examined for injuries at the scene, with two individuals being transported to nearby hospitals in stable condition. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported as a result of the crash, as confirmed by state police.

The Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company, Abingdon Fire Company, and Harford County Department of Emergency Services' emergency medical services team promptly responded to the scene to provide assistance and support, according to a spokesperson for the association.

The crash resulted in the temporary closure of three northbound left lanes of the highway for approximately three hours, causing significant traffic delays on the busy travel holiday. Thankfully, the lanes were reopened to traffic by 4:30 p.m.

Happy National Mason Jar Day!

Mason jars have been popular for decades. They were originally invented with a patented screw top that allowed people to safely can and pickle fruits and vegetables grown in the garden. Today, we also use them for drinking glasses, vases, and even candle holders!

4 Clever Things You Can Do With Mason Jars

1. Make a cupcake in a jar​

   Many people bake cakes and stack them inside a mason jar with icing and sprinkles — similar to a layered parfait.​

2. Hang your spice rack

   Fill small mason jars with your favorite spices, seal them tight, and then hang them sideways on a magnetic board in your kitchen for cute and handy storage.

3. ​Make a soap dispenser

   Carefully cut a hole in the lid of a mason jar, fill it with soap, and insert your favorite soap dispenser top.

4. ​Shake up your drink

   Instead of using a typical martini shaker, try cooling down your next drink by shaking it in a mason jar.​

Support Local Harford County Businesses

November 30 Holiday Tree Jubilee Preview Party  Havre de Grace

November 30 Craft and Create: Finnish Paper Stars Abingdon

November 30 Craft and Create: Mosaic Ornament  Fallston

December 1 Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute Bel Air

December 1 December Scavenger Hunt  Fallston

December 1 Homeschool Showcase Bel Air

December 1 Holly Jolly Parade  Havre de Grace

December 1 1st Fridays Progressive Jackpot Bingo  Street

December 1 - 2 Holiday Tree Jubilee  Havre de Grace

December 1 - 3 The Nutcracker Bel Air

December 2 Christmas Street Craft Fair - Aberdeen FD Aberdeen

December 2 Christmas Bazaar Bel Air

December 2 Homebrew Concert Series: GNR & Led Zeppelin Tribute Havre de Grace

December 2  Christmas Festival and Tree Lighting Bel Air

December 2 Holiday Movie Marathon Joppa

December 2 Ponies & Pictures with Santa Fallston

December 2 Christmas Craft & Vendor Show Forest Hill

December 2 Christmas Open House  Street

December 2 Bethel Christian Center Annual Christmas Bazaar Havre de Grace

December 2 Spaghetti Dinner Aberdeen

December 2 Photos with Santa Joppa

December 2 Photos with Santa Jarrettsville

December 3 Annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Bel Air

December 3 GrinchFest Bel Air

December 3 Family Gingerbread House Building Street

December 3 Breakfast with St Nick Edgewood

December 3 Holiday Tress Acrylic Painting Workshop Bel Air

December 5 Campus & Community African Diaspora Luncheon Bel Air

December 8  Holiday Cabaret Havre de Grace

December 8 Christmas Celebration on Ice Bel Air

December 8 - 17 Elf The Musical Havre de Grace

Ongoing Seasonal Events:

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

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

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Harford County Sports Schedule - November 30, 2023