Fireworks Demonstration To Educate Anne Arundel Residents

Thursday at 9 a.m., fire officials will show how to safely use legal fireworks and how to identify illegal fireworks.

'Policing In Anne Arundel County' Meeting Tuesday 6 p.m.

Numerous community leaders will participate. The public is invited to watch and chime in via Zoom.

Funding Available To Emergency Shelters, Food Programs

​Anne Arundel County will receive $95,242 ​in funding through Phase 37 and $72,333​ from Phase CARES to support these emergency programs.

Restaurants Open Their Doors To Indoor Dining In Anne Arundel

Effective Friday at 5 p.m., restaurants can offer indoor seating. Outdoor amusements and rides also may reopen in Anne Arundel County.

Members Sought For Youth Advisory Council In Anne Arundel County

The group will advise the county executive regarding policy matters impacting youth in Anne Arundel County.

Chesapeake Supportive Care earns Gold Seal of Approval®

Hospice of the Chesapeake program earn The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Community-Based Palliative Care Accreditation

MD Crab Population Shows Promise: Patch PM

Memorial Day weekend events | Rescue from waterfall | Unemployment claim update | 3-alarm fire spreads to 10 homes | ATM robbers wanted.

Coronavirus Claims The Life Of Pasadena Home Depot Employee

The store has been disinfected and grief counselors have been made available to employees.

Balloons, Flyover To Boost Spirits: Patch PM

Man charged after coughing | Speeders hit triple digits | Balloon artist to bring joy | Woman sews 600 face coverings | Flyover spans state.

Golfing, Boating, Tennis Now Allowed In Anne Arundel County

Compass Pointe Golf Course reopened Thursday at noon.

Community responds to Hospice of the Chesapeake’s call for PPE

Nonprofit hospice and palliative care organization is benefiting from a wave of community can-do-ism reminiscent of World War II war efforts

Arrest Made In Animal Shelter Break-In: Patch PM

Governor sued | Pulitzer Prize win | Shelter pet stolen | Group home caretaker fatally stabbed | Cruise ship performer stuck at sea.

Anne Arundel Heroes: Help Patch Honor Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Recycle Coach App Available To Anne Arundel County Residents

The Recycle Coach "My Schedule" feature provides curbside collection customers in the county with up-to-date notifications and information.

5 Spring Things You Can Still Do In Anne Arundel County

Spring in Anne Arundel began March 19, but you can still have some fun despite social distancing.

Anne Arundel K9s Receive Special Protective Vests

Bak and Bolt with the Anne Arundel County Police Department now are sporting bullet- and stab-protective vests.

Coronavirus Means Faces Must Be Covered In 4 MD Counties: PatchPM

Inmate death from coronavirus | School closure update | Coughing policeman reassigned | $1M donation | Face coverings needed in some places.

Anne Arundel Shoppers Concerned About Stores Altering Entrances

Store entrances and exits are being modified to limit the number of people inside to help prevent the spread of the new coronavirus.

Social Distancing Easter Egg Hunt Entertains Anne Arundel Kids

"On a beautiful sunny day in Crofton, for a little while, we let our kids be kids."

Police Recognize 'Unsung Heroes' At Anne Arundel Hospitals

Anne Arundel County police officers drove past two area hospitals with sirens blaring and lights flashing to honor medical workers.

Little Free Pantry Pops Up In Pasadena During Coronavirus

Caring Cupboard also will be distributing food boxes to students at Hilltop Elementary School from noon to 12:30 p.m. April 11 and April 18.

EVENT CANCELLED: 12th annual Fashion for a Cause

Organization grateful for the support of the event's sponsors, donors and vendors for their support of the Chesapeake Kids program

15th Annual Emily Schindler Lecture on hold

Chesapeake Life Center hopes to be able to reschedule the event for later in the year.

Anne Arundel Facebook Live Event Addressing Coronavirus April 1

Anne Arundel County officials will host the next Facebook Live event April 1. People can email their questions in advance.

Coronavirus Keeps Anne Arundel County Library System Closed

The opening day for library meeting room reservations is now May 11 for events scheduled June through December 2020. ​

Coronavirus Causes Delays In Trash, Recycling Collections

The Anne Arundel County Department of Works has announced that there may be delays in picking up trash and recyclables due to the virus.

Coronavirus Questions Answered During Facebook Live Event

The Anne Arundel County Department of Health's Facebook Live COVID-19 broadcast​ will be Wednesday at 3 p.m. Eastern Time.

Scam Targets Anne Arundel County Residents

Several phone calls have been made to victims where the caller claimed to be an Anne Arundel County sheriff.

MD Coronavirus Impacts Taxes, Tolls, Elections: News Nearby

Top news from Maryland, including how the virus is affecting taxpayers, drivers & voters. Plus, how to share your news and events on Patch.

EVENT RESCHEDULED: ‘An Evening Under the Tuscan Sky’ Gala

Hospice of the Chesapeake honors Gov. Larry Hogan's recommendation and postpones signature event until July 18

The Original Greene Turtle is Crabby About Cancer

Steve and Dawne Pappas, long-time American Cancer Society supporters, donate $15,000 to fund patient rides, lodging and cancer ReseacHERS

New Roadside Marker Installed In Time For Maryland Day Weekend

The event will be held on March 21 at the entrance to Historic Goshen Farm, 1420 Cape St. Claire Rd​., in Cape St. Claire at 3 p.m.

Caring for the Continuum of Life 2020: A Healthcare Symposium

Save the date for Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, at First Baptist Church of Highland Park, 6801 Sheriff Road, Landover, Maryland.

Warming Centers Open Feb. 28-March 1 In Anne Arundel County

Anne Arundel County officials are opening warming centers in Pasadena, Edgewater, Odenton and Brooklyn in response to cold temperatures.

Detective Shot In Chase Returns Home To Anne Arundel County

Anne Arundel County Detective Ian Preece was one of two officers shot while chasing Joseph Robert Mitchell Willis, 22, of Pasadena.

Bullet, Stab Protective Vests Donated To Anne Arundel PD K9s

The non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., provided the vests valued between $1,744 – $2,283​.

400-Pound Crab Described As Maryland Landmark: Patch PM

'Life-and-death crisis' | MD company on best places to work list | Indictment in officer shooting | Weekend events | Crab greets tourists.

Historical Site Seeks Volunteers For 2020 Season In Pasadena

Numerous volunteer opportunities exist at Historic Hancock's Resolution Farm in Pasadena, including tour docent, gardener and more.

Save-the-Date for Fashion for a Cause benefiting Chesapeake Kids

Hospice of the Chesapeake's fashion fundraiser for kids will be hosted by Porsche Annapolis from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, June 4, 2020.

Charitable Foundation Created By Anne Arundel County Firefighters

The union, Local 1563 of the International Association of Fire Fighters, announced the launch at its annual Italian dinner.