Search Heightens For Missing Man As Temps Plunge | Patch PM

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Overnight Search Fails To Find Man With Dementia: Police

"With current freezing temperatures, we have dedicated around-the-clock manpower to this active investigation, but so far we have been unable to locate him," police said of the missing 65-year-old Maryland man. Officials from the state and two counties are involved in the search.

Maryland Weather: Bomb Cyclone To Make For Dangerous Commute

What forecasters are calling a "bomb cyclone" is expected to deliver blizzard conditions along the East Coast, including Maryland's Eastern Shore. Parts of the state may see an inch to 12 inches of snow accumulating.

Harford Correctional Recruit Fired After Arrest: Sheriff

A correctional recruit has been terminated from the training academy after he was charged with sex offenses involving a minor, authorities say.

Megabus Offers Annapolis-To-New York City Trips

The company touts its luxury double deckers with free Wi-Fi, at-seat power outlets, and panoramic windows as a green alternative way to travel. Trips start on Jan. 10.

2 Vehicles Stolen In 1 Hour As Owners Left Them Unattended: Police

A man and woman from out of state have been charged in connection with two vehicles stolen in one hour in Havre de Grace, police said. The vehicles were unlocked and warming up at the time of the thefts.

Bethesda's Katie Ledecky Named AP Female Athlete Of The Year

The Associated Press called the 20-year-old Maryland woman the "world's best swimmer in the post-Michael Phelps era."

Also Worth a Look Today

• $1.5M Damage Estimate In Cape St. Claire Fire That Injured 2
• Cecil County Public Schools Make Weather Decision For Thursday
• 4 Baltimore City Schools Closed On Wednesday
• Columbia Man Paralyzed From New Year's Eve Shooting
• Bethesda Woman Wins Big In Maryland Lottery
• Jericho Road WOW House In Historic District
• Early Registration Now Open For La Milla de Mayo Run

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