Mutts Matter: Charming Mr. Riley

Meet Riley, an endearing Boxer who adores kids, has a lot of love to give, and will make a great family dog.

Patricide, Billion-Dollar Sale, Protests: News Nearby

Update on 'free-range' parents, cop and mother charged in murder and other news from Maryland Patches.

7-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed, Bank Robber's Bomb Threat, Jay-Z's Freddie Gray Freestyle: News Nearby

Some top posts this weekend in Maryland, including 9 awesome pools on the market. Plus, how you can share your local news.

10 Places in Anne Arundel County to Take Out-of-Town Guests

Have company in town this weekend? Patch readers offer suggestions on some spots your guests should see.

Where to Find the Best Ice Cream in Anne Arundel County

Craving something sweet? Here's a round-up of the top reader picks for ice cream nearby.

Taser Death, Rice Dismissed, Tesla Approved: Maryland News

Parallel parking dropped from driver's license exam, Serial podcast subject wins murder appeal and more headlines from Maryland Patches.

Summer Getaways: Top Maryland Vacation Spots

From hiking trips to relaxing beach escapes, we've rounded up the best places to visit in Maryland, based on reader picks.

Quadruple Murder Arrest, Jay-Z's Baltimore Connection, Blue Angels Overhead: News Nearby

Police out in force for Memorial Day weekend, birdhouse build-off and other stories from Maryland Patches.

Does VP Biden's Tweet Top Blue Angel Pilot's Epic Selfie?

Last year a Blue Angel pilot broke Twitterverse with his selfie in flight over U.S Naval Academy. Is Biden's fly-over photo as awesome?

First Female Blue Angel Comes Home to Entertain Family, Midshipmen

Capt. Katie Higgins of Severna Park says her job shows "women can do whatever they put their mind to."

Freddie Gray Indictments, Human Trafficking Arrest, Ray Rice Charge Dropped + Pool Safety Tips

Plus rabies in Harford, no more parallel parking on test, weekend trooper crackdown, mosquito spraying begins and predatory towing targeted.

Missing Driver's Body Found, Blue Angels in Annapolis, Arrest in Assault of 12-Year-Old: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Maryland, including traffic tied up over spilled milk. Plus, how you can share your news and events on Patch.

Blue Angels, Serial Murder Appeal, $1M Powerball Ticket: News Nearby

Memorial Day weekend happenings and other stories from Maryland Patches.

When, Where to See Blue Angels, Plus Boating Restrictions

The Navy aerial demonstration squadron is practicing over Annapolis Tuesday and will perform Wednesday starting at 2 p.m.

Under Armour Recall, Taser Death, Income Tax Ruling + Neighbor Charged in Rockville Murders

Plus Hogan to re-open Annapolis barrack, mom tackles sex assault suspect, Tesla sales OKed in state, and boater dies, from Maryland Patches.

Train Crash, Double Murder, Best High Schools: Maryland News

Military on alert, former professor sentenced and other top news of the week from Maryland Patches.

Peeping Rabbi Sentenced, Preakness Guide, Midshipman Funeral: News Nearby

Student missing, Dear Jerry concert, policeman charged and other stories from Maryland Patches.

Spring Fling Craft Show This Weekend

The Spring Fling event will be held on Saturday, May 16 with over 40 local vendors and crafters.

Howard Man Dies in Amtrak Crash, $28M Ponzi Scheme, Naval Academy Classmates Mourn + O'Malley for President?

Plus slain couple's obituaries, Joppa house fire, 5 hurt in Kentlands blaze, heroin for sale and Bike to Work Week from Maryland Patches.

'Greatest Man We Have Ever Known' Midshipman Called by Teammates

U.S. Naval Academy student Justin Zemser died in an Amtrak train crash; his classmates wrote to his parents, who lost their only child.

Victims in Amtrak Wreck, Home Collapses, Six Teens Charged in Beating: Top Posts

Some of our top posts in Maryland, including an update on Rockville couple homicide. Plus, how you can share your local news on Patch.

Marylander on $20 Bill, Nation's Top Schools: News Nearby

Reward in Rockville double homicide, courthouse evacuated in Harford County and other headlines from Maryland Patches.

Can Navy's Blue Angel Pilots Top 2014's Epic Selfie?

Naval pilot snapped epic selfie in 2014 as he zoomed above U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. Will we get another awesome pic next week?

Tighter Security on Military Bases, Trooper and 3 Other Hurt in Harford, Rockville Couple Slain + Deputies Kill Suspect

Plus sandy spill closes I-95, Eldersburg man dies in wreck, Jessup prisoner escape, Harford principal dies and more from Maryland Patches.

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Toll Costs Drop, Pope Blesses Mansion Fire Family, Leave Kids at Park Day + Baltimore Police Review Welcomed

Plus, Bay Bridge traffic alert, restaurant inspections, Stevenson's world record exercise ball class and more from Maryland Patches.

Weekend Drivers Urged to Cross Bay Bridge at Off-Peak Hours

State highway officials expect heavy traffic on the Bay Bridge as Maryland residents head to Springfest in Ocean City.

Pope Francis Blesses Photo of Girls Killed in Mansion Fire

A D.C. area priest asked pontiff to pray for family of Lexi and Katie Boone, who were killed, along with their grandparents and cousins.

Elderly Abuse Charges, Missing Hoggle Kids Sighting, Freddie Gray Fallout: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Maryland, including a rally for peace from Prince. Plus, how you can share your news, events and pics at Patch!

Adoption Success: Sadie's Perfect Match

Sadie has come a long way from a hopeless life on a chain in a puppy mill, and is now a happy, loved, and still emerging suburban pup.

Boat Hits Bridge, Best New Restaurant, Blue Angels Coming: News Nearby

Best city for families, pastor-policeman accused of sex assaults and other stories from Maryland Patches.

Prevent Hot-Car Deaths, Former MD Resident Running for President, Gun Fired at Riot Site, and America's Best Town Needs Your Vote

Plus, Cinco de Mayo checkpoints, tracking local pollen counts, Bel Air fire, local jobs, travel ban lifted, and more from Maryland Patches.

Party in the Park - Craft Beer Festival

The Party in the Park is Back at the Severna Park Taphouse

Baltimore Riots, Duckling Rescue, Incompetent Mother: News Nearby

Train fatality, dog saves family, empty Orioles game and other headlines from the week on Maryland Patch sites.

Officers Charged in Freddie Gray Death, Movie Theater Bomber Sentenced: News Nearby

Famed magician officers entertainment in Baltimore, crowdsourcing for fitness center and other stories from Maryland Patches.

New Freddie Gray Evidence, Ravens Hit the Streets, $6.6M Contraband Cigarette Trial: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Maryland, including 8 ducklings saved from a storm drain. Plus, how to share your news, events and pics!

Why Baltimore Burned, Freddie Gray Marches Resume, Marylanders Offer Aid: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Maryland, including a family saved from a fire by their dog. Plus, how you can share your news and events at Patch.

Baltimore Mayhem, Viral Mom Video, Gangs Dispute Police Story + McCormick to Stay in Baltimore County

Plus, Severn shooter convicted, celebs speak out on riots, schools cancel trips to city, local obituaries, and more from Maryland Patches.

Baltimore Riots, Man Killed in Rock-Crusher, Threats to 'Take Out' Police + Locals Help Nepal Quake Victims

Plus, top 10 restaurants in Bel Air, attempted rape behind church, man dies in car fire on golf course, and more news from Maryland Patches.

Roadside Baby, Leave Kids at Park Day, Al Qaeda Hostage Death, Baltimore Protests, Patch Reunites Dog, Family: News Nearby

Jail smuggling scandal, squatters won't leave, Boston Marthon winner and survivor and other headlines of the week from Maryland Patches.