Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Maryland Native Wins Best Doritos Commercial in $1 Million Super Bowl Contest

Raj Suri of Ellicott City produced the 30-second commercial 'Time Machine.'

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

Cockeysville Officer, Sparks Family Rescue Emaciated Dogs Abandoned In Glencoe

The dogs, now named Blake and Laya, are recovering with their new family in Sparks.

Need a Gift For Mencken Day?

I found this buried treasure in a Cockeysville antique shop.

Where's Waldman: Scraping His Way

Where can you find this crocodile?

A Year Later: Where Were You for the Earthquake?

An earthquake shook the eastern seaboard of the United States on August 23, 2011.

Full MOOn ShinDig Returns to Ag Center

The festivities are back for a second year in a row.

Creative Kids To Host National Night Out Event

The celebration, which emphasizes crime prevention, is on Aug. 7.

Hunt Valley Golf Club Hosts Celebrity Golf Tournament

Among the competitors are former Orioles and Colts players.

County Animal Shelter Hosts Festival, Rabies Clinic

Pets will also be available for adoption.

Cockeysville Doctor To Jump Off 33-Story Building

Matt Cooper is participating in the Rappel for Kidney Health fundraiser.

Padonia Park Hosts Make-A-Wish Triathlon

More than 200 children are expected to compete in the Sunday race.

Your Photos: 2012 Steeplechase Season

Upload your photos from April's steeplechase races to Patch's gallery.

CONTEST: Is Your Mom the Best in Baltimore County?

For a chance to win a $50 gift certificate, upload a photo of your mom and a note about why she rocks.

Steeplechase Season Climaxes at Hunt Cup

The race has a high purse of $75,000.

PHOTO: Sparks Goddard School Raises $1,077 for Pet Rescue

The school's annual Hop-a-thon raises money for a different charity each year.

Hunt Valley Couple To Dance For Alzheimer's Awareness

Steve and Maria Yang are participating in The Alzheimer's Association's Memory Ball.

My Lady's Manor Set for 103rd Race

The race is the first jewel in the Maryland steeplechase triple crown.

Roar for Autism at Oregon Ridge Park

The park will host Kennedy Krieger's annual bike ride and festival to raise funds for autism research.

Paul's Place Hosts Breakfast Fundraiser

The nonprofit organization hopes to raise $100,000 to support its work.

Creative Kids Collecting Prom Dresses for Charity

The organization provides gowns to local high school girls in difficult financial situations.

Dulaney High Supports Former Student's Troop in Afghanistan

Nicole Alley, 36, has served in Afghanistan for the past two years.

Bessama the Mastiff Left at Shelter By Owner

Check out Patch's featured pet of the week.

GUESS THE RESTAURANT: French Toast Breakfast Platter

How well do you know area restaurants?

Monkees Singer Davy Jones Dies From Heart Attack

The singer had appeared at Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention in Hunt Valley last September.