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Dog Attack, Tragedy Remembered, Coach Killed: MD Top News

Here's a look at some of the top headlines from around the state this week.

Man Killed in Trench Collapse in Severn

A 25-year-old construction worker died underneath seven feet of dirt while working to construct a deck at Severn home. It took more than three hours for his body to be pulled from the hole. Hear the 911 calls and read more on Odenton-Severn Patch.

One Year Later, A Small Reminder of Tragedy Posted on CSX Bridge in Ellicott City

This week is the one year anniversary of the death of the Ellicott City teens who were killed when a train derailed in Ellicott City’s Historic District. Read more on Ellicott City Patch.


Police: Annapolis Coach Killed in Edgewater Bike Wreck

Patricia Cunningham, 50, was riding her bicycle on the southbound side of Riva Road when she collided with a minivan collided shortly after 5 p.m. Wednesday in a fatal accident. She was an assistant coach at Annapolis High School. Read more on Edgewater-Davidsonville Patch.

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SEALs Name Camp in Afghanistan for Fallen Edgewater Soldier

Special Warfare Operator 1st Class Patrick D. Feeks of Edgewater was killed in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan one year ago. Read more on Edgewater-Davidsonville Patch.

6-Year-Old Girl Assaulted During Attempted Robbery in Lothian

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The girl was struck by a would-be-robber when she tried to end his assault on her mother, according to police. Read more on Edgewater-Davidsonville Patch.

Prince George's New Hospital Will be in Largo

The county executive recently chose a location near the metro.Read more on Bowie Patch.


Columbia Woman Pleads Guilty to Assault for Shooting at Process Server

The woman swung open the front door, aimed at the process server's head and fired, according to court documents. Read more on Columbia Patch.


Prince George’s County Memorial Library System to Go Cashless Oct. 1

Customers will now be paying by credit or debit card rather than cash for overdue books, CDs and DVDs as well as fines. Read more on Bowie Patch.

3 Women Injured in Shady Side Dog Attack

Police said a pit bull/Labrador mix injured three people, and was then taken by animal control. Read more on Edgewater-Davidsonville Patch.


Police ID Deputy Involved in Fatal Bel Air Shooting

More details are emerging as officials continue to investigate the police-involved shooting in Bel Air Saturday night that killed a 19-year-old. Read more on Bel Air Patch.


Ellicott City's Russell to Start in World Championships

Aaron Russell will be one of the starting six members of U.S. Volleyball's junior team which is playing for the world championship in Turkey this week. Read more on Ellicott City Patch.


Prosecutors: No Charges Will Be Filed in Rockville Doctor’s Death

A Grand jury determined the actions related to Chandrasekhar Korapati’s death in July were “justified.” See the story at Rockville Patch.

Opera Album in the Works for Germantown Soprano

Deborah Sternberg turned to Kickstarter to fund her first album, “The Avian Project.” See the story at Gaithersburg Patch.


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