Ocean City leaders have given tentative approval to a law to limit smoking to designated areas on the beach, and the town's boardwalk.
Plus, how horrible are MD drivers; houses for sale; cop who killed puppy pleads guilty; and commuter nightmare coming. Our top MD posts.
NACAC celebrates its 25th anniversary of public service.
Gus Boesl, certified master electrician and chief operating officer of Kolb Electric, explains the benefits of whole house surge protection.
A man already in jail faces a new round of weapons charges after a narcotics unit searched his home.
A suspect in a stabbing hopped a commuter train, so Anne Arundel County police stopped the train and made an arrest.
Both cities ranked in the bottom ten of American metros in driver safety by the insurance giant.
The suspect reportedly exposed himself to a woman and her 10-year-old daughter as they shopped at the Glen Burnie Goodwill store.
An unknown woman in uniform told Hanover Starbucks employees to use the $200 on her gift card to buy coffee and treats for others.
A cafe and coffee shop and a child development space will open by fall at the Gambrills development.
Anne Arundel County Police say the resident yelled at thieves that he had a gun, and they fired off a shot before fleeing the house.
A Severn man reportedly pointed a handgun at another resident during an argument. Police say the found a stolen gun at the man's house.
The Maryland Transportation Authority gave best time to drive and beat holiday traffic.
Many people dream of visiting Europe one day, and immersing themselves into its culture.
Plus, death investigations in Rosedale, Severn, Oxon Hill and Harfod; Bel Air WOW house; winning chefs; and volunteers. Our top MD posts.
The tropical storm, expected to become a hurricane by Wednesday, is expected to remain offshore, forecasters say.
Students returned to the classroom Monday -- and at least one ALS ice bucket challenge was done -- in the Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Volunteers can help at the county's emergency preparedness fair, a literacy program, YMCA Camp Letts and other nonprofit groups and events.
Whether you head to the beach or enjoy a backyard cookout this Labor Day weekend, remember to protect yourself from the sun.
WalletHub looked at life expectancy, wages, the number of male vs. female executives and other factors to rank states for women's equality.
A roundup of unusual stories this week from Maryland Patch sites.
See who's hiring in towns across Maryland Patches.
Anne Arundel County Police Department has launched a Pinterest page to house public service announcements, events, wanted fliers and more.
A Glen Burnie man died early Saturday from head injuries he suffered, possibly falling from a van in the Severn area, police say.
Plus, business openings and expansions, volunteers in Anne Arundel, energy prize and Towson app were among this week's uplifting stories
It’s a new school year and administrators walk a difficult line on discipline. What do you think?
Counselor accused of distributing child porn, WOW houses, Chipotle-inspired Asian restaurant and other headlines from Maryland Patches.
Chief Kevin Davis responds after local police union makes $1,070 donation to officer involved in Ferguson, MO, shooting.
Find out what’s open and closed on Monday, Sept. 1.
Light rail, bus and parking information for the 2014 Maryland State Fair in Timonium.
The union representing AA police officers has donated to a defense fund for the officer involved in a fatal shooting in Ferguson, MO.
Police said James Tinker worked at Anne Arundel Counseling Center and there is no evidence he had sexual contact with children.
Shirtless crash victim on the run, elderly dating scam, Columbia mall victim remembered and other stories from Maryland Patch sites.
A Laurel man faces a murder charge for allegedly killing the man dating his estranged wife. Police say the suspect then shot himself.
The department is being recognized for its Making the Link program that promotes the resources it offers.
Want to watch dogs participate in a bikini contest and pie-eating contest?
Find which streets will be closed Sunday on a rolling basis for the Striders’ Ten Mile Run.
The winning ticket will be drawn at the museum’s Oyster Festival.
The shooting deaths of black Missouri teen Michael Brown and Kendall Green, a black man from Glen Burnie, will be the focus of the rally.
Plus, new homes for sale, fire crews deliver baby, unplanned drive-through, Montgomery schools does ice bucket challenge. Our top MD posts.