Bear Seen Near Campus: Patch PM

Share-worthy stories from the Maryland Patch network to talk about tonight:

2 Bear Sightings Documented By Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

A research campus in Howard County has reported two bear sightings in five days.

MD Helicopter Rescue Team Heading To NC In Hurricane Relief

The crew will leave on Sunday to assist with the recovery effort.

Fight At The Avenue At White Marsh Ends With 1 Stabbed: Police

Fights broke out after restaurants closed at the shopping venue early Friday morning, officials said.

Amazon's Bezos Names HQ2 Decision Deadline

The clock is ticking as Amazon decides where it will go, and Montgomery County is among 20 finalists.

Longer School Day Proposed In Baltimore County

The school system has been out of compliance with state regulations regarding instructional hours.

Resolution Could Give Excused Absences For Political Engagement

Students in Montgomery County may get up to three absences each year under a new proposal.

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• Spiritual Music To Draw Thousands To Faith Fest In Harford County
• For Sale: 10 Maryland Homes More Than 100-Years-Old
• Owner Of Mercedes Missing And Possibly Injured After Car Fire

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