Schools Closed in Cecil, Harford Counties on Monday

Public schools are closed in Harford and Cecil counties on Monday, Dec. 9.

Sweetgreen + Tech, Ray Rice in the News, Rockville Teacher Scandal: Top Md. Headlines

Mall brawl video goes viral, new brew in town, how to circumvent cable TV and more local news.

Healthy Holiday Treats, Hands-Only CPR, Merry Christmakwanzaka: Maryland Local Voices

Locally grown information to comment on and share.

Bellydance Foundations with Viveca

Girls With Staches, Robbers' Major Fail, Someone Did Not Pass Dog-Sniff Test: Weird Md. News

It was a stellar week in weird news.

Best Maps of 2013: Local Obesity Rates

While obesity is still prevalent in the U.S., for the first time the number of poor children who are obese dropped.

From Helping Girls Achieve Their Dreams to Funding a Heart Transplant: Maryland GoFundMe Efforts

The crowdsourcing website allows online readers to pitch in toward fundraising efforts ranging from a grave marker to a mission trip.

Set the Holiday Scene with the Yule Log & More On Demand

Wind Energy vs. Bald Eagle: Audubon Society Blasts Rule on Allowing Eagle Deaths

A new federal rule expands the time allowed for accidental eagle deaths due to encounters with wind turbines.

When to Ship Your Packages for Christmas

Use the interactive calendar below to make sure your gifts are sent in time for delivery by Dec. 25.

Drinking Local, What's With All the Bank Robberies?, Ray Rice Enters Fray: Top Md. News

Army sergeant mom charged, fake animal rescuer sentenced, Smashburger surprise. Maryland news in one click.

Once Buttoned-Up GOP Congressman Grows Beard, Goes Green

Former Maryland Congressman Wayne Gilchrest is educating kids and adults on the environment through the outdoor school Sassafras Environmental Education Center.

Pope Francis Brings New Hope to Maryland's Catholic Faithful

Maryland church leaders say members left the church because of an increasingly secular society, while Catholic parishioners praise the new pope's outreach and focus on people.

Cinema Siren's Best Actor Oscar Contenders for 2014

Is '12 Years A Slave's' Ejiofor staying strong or will 'The Wolf of Wall Street's' DiCaprio steal the spotlight?

Maryland Leaders Hail Nelson Mandela’s Power to ‘Animate the Human Spirit’

“His life changed history” – Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-MD

Online TV That Circumvents Cable Says It Will Expand to Baltimore Area

The four major television networks are taking the service to court, alleging the system infringes on their copyright programs.

Are Marylanders Really Potty Mouths?

Maryland places in the top 5 in a study of people using curse words. Really?

Drivers Worried Whether I-695 Bridge Over Joppa Road Is Sound

A retired state highway employee says the bridge needs work, but state officials say it is structurally sound.

Reduce the Risk of Holiday Fires by Not Hoarding Your Stuff

A local fire official warns against “pack-rat” tendencies.

Last Chance to See Comet Lovejoy in Maryland Skies

If there's a break in the clouds this week you can spot Comet Lovejoy with the help of binoculars right before dawn.

Holiday Gifts for the Gourmand [SPONSORED]

We rounded up the must-have items for the chef or food lover in your family.

5 Great Holiday Crafts to Do With Kids This Weekend

Keep kids busy with these festive and fun activities.

Ideas for Hiding that Pesky Elf on the Shelf

Some creative solutions for our Patch readers.

CDC: How to Tell Flu Symptoms Vs. a Cold

Got the sniffles? Feeling achy? How do you know if it’s the flu? Here are the symptoms of influenza according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta.

MILKSHAKE (Duo): Live @ Deer Creek Coffeehouse

Here's How to See International Space Station Flying Over Maryland

When and where to look for the International Space Station.

Baltimore-DC Weekend Hookup: MARC Train Service Starts Saturday

Finally, a cheap and easy way to get from one city to the other on the weekend.

‘Build a Race Car,’ ‘Buy Top Shelf Liquor’—What Would You Do with Lottery Winnings?

Marylanders dream of winning $1,000 per week, saying they’d use it to pay for Obamacare or maybe move to the top of a mountain.

Mizeur Proposes Strengthening Public Campaign Financing

Del. Heather Mizeur will also be the first gubernatorial candidate to use the state’s current public finance system since 1994.

[VIDEO] How to Stock Your Pantry for Unexpected Guests

It's the holiday season—which means you'll sometimes have more guests than you planned. Here's how to cope.

Have A Healthy Holiday Celebration

Sweetgreen, Started by Local College Students, Gains Big Investor

A firm known for tech investment bets on locally grown Sweetgreen's organic salads.

Walmart Goes Urban, Focusing on Specialty Foods

The Metro area is home to a Walmart test case, which is unveiling a smaller urban store that offers more international food items.

School Prank Gone Bad, Helicopter Free Ride, International Sex-Abuse Case: Top Md. News

Do you fall into this holiday greeting trap? Townhouse fire rescue, police chase in Bethesda -- Maryland news in one click.

Baltimore on List of World's 50 Cities with Most Homicides

Where do Baltimore and a handful of other U.S. cities rank on a list of the world's most violent places?

Happy Holidays? Merry Christmas? What's a Jolly Elf to Say?

Conservatives call it the "war on Christmas." This writer says it might just be a bit of well-meaning confusion.

Small Business Saturday Spending Up But Picture Not All Rosy

Shoppers looking for one-of-a-kind gifts said they chose to patronize local businesses on Small Business Saturday.

Franchot: Government Should Cut Spending 2%; Touts Small Business Growth

The state comptroller recently spoke to business leaders in Crofton and touched on issues ranging from the structural deficit to inheritance taxes.

Violent Black Friday Video, Fresh and Green's Withers, Athensapolis? Top Md. News

Price of Bel Air, grocery chain to close and a Rockville teacher in trouble. Maryland news in one click.

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