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Information that might lead police to the whereabouts of the man they say killed Julian Kelly nearly one year ago may be worth up to $5,000, according officials. A description of the suspect is posted on Colesville Patch



Some 60 Carroll County volunteer firefighters from Westminster, New Windsor, Pleasant Valley, Reese, Manchester, Lineboro and Taneytown responded to a single-alarm fire at 164 West Main St. in Westminster. What kind of flame could have warranted such a response? Find out on Westminster Patch.

Second Climbing Instructor Charged in Sex Offense
Two weeks after a climbing instructor from Earth Treks in Columbia was charged in a sexual assault of a minor, a second Earth Treks instructor is facing sex offense charges. Elkridge Patch has the story.


Howard County Police are offering a reward for information about a suspect who they say robbed a gas station of lottery tickets, cigarettes and cash.Pictures of the alleged thief are available for viewing at Ellicott City Patch.


A Sykesville man surrendered to Carroll County Sheriff’s deputies following a week-long search after a domestic altercation on July 4. Details are posted on Eldersburg Patch.


Residents and business owners clashed with police officials from agencies throughout Prince George’s County on Tuesday during a public hearing over a plan to roll out 100 speed cameras in jurisdictions throughout the county. Read what happened and add your thoughts to the comments section on Laurel Patch.

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