Cheaper Gas May Drive More to Hit Road for Thanksgiving: AAA

The Maryland Transportation Authority expects a 1 percent increase in road traffic.

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Campus Shooting Scare; Ice Rink Opens; Mentally Incompetent Mom

Why to be wary of windshield bait, lakefront pathway finished, sexually abusive teacher and other stories from Maryland Patches.

New Sexual Abuse Charges Filed Against Former Teacher

Montgomery County Public Schools officials say more students have reported a former substitute teacher acted inappropriately.

National Philharmonic Brings Music of Handel to Bethesda

The Strathmore will host the National Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorale Dec. 20, 21 when they perform Handel’s famous work, Messiah.

Mother of Missing Children Declared Incompetent to Stand Trial

Catherine Hoggle’s attorney says her mental state has deteriorated to a point that “emergency medication” is needed.

Top 10 Holiday Scams to Guard Against

Watch out for fake charities, online efforts to steal your personal and banking information, and gift card scams.

ICYMI: 12-Foot Turkey to Lead Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade

The Thanksgiving parade is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 22, rain or shine in Silver Spring.

Thanksgiving Parade, Sugarloaf Craft Festival, '101 Dalmatians', 5K Run in Winter Lights: Weekend Events

Also in Montgomery County, "Touch," "The Little Mermaid," Pike & Rose Tree Lighting, "Tiny Tim's Christmas Carol" + Strathmore concert.

$100 Bill on Your Windshield: Gift or Hoax?

Maryland authorities are warning residents of scams targeting drivers in mall parking lots.

Police Pimp Sentenced, Holiday Sobriety Checkpoints, Gym Rescue, Firefighter's Funeral Procession

Maryland gains Main Street community, fire and police chiefs named, man admits to toddler porn and other stories from Maryland Patches.

Holiday Sobriety Checkpoints, DUI Patrols Begin

Drivers in Montgomery County should expect police to focus on drunk drivers through Jan. 10.

10 Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Montgomery County

Because a Thanksgiving-sized dinner comes with a mega-sized cleanup, here’s a few spots to dine out.

MoCo Parents: 'Fingertip Amputations' Prompt Recall of Graco Stollers

The Consumer Product Safety Commission says there have been 11 reports of finger injuries from the 11 models of strollers to date.

Best Black Friday Deals: JCPenney, Macy's, and ... Rite Aid?

These three Montgomery County retailers have the highest average discounts for Black Friday, according to one survey.

Crash Closes School, 'House of Cards' Casting Locals, Bel Air Road Rage, Hit on Annapolis Witness

Plus, Bowie shoe thieves, missing boater found dead, Black Friday deals, Small Business Saturday plans + more stories from Maryland Patches.

Mutts Matter: Casey's Journey

Casey has had a long journey in his short life, and this puppy mill survivor needs a special family that will give him the life he deserves.

Homicide Investigation, Two Crashes, Museum Relocation, School Closures

Funeral procession to cause delays, affordable housing called into question, turf fields named and other stories from Maryland Patches.

County Renters to Gather Nov. 19 to Express Concerns, Organize

A Silver Spring church will hold a community meeting to tackle the topic of whether rents remain affordable in Montgomery County.

2014 Holiday TV Schedule: When to Tune in to Watch Holiday Classics

Find out when your favorite holiday movies will air on network television this season.

As Anniversary Nears, Bethesda Man Remains In Cuban Prison

A U.S. government plan to create a Twitter-like platform in Cuba may have endangered the life of a Bethesda resident held there.

Restaurant Inspections: Chipotle, Fuddruckers, Omo, Pho D'lite and More

The most recent restaurants inspections in Montgomery County.

Maryland Ebola Death, Alleged Kidnapper Charged, Express Lanes Opening Soon

Employer bans smokers, tuberculosis case identified, most expensive condo, dead man found in car and more stories from Maryland Patches.

Renderings of Area's Most Expensive Condo Released

The Lauren in Bethesda is poised to become D.C. area’s most expensive condo by going on the market for $10.5M.

Arctic Blast, Winds to Bring Sharply Colder Temps

Mongtomery Weather: How low with the temps go? National Weather Service says it will feel like (gasp!) Alaska.

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?

Astronaut Lands; Cookie Theft Diverted; Vaccination Crackdown; Veterans Day Monument

Two chiefs step down, missing girl returns, woman creates 'Cancer Diaries' app and other news from Patches across Maryland.

Missing Girl Found; TV Show Filming; Reward for Toddlers

Fallen firefighter's funeral, inmate behaving badly, teen disappears, holiday happenings ahead and other stories from Maryland Patches.

ZooLights, Gin-GRR-Bread Habitat Competition Coming to National Zoo

Over 500,000 LED lights will illuminate the park this winter, and one grand prize winner will nab a tour of the zoo’s panda habitat.

New Allegations of Teacher Misconduct Raised by Students

Montgomery County Public Schools officials say more students have reported a former substitute teacher acted inappropriately.

New Reward Offered for Missing Toddlers; Searchers Needed

Jacob and Sarah Hoggle from Montgomery County were last seen with their mother Sept. 7, 8. Residents are asked to check their property.

FBI Searches for Missing Girl, Speed Camera Installed, Seasonal Jobs

Plus, Bel Air Christmas Parade, Micro-Shop to open in Columbia, possible lane closures, and more from Maryland Patches.

Have A Voice In The Future Of Education!

Share your perspective on how you use technology for learning in the national Speak Up survey.

Girl Disappears, Religion Out of School Calendar, Clydesdales Coming to Town, Toddler Search Volunteers Needed

Plus, Bel Air jobs, 12-foot turkey in parade, Super Bowl champ fired by school, fake Apple products sold and more from Maryland Patches.

Religious References Stricken From School Calendar

Montgomery County public school students will still have Christmas, Easter and Yom Kippur off next year, but without those labels.

Volunteer Search Groups Needed to Find Missing Toddlers

Jacob and Sarah Hoggle from Montgomery County haven't been seen since their mother left home with them on Sept. 8.

12-Foot Turkey Heralds Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade

The Thanksgiving parade is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 22, rain or shine in Silver Spring.

Chiefs Ousted, Astronaut Lands, Maryland's Newest Monument, Toddler Search Continues

Diamond ring fraud lands woman in jail, dog rescued from meat trade needs one more break and other stories from Maryland Patches.

Pooch That Escaped Dog Trade Needs One More Rescue

The Wheaten terrier rescued from the dog meat trade in Asia and flown to the U.S. has been seen in the Silver Spring and D.C. areas.

Search for Missing Toddlers Passes Two-Month Mark; Family Begs for Answers

The Montgomery County toddlers haven't been seen since their mother left home with them on Sept. 8.