Veterans, Boy Scouts Hold Flag Retirement Ceremonies

Boy scouts and service members in Gambrills and at Fort Meade took part in special ceremonies Friday.

Anne Arundel Council Passes Executive's $1.3B Budget for 2014

Budget includes raises for all county employees—the first of their kind in years.

Rep. Edwards To Meet with Constituents in Gambrills

The congresswoman will meet Saturday morning at the Caribou Coffee in the Village at Waugh Chapel

Big Week of News in the County

Patch offers a roundup of all the big news involving the County Executive and county schools, plus some details on destructive fires in the area.

Reilly To Seek Re-Election to State Senate

The lawmaker from Crofton hopes to serve four more years in the General Assembly.

Guns Bill: How Your Local Lawmakers Voted

Legislation impacting the sale of certain types of guns has been passed by the General Assembly. Here's how legislators representing the Crofton area voted.

Connor's Law Approved by Maryland House

The law requiring defibrillators at all public pools is already in place in Anne Arundel County. It is named in honor of a Crofton boy who drowned in 2005.

County to Install 16-inch Water Main on Riedel

Work would begin sometime next year on the main, which would stretch from Hamden Court to Route 3.

Bank Head Says Expect Small, Steady Economic Growth

Speaking in Gambrills on Tuesday, Mike Livingston of the Bank of Glen Burnie says economic conditions are gradually improving despite some "headwinds."

County to Discuss Route 3 Water Line Project

The county intends to install a water line between Route 3 and Riedel Road. There will be a meeting April 2 to discuss how the work will impact the community.

Crofton Mom Named Fort Meade Spouse of the Year

Tania Hendrickson was nominated and honored in a program sponsored by Military Spouse Magazine.

Council Rejects Plan to Move Crofton into District 4

Uncertainty remains as separate plans for new districts from council members Jerry Walker and Chris Trumbauer fall short of the five votes necessary for approval.

Crofton, Odenton Could Be Placed in Same District

A redistricting plan groups most of Odenton with Crofton, and most of south county would get its own district.

Neuman Visits With Greater Crofton Council

The new county executive touched on issues ranging from ethics to the county property tax cap, attendees said.

New County Exec to Visit Crofton Tuesday

Laura Neuman will be the guest speaker at Tuesday's meeting of the Greater Crofton Council.

Crofton MARC Riders: Beware of Schedule Change

On March 25, the Penn Line schedule will be adjusted to improve on-time performance of some trains.

Crofton's Constituent Services Rep Resigns

Jody Leddy will be leaving the county executive's office to pursue a career in real estate.

Crofton Lawmaker, Business Move To Sell Beer in Growlers

Refillable containers called growlers would allow beer enthusiasts to buy micro brews and season ales that aren't bottled by distributors.

Where To Vote in Crofton

Registered voters should go to their polling place on Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Hoyer Chats With Businesses in Crofton

The congressman is expected to add Crofton to his district if he wins the general election Tuesday.

Week Ahead: Development Tour, Redistricting, School Funds

This week's big news events include a tour of new construction in the area, plus the latest meeting on school redistricting in Crofton.

Board of Ed to Examine Crofton School Additions

Crofton Middle and Crofton Meadows Elementary may get significant additional classroom space.

Week Ahead: Candidates, Cops and Homecoming

Here's a look at the big events coming up this week in west Anne Arundel County.

Congressional Candidates Forum - Districts 3 & 4

Parents Can Express Budget Concerns at Public Hearing

The Board of Education will hear testimony from local parents regarding the superintendent's proposed capital budget Wednesday night.

School by School Breakdown of Superintendent's Proposed Capital Budget

School superintendent Kevin Maxwell recommends requesting nearly $48 million from the state to fund county building and design projects.

Chat About School Lunches with White House Chef

Local parents are encouraged to join Anne Arundel County and Maryland PTA President-Elect Ray Leone by virtually attending a special discussion event Thursday night.

POLL: Who Will Win the 2012 Presidential Election?

Now that the Democratic and Republican delegates have officially chosen Obama and Romney, Patch wants to know: Which nominee do you think will win?

O'Malley Drops Politics for a Guitar

The Maryland governor entertained a crowd of DNC attendees with his band O'Malley's March.

Emergency Management Presentation & EOC Tour

33rd District Dems: Looking Ahead to the 2012 Elections

Hearing on Chesapeake Terrace Rubble Landfill

NACAC - Government Awareness Forum

33rd District Dems Monthly Meeting - Sheriff Ron Bateman

Fall GreenScape 2011

Plant Sale

Male Caregiver Support Group

Board of Education Approves 2012 Budgets

The board rejected last-minute amendments proposed in an effort to address the achievement gap.

County Executive Looks Ahead to His Second Term

Candidates reflect on the election process, results

Leopold Keeps County Executive Seat

Past accomplishments resonated with voters