Glen Mar, a United Methodist Church, welcomed a new pastor in July 2025.
OEC Bucks will be available on a first-come, first-served basis starting Saturday. Here's where you can snag yours.
Organizers announced recently that the 2025 Main Street Music Fest has been canceled but will make a return in the fall of 2026.
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County officials have unveiled a new app that supports local businesses at the start of the 2025 Summer Restaurant Weeks.
The community is encouraged to bring items to be donated during the 3rd annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive.
A man reported being robbed at gunpoint outside a business in Ellicott City Aug. 4, according to Howard County Police.
A public meeting later this month will highlight plans for the East Columbia Library Park.
Howard County Police welcomes residents to National Night Out Tuesday at Blandair Park East. There also will be 20 block parties Tuesday.
The Maryland 3,000 Adoption Challenge is underway this month with the goal of participating shelters placing 3K pets in loving homes.
At Rockburn Elementary, Ms. Tas builds a classroom where every child feels seen, supported and excited to learn.
County officials and the police department have implemented parking restrictions for Thursday afternoon and evening due to a flood risk.
Howard County officials have tapped Jeremy Clancy as the department’s newest deputy chief. He has served with the department for 20 years.
Howard County's rec and parks department has teamed up with the Lincoln College of Technology - Columbia Campus for more workshops.
Howard County students can pick up a pre-filled backpack brimming with school supplies on a first-come-first-served basis next month.
Drivers should be aware that a road closure and detour will be in place when a pedestrian bridge near Whole Foods is demolished next month.
An 18-year-old employee at an Ellicott City day school and summer camp has been charged with possession of child pornography and fired.
Drivers should be aware that a brief road closure will be needed this summer during a road project in Jessup.
A Jessup man has been playing the lottery since 1973. He recently claimed a $50K winning scratch-off lottery ticket.
A Howard County police officer has won $50,004 playing Powerball. He stopped to get gas and food at a Royal Farms store, plus the ticket.
Unknowingly maybe, but still intentionally putting your residents at risk of harm. That’s how I look at it.
The Chesapeake Shakespeare Company and the Baltimore Center Stage both have received a grant from Howard County and the Arts Council.
The Doula Partnership Program, a first of its kind, brings together trained, certified doulas and the health department to help families.
Heavy rains fell Sunday and Monday in Ellicott City in a short period of time, causing streets to flood, officials shared.
Mai-Anh Nguyen used her platform to encourage other students and adults to explore creative writing and expression
Howard County students pitch projects to address modern problems for cash prizes from retirement community in Downtown Columbia
Flood and severe thunderstorm watches are posted for much of Maryland through Wednesday night as more storms threaten heavy rains, flooding.
A teen and two others have been honored for saving a woman's life after she nearly drowned at Centennial Lake in June.
Howard County Police K9s will be sporting new bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a donation from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Ellicott City and Howard County.
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With heavy rain and storms brewing that could dump 2 inches of rain per hour in parts of Maryland, a flood watch has been issued by the NWS.
A senior healthcare facility in Ellicott City was flooded by a broken pipe over the weekend, requiring the relocation of the residents.
Leaders celebrated the RTA's milestone of reaching 1 million riders in 1 fiscal year and announced a new campaign.
A German shepherd stuck in a water-filled manhole over the weekend has been rescued and reunited with its owner, officials report.
High temps forecast for the week has prompted officials to alter curbside collection times in accordance with MD's new Heat Stress Standard.
A fire broke out Thursday afternoon in a garage in Ellicott City, which spread to the attached home, according to the fire department.
Maryland was hit by damaging winds and heavy rain Thursday, knocking out power to thousands. Here's when power could be restored.
Volunteers will clean exterior of vehicles to kick off annual "Walk to End Alzheimer's" fundraiser, donation by cash or check accepted