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Joppatowne High School shooting | PHOTOS

Lloyd Fox, Barbara Haddock Taylor — Fri, 06 Sep 2024 20:07:35 +0000

Betelehem Kebede, left, comforts her son, Dagim Mengestu, along with Yoseph Mekonnen, Dagim’s father, after Mengestu and other students were evacuated from Joppatowne High School after a shooting. (Lloyd Fox/Staff photo)

Harford County emergency officials respond to a shooting at Joppatowne High School. (Lloyd Fox/Staff)

Harford County emergency officials outside Harborside Village apartments. A 15-year-old Joppatowne High School student died after being shot in the chest Friday during a dispute in a school bathroom. (Lloyd Fox/Staff)

Law enforcement responds to reports of a suspected shooting at Joppatowne High School Friday. (Lloyd Fox/Staff)

Families wait outside of the Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church to be reunited with their children after students were evacuated from Joppatowne High School after a shooting at the school. (Lloyd Fox/Staff photo)

Harford County Sheriff Jeff Gahler talks about the school shooting at Joppatowne High School. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Reunited families leave the Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church after students were evacuated from Joppatowne High School. (Lloyd Fox/Staff photo)

Betelehem Kebede, left, comforts her son, Dagim Mengestu, along with Yoseph Mekonnen, Dagim’s father after students were evacuated from Joppatowne High School after a shooting at the school. (Lloyd Fox/Staff photo)

Members of the Harford County Sheriff’s department stand outside of the Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church as families are reunited after students were evacuated from Joppatowne High School after a shooting at the school. (Lloyd Fox/Staff photo)

Fabulous in fall: Must-have decor and accessories from Harford stores

Barbara Haddock Taylor — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 11:30:42 +0000

Reversible crossbody tote bag by Ilse Jacobsen, $114

Boutique 44, 140A N. Bond St., Bel Air

This braided soft faux-leather bag offers double styling options as it is reversible.

Laser-engraved charcuterie board, $20

Bay Breeze Soap & Gifts, 463 Franklin St., Havre de Grace

Made by local artist Kimi Ferro and perfect for making party platters.

Pub Quiz game, $24.95

Glyph, 212 N. Washington St., Havre de Grace

Gather your friends around a bonfire for a night of fun and laughs.

Small Swiss butter board, $20.95, and mouse cheese spreader, $8.95

Glyph, 212 N. Washington St., Havre de Grace

A perfect late-night snack pairing. Just add a glass of wine.

Pirate Soap, $7

Bay Breeze Soap & Gifts, 463 Franklin St., Havre de Grace

Locally made and scented for the season.

Porcelain mug by Rifle Paper, $21.95

Glyph, 212 N. Washington St., Havre de Grace

The dog days of summer might be over but embrace pumpkin spice latte season.

48-color pencil set, $14.99

Glyph, 212 N. Washington Street, Havre de Grace.

Find your inner artist and sketch your surroundings.

Kara frayed hem denim jacket KUT from the Kloth, $89.95; collared silky sleeveless blouse, $44.95 by Naked Zebra; gold filled link necklace, $34.95

Boutique 44, 140A N. Bond St., Bel Air

Everyone should have these fall fashion staples.

Wood slice ornament, $25

Bay Breeze Soap & Gifts, 463 Franklin St., Havre de Grace

Stocking-stuffer alert. It’s never too early.

Katia carved wooden earrings, $24.95

Boutique 44, 140A N. Bond St., Bel Air

These lightweight, geometric earrings will compliment any sweater or jacket.

Garden party: Fun, colorful home decor and clothing accessories from Howard stores

Barbara Haddock Taylor — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:00:23 +0000

Vegan backpack, $26

Southwest Connection, 8173 Main St., Ellicott City

Keep your belongings safe in this compact bag during weekend outings.

Wavertree & London soap, $9.50

Pink Sky Boutique, 8143 Main St., Ellicott City

Made with pure organic shea butter in Australia, these bars will leave your skin soft and moisturized.

Cat face mug, $29

Artcraft, 8600 Foundry St., Savage Mill

Brighten any morning with a smile — along with a cold brew.

Ellicott City cap, $12.99

Pink Sky Boutique, 8143 Main St., Ellicott City

Show some hometown pride no matter where you are in this fashionable headwear.

“Green Man,” $79

Discoveries, 8181 Main St., Ellicott City

Give an outdoor wall some life with this ceramic wall sculpture.

Beaded headband, $9.99

Pink Sky Boutique, 8143 Main St., Ellicott City

Channel your inner ‘Bridgerton’ aristocrat with this bejeweled accessory.

Ceramic turtle soap dish, $31

Discoveries, 8181 Main St., Ellicott City

Add a sweet surprise to your guest bathroom.

Navajo etchware clay-fired pot, $69

Southwest Connection, 8173 Main St., Ellicott City

Welcome the season with nature’s bold colors.

Origami earrings, $24

Artcraft, 8600 Foundry St., Savage Mill

These sweet earrings are made from Japanese Washi paper, by local artist Shawnee Holmberg of Laurel.

Layered birch wood salad hands, $23

Artcraft, 8600 Foundry St., Savage Mill

The only thing more colorful is the salads you’ll make.

Shopping Bag: Summer by the bay

Barbara Haddock Taylor — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 11:00:29 +0000

The temperature’s rising and these home decor, clothing and accessories from Annapolis-area stores are a must-have.

Olukai flip-flops, $74.99

Shades Of The Bay, 136 Main St.

These are perfect for beach, boat and boardwalk.

Hot pink sunglasses by Balenciaga, $519

Shades Of The Bay, 136 Main St.

A stylish pair of glasses are essential for summer.

Retro headband, $18

Cupla, 37 Maryland Ave.

Cool your forehead and keep hair frizz at bay.

Small cast iron honeybee trivet, $16.99

Welcome Home, 64 State Circle

Let’s hope this is the only insect at your dinner party.

A Grosche mocha pot, $55

Welcome Home, 64 State Circle

Just the right size for a single mug of your favorite brew — make it iced.

Fish plates, set of 4, $36

Welcome Home, 64 State Circle

These 9-inch plates made of melamine are great for a poolside picnic.

Maison Montagut Lisa striped sweater, $225

Wrabyn Boutique, 12 Annapolis St.

Don’t worry — this sweater is lightweight enough to wear on a humid day.

Lastelier Paris Portofino hat, $295

Wrabyn Boutique, 12 Annapolis St.

Stay cool and protected from the sun with this stylish hat.

Sylvia Toledano Dune Machete cuff, $390

Wrabyn Boutique, 12 Annapolis St.

Dress up any outfit with this metallic bracelet.

DeMellier Vancouver cross-body bag in poppy, $465

Wrabyn Boutique, 12 Annapolis St.

The only thing hotter than this fire-red accessory might be the summer heat.

Summer play: Fun, colorful decor and accessories from Harford stores

Barbara Haddock Taylor — Tue, 14 May 2024 12:00:23 +0000

Reef sandals, $25

Stalefish Board Co., 100 N. Main St., Bel Air

Little feet stay cool and comfy.

Earrings By B, $18

Mannequin on Main, 113 S. Main St., Bel Air

Who could be crabby wearing these ceramic earrings?

Smart Book Light, $49

The Nest on Main, 110 S. Main St., Bel Air

Add a touch of whimsy to any bedroom with a book light — comes in two sizes.

Ring-Ring purse, $45

Jo Retro, 137 N. Washington St., Havre de Grace

The 90s are calling. This whimsical bag really works with your cell phone inside.

Tabletop mini-cornhole set, $34.95

Mannequin on Main, 113 S. Main St., Bel Air

Perfect size to bring anywhere, plus it’s Maryland-themed and locally made by PJK Creations.

Reversible bucket hat, $16

Jo Retro, 137 N. Washington St., Havre de Grace

Daisies decorate one side of this happy hat.

A lavender-vanilla candle, $44 (large)

The Nest on Main, 110 S. Main St., Bel Air

Locally made by Beaumont Pottery and comes in a reusable food-grade bowl.

Corkcicle mug, $44

The Nest on Main, 110 S. Main St., Bel Air

Keep your beverages insulated while on the go.

Lollia Elegance Perfume, $70

The Nest on Main, 110 S. Main St., Bel Air

As classic as the little black dress. A lovely fragrance of white amber and Mirabelle plum for warm days.

Baltimore Kinetic Sculpture Race 2024 | PHOTOS

Barbara Haddock Taylor — Sun, 05 May 2024 21:54:22 +0000

Fifi dot dot dot waits her turn to get into the water at Canton Waterfront Park during the Baltimore Kinetic Sculpture Race, sponsored by the American Visionary Art Museum. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

The Platypus makes its way up Key Highway at the Baltimore Kinetic Sculpture Race, sponsored by the American Visionary Art Museum. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

The Waters (sic) Art Museum flamingo comes out of the water at Canton Waterfront Park during the Baltimore Kinetic Sculpture Race, sponsored by the American Visionary Art Museum. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Crew members haul The Platypus out of the water at Canton Waterfront Park during the Baltimore Kinetic Sculpture Race, sponsored by the American Visionary Art Museum. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

The Platypus comes ashore at Canton Waterfront Park during the Baltimore Kinetic Sculpture Race, sponsored by the American Visionary Art Museum. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

The Platypus makes its way down Key Highway during the Baltimore Kinetic Sculpture Race, sponsored by the American Visionary Art Museum. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Contestants make their way up Key Highway in the Baltimore Kinetic Sculpture Race, sponsored by the American Visionary Art Museum. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Spectators watch the action from Canton Waterfront Park during the Baltimore Kinetic Sculpture Race, sponsored by the American Visionary Art Museum. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Cherry Blossom Cluster Dog Show | PHOTOS

Barbara Haddock Taylor — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 01:54:42 +0000

Harvey Hortman of Hagerstown, left, leads his Dalmation Mochi in the show ring at Cherry Blossom Cluster Dog Show at the Timonium Fairgrounds, which runs through Sunday April 21. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Harvey Hortman of Hagerstown is judged in the ring with his Dalmation Mochi at the Cherry Blossom Cluster Dog Show at the Timonium Fairgrounds, which runs through Sunday April 21. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Lily, a Bearded Collie from Williamsburg VA, relaxes between chairs at the Cherry Blossom Cluster Dog Show at the Timonium Fairgrounds. The show runs through Sunday April 21. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Lynne Leonard of NC plays with Teddy, her Papillon, at the Cherry Blossom Cluster Dog Show at the Timonium Fairgrounds through Sunday April 21. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Krystyna Poplawska of NJ gets a head start on grooming her Golden Retriever Rhett in the parking lot this morning at the Cherry Blossom Cluster Dog Show at the Timonium Fairgrounds. The show runs through Sunday April 21. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Lizze, a Russel Terrier from Flint Hill VA, gets some love from owner/breeders Oliva Garner, center, and her mom Nancy Mycamp, right, at the Cherry Blossom Cluster Dog Show at the Timonium Fairgrounds. The show runs through Sunday April 21. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Left to right: Janet Lewis, her daughter Jesa Bloodsworth, and granddaughter Rose Bloodsworth, 6, all of Church Creek MD, groom their Boston Terrier Flirt at the Cherry Blossom Cluster Dog Show at the Timonium Fairgrounds. The show runs through Sunday April 21. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Nature’s wonders: Must-have spring decor, clothing and accessories from Howard County stores

Barbara Haddock Taylor — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:30:34 +0000

The “Little Bee House,” $15

Su Casa, 8307 Main St., Ellicott City

Provide a haven for pollinators in your garden with this house.

Liverpool Gia split hem jeans, $98

Sweet Elizabeth Jane, 8289 Main St., Ellicott City

Everyone needs a good pair of jeans.

Reusable bag, $10

Jules & Kate, Savage Mill

Always keep a shopping bag in your purse. This one folds up for easy storage.

Pink hobo handbag, $64

Sweet Elizabeth Jane, 8289 Main St., Ellicott City

This purse will become your go-to for weekend errands.

Bird salt and pepper shakers by Hannah Turner, $26

Jules & Kate, Savage Mill

Surprise your dinner guests with these cute seasoning shakers.

French yoga hair clip, $21

Jules & Kate, Savage Mill

Give your hair ties a break.

Botanical resin earrings, $48.99

Nest, 5809 Clarksville Square, Clarksville

Add some nature to your outfit.

Small bird planter, $38

Su Casa, 8307 Main St., Ellicott City

Add some whimsy to your balcony or porch.

Coasters, $5.95 each

Sweet Elizabeth Jane, 8289 Main St., Ellicott City

Show some Ellicott City pride with these drink coasters.

Flowerpot, $24

Sweet Elizabeth Jane, 8289 Main St., Ellicott City

An elegant planter adds interest to a window sill or bookshelf.

Key Bridge collapse: Clean up begins on Saturday | PHOTOS

Kim Hairston, Barbara Haddock Taylor — Sat, 30 Mar 2024 23:22:34 +0000

Mar. 30, 2024: Highly trained demolition crews began cutting the top portion of the north side of the collapsed bridge into smaller sections for safe removal by crane. One crane barge and one working barge are staged at the incident to support Saturday’s operations. Salvage teams are using gas-powered cutters to systematically separate sections of the steel bridge that will be taken to the disposal site. (Kim Hairston/Staff photo)

Mar. 30, 2024: Highly trained demolition crews began cutting the top portion of the north side of the collapsed bridge into smaller sections for safe removal by crane. (Kim Hairston/Staff photo)

March 29, 2024: Left to right at news conference at Maryland Transportation Authority Police headquarters: U.S. Senator Chris VanHollen, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Governor Wes Moore (at podium), U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral Shannon Gilreath. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

March 29, 2024: Governor Wes Moore, left, and U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral Shannon Gilreath, right, listen during a news conference at the Maryland Transportation Authority Police headquarters this afternoon. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

March 29, 2024: Left to right at news conference at Maryland Transportation Authority Police headquarters: Steuart Pittman, Anne Arundel county executive, U.S. Senator Chris VanHollen, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Governor Wes Moore, U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral Shannon Gilreath (speaking at the podium). The Francis Scott Key Bridge wreck is behind them. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

March 29, 2024: View of the Francis Scott Key Bridge site as seen from Tradepoint Atlantic this morning. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

March 29, 2024: A view of the Francis Scott Key Bridge site as seen from the Maryland Transportation Authority Police headquarters this afternoon. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

March 29, 2024: View of the Francis Scott Key Bridge site as seen from Tradepoint Atlantic this morning. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

All-breed cat show | PHOTOS

Barbara Haddock Taylor — Sun, 10 Mar 2024 21:32:49 +0000

Janet Hebler of Parkville, left, gets a high five from Dr. Pepper, a cat who belongs to Susan Nebgen of Altoona PA, right, at the Crab & Mallet Cat Club’s all-breed cat show, held this weekend at the Timonium Fairgrounds. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Judge Teresa Sweeney makes her rounds in the Household Pet category at the Crab & Mallet Cat Club’s all-breed cat show, held this weekend at the Timonium Fairgrounds. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Erin Kirk of Cape May NJ gets a cuddle from her 4 month old Cornish Rex “Tara” as they play at the Crab & Mallet Cat Club’s all-breed cat show, held this weekend at the Timonium Fairgrounds. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Yubnub, a bi-color Persian, is groomed by his owner Mike Pina-Crup of Miami at this weekend’s Crab & Mallet Cat Club all-breed cat show, which was held at the Timonium Fairgrounds. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Yubnub, a bi-color Persian, decides whether or not to play with a toy offered by his owner, Mike Pina-Crupi of Miami at the Crab & Mallet Cat Club’s all-breed cat show, held this weekend at the Timonium Fairgrounds. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Andy Bell of Ellicott City brushes his Tonkinese cat Tavey at the Crab & Mallet Cat Club’s all-breed cat show, held this weekend at the Timonium Fairgrounds. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

A cat peeks through its carrier at the Crab & Mallet Cat Club’s all-breed cat show, held this weekend at the Timonium Fairgrounds. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Raquel Russell of Wapwallopen PA holds her 4 year old Ragdoll “Gunther,” who is dressed as Harry Potter for the cat dress-up contest, at the Crab & Mallet Cat Club’s all-breed cat show, held this weekend at the Timonium Fairgrounds. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)

Brian Pearson, an all-breed judge, holds “Akemi,” a lilac cream European Burmese from Kansas City who won best cat in a championship round at the Crab & Mallet all-breed cat show, held this weekend at the Timonium Fairgrounds. (Barbara Haddock Taylor/Staff)