$25.7M Set Aside For Park Projects, Improvements Across Howard County

An historic $25.7M in county and state funding will help construct the largest skatepark in Howard County along with other projects.

Girl Scouts' Camp Ilchester To Be Bought For $6M By Howard County

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball has signed a letter of intent to purchase the Girl Scouts' Camp Ilchester for $6M and preserve the land.

Columbia Chapter of Jack and Jill Hosts 21st Biennial Beautillion

Proceeds from Black Tie Event April 23 Benefit Jack and Jill Foundation, Columbia Community Care and Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center

Upcoming Pond Projects To Be Highlighted At April 4 Meeting

The public can learn more about three planned pond projects in Howard Co., including the decommissioning of one pond, at an April 4 meeting.

Two Howard County High Schools host fundraisers for Grassroots

Crisis intervention center and shelter for the homeless is beneficiary of a talent show at River Hill High and a 5k at Oakland Mills High

Howard County Walk to End Alzheimer's® is September 24

Join or start a team for the Alzheimer's Association fundraiser

Live Where You Work Program Welcomes Another Participant In HoCo

Another employer has been added to HoCo's Live Where You Work program, opening up affordable housing opportunities for 20 employees.

Vantage Point Management Company Ranked #1 in J.D. Power Study

Life Care Services Awarded Highest Customer Satisfaction Among U.S. Senior Living Communities in 2021

Separated By War, HoCo Family Struggles To Bring Home Son

A 16-year-old teenager who was a couple of weeks shy of heading to the U.S. to be with his forever family is now stuck in Ukraine.

Big Milestone Celebrated By Boy Scout Troop In Howard County

A Boy Scout Troop in Howard County recently celebrated a significant milestone after spending half a century helping others.

Teacher Pens Collection Of Books About Resilient Teen Students

A Howard County author and Baltimore teacher has written a collection of stories highlight the tough and compassionate students he's taught.

Bikeshare Pilot Program In Howard County Comes To An End

Bicycles and stations connected to Howard County's bikeshare pilot program will be removed starting Feb. 21 as the program comes to an end.

Ellicott City Volunteer Fire Department Chief Ralston Dies

Ellicott City Volunteer Fire Department Chief Craig Ralston has died and flags on county property will be flown at half-staff.

Wolves Ice Hockey Team Holds Skating Benefit on Tuesday, Feb. 15

Admission to Color Burst Ice Rink in Downtown Columbia benefits Columbia Community Care and includes raffle and door prizes

Volunteers Sought To Serve On Howard County's Personnel Board

Volunteers interested in serving on Howard County's personnel board should apply by the March 4 deadline.

Emergency Management Volunteer Of The Year Named In Howard County

The emergency management volunteer of the year award for Howard County goes to Andy Protigal, who has been pivotal during the pandemic.

Red Cross Declares ‘Blood Crisis’; Donate Near Ellicott City

Dire blood shortages are forcing doctors in Maryland to delay blood transfusions for those who need them.

Ellicott City To Celebrate MLK Jr. Day As Other Cities Mobilize

While events are planned virtually in HoCo, other cities are opting not to celebrate in 2022 to take a stand in support of voting rights.

What's Open, Closed In Ellicott City Martin Luther King Jr. Day

See how the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday will affect services across Howard County.

Capturing The Beauty of Snow In Photos: Patch Readers Share Pics

Here are photos shared by Howard County Patch readers from the recent snowfall.

Hogan Honors HoCo Couple, Bakery For Feeding Stranded Drivers

A Howard County couple and a Baltimore bakery will receive governor's citations for helping feed stranded, hungry people during a storm.

Chance To Win Super Bowl Tickets By Donating Blood Near Ellicott City: Red Cross

Red Cross blood donors will be entered for a chance to win tickets to the Super Bowl.

Couple, Trucker Carry 300 Food Packages To Stranded I-95 Drivers

Stuck on I-95 for 16 hours, a Howard Co. couple asked a Baltimore bakery if they could give out the food on the truck to hungry drivers.

Share Your Snow Photos From HoCo For A Winter Storm Gallery

Send us your snow photos taken in Ellicott City and across Howard County for Patch's winter storm gallery.

Closures, Trash Delays, Power Outages In HoCo Due To Winter Storm

Trash services have been delayed, library branches and government offices closed, and power outages are occurring in Howard County Monday.

What’s Open, Closed On New Year’s Day 2022 In Ellicott City

See how the New Year’s holiday will affect government offices, transportation schedules and library hours in Howard County.

Here's What Is Open, Closed In Howard County For Christmas 2021

Patch has the latest closings and trash pickup adjustment in Howard County for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

$6M Offered By HoCo Exec To Buy Camp Ilchester From Girl Scouts

The Girl Scouts of Central Maryland plans to sell Camp Ilchester despite considerable opposition. HoCo Exec Ball has offered $6M to save it.

Apply Now For 2 HoCo Library Board Trustee Seats To Be Filled

The deadline to apply for one of two seats on the Howard County Library System’s board of trustees is Jan. 7.

Historic Ellicott City Jail May Receive New Life Thanks To Grant

A $250,000 grant to Preservation Maryland aims to assess the possibility of reusing the historic 1850 Ellicott City jail.

New Logo For Howard County Autism Society Unveiled

The Howard County Autism Society has unveiled a new logo that symbolizes community, strength, equality, diversity, pathways and connection.

How To Mail A Letter To Santa From Ellicott City

The U.S. Postal Service’s annual Operation Santa program helps fulfill holiday wishes in Ellicott City and across the country.

Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up In Ellicott City Area

The U.S. is experiencing a severe blood supply shortage.

Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up In Ellicott City Area

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives coming up nearby.

Glenwood Library Branch Reopens Soon After 14-Month-Long Project

The Glenwood Library Branch in Howard County will reopen with a ribbon-cutting Dec. 4 to celebrate the building's renovation.

What's Open, Closed For Veterans Day 2021 In Howard County

Veterans Day will result in some closures Thursday including all county government offices, the court system, library and animal shelter.

Sensory-Friendly Playground Opens At Centennial Park North

Centennial Park North's new sensory-friendly playground features expression swings, a Zero-G swing chair and a nonverbal communication board

Tell Someone In Ellicott City You’re Grateful For Them

Write a letter showing your gratitude for someone or something in Ellicott City and we’ll publish it in November.

Vantage Point Hosts Virtual Panel Discussion Wednesday, Nov. 10

Residents will answer questions about senior living options and lifestyle

Native American Heritage Month Celebrations Begin Saturday

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month this November in Howard County with dancing, singing, crafts, vendors, storytelling, food and more.