Fatal House Fire, Christmas Lights Unite Families, Spray-Paint Spree

Local theater showing The Interview, sleeping driver found with loaded guns and other headlines from Maryland Patches.

Father of Missing Kids: 'I Miss Them More Every Day'

Troy Turner will celebrate Christmas with his oldest son, but without his two younger children. He'll also track leads in the case.

ICYMI: 6 Restaurants Open Near Montgomery Village on Christmas Day

Here’s where Montgomery Village residents can go if you don’t want to cook.

Track Santa's Sleigh En Route to Montgomery County

The folks at NORAD are gearing up to chart Santa Claus’ Christmas Eve journey across the globe.

Laundry Burglar, Bronze Star, Drunk Driver, Flags Lowered

College fund for plane crash survivor, bank robbery goes awry and other stories from Maryland Patches.

Gemmell Employer Sets Up College Fund For Daughter

People from across Montgomery County, and the state, want to help a man whose wife and sons died when a plane crashed into their house.

NYPD Shooter First Attacked MD Woman, Bank Robber Tries to Run Down Cop, Mall Flash Mob, and Dog Saved in $125K Fire

Plus favorite bakery, deputies show support for NYPD, suspect wanted police to kill him, last-minute Christmas shopping and more Patch news.

Hold Music Can Be a Thing of the Past

Avoid the wait. Make life easier by letting us call you. You can even choose the time that works best for you.

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.

Stolen Ambulance, Military Blimp, Real Santa, Metro Stabbings

Top posts in Maryland this week also include university president's resignation, stolen cab chase across Bay Bridge and other headlines.

Find The Best Gifts Under $100 With The 2014 Patch Holiday Gift Guide

Shop for everyone on your holiday list, all within your budget.

Michael Phelps Sentenced, Fireman Dies, Cop Saves Teacher

Scammer accidentally dials police, schools consider more religious holidays and other stories from Maryland Patches.

Family: Search Fund for Missing Hoggle Children Depleted

The missing children from Montgomery County have yet to be found, and the fund is now out. The goal is to raise $10,000.

Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Woman

Claire Duffy of Silver Spring was last seen on Tuesday.

Blimp Over I-95, Drunk Driving App, University President Resigns

Possible abduction, Cuban prisoner's faith, casino dealer training and other stories from Maryland Patches.

Van Hollen: Gross 'Kept the Faith' While Imprisoned in Cuba

The Maryland Congressman credits tireless efforts by Alan Gross' wife, Judy, and his attorney with helping to free the Montgomery man.

Rockville Drunk-Driving Victim Remembered as State Announces Safe Driving App

The annual memorial service paid homage to victims of drunk driving accidents in Maryland, including Rory Weichbrod, 26, of Rockville.

Stolen Taxi Cab Chase, Wegmans Recall, and Bank Robbery

Top posts in Maryland include fashion store heist, crash victim rescued, and the Patch tech gift guide.

How to Make Gift Returns Fast and Easy

Know the return policies for Kohl's, Macy’s, Target, Walmart, Toys "R" Us, Old Navy, Victoria's Secret and more before you go.

Shop for the Best Electronics This Holiday With The Patch 2014 Tech Gift Guide

Discover the latest gadgets for the best prices.

Cuba Releases MD Man After 5 Years in Prison

Aid worker Alan Gross of Bethesda, accused of spying in the Communist country, has been freed in a prisoner exchange.

Bottle Bomber, Sobriety Checkpoint, Open on Xmas, School Start Times

Pharmacy robber armed with sword, Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools and other headlines from Maryland Patches.

Police to Escort Santa to The Children's Inn at NIH

Residents can take their donations to Montgomery County Police stations, or donate online. The Santa Ride is Dec. 17.

91-Year-Old Has First Solo Art Show: Color and Chaos

The exhibit will open in January at Friendship Heights Gallery in Chevy Chase.

From Railway Exhibit to Winter Ice Show: Holiday Events at County Parks

Montgomery County parks are offering events through the winter and holiday season. Find full details here.

6 Restaurants Open Near Montgomery Village on Christmas Day

Here’s where Montgomery Village residents can go if you don’t want to cook.

Santa Delivers Happiness, Tourist Rescued, Metro Station Stabbings and Stolen Ambulance Crash

Plus, boy robbed at gunpoint, Hanukkah begins, new EMTs on the streets, more Angel Park donations, new Annapolis shops + local on game show.

Officials Remind Holiday Shoppers to Be Courteous and Safe

Drivers and pedestrians are asked to be alert and aware of their surroundings.

Hanukkah Begins Sundown Tuesday, Local Events Planned

Celebrate Hanukkah with these events in Montgomery County.

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.

Superhero Visits Bars, Mega-Sized Shop With Cop, Columbia Holiday Lights + Latest Plane Crash Details

Plus, weekend events, Geminids metor shower, Annapolis protest march, search for driver in fatal hit-and-run + other Maryland Patch stories.

Superhero Visits Bars, Mega-Sized Shop With Cop, Columbia Holiday Lights + Latest Plane Crash Details

Plus, weekend events, Geminids metor shower, Annapolis protest march, search for driver in fatal hit-and-run + other Maryland Patch stories.

NATIONAL TOUR OF MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL PLAYS FREDERICK, MD.

At the Weinberg Center for the Arts for two shows only Saturday, February 7, 2015!

Special Thank You; Chemical Spill; Mayoral Condolences; Missing Teen

Third ebola patient at MD facility, baby's pic with Santa goes national, fire victim identified and other stories from Maryland Patches.

American Nurse Exposed to Ebola Flying to NIH for Care

The National Institutes of Health in Bethesda has successfully treated two other American health-care workers with the deadly virus.

School Shooting Hoax, Pot Brownie at School, Workers Accused of $55K Theft, Sobriety Checkpoint

Bel Air firefighters called to mall, wife tries to poison husband, local jobs, rain tax repeal proposed + other stories from Maryland Patch.

Montgomery County: Follow These Holiday Shipping Deadlines to Deliver Gifts On Time

Deadlines for guaranteed Christmas delivery are coming up; learn when to ship so your holiday cards and gifts make it to family and friends.

Friends, Strangers Donate More Than $340K to Plane Crash Family

People from across Montgomery County, and the state, want to help a man whose wife and sons died when a plane crashed into their house.

Montgomery County Students Excel on AP Exams

More than 33,600 exams taken in 2014; 74 percent earn college-ready score, says the county school system.

Fatal Fire, Sweetest Santa Pic, 10-Cent Gas, Plane Crash

K-9 prompts search in rain, more details emerge about Gaithersburg plane crash and other stories from Maryland Patches.