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Posted on: February 5, 2024 | Last Modified on: February 5, 2024

Harford County purchases 129 acres slated for development to become new Joppatowne Park

On January 31, 2024, Harford County Government, in collaboration with Harford Land Trust, Maryland Department of Natural Resources, and Aberdeen Proving Ground, purchased 129-acres of open space in Joppatowne on the eastern side of Trimble Road.

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