Once-a-Week Trash Collection To Start June 4

The county will move from collecting trash and recycling bins twice a week to only once.

Feds Investigate Chipotle Hiring Practices

Documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission reveal popular Mexican restaurant chain under investigation for hiring undocumented workers.

Help Wanted? Hire a Vet

As part of our series on veterans and jobs, we're posting veterans' resumes on Patch. If you're a potential employer, we invite you to take a look.

Should Crofton Be Part of South County's Council District?

The Anne Arundel County Council will decide in which district Crofton belongs.

Gambrills Artist To Showcase Work at Arundel Center

The Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues is hosting its first art exhibit in Annapolis.

Polls Report Light Turnout

Throughout the region, polling places reported a low number of voters.

DNR Announces Snakehead Fish Contest

Anglers could win a $200 gift card and more for catching the unwanted predator in local waterways.

Potential Redistricting for Crofton Schools

During public testimony, a request was made for the Board of Education to consider where future students in a new development will go to elementary school.

Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Maryland Christmas Tree

State Department of Agriculture officials said there are many environmental and economic benefits to buying a Christmas tree grown locally. There are at least two Christmas tree lots in the Crofton-Gambrills community.

Croftonite Wins 2011 SAVE Award

Matthew Ritsko’s award winning idea may someday save the country time, money and resources.

Thanksgiving Week Office Closures and Trash Collection

Upcoming closures for the county over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

DREAM Act: County Court Weighs In, Supporters Speak Out

Dream Act Referendum Supporters Intervene in Lawsuit

Pet Registration Revamped

The new law is intended to make pet registration more convenient.

Social Services Advisory Board Seeks Members

County Executive John R. Leopold Seeks Members for Anne Arundel County Social Services Board

House Sets Vote for Congressional Redistricting Plan

Committee votes to reject Republican alternative plan and sends Gov. Martin O'Malley's map to the full House.

Senate Schedules Final Congressional Map Vote For Tuesday

Republicans offer only one amendment in a debate some expected would last until late Monday night.

Republicans, Democrats Criticize Proposed Redistricting Map

Special session begins Oct. 17 to remap Maryland's congressional districts.

POLL: Do You 'Read' While Driving?

Effective Oct. 1, drivers are no longer allowed to read messages while driving or while stopped in traffic in Maryland.

Benoit Eyes Land for Gambrills Park, Council Says No

The District 4 council member presented a resolution to keep the county engaged in talks about an 88-acre parcel near Route 32. Council members said the resolution was not needed, and that a deal for the land would stifle other efforts to expand open spac

Lt. Governor, BGE Officials Stress 'Urgency' to Restore Power

Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown stopped by a BGE command center in Piney Orchard to assess the response to power outages caused by Tropical Storm Irene.

Leopold Plans to Veto 16 Items in Rezoning Bill

A message to County Council members indicates County Executive John Leopold will veto 16 amendments to the comprehensive rezoning bill for Districts 6 and 7.

Sen. Reilly Questions Rubble Landfill Inspections and Citizen Oversight

A Maryland State Senator wants to know if plans for a rubble landfill include inspections and citizen oversight opportunities.

Residents Want In on Rubble Landfill Plans

The site of a proposed rubble landfill sits on private land, but it’s garnering public objection from some nearby residents.

Leopold May Veto Portions of South County Rezoning Bill

The county executive may take aim at the comprehensive rezoning bill for Districts 6 and 7.

Final Zoning Changes Pass During Heated County Council Hearing

August 1 deadline meant the final requests were introduced at Monday's meeting.

Tell Us How You Feel About Congress and the Debt Ceiling Deal

Patch is looking for local reactions to the late Sunday compromise that could lead to a vote to raise the nation's debt ceiling and lead to trillions in cuts.

Districts 6-7 Councilmen Release Final Rezoning List

Councilman says he is still "undecided" on the most controversial upzoning requests in south county.

District Line Shift Could Change Crofton’s Political Party Makeup

Debate on moving Crofton to the western district of the county continues.

Moving Crofton May Leave District 7 Seat Open

What could happen if Crofton moves from District 7 to District 4?

Voice of America: Crofton Small Business Owner Cautiously Waiting on Washington Debt Ceiling Deadline

The debt ceiling debate in Washington has many small business owners wondering if they will be able to hire additional personnel. Voice of America talked with the owner of Crofton’s Carlos Interiors about her employment outlook.

Walker Releases Amendments to Comprehensive Rezoning

July 5 County Council meeting is the next phase in rezoning for Districts 6 and 7.

Gazette: Former State Delegate and County Councilman David Boschert Dies

The Former Crofton Rotary Club member, Annapolis native and Crownsville resident was a retired captain in the U.S. Marine Corps and taught political science at Anne Arundel County Community College.

More than 110,000 Petitioners Want Dream Act Placed on Referendum in 2012

Republican delegates gathered in downtown Annapolis Thursday to deliver thousands of petitions to the Maryland Secretary of State's office.

Council Hears Lengthy Rezoning Testimony

On Monday, citizens testified for and against the 50 zoning applications and 60 appeals for Districts 6 and 7.

County Council Asked to Reject ‘Pay Increase,’ Teachers May Face Pay Cut

After the Board of Education approved the budget this week, County Executive John Leopold appeals to the county council.

Councilman Delays Vote On Second-Hand Firearm Screenings

District 7 Councilman Jerry Walker wants to exempt second-hand firearm dealers from documenting their goods with local authorities, but delayed a final vote on Monday.

Leopold Calls for Extra Hearing Before Council Considers District 6 and 7 Zoning

Executive Leopold has issued his plan to increase transparency in the comprehensive zoning talks by holding an additional public hearing before the council is set to discuss District 6-7's zoning applications later this month.

Council Will Block Leopold's Zoning Bill Withdrawal

The County Executive wants to stop the comprehensive zoning process to reform the process, but some council members say they have no intention of derailing the talks at this point.

Residents Appeal to County Executive to Stop Route 3 Rezoning

A community group has asked County Executive John R. Leopold to veto portions of a comprehensive rezoning bill affecting the Route 3 corridor.

Housing Expo May 21

Arundel Community Development Services Inc. (ACDS) and the Anne Arundel Association of Realtors will hold informational workshops for prospective homeowners.