The Prince George’s County Council is considering eliminating county worker pay raises.
In an effort to engage citizens, the City of Laurel is taking it to the streets—literally.
Because Patch can't be everywhere, here are a few things happening in neighborhood that missed our radar.
House Bill 470 would allow children of undocumented immigrants tuition breaks.
People are talking trash and food in anticipation of the possible government shutdown.
Patuxent Riverkeeper Fred Tutman says he wants an explanation from Howard County about pollution in Little Patuxent River.
Federal employees, many of whom live in Maryland, could be placed on furlough if there is a federal government shutdown.
Cuts include pay freezes and fewer sports for summer programs.
Campus officials struggle with how to handle text alerts when informing students of imminent threats.
If approved, a new county board would implement a tax credit program for “green” businesses.
Looking to break into local politics? Just so happens the City of Laurel is looking for a new council member.
A community group is urging the Prince George's County Council to allow chickens on residential property.
At a presentation about wind turbines, speakers try to dispel the belief that turbines and birds don't mix.
County Executive Rushern Baker makes sales pitch for Prince George's County.
A letter from the state attorney general’s office says transportation cuts raise constitutional issues.
City hopes to avoid $3.8 million deficit by freezing pay into 2012. Officials say city residential services will remain the same.
In this week’s collection of Patch government stories, you’ll learn about the latest attempt by Maryland to save local money.
A plan to improve Route 1 for the good of counties surrounding Baltimore and Washington may be starting to move forward.
Groups say Eric Brown should not be “rubber stamped” as the leader of the Prince George’s Housing Authority.
More than a dozen residents showed their support, with many conditions, for a project that would create new, mixed-income developments in Ellicott City
It's time for a little spring cleaning in the city of Laurel.
In this week’s collection of Patch government stories, you’ll learn about the latest attempt by Maryland to save money, and face.
Looking to sale a few items or buy something at a low price? Laurel has got you covered as the city is having a yard sale this May.
A decision by the federal government to keep a major department’s offices in another county won’t deter Prince George’s, an official says.
House Bill 470 would allow undocumented immigrants tuition breaks.
In this week’s collection of Patch government stories, you’ll learn how Maryland may make some revenue—namely with proposed installation of speed cameras and a plastic bag tax.
County Council roundup: taxi drivers fight to avoid monopoly, county sheriff stresses need for more resources.
Patch editors Lisa Rossi and Brian Hooks gave the ICC a test run. They are among those who tried the road before riders are charged toll fees beginning March 7.
Owners of Prince George’s Hospital Center say looming development threatens their survival.
Citing the need to spend more time with her family, Councilwoman Gayle W. Snyder announced her resignation from the Laurel City Council.
Students, teachers and parents say education programs would be irreparably harmed without bus service.
Same-sex marriage bill headed to House, expected to pass.
Prince George's County Council roundup.
By Holly Nunn Capital News Service
The Feb. 14 meeting included updates on homelessness, budgeting, economic development, transportation and the environment.
Tax reassessment notices are bad news for some homeowners, while Homestead Credit may provide relief for others.
Charges against former Councilwoman Marilynn M. Bland dropped, but accuser is still pursuing legal options and possible civil suit.