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Thursday, April 19, 2012

Share Your Memories of American Bandstand

Whether it's Bandstand or the "Corny Collins Show," dance shows marked an era of change. Where were you when poodle skirts gave way to bell bottom jeans?

  Hearing of the death of Dick Clark probably brought up different memories for different people, depending on their generation. Clark may have been best known as the host of New Years Eve festivities from Times Square but for Baby Boomers, Clark's name was synonymous with rock 'n roll music and the iconic television show American Bandstand. Clark was instrumental in the careers of hundreds of musicians, singers, rock groups and celebrities, and his death sparked an outpouring of sentiment from the Hollywood community. Bandstand also had personal meaning for the generations who watched as America's musical backdrop turned from the Big Band era to a rich mix of genres -- from blues and soul to gospel and Motown, with Clark's cleancut image …

Friday, January 27, 2012

Former Laurel Mayor Dies

Laurel Mayor Harry Hardingham Jr. dies at 97.

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Share the Lives of Those You've Lost in 2011

Share a tribute to lost loved ones with the people in your community.

This year, worldwide, people mourned the loss of such icons as Elizabeth Taylor, Amy Winehouse, Steve Jobs, Christopher Hitchens and race car driver Dan Wheldon. Of course, death on the national or international stage is one thing, but losing those close to us is the most difficult. Did you suffer the loss of someone near to you this year? We'd like to highlight that person's story. What better way to do that than through a photo marking a moment in his or her life. It can be a powerful tribute, with or without words. Submit a photo and caption here -- so our readers can share in your memories.

Monday, December 26, 2011

Share the Lives of Those You've Lost in 2011

Share a tribute to lost loved ones with the people in your community.

This year, worldwide, people mourned the loss of such icons as Elizabeth Taylor, Amy Winehouse, Steve Jobs, Christopher Hitchens and race car driver Dan Wheldon. Of course, death on the national or international stage is one thing, but losing those close to us is the most difficult. Did you suffer the loss of someone near to you this year? We'd like to highlight that person's story. What better way to do that than through a photo marking a moment in his or her life. It can be a powerful tribute, with or without words. Submit a photo and caption here -- so our readers can share in your memories.

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Daily PatchCast

Patch Cast: Blue Skies, American Art, New Jobs and Train Tragedy

Prince George's County news for April 21.

Here's a look at today's headlines around Prince George's County:

Thursday, April 7, 2011

Daily PatchCast

Patch Cast: Health Discussion, Public Safety Forum, New Business in Hyattsville and Mourning a Tragic Loss in Riverdale Park

The April 7 news round up in Prince George's County.

Here are today's headlines:

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Former Howard County Police Chief, WWII Veteran, Dies at 92

G. Russell Walters led a life of public service.

Former Howard County Police Chief and the oldest living Maryland State Trooper has died at the age of 92, according to police. G. Russell Walters, also a WWII veteran, was the County’s police chief from 1969 – 1975 after serving 23 years with the Maryland State Police. He died Jan. 13. “Chief Walters made important changes to the agency that we can still see today,” current Howard County Police Chief William McMahon said in a statement issued Wednesday.  “We are saddened by his death.  Our heartfelt sympathies go out to his family from the entire Howard County Police family.” During his six years as police chief, Walters grew the force and its budget; according to police, he also doubled the number of police officers to more than 100 and …

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