🌱 Patch AM: 2026 Holiday Bazaar Passport and 7 more events

Be sure to catch Maryland STEM Festival Opening Ceremony on the Laurel Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: See how Laurel’s 20–7 win stacks up statewide.

Also check out Breast Cancer Awareness: Truth vs Myth on the Laurel Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Why a Laurel father died in ICE custody remains unanswered

Spotted on the Laurel calendar: Harbor City Music Company Presents: The Show Must Go On!

🌱 Patch AM: Laurel resident’s death in ICE custody raises questions still unanswered.

Also check out Harbor City Music Company Presents: The Show Must Go On! on the Laurel Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Laurel defense firm just got bigger—what this merger could mean locally.

Spotted on the Laurel calendar: Harbor City Music Company Presents: The Show Must Go On!

🌱 Patch AM: How will the Laurel stormwater pond repair affect Stanfield Road traffic?

You won’t want to miss Harbor City Music Company Presents: The Show Must Go On! on the Laurel Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: New MARC line adds direct Brunswick–Baltimore service through Laurel

Spotted on the Laurel calendar: Harbor City Music Company Presents: The Show Must Go On!

Laurel Military Academy Issues Food Quarantine After Multiple Cadets Sickened

A food quarantine was issued at the Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy in Laurel after cadets became ill after a weekend lunch.

19 People Hospitalized After Getting Sick At Laurel Academy

Investigators are working to determine whether food was a factor after 19 people became ill at the Capital Guardian Youth Challenge Academy.

Napoleon Solo Wins The 151st Preakness Stakes At Laurel Park: Photos

Napoleon Solo won the $2 million purse in the 151st Preakness Stakes in Laurel. See photos from the second leg of the Triple Crown.

MD School Gets Teachers' Lounge Renovated After Flood

Teachers at the Monarch Global Academy in Laurel had their lounge renovated, months after a burst pipe flooded the school.

Talk About ‘U’ Host Kym Lee-King Shares Fibroid Journey on NBC4

The USA Fibroid Centers Ambassador speaks out to ensure local women no longer "suffer in silence".

UpStage Artists Presents American Son

A Powerful, Timely Drama Exploring Race, Identity, and Justice

MD School Makes Decision After Classes Flood

The Monarch Global Academy in Laurel will switch to virtual learning this week after its classrooms were flooded over the weekend.

MD School Cancels Classes After Rooms Flood

The Monarch Global Academy in Laurel closed its doors to students and staff after a pipe burst over the weekend.

“Beyond the 4th: Stories of Laurel’s Freedom Celebrations” Open February 15, 2026

Journey through Laurel’s July 4 celebrations in 1876, 1926, and 1976 plus Emancipation Day, Pride, Hispanic Heritage freedom celebrations

Lightbridge Academy Celebrates Official Groundbreaking in Laurel, MD

Local Childcare Provider Expands Its Maryland Footprint with a New Center, Aimed at Supporting Local Families

Local Newsletter Recognized For Being Informative, Helpful: Best Of 2025

Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter.

The Novel Refuge Recognized For Giving Back To Community: Best Of 2025

Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter.

Residences at Vantage Point Holds Two Pop-In Open House Sessions in November

Chat with residents and staff members in casual welcoming setting, tour model apartments, enjoy refreshments at events on November 15 or 29

Laurel Holiday House Tour December 13

Four stunning historic homes, a historic church and a century-old school festively decorated highlight this Holiday House Tour.

Laurel Photographer Earns Elite International Certification

Ally Ramsey Photography joins exclusive group of 15 worldwide to achieve Certified Boutique Photographer distinction

Howard County's first youth poet laureate featured in program at Residences at Vantage Point on Oct. 17

Oakland Mills High senior will read from her work and discuss her journey of discovery during her one-year tenure as youth poet laureate

Howard County's first youth poet laureate featured in special program at Residences at Vantage Point Oct. 17

Oakland Mills senior Mai-Anh Nguyen will read from her work and discuss her journey of discovery during tenure as youth poet laureate

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Chapters Donate Healthcare Supplies to Prince George’s County Schools

Local chapters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® support school nurses in Bowie, Greenbelt and Laurel, Maryland public schools.

Residences at Vantage Point Hosts Informative Series on Planning for the Future During Retirement

Joy Loverde, author of "Who Will Take Care of Me When I'm Old," is guest speaker on Thursday, Oct. 23

Man Killed At Apartment Complex In Laurel: Police

Detectives do not believe the shooting was random, according to police.

AAA Hosts “Girls’ Night at the Garage” Car Care Event at Laurel Car Care Center

FREE Educational Events in October to Encourage Car Care in Advance of Winter Driving

Residences at Vantage Point Hosts Informative Series on Planning for the Future During Retirement

"Selling a Home in Today's Market" is topic of presentation by real estate professionals on Thursday, Oct. 9

Residences at Vantage Point Hosts Informative Series on Planning for the Future During Retirement

Finances in Retirement features a panel discussion by industry experts on Thursday, Sept. 25

Residences at Vantage Point Hosts Informative Series on Planning for the Future During Retirement

Four sessions include retirement living options, finances in retirement, selling a home in today's market, and expert advice on solo aging

Psi Epsilon Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Establishes ‘Comfort Closets’ for Laurel, MD

by Marsha Mims-Word

AAA Launches New Commanders-Branded MVP Membership

Exclusive Benefits Include Commanders-Branded AAA Membership Card and Opportunities for Fan Experiences and Gameday Tickets

AAA Partners With PMJ Foundation for Back-to-School Drive to Benefit Students in Baltimore Region

AAA Members and Non-Members Can Drop Donated Supplies at Baltimore-Area AAA Locations from July 31 – August 22

Oakland Mills High School Student Reflects Upon Her Year as Howard County's First Youth Poet Laureate

Mai-Anh Nguyen has used her platform to encourage other students and adults to explore the world of creative writing and expression

Residences at Vantage Point Hosts Second Big Idea Competition to Encourage Innovation by Young People

Howard County students pitch projects to solve modern problems for cash prizes from retirement community in Downtown Columbia

Residences at Vantage Point Will Hold a Car Wash to Benefit Alzheimer's Association on Friday, June 20

Volunteers will clean vehicles to kick off annual "Walk to End Alzheimer's" fundraiser, donations by cash or by check will be accepted

Sons of Mystro Featured at Merriweather District's Color Burst Park

Reggae classics, American pop music and their own creations included in free concert June 26, activities at 6:30 p.m., live music at 7 p.m.

The Jogo Project Featured at Merriweather District's Color Burst Park

Jazz and Go-Go fusion band from D.C. opens AMPED in the Park free concert series on June 12, activities at 6:30 p.m., live music at 7 p.m.

Merriweather District Hosts Good Kid-izen Program in Color Burst Park

Free family-friendly activities help teach children values of kindness, responsibility and community and what it means to be a good citizen