http://www.exploreharford.com/ Recent news from exploreharford.com en-us 2010 The Baltimore Sun Media Group, All Rights Reserved. technical@baltimoresun.com (Technical Help) http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5833/birds-slip-into-basement-two-extra-inning-contests-two-days-prove-costly-aberdeen-ballclub/ http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5833/birds-slip-into-basement-two-extra-inning-contests-two-days-prove-costly-aberdeen-ballclub/ Two nights, two extra-inning games, and a pair of similar results are what the IronBirds have seen in their most recent contests. On both Wednesday and Tuesday night, Aberdeen was lost by one run to the host-team Connecticut Tigers in extra frames. The pair of losses dropped Aberdeen down to last place... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 02:00:00 EST http://www.exploreharford.com/news/5868/no-primary-contests-aberdeen-hdg-areas/ http://www.exploreharford.com/news/5868/no-primary-contests-aberdeen-hdg-areas/ Voters in the Aberdeen and Havre de Grace areas won't have anything to do in the upcoming primary election with regard to their Harford County Council seats. In Council District E, which covers greater Aberdeen, two-term incumbent Republican Dick Slutzky, of Aberdeen, doesn't have an opponent in either the primary or... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.exploreharford.com/news/5865/15-million-savings-if-aberdeen-pays-early/ http://www.exploreharford.com/news/5865/15-million-savings-if-aberdeen-pays-early/ The city of Aberdeen has received a window of opportunity to pay $1.5 million less than originally expected for its share of the enhanced nutrient removal work on its sewage treatment plant. City manager Doug Miller said he does not know why, but the federal government has offered to forgive part... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.exploreharford.com/news/5861/aberdeen-water-deal-lawyer-hired/ http://www.exploreharford.com/news/5861/aberdeen-water-deal-lawyer-hired/ City taxpayers will not be paying the legal costs, at least directly, for a lawyer hired by the city of Aberdeen to help in its discussions regarding Aberdeen Proving Ground's plan to close the Chapel Hill water treatment plant. City Manager Doug Miller said the city has retained Richard Rector, from... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5840/girls-soccer-outlook/ http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5840/girls-soccer-outlook/ Aberdeen Head coach: Matt Roberts (fourth season) 2009 record: 5-9-1 Top returning players: Lindsey Hinchliffe, Sr., (D); Rachel Keeley, Sr. (F); Julie Shetterly, Sr., (D); Ayana Stewart, Sr. (D); Emily Whittie, Sr., (M) Key newcomers: Shawnta Bradford, Jr., (GK); Leah Hardin, Fr., (M); Rebecca Lewis, Fr., (D) Outlook: "We hope to compete in each game,"... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5838/harfords-varsity-stick-squads-field-hockey-teams-taking-shape/ http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5838/harfords-varsity-stick-squads-field-hockey-teams-taking-shape/ Aberdeen Head coach: Jennifer Perdomo (second season) 2009 record: Not available (N/A) Top returning players: N/A Key newcomers: N/A Outlook: The Aberdeen coaching staff could not be reached to provide information for this preview. Bel Air Head coach: Phyllis Hemmes (38th season) 2009 record: 7-7 Top returning players: Karley Bridges, Sr., (M); Abby Dempsey, Sr. (M); Emily Gryglewski, Jr.,... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5837/ironbirds-falling-back-pack/ http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5837/ironbirds-falling-back-pack/ The Aberdeen IronBirds welcomed one of baseball's most talked-about young players to their ranks recently, but besides that, there has not much good to talk about, as they've gone 1-6 over the last week and fell down to last place in their division. Manny Machado, the high school shortstop who was... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5834/ahead-field-hockey/ http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5834/ahead-field-hockey/ Aberdeen Head coach: Jennifer Perdomo (second season) 2009 record: Not available (NA) Top returning players: N/A Key newcomers: N/A Outlook: The Aberdeen coaching staff did not supply information for this preview. Havre de Grace Head coach: Gretchen Repaal (first season) 2009 record: N/A Top returning players: Kaitlin Croft, So., (A); Courtney Kam, So., (A); Maci Laisure, Jr., (D); Hannah... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5832/2010-season-preview-harford-boys-soccer-scene/ http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5832/2010-season-preview-harford-boys-soccer-scene/ Aberdeen Head coach: Bill Wardle (seventh year) 2009 record: 13-4 Top returners: Rickie Kalama, Sr. (F/M); Chris King, Sr. (M/F); Joel Carter, Sr. (M); Russell Lee, Sr. (D) Key newcomers: Andy Montgomery, So. (M/F); David Bush, Sr. (GK) Outlook: "They are an extremely hard-working and dedicated group of individuals who provide us with excellent leadership,"... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5831/boys-soccer-teams-hitting-fields/ http://www.exploreharford.com/sports/5831/boys-soccer-teams-hitting-fields/ The month of September means lots of things where school is related, but to many boys in Harford and Cecil counties, it's time for another boys high school soccer season. Here's a look at the three area teams. Aberdeen Head coach: Bill Wardle (seventh year) 2009 record: 13-4 Top returners: Rickie Kalama, Sr., (F/M);... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST