Could 'Recovery Schools' Fix Maryland's Drug Problem?: Patch PM

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Opioid Epidemic Resurfaces Talk Of Maryland Recovery Schools

Spikes in heroin and opioid overdoses have triggered calls for substantial changes in education systems statewide, including the possible return of recovery schools in Maryland.

Second Victim Accuses Silver Spring Massage Therapist Of Sex Assault

The Silver Spring massage therapist is no longer employed by the business.

Will Hurricane Maria Hit Maryland?

"Following a direct hit on Puerto Rico, Maria is likely to remain a major hurricane as it moves northwestward on Thursday," AccuWeather Hurricane Expert Dan Kottlowski said.

Annapolis Shootings Lead To Edgewater Barricade, Arrests

A suspect in two shootings barricaded himself in a house for several hours overnight before surrendering.

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