Ellicott City, MD|News|
Man Charged With Child Porn Distribution
An Ellicott City man faces distribution of child porn charges. He pleaded guilty in 2014 to possession and distribution of child porn.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Columbia|News|
Testing Of Outdoor Tone Alert System Includes Emergency Crews
Howard County will test its Historic Ellicott City Outdoor Tone Alert System and emergency crews will practice flash flooding responses.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
5th Annual Tree Lighting, Holiday Market Returns To Color Burst Park
The 5th Annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Market returns to downtown Columbia featuring live entertainment, prizes and more.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Snow, Arctic Air Forecast For MD: See Timing
A storm system aiming for the East Coast will bring a dose of Arctic air and a touch of snow to Maryland to start the week, forecasts say.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
MD Sues Trump Administration Over Failure To Move FBI HQ
Maryland is suing the Trump administration after it canceled plans to build a new FBI headquarters in Prince George's County.
Columbia|News|
Find Food Pantries Across Howard County During Government Shutdown
There are numerous resources available to residents during the government shutdown, including a wide variety of food pantries.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Donate Wednesday During Fire Department's Blood Drive
Donate blood Wednesday during the Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services. Sign up online.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Fire Ignites Inside Chimney, Spreads To Home
A Columbia home caught on fire after a blaze began in the chimney then spread to the house, officials said.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Columbia|Neighbor News|
Doctor-Owned Dental Practice Brings Same-Day Care and Local Charm to Columbia
Compassionate doctors and a hometown feel, Dental Designs of Maryland offers a refreshing alternative to corporate dentistry.
Columbia|News|
Food Drive Saturday To Offset Loss Of SNAP Benefits
A county-wide food drive will be held Saturday with additional drop off locations available in the coming week.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
