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Monday, May 20, 2013

Top News: Cheers for Elkridge, Cricket Field Opens and How Much for a CT Scan?

Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Elkridge Patch.

Cheering for Elkridge Watch the cheerleaders work it, and listen to proud supporters cheer them on. National Police Week 2013: Candles Raised for the Fallen People from around the country take part in a candle-light vigil at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. What’s the Going Rate For a Lawn Service in Elkridge? As part of our new Smart Spending series, Patch wants to uncover the true going rate for various goods and services in town, so you'll know exactly how much you should pay for what you need. Help us out by replying in the comments. Cricket Field Opens in Howard County The president of the International Cricket League even flew in for a visit. Howard County Healthcare Costs: How They Compare The cost of colonoscopies, …

Monday, May 13, 2013

Elkridge Top News: Drugs, Gangs and Baseball

Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Elkridge Patch.

IRS: Elkridge Apartment Used for Stashing Drug Money The IRS says a DC police officer rented an apartment that was used as a meeting place for members of a national drug ring. Majority Look Favorably On Local Government A poll by the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press reports that state and local government fare well as public opinion of federal government declines. Alleged Howard County Bloods Gang Members Arrested, Indicted Federal authorities say the gang members have been operating in Howard County for three years. 'Peeping Tom' Sentenced to 11 Years for Secretly Recording Women Michael McKenny pleaded guilty on Tuesday in Howard County Circuit Court. NWS: ‘Strong’ Thunderstorms Coming to Howard County The National …

Monday, May 6, 2013

Top News: Grace's Law, Bullying App and Lam Running for Delegate Seat

Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Elkridge Patch.

Grace's Law, Death Penalty Repeal, Other Bills Signed Thursday The bill signing was live-streamed over the Internet. Bullied in Howard County? There’s An App to Report That There are several efforts underway in Howard County to combat bullying. Free Coffee for Teachers Next Week Or milkshakes, or smoothies, or frappes ... McDonald's celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week. Clarence Lam to Run for District 12 Delegate Seat Lam, a doctor who is involved in local Democratic politics, announces his intention to run in Elkridge's District 12. FDA Approves OTC Emergency Contraception for 15-year-olds But the FDA's decision does not satisfy a recent court ruling that emergency contraception be made available without age restrictions. Burglar Steals …

Monday, April 29, 2013

Top News: Tough Mudder Witnesses Describe Fatal Jump, Robert Jarrett, Jr. Verdict and Teen Ballerina Bounces Back

Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Elkridge Patch.

Witnesses Describe Scene at Fatal Tough Mudder Jump Tough Mudder is doing an internal review of safety protocols following the death of an Ellicott City man at its event. Long Reach High School on 2013 U.S. News ‘Best High Schools’ List Find out which high schools in Howard County made the cut in the latest U.S. News & World report rankings. Jury Hands Down Verdict in Jarrett Murder Trial The jury has decided the fate of a former Elkridge resident accused of killing his wife more than 20 years ago. Howard County Man Dies at Tough Mudder The 28-year-old man died after he jumped into a deep pool of muddy water on an obstacle course in West Virginia. Jessup Woman Finalist in Chesapeake Bay Naming Contest The Chesapeake Bay Trust have narrowed…

Monday, April 22, 2013

Top News: More Backyard Chickens, A New School Comes Together and the Boston Tragedy Hits Home

Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Elkridge Patch.

Iron Girl Half Marathon to Bolster Security after Boston Bombings An organizer said the race through Town Center in Columbia will have a moment of silence in honor of the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. 12 Howard County High Schools Ranked Among Most Challenging in the Nation The America’s Most Challenging High School rankings is published by the Washington Post. Mutts Matter: Marvelous Max Max is a sweet and playful spaniel-terrier mix who needs a family to love and belong to. Ducketts Lane Elementary to Include Outdoor Classrooms, Gym With Natural Light and More The new Ducketts Lane principal shared details of the school’s interior and exterior in a recent email to parents. Work Vehicles Stolen from County Property in Elkridge…

Monday, April 15, 2013

Top News: Breakfast Begins, Robert Jarrett's Murder Trial Begins and Pink Rabbit Hops On

Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Elkridge Patch.

Breakfast is Served in Howard County Schools Students can now buy breakfast upon arrival at Howard County schools. Murder Trial Begins for Robert Jarrett The former Elkridge resident is accused of killing his wife and burying her under a shed more than 20 years ago. Stink Bugs Coming out of Hibernation Cicadas aren't the only insect expected to pester Maryland residents this spring. Pink Rabbit's Ride at Elkridge Library Ends A new sculpture replaced the "Pink Rabbit" this past Friday. Violent Crime Down, Burglaries Up in 2012 The 2012 countywide crime statistics were released by Howard County Police on Tuesday. Howard County Firefighters Burn Houses for Training Howard County firefighter trainees participated in a controlled burn on …

Monday, April 8, 2013

Top News: Elkridge Library Gets County Support, Kudzu Invades Elkridge and Cicadas to Overtake East Coast

Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Elkridge Patch.

Ulman's Proposes Funds for New Elkridge Branch Library Howard County Executive Ken Ulman unveiled the fiscal year 2014 budget on Monday. Fighting an Invasion, one Vine at a Time One local man is waging war on vines in Elkridge and beyond. Cicadas Return: 17-year Cicadas to Overtake East Coast by the Millions In May, cicadas in Maryland and along the Eastern seaboard will wake from their 17-year sleep. Ulman Supports Medical Marijuana, Doesn't Take Position on Decriminalization Medical marijuana and decriminalization of small amounts of the drug are issues currently being debated in the Maryland legislature. NRA Aims to Arm Teachers, Personnel for School Safety Howard County, Maryland educators not so sure. Maryland House Passes Gun Control…

Bill

4:59 pm on Tuesday, April 9, 2013

That is interesting news about the Elkridge Library. My family uses it and we are very appreciative of our library system. As an aside, the ugly pink rabbit is missing. Not that I am complaining, but what happened to it?   more ›

Monday, April 1, 2013

Top News: New Development in Hanover and a Neighbor Spots a Burglar

Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Elkridge Patch.

ICC Speed Limit Officially Increased to 60 MPH This Past Weekend Weather permitting, officials will change posted limits on Friday and Saturday. Two Industrial Buildings Coming to 17-Acre Site in Hanover Company officials have said they do not yet know who the tenants will be. Infant Injured in Howard County School Bus Accident The 1-year-old was riding in an Acura when the vehicle collided with a Howard County school bus, police said. Dream Home Howard County: Have Your Own Theater Room Don't want to go to the gym? No problem, as you have your own in this Patuxent Chase home. Parents, Students Encouraged to Attend Ocean City Senior Week Session Parents, students to learn dangers of underage drinking in Ocean City during Senior Week. …

Monday, March 25, 2013

Top News: No Money For Sound Barrier and a New Economic Development CEO from Elkridge

Patch brings you the top headlines of the week.

SHA: No Construction Money for Elkridge Sound Barrier But the state is in the process of designing the 750-foot wall, a process that will take about two years. Free Rides to Volunteer Activities for Seniors Now Being Offered Find out from a Patch blogger how to take advantage of a service being offered in Howard County. Father and Two Sons Charged with Attempted Murder in Savage The family members allegedly attacked the father's estranged wife's boyfriend at the woman's Savage home. Elkridge Death One of Two in County 10 Years After Iraq Invasion One Elkridge resident has died serving during the war in Iraq. New Trial For Man Convicted of Murdering Phylicia Barnes A judge said prosecutors didn't share required information. Howard Named …

Monday, March 11, 2013

Top News: Elkridge Defense Business Expands, Kay's in Jessup is Burglarized and a Wimpy Winter Storm Comes and Goes

Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Elkridge Patch.

Elkridge Defense Company to Expand The announcement came when Governor Martin O'Malley visited to talk about sequestration. Elkridge Road Closure Sunday Due to Suicidal Man Police said they closed Montgomery Road while they negotiated with the man. Kay's in Jessup Burglarized Again. Twice: Crime Roundup This information is provided by the Howard County Police Department. Have a Gun? Police Will Buy it for $100 The Howard County Police Department is holding a gun buyback program on March 16. Winter Storm Warning for Baltimore/DC Area Cancelled What was to be an epic winter March storm turned out to be a bunch of rain. Slots Revenue Rises More than 7.5 Percent in February Maryland Live! saw revenue rise from $35.9 million to $38.34 million. …

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