Sandy, Race to the Top, Sewage Spill: Top News

Headlines from around Howard County.

  Howard County Weathers Sandy Well Despite some power outages and a few incidents, overall the county stayed safe during the storm. $30 Million Grant Application Fails to Receive Union Signature School Board approves grant, but Howard County Education Association says it doesn’t have enough time to vote on it. Laying the Foundation: Parking Meters on the Way The meters on Main Street in Ellicott City will be installed next week, but won't charge until after Jan. 1 Photos: Hurricane Sandy's Destruction Along East Coast While residents and officials continue to clean up after a superstorm hit the East Coast, we take a look at the most dramatic images from the superstorm. No Mandatory Evacuations on Main Street Officials say the river held …

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Peeping Tom, Main Street Meters and Tragic Death: Top News

A suspected 'peeping tom' was arrested after police release a photo of him to news outlets and parking on Main Street in Ellicott City continues to draw controversy.

  Police Arrest Suspected 'Peeping Tom' Police say Columbia man may have also secretly recorded at least two additional women.  Merchants Ask for Parking Project to be Postponed Steve Lafferty forwards request to the County Executive to postpone meters, sensors after a spirited meeting. Report: Poll Shows Marylanders Support Same Sex Marriage A newly released Washington Post poll shows residents favor upholding the same sex marriage law. Iron Bridge Gives Up Their Shirts After Losing Bet to AIDA Staff at Iron Bridge Wine Co. had to wear shirts saying "I'd rather be at AIDA Bistro & Wine Bar." Medical Examiner: Former Howard High Football Player Died from Drug Overdose Joey Bonavitacola's sudden death was caused by the combined effects of …

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Top News: Suspected Burglars Post Bail, Main Street Parking, Upstairs at Wegmans

The suspected door-kick burglars posted bail, Main Street parking issues and Wegmans reveals what they're going to use that second-floor space for.

  Suspected Door Kick-in Burglars Released on $15,000 Bail Police said the duo stole more than $22,000 in firearms, jewelry and electronics, but were able to post bail of $15,000 each the day after their Oct. 4 arrest. Missing Columbia Woman Last Seen Oct. 1. Friends and family are worried about the whereabouts of Carol Choe, 30, who was last seen at her residence in Columbia on Oct. 1. Main Street Parking: Residents Weigh in The County has scheduled a meeting with Ellicott City Historic District Residents to discuss the possibility of implementing a residential parking permit program alongside a new parking meter system set for Main Street and Maryland Avenue. Wegmans Reveals Use for Upstairs Space The space that was proposed for a liquor…

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