Grenade Does Not Go Boom, Celebrating Thanksgivukkah: Today in Prince George's

Also, local jobs, school safety and trademark infringement in county news today.

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Thanksgiving + Hanukkah = Thanksgivukkah: What You Need to Know

In a rarity, Thanksgiving and the first full day of Hanukkah both fall on Nov. 28 this year. Patch offers some ideas on how to celebrate the two holidays.

Survey: Shopping Encroaching on Thanksgiving Day Activities

While 10 percent of shoppers plan to hit the stores on Thanksgiving, 42 percent of survey respondents said their top priority is visiting with family and 27 percent will watch a football game.

Maryland + Google, Grenade Threat, Bye Bye Blues Fest: Top Maryland News

Story of a steel plant, traffic deaths on rise, new Tanger Outlet Mall ready, set go. The day's news in Maryland in one click.

Thanksgiving Dinner, Appetizer Style

Revamp Thanksgiving dinner with appetizers as the main course.

County Council Sets New Policy to Ensure Public Input in Redevelopment Projects

All interested parties would be able to attend a community meeting on a redevelopment project before bids are sought, according to the new policy.

Wild Map Shows Flow of People to and From Maryland

Maryland lost net population in 2012. See where it went.

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Map: How Are Veteran Communities Changing?

About 200,000 enlisted men and women leave the service every year, and many are eager to buy a home and settle down.

What Are You Thankful For?

Share your photos with the hashtag #thankfulfor or directly to kathleen@patch.com and we may feature you in a national gallery.

Boomerang Kids: When Your Adult Children Ask for Money

Ask yourself these questions before you hand over the cash.

7 Foolproof Tips for Starting Your First Business

Make your business dreams a reality with these savvy strategies.

Baysox Holiday Open House

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Traffic Deaths on Rise in Maryland

More than 500 people died on Maryland roads in 2012.

Maryland Entrepreneur Faces Lawsuit for Using the 'E' Word

A media company aimed at entrepreneurs is suing several budding business owners for using the word "entrepreneur" in their ventues, citing trademark infringement.

Google to Pay State of Maryland $1 Million in Breach of Privacy Case

Officials with Google said that while the search engine went around privacy settings, no personal information was collected.

Black Friday Shopping Guide for Top 9 Maryland Stores

What you need to know before you head out bargain hunting, with links to Black Friday ads.

Driver Walks Away from Fire, Heads Up for the Rocket!, O'Malley and VEEP: Top Maryland News

Porta-potty tragedy, Maryland's minimum wage plan, Google's winter wonderlab. The most-read stories in one click.

Maryland Business Spotlight: Want In?

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‘We All Went into Church to Pray for JFK,’ ‘My Mom Was So Upset, She Went Into Labor!’

The memories pour forth from those who watched the tragedy unfold 50 years ago Friday.

4 Out of 5 Workers Say They Need New Skills

A new survey from Kaplan/LinkedIn reinforces need to keep skills fresh.

5 Programs Helping the Long-Term Unemployed Find Work

Long-term unemployment has surged 213 percent since 2007.

5 Community Campaigns That Could Use Your Help

The list below shows locals who are volunteering -- whether nearby or far away. Click an image to learn more about each of them.

Lifestyle Inflation: How to Earn More, Spend More, and Get Nowhere

Increasing your spending when you get a bigger paycheck isn't a recipe for financial success.

Fidelity Reveals the Secret to Becoming a Retirement Millionaire

Find out the savings habits of people who retire with a comfortable nest egg.

Pricing Workshop: The Price is Right!

Prince Georges: Homes Sold, Pending Sale & Inventory Available

NASA Rocket Launch Set for Skies Over Maryland

Forecast great for seeing the rocket.

Local Relief Organization Seeks Donations for Illinois Deploy

Heroes for the Homeland will deploy to Illinois on Nov. 30.

10 Money Moments That Make You Grow Up

You’re officially an adult when you hit these financial milestones.

Are Maryland Schools Gaming National Reading Test?

The state's schools exclude a higher percentage of special-education students than any other state, says the federal government.

Maryland Firm Leading Research on Measuring Concussions

A Bethesda company is working with the NFL and the military to measure brain injuries, all as a way to help doctors quantify problems.

Porta-Potty Burns, What's Up With Walmart: Today in Prince George's

Also, a '90s rock concert in Annapolis, snowy contradictions and a minimum wage vote Tuesday in Prince George's.

Tell It Like It Is: State Wants Your Feedback on Making Maryland Safe for Bicycles

State officials are asking for public comment on an updated plan to expand biking networks, improve safety and promote biking in Maryland.

Man Critically Burned After Porta-Potty Engulfed in Flames

The man was flown to an area burn unit with life-threatening injuries, authorities said.

Winter Squash 101: Acorn, Butternut and Spaghetti

If it's cold, it must be squash season. Did you know some squash is best cooked whole?

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Deer Runs into Cop, Shop 'Til You Drop, Wrestler to the Top: Maryland Headlines

Tractor Trailer fire closes I-95, condo destroyed and more Obamacare woes. Maryland news in one click.