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This Week's Best in Community News

We all have an opinion. You might find one to agree with here, or you might just get riled up.

Patch readers know we’re all about objective news in and around our neighborhoods. But we also like to hear about the thoughts and personal experiences that matter to you. In this round-up we’ve pulled together a bevy of articles about what locals are saying in your neck of the woods.

While cooking locally harvested food is becoming en vogue from California to Connecticut, one Catonsville chef has already embraced the concept; and his barbecue sauce recipe earned him a spot in Gov. Martin O’Malley’s annual Buy Local Cookout. Get the dish on . 

Behind-the-scenes talks indicate that two companies are eyeing the Elkridge site that formerly housed , which closed after the chain’s parent company filed for bankruptcy. Read the full story on .

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Were the female performers for the Arbutus Volunteer Fire Department’s annual parade too scantily clad? Some onlookers certainly thought so, making their opinions public online. In response to the criticism, . For a more detailed version of the story, visit .


After five years of saving countless animals' lives, Small Miracles cat shelter in Ellicott City decided to open its no-kill sanctuary to dogs. It celebrated its move to a more inclusive space with a birthday party and adoption event. Get your paws on the whole story at .

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