Lent Begins: Celebrate Ash Wednesday in Maplewood, Brentwood

Patch has a look at where services will be held Wednesday.

Recognize Brentwood Basketball Players Before Senior Night

Are you the parent, friend or loved one of a senior basketball player at Brentwood High? Find out how to post his or her accomplishments on Patch before this week's Senior Night.

Maplewood Teen Charged With Kidnapping, Rape

The teenager was charged Sunday with raping and kidnapping a girl under the age of 16.

Brentwood Football Player to be Honored as Scholar/Athlete

The Brentwood senior and others will be recognized in a ceremony this spring.

Brentwood Qualifies 9 For State Wrestling Tournament

Two freshmen from Brentwood and one from Maplewood Richmond Heights qualified for the state meet.

Man Stole $1,230 With Fake Refunds at Maplewood Store, Police Say

The former employee at Game Stop in Maplewood Commons was charged with theft January 31.

Brentwood Man Witnessed Mardi Gras Shooting

He said it was the last thing he thought he would see in the middle of Mardi Gras.

3 Job Openings In and Around Maplewood, Brentwood

Starbucks, Great Clips, and Schlafly are hiring.

Maplewood Boy Scout Troop Serves Pancakes at Maplewood United Methodist

Sunday was Boy Scout Sunday, and the troop chartered by Maplewood Richmond Heights Elementary hosted a brunch for the church as a thank you.

In Memoriam: Mid-County Obituaries for Feb 2-8

The following is a list of obituaries posted by area funeral homes the past week.

New Chinese Buffet Opens Next to AMC Esquire 7

The manager is 23 and grew up in the BBQ ribs business.

Police: Bad Checks, Shoplifting at Maplewood Commons

The Maplewood Police reports several incidents from Jan. 28 to Feb. 2.

Brentwood Soldier Keeps Up Hockey Hobby in Afghanistan

Pfc. Benjamin Lynch tells the Post-Dispatch how he keeps his favorite game in his life while he's overseas.

Stolen Credit Card Use at Brentwood Promenade

This article contains Brentwood Police crime reports between Jan. 25-28, 2013

MRH Seniors Down Hazelwood Central: Action and Senior Night Photos

Maplewood Richmond Heights boys beat Hazelwood Central for the first time ever, and it was at home on senior night in a big comeback game.

Lawsuit Targets St. Louis YMCA for Sex Abuse During 1980s Swim Lessons

The abuse took place during swim lessons at Mid-County YMCA in Brentwood in 1986 or 1987, according to the lawsuit.

Newest Maplewood Business Sells High-Tech Lighting

St. Louis Lighting Group has moved to Maplewood from a smaller space in Webster Groves.

Real Estate: Homes for Sale in Maplewood, Brentwood

Looking for a home in Maplewood, Brentwood or nearby in St. Louis County? Stop by these open houses this weekend.

Brentwood Aldermen to Discuss State Audit, With Feb. 15 Deadline

A meeting on Feb. 12 meeting will be closed. The state auditor's office will hold a public meeting when the final draft of the audit is ready.

Mid-County YMCA Swim Coach Accused of Sex Abuse in Lawsuit

A lawsuit filed today accuses a coach of sexually abusing two students in the 1980s.

Mardi Gras Activities to Close Some Interstate Ramps Downtown This Week

The Missouri Department of Transportation reports on the St. Louis work zones for February 7-13.

3 MRH Athletes to Continue Football Careers into College

Antar Thompson committed to Missouri, though he was absent from the signing ceremony.

MRH Scout Leader Disappointed National Leadership Delays Decision on Admitting Gays

The Maplewood scout leader said he hopes the national board will "come to their senses, and join the rest of us in the 21st century."

Valentines Means Busy Times for Maplewood's Kakao Chocolate

When you go, check out the windows!

Brentwood Police Officer Honored Twice

Assistant Chief Dan Fitzgerald was recognized at Monday's board of aldermen meeting.

Share Your Athlete's Signing Day Story On Patch

Spread the word about your Maplewood or Brentwood high school athlete's accomplishments on National Signing Day.

Facelift for Mr. Wizard

A Maplewood-based mason has been hired to spruce up Mr. Wizard on the off-season.

Water Street Cafe, Acero, Vom Fass Among Fodor's St. Louis Favorites

Find out what made these Maplewood businesses stand out to the travel blog.

Maplewood Executive Honored for Work Combatting Sex Trafficking

Kimberly Ritter will be honored for her work at FBI Headquarters in April.

Who's Hiring: 3 Job Openings in Brentwood and Nearby

Jobs with Panera Bread, Cintas, and Commerce Bank.

Deer Creek Stores Are in Build-out Phase

The contractor trailer for the center is gone. Now workers are insides each store.

Maplewood Resident and Business Owner Named New Chamber President

Mary Kausch calls herself a LocaVore for Maplewood—she lives, works and plays in this town. And she wants other businesses to join her.

Update: Police to Step Up Patrols After BB Gun Incidents

Windows in Maplewood and Richmond Heights have been hit recently.

Brentwood Petsmart Employee Stole Cash With Faked Returns, Police Say

More than $500 was stolen between Jan. 16 and Feb. 16, 2012, according to Brentwood Police.

Real Estate: Maplewood and Brentwood Homes for Sale

Stop by these open houses this weekend.

Autistic Students Deliver Maplewood Chamber's Directory Citywide

“The exciting thing for us is when Jeannine asked me if we could do this job, I knew that all the kids could do it,” said Betty Berger, school director of Maplewood's Giant Steps school.

Hammer Assault, Bank Robbery and Purse Snatching Are Among Top Police Stories

The three stories were among the most read police stories on Maplewood-Brentwood Patch in January 2013.

Brentwood Theater Student is Cast for All-State Production

Taiza Cole, a junior at Brentwood High School, will play a leading role during the all-state production of Violet next January.

MoDOT: All Lanes, Both Directions on I-64 to Close This Weekend (Hampton to Forest Park Pkwy)

The Missouri Department of Transportation reports on its St. Louis work zones for Jan. 31 to Feb. 6.

NY Post: Schlafly's Offers 'Huge Variety'

The newspaper shared its favorite St. Louis spots.