Maryland State Police Target 3 Highways on Labor Day Weekend

Impaired and aggressive drivers, be warned; more troopers are out for holiday enforcement.

This Weekend's a Killer: Buckle Up

Car accidents will kill 395 people over the 2014 Labor Day weekend, according to National Safety Council.

Carroll Composite CAP Squadron works with community partners

Carroll squadron cadets & seniors work with MDANG 175th Wing on cook detail.

Feral Cat in School, Dream Homes, Murder-for-Hire Scheme

Police crackdown, Cat Meow Luau, funeral for congressman's wife, SWAT team at hotel and other stories from Maryland Patches.

Funeral Service, Vigil Scheduled for Cookie Harris

The wife of Congressman Andy Harris passed away on Aug. 28.

Police on Lookout for Aggressive Driving in Maryland, DC

Police 'will take every opportunity to educate motorists,' Maryland Transportation Authority chief says.

NFL Wrong on Rice, Whose Hiring Statewide, O.C. Smoking Ban, Cops Save Maimed Dog + Body in Bags Arrest

Plus, real estate open houses; Congressman's wife dies; Labor Day closings; Harford bus crash; and food drive for prizes. Our top MD posts.

Wife of Congressman Andy Harris Passes Away Unexpectedly

Cookie Harris was reportedly rushed to hospital Thursday from Baltimore County home.

NFL Enacts Tougher Domestic Violence Penalties After Ray Rice Criticism

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says of his decision in the Ray Rice case: "I didn’t get it right."

No-Smoking Wave Hits Ocean City Beach

Ocean City leaders have given tentative approval to a law to limit smoking to designated areas on the beach, and the town's boardwalk.

Mount Airy Man Died in Howard County Crash: Police

Police said the man may have suffered a medical emergency before car hit tree, caught fire.

Mall Bathroom Peeper, Hate Crime, OC Drowning, Stepson Stabbed + Back to School Pics

Plus, how horrible are MD drivers; houses for sale; cop who killed puppy pleads guilty; and commuter nightmare coming. Our top MD posts.

Allstate Ranks Baltimore, DC Low on Driver Safety List

Both cities ranked in the bottom ten of American metros in driver safety by the insurance giant.

Cirque Italia

Many people dream of visiting Europe one day, and immersing themselves into its culture.

Casino Opens, Starbucks Kindness, Indecent Exposure, Sobriety Checkpoint

A roundup of the day's headlines from Maryland Patch sites.

When to Travel on Labor Day Weekend in Maryland

The Maryland Transportation Authority gave best time to drive and beat holiday traffic.

Police on Pinterest, First Day School Pics, Cristobal's Path + Women's Equality

Plus, death investigations in Rosedale, Severn, Oxon Hill and Harfod; Bel Air WOW house; winning chefs; and volunteers. Our top MD posts.

Maryland Beachgoers Warned of Rip Current Risk from Cristobal

The tropical storm, expected to become a hurricane by Wednesday, is expected to remain offshore, forecasters say.

Where Does MD Rank for Women's Equality?

WalletHub looked at life expectancy, wages, the number of male vs. female executives and other factors to rank states for women's equality.

Multi Family Yard Sale: Avondale Run Townhome Community on Medinah Circle

Multi Family Yard Sale: Avondale Run Townhome Community on Medinah Circle

Police Seek Help Locating Missing Reisterstown Teen

She has several tattoos that may help identify her, Baltimore County police say.

Body Parts Found; BWI Passengers Pack Heat; Police Kill Suicidal Men

A roundup of unusual stories this week from Maryland Patch sites.

191 Jobs Available Across Maryland

See who's hiring in towns across Maryland Patches.

GOOD NEWS! Hero Cop, Honoring Columbia Mall Victim, More Ice Bucket Challenges + Baby Delivered at Home

Plus, business openings and expansions, volunteers in Anne Arundel, energy prize and Towson app were among this week's uplifting stories

Carroll County Genealogical Society November Meeting

Carroll County Genealogical Society November Meeting

Carroll County Genealogical Society October Meeting

Carroll County Genealogical Society October Meeting

Carroll County Genealogical Society September Meeting

Carroll County Genealogical Society September Meeting, Westminster, Maryland

'Bless You' and Gun Fiction: Are Schools Too Sensitive?

It’s a new school year and administrators walk a difficult line on discipline. What do you think?

Controversial Police Gift, Bicyclists Hit, Maryland State Fair, Heart Sculpture

Counselor accused of distributing child porn, WOW houses, Chipotle-inspired Asian restaurant and other headlines from Maryland Patches.

Fourth annual breast cancer event planned

Making Strides Committee planning fourth annual breast cancer awareness event - a three mile fundraising walk held October 19th in Mt. Airy

How to Get to the Maryland State Fair

Light rail, bus and parking information for the 2014 Maryland State Fair in Timonium.

Puppy Plunge, Police Chase, Murder-Suicide, Road Closures

Shirtless crash victim on the run, elderly dating scam, Columbia mall victim remembered and other stories from Maryland Patch sites.

Congratulations to Carroll's Blue Berets!

The Carroll Composite Squadron as part of the Civil Air Patrol provides extensive opportunities young and older to support their community!

Health: Baby Boomers and the Zumba Craze, by Cynthia P. Barnett

Cynthia Barnett, a spiritual thinker @ colleague of Kat, shares thought provoking insights from her personal experience with the Zumba Craze

Pants-Dropping Trooper, State Fair, Pink Bank Robber and Instagram Porn Charges

Plus, new homes for sale, fire crews deliver baby, unplanned drive-through, Montgomery schools does ice bucket challenge. Our top MD posts.

Mark Your Calendars for the 2014 Reistertown Festival

Labor Day doesn’t mark the end of summer in Reistertown. Find details for the festival here.

Grand Funk Railroad to Play at Maryland State Fair

Classic rock bands, bull rides, chainsaw sculptors and lots of junk food will be on hand when the fair starts Friday.

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival in Gaithersburg, 11/21-11/23

More than 250 of the nation’s finest artisans will display and sell their handcrafted work in Gaithersburg, MD, from November 21-23, 2014.

Man Found Dead in Drainage Pipe Drowned: Police

An autopsy shows the man was intoxicated at the time of the accident in Westminster.

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