Parents Nationwide Urged to Take Kids to Park, Leave Them

In honor of an embattled Maryland family, free-range parent supporters want kids who are ready to walk home alone from the park May 9.

Rockville Makes List of 10 Best Cities for Families

Rockville was lauded for its quality schools, low crime rate, and great parks. What do you love about Rockville?

Good News! McCormick Stays in Baltimore, Illusionist Calms Troubled Streets + Dog Saves Family

Plus, Yelp's top Bel Air restaurants, ducklings rescued, farmers' markets open, business growth, Rockville celebrates + other good news.

Good News! Towson Bombing Survivor, Roadside Baby Delivery, Landmark Cafe, Boston Marathon Winner + 13-Year-Old Hero

Plus, Patch reunites dog with family, puppy rescued after 7 hours, farmers' markets opening, business growth and other good news from Patch.

Group Plans Day to Take Kids to Park, Leave Them

Empower Kids Maryland is organizing a free-range parenting event for May 9 in honor of the Meitiv family.

County Council Wants Details on Unattended Child Policies

Montgomery free-range parents who vowed court fight after authorities picked up their children for walking home alone have stirred debate.

Good News! Boy's Special Birthday, Ellen Show Gives $20K to School + Bunny Rescue

Plus, cherry blossom cam, officer recovering from shooting, missing flag returns to Bel Air, best burger + other good news from our Patches.

Readers Call Actions Against Family 'Troubling,' 'Harassing' and 'Abuse of Power'

Montgomery parents who are vowing to go to court after authorities picked up their children for walking home alone have stirred debate.

Embattled Parents to Pursue All Legal Options Against 'Unlawful Seizure' of Kids

An attorney for Meitiv family of Silver Spring says they are outraged by irresponsible actions of Maryland CPS and Montgomery Co. Police.

Check Out the D.C. Blooms on 'Cherry Blossom Cam'

See the world-famous cherry blossom trees live at the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C.

Good News! $1M Lottery Ticket, Fundraiser for Kids Who Lost Parents + Free Chick-Fil-A for O's Fans

Plus, readers share their recommendations for the best al fresco dining spots in town and other good news from Maryland Patches.

Good News! Ebola Troops Home, Puppy Day Photos, Dad Delivers Baby Along I-270 + Local Fundraisers

Plus, Phish tour stops in MD, parents write children's book, snow waiver granted to school system, and how well do you know your hometown?

Kids' Read-a-thon Kicks Off to Support Noyes Library

Read, read, read while raising funds to enhance Noyes Library!

Good News! Plane Crash Rescuers Honored, Best Maryland Getaways, Favorite Proposals + Wedding Stories

Plus, hundreds of local jobs, lacrosse players throw a ball across harbor, one-hour Amazon delivery + follow Maryland in NCAA tourney,

Good News! Live Falcon Cam, St. Pat's Parade, Chocolate Fest, and Where to Take Visitors in Your Town

Plus, retired firefighter saves woman from burning house, job openings, Greene Turtle is back, cross-country run stop in Bel Air and more.

Good News! Chocolate Festival, K-9 Cop Eulogized, Boy Saved from Fire, Teacher of the Year + Readers' Snow Pix

Plus, state champ team honored at statehouse, Maryland's billionaires, Good Samaritans help cop, top speller and more Maryland good news.

Kids Who Walk Home Alone: Neglected or Independent?

The Silver Spring couple says they teach their kids safety and how to be independent. They called the investigation “inhuman.”

Parents Who Let Kids Walk Home Alone Found Responsible for Neglect

The Silver Spring couple says they teach their kids safety and how to be independent. They called the investigation “inhuman.”

Good News! Boy Scouts Honored, Million-Dollar Winner, Michael Phelps Engaged + Film Fest

Plus store openings, ways to volunteer, "House of Cards" new season out, telecommute savings, teachers honored, and more good news.

Good News! Lottery Winners, State's Best Restaurants and Bars + Mission to Mars

Plus, officers recognized for helping residents in frigid temps, ways to volunteer, free parents' night out, and more good news.

Good News! Hero Astronaut, Most Romantic Spot, Valentine Flash Mob + Act of Kindness Club

Plus, million-dollar ticket, restaurant openings, mailman saves a life, kid centenarians, donated vests for police dogs and more good news.

GOOD NEWS! Best Small Town, Towson Eases Parking Rules, Best Wedding Spots + Grandpa Drives 375 Miles to Build Snowman

Plus, fire department fundraisers, lottery winnings comes at just right time, soccer players sign with colleges and more Patch good news.

GOOD NEWS! Polar Bear Plunge, Gold Medal Skaters, Day of Service, Joppa Dog Rescue

Plus, Ravens in bad lip-reading video $1.6M grant for Kingsville covered bridge, Harford leader named and more Patch good news.

Over $100K in Nonprofit Grants to Aid Montgomery County Projects

Community Impact grants, awarded to eight local nonprofits, will support the county’s health, education and financial stability programs.

GOOD NEWS! Most Caring Suburb, Smart Residents, Boy's Hand Saved from Escalator + Restaurant Week 2015

Plus, firefighters and medics honored for rescue, local business openings, new Girl Scout cookies offered and more Patch good news.

GOOD NEWS! 750 Toys Donated, WWII Hero Honored, Best Holiday Lights, + Mall Flash Mob

Plus dog saved from fire, winter coat drive, dump truck rescue + college fund opened for plane crash survivor were some of week’s best news.

GOOD NEWS! Famous Santa Delivers Happiness, Heroes and Helpers, Cop Saves Teacher's Life and Best Holiday Lights

Plus, Christmas festivities, MD man freed from Cuban prison, new schools and new Annapolis businesses were among the week’s best stories.

GOOD NEWS! Hero Medics Thanked, 10-Cent Gas, Christmas Parade and Which MD City Is One of America's Best Holiday Towns?

Plus, Santa letters, helping domestic violence victims, MD’s largest Shop With a Cop outing and local job openings were good news this week.

GOOD NEWS!: Lawyers Save Thanksgiving, Holiday Festivities, Helping Orphans + Free Parking

Plus, ways to volunteer, emergency responders honored, military brass serve soldiers, and Turkey Bowl winner were among week’s best news.

Law Firm Saves Community Thanksgiving

A local firm has stepped in to sponsor a community Thanksgiving to be held at the Silver Spring Civic Center.

GOOD NEWS! Tribute to Zach Lederer, Shop with a Cop, Free Toll Lanes + Small Business Saturday

Plus, Toys for Tots and other holiday efforts, Million Meal commitment, and when are holiday classics on TV were among week’s best news.

GOOD NEWS! New Chapter for HdG Library, Help for Needy in Winter, Super Girl Scouts, National Merit Semifinalist

Positive stories from Maryland Patches this week included women vets honored, Thanksgiving parade, Christmas bazaar, when does Santa arrive?

GOOD NEWS! Dramatic Rescue, Ethopian Center, I-95 Progress

Positive stories from Maryland Patches this week also included retirement of longtime fireman, record-setting hospital donation and more.

Hazmat Mini-Golf, Halloween Costumes, Running Festival Win and More Good News

Our top Good News posts in Maryland include Boy Scout good deeds, Girl Scout cookies and more.

Tammy Darvish Named County Philanthropist of the Year

The vice president of Darcars Automotive Group will be honored for her work to end homelessness at a Silver Spring event.

GOOD NEWS! Arwyn's Home, National Treasure, Harford Day of Action, Healthy School Lunches

Plus opera house renovation, house sings “All About That Bass,” and half-marathon + kayak trip for charity were among week’s best stories.

GOOD NEWS! Boy's Wish Granted; New Businesses Open; Half Marathon Tribute

Maryland restaurants named on America's top 100 wine lists, shelter reduces adoption fees and other positive stories from Maryland Patches.

GOOD NEWS! Kids Open Food Pantry, Patch the Pooch Needs Home, Faith Leaders Unite + Surprise Wedding Proposal

Plus Angel Park approval, dog rescue in Bel Air, teen organizes 5K against violence, families walk to school were among week’s best stories.

GOOD NEWS! HdG Goes Pink for Breast Cancer, Famous Cat Needs Home, Blue Ribbon Schools + Laurrapin Grille Noted

Plus, Teacher of the Year reception, school named for principal, local festivals and Halloween stores opening were among week's best news.

GOOD NEWS! Top Towns to Live in; Orioles Pep Rally; Business Openings + Local Fundraisers

Plus, Bel Air party, fighting breast cancer, supporting Special Olympics, and telemedicine center opening were among the week's best news.