Nationally, home values have significantly increased this year, but experts say growth is likely to slow down in 2014. The map below shows a snapshot of the percentage of homes that increased in value across town.
Go Caroling Day is just around the corner on Dec. 20. If you want to bring joy to the neighborhood, here’s how to get ready.
The half-billion-dollar jackpot is now the second highest in the multi-state game's history.
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Marylanders share tips on how to approach kids about lying, a primer on designer drugs, and holiday memories.
From the Patch family to your family, we wish you a wonderful holiday season and a very happy New Year!
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Parents from Newtown reflect on the last year after the tragedy of the Sandy Hook shootings.
One blogger explains how text messaging is killing our spelling ability and what to do about it.
The crowdsourcing website allows online readers to pitch in toward fundraising efforts for everything from starting a community Christmas event to fighting ALS.
More and more people are working at home as a result of the advancement of technology.
Here's a surprise: retailers are ordering fewer toys this year.
An expert explains how legislation makes possession of prohibited active ingredients a violation of state law.
These meals are portable, easy to freeze in bulk and super-simple.
Those same-day and express services cost more, so get your packages ready early to be shipped on time and within your family's budget.
Gisele Bündchen, supermodel and super mom, shows moms everywhere how easy and beautiful breastfeeding can be.
The crowdsourcing website allows online readers to pitch in toward fundraising efforts for everything from memorial expenses to a marathon.
Make these gorgeous sweet treats this weekend.
Stop fumbling with scraps of cut-out paper coupons and save the high-tech way.
Change up your workout routine to avoid stagnation, one expert says.
The last winner was drawn on Oct. 1.
The TV writer and former Baltimore Sun reporter delivered a critique of journalism, capitalism and his work.
Save cash this season with these delicious DIY holiday gifts.
A year after the shooting, we invite you to send good thoughts Newtown's way.
An expert shares five tips for those sticky situations when you think a child may be lying.
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This spin on a classic grilled cheese sandwich is the perfect lunch or quick weeknight meal.
An old train replica is rescued from obscurity to come alive again at Christmas. What's your holiday tradition?