36 Local Jobs, Restaurant Inspections, Cuba Frees Bethesda Man, Dining Spots Open on Christmas

Plus, Bethesda crime reports, tech gift guide, 91-year-old’s art show, holiday park events, real estate news, and more headlines.

How to Make Gift Returns Fast and Easy

Know the return policies for Kohl's, Macy’s, Target, Walmart, Toys "R" Us, Old Navy, Victoria's Secret and more before you go.

Holiday Open Houses at the Glenview Mansion

Holiday Open Houses at the Glenview Mansion in Rockville MD Sundays, December 21 and 28 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Shop for the Best Electronics This Holiday With The Patch 2014 Tech Gift Guide

Discover the latest gadgets for the best prices.

Homes for Sale in Bethesda

Some of the latest home listings in the area, provided by Zillow.

36 Job Openings Near Bethesda: Holy Cross Hospital, Zale, DSW, PNC and More

Now hiring tax managers, deputy directors, store managers, registered nurses and more.

Cuba Releases MD Man After 5 Years in Prison

Aid worker Alan Gross of Bethesda, accused of spying in the Communist country, has been freed in a prisoner exchange.

Kentlands Home Dances to Holiday Tunes

This light display features 18,600 lights timed to dance music, including “The Big Bang Theory” theme song.

SoulCycle Bethesda Grand Opening

The country’s premier full-body indoor cycling studio will open its second Washington D.C. area studio this weekend

Suspect Arrested in Rockville Stabbings: Police

Three men argued, then fought at the Rockville Metrorail Station Monday; a man is now in custody.

Police to Escort Santa to The Children's Inn at NIH

Residents can take their donations to Montgomery County Police stations, or donate online. The Santa Ride is Dec. 17.

Restaurant Inspections: Karin's Cafe, House of Milae, PQ Wildwood, Bistro Lazeez and More

The most recent restaurants inspections in and around Bethesda.

91-Year-Old Has First Solo Art Show: Color and Chaos

The exhibit will open in January at Friendship Heights Gallery in Chevy Chase.

From Railway Exhibit to Winter Ice Show: Holiday Events at County Parks

Montgomery County parks are offering events through the winter and holiday season. Find full details here.

6 Restaurants Open Near Bethesda on Christmas Day

Here’s where Bethesda residents can go if you don’t want to cook.

Homes Recently Sold in Bethesda

Search through a list compiled by Zillow.

Residents to Comment in Feedback Loop for Bethesda Downtown Plan

Members of the community can voice opinions on the ongoing Bethesda Downtown Plan.

Police: Suspected Drunk Driver Veers onto Sidewalk

Montgomery County Police arrested 29 people for DUI over the weekend, including a woman on Woodmont Avenue.

Officials Remind Holiday Shoppers to Be Courteous and Safe

Drivers and pedestrians are asked to be alert and aware of their surroundings.

America's Music School, Bach to Rock Presents Bachapalooza!

- America’s Music School to Host Student Band Competition for Chance to Win Professional Studio Time -

Hanukkah Begins Sundown Tuesday, Local Events Planned

Celebrate Hanukkah with these events in Bethesda and Montgomery County.

Holiday Shipping Deadlines to Remember on USPS's Busiest Day of Year

Bethesda residents, today is a major deadline for holiday shipping.

Rentals Available in Bethesda, Chevy Chase

Search through a list compiled by Zillow.

Drivers Needed: 10 Job Openings Near Bethesda

Companies are recruiting commercial drivers. Find leads on Patch’s Jobs Board.

GOOD NEWS! Hero Medics Thanked, 10-Cent Gas, Christmas Parade and Which MD City Is One of America's Best Holiday Towns?

Plus, Santa letters, helping domestic violence victims, MD’s largest Shop With a Cop outing and local job openings were good news this week.

Local Jobs, Restaurant Inspections, Plane Crash Updates and What Does $5.3M Buy?

Plus Bethesda crime reports, play day, holiday shipping guidelines, how to post your news, winter gift guide, superhero visits bars and mor.

Report: There's No Work for Men of Working Age in Montgomery County

The number of non-employed men in what should be their prime working years has tripled nationwide since 1968.

School Shooting Rumor, Best Holiday Town, Plane Crash, Santa Baby

Teacher receives pot brownie from student, chemical weapons destroyers honored and other headlines from the week across Maryland Patches.

Bethesda Native Kathryn Knight Releases New Novel Set in Maryland

Bethesda Native Kathryn Knight's latest novel, DIVINE FALL, is a paranormal romance geared toward young adults.

First Look at Bethesda's New Pearl District

Landowners are detailing what they are planning for the new Pearl District in Downtown Bethesda. Pearl District Redevelopment Update.

Prep for This Season With the Patch Winter Gift Guide

Get everything you need to fight the snow and stay warm this winter.

Superhero to Visit Downtown Bethesda Bars Friday Night

SoberWoman will visit five bars Friday with Montgomery County Police to make sure patrons plan safe rides home.

Pilot in Gaithersburg Crash Had Similar Stall Problem in 2010 Plane Crash: Authorities

NTSB blamed pilot error when plane stalled on landing approach in 2010 at MD airport; stall alert sounded in Monday's crash, officials say.

Marie Gemmell, 36; Cole, 3; and Devin, 11/2 Months

Obituary and service information from the Roy W. Barber Funeral Home.

Moscow Ballet at Strathmore, Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert, Holidays at Glenview Mansion, Celtic Music at Kentlands: Weekend Events in Bethesda Area

Also in Montgomery County, "Sherlock Holmes and the Christmas Goose," HIM at Fillmore, "Mini-Nut" ballet, and Christmas on the farm.

Peak Weekend Viewing Times for Geminids Meteor Shower

The Geminids are the best meteor shower of the year in terms of frequency and intensity of shooting stars. But will the weather cooperate?

15 Jobs in Bethesda: Travel Channel, P.F. Chang's, Make-A-Wish, NIH and More

Now hiring for communications directors, executive assistants, project managers and more in Bethesda and Chevy Chase.

Play In A Day

Bethesda Arts and Entertainment District

American Nurse Exposed to Ebola Flying to NIH for Care

The National Institutes of Health in Bethesda has successfully treated two other American health-care workers with the deadly virus.

Homes for Sale in Bethesda

Some of the latest home listings in the area, provided by Zillow.