Monday, April 15, 2013
Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Savage-Guilford Patch.
Stink Bugs Making Way Out of Hibernation Cicadas aren't the only insect expected to pester Maryland residents this spring. Columbia Man Charged in Howard County Robberies Police have arrested the 25-year-old in connection with robberies at Exxon, 7-11. Murder Trial Begins for Robert Jarrett, Charged with Killing Wife The former Elkridge resident is accused of killing his wife and burying her under a shed more than 20 years ago. Breakfast is Served in Howard County Schools Students can now buy breakfast upon arrival at Howard County schools. Car Hops, Burgers and Shakes: Sonic is Coming to Ellicott City The throwback drive-in burger joint is moving in on Route 40. Police to Howard County Students: ‘I’m Begging You Not To’ Drink in Ocean …
Monday, April 8, 2013
Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Savage-Guilford Patch.
New Restaurant Offers Indian and Nepalese Food in West Columbia The restaurant opened March 15. Maryland House Passes Gun Control Bill The amended bill, passed by a 78-61 vote, will go back to the Senate and possibly a conference committee. 5 Spring Activities for Kids in Howard County Meet the bubble guy, feed some goats and see some racing camels as spring descends in the region. Three to Shock Trauma After Truck Flips Over on I-70 In all, six people were taken to the hospital. Ray Rice to Appear in Columbia April 11 Rice will appear at Wegmans Columbia to host a special fundraising event for two charities. Post Critic Says Ale House Columbia 'Worth the Trip' A Washington Post nightlife critic calls the Columbia bar impressive and "a …
Monday, April 1, 2013
Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Savage-Guilford Patch.
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. Ulman, Governor O'Malley Show Support for Same Sex Marriage on Social Media County Executive Ken Ulman joined Governor Martin O'Malley and others in the state to ask the Supreme Court to make same sex marriage legal in the U.S. Opportunities Exist for Affordable Housing in Howard County Howard County's housing market not as affected during nation's housing crisis. Too Much Fast Food in Howard County? According to one study, more than 50 percent of restaurants in the county are fast food. Is that too much? Mall Construction Site Burglary, Purse Thief Returns Purse: Crime Roundup This information is …
Monday, March 25, 2013
Patch brings you the top headlines of the week.
Report: Toys ‘R’ Us Sued for Discrimination A lawsuit says staff at the Columbia store violated the federal Americans With Disabilities Act. Howard Named Healthiest County for Fourth Straight Year Low adult smoking and drinking rates as well as as high school graduation rates contribute to No. 1 ranking. 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. Howard County Fatalities 10 Years After Iraq Invasion Two Howard County residents have died serving in the war in Iraq. Police: Crime Ring Targeting Women Strikes in Howard County Howard County police offer tips on protecting yourself from these crimes. Four High School …
Monday, March 11, 2013
Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Savage-Guilford Patch.
Five Arrests Made at North Laurel DUI Checkpoint Three people were charged with driving under the influence, police said. Merriweather Post Pavilion's Scheduled Acts for 2013 Grammy winners Fun., The Postal Service, and of Monsters and Men are just a few of the popular bands appearing at Merriweather this year. Have a Gun? Police Will Buy it for $100 Howard County police will hold a gun buyback program on March 16. PHOTOS: It's Not Snow Bad Now Scenes from the "snow storm." Court Strikes Down Portion of Sex Offender Registry Law The Maryland Court of Appeals rules that people convicted of sex crimes prior to 2009 do not have to register with the state. Report: Barnes & Noble Chairman Seeks To Buy Retail Stores Leonard Riggio has made a bid…
Monday, March 4, 2013
Patch brings you the top headlines from Savage-Guilford and Howard County.
North Laurel Man Pleads Guilty to Failed Carjacking of Pastor's SUV Prosecutors said the victim managed to wrestle the gun away and fire a warning shot into the ground. Middle School Girl Scouts Help Open New Children’s Library Members of Girl Scout Troop 1508 helped to create a children’s library at the North Laurel/Savage Multiservice Center. Armed Robberies in Laurel, Kay's Diner Burglarized: Howard County Crime Reports This information is supplied by the Howard County Police Department. 3 Arrested After Police Say Sex Solicitation Turned to Assault, Robbery (Update) One person faces attempted murder charges. O’Malley Visits Elkridge to Warn of Effects of Sequestration O'Malley said 12,000 jobs in the state could be lost. Police …
Monday, February 18, 2013
Patch brings you the top news headlines of the week from Howard County.
Bullied Columbia Teen Receives Thousands of Messages of Support After Mother's Social Media Plea After Karen Brocklebank's son threatened to kill himself, she asked for support on social media and it came, by the thousands. Victim in College Park Shooting Attended Ellicott City School Stephen Rane went to Centennial High School. He was killed Tuesday in College Park. Movement to Change School Times Lands in Howard County A local father says high school students are sleep deprived. PHOTOS: Restaurant Celebrates Elkridge Girl Facing Life-Threatening Diagnosis The Breakfast Shoppe in Severna Park recently celebrated "Ava Conklin Day," which honored an Elkridge girl who has been at the center of their recent fundraising efforts. The event …
Monday, February 11, 2013
Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Howard County.
Suspected Door Kick-in Burglars Held Without Bond The two suspects in a string of door kick-in burglaries were arrested in Florida, after skipping a bail hearing in November. Principal Evaluating Safety Procedures at Wilde Lake High James LeMon said the school is continuing to improve safety procedures at the school after an alleged rape occurred inside the school on Monday. Kindergarten Registration Begins in Elkridge Is it time for kindergarten next year? Here’s how to get registered. Columbia Resident Named National Weather Service Director Louis W. Uccellini will be the 16th director of the National Weather Service. Police Seek to Limit Ellicott City Burglaries In a neighborhood where burglaries have risen in the past year, a police …
Monday, January 28, 2013
Patch rounds up the top Howard County headlines of the week.
Ulman Proposes $3 Million in Upgrades to Ellicott City Historic District County official says a rebuilt Lot D, updated stormwater management and land acquisition are all on the table. Elkridge Shop Prepares for Ravens Cupcake Sales Boom The store is getting ready for a large order for Super Bowl 2013. New Symphony Woods Plan Headlines CA Board Agenda A critical discussion of the plan has already begun on local blogs. Snowden Exxon Robbed Three Times Since September Police arrested two people suspected to be involved in one robbery in which coffee was thrown at the gas station's clerk. Schools to Dismiss Early, Commute Could Be Affected by Friday Afternoon Storm Officials are warning that the storm Friday afternoon could cause …
Monday, January 21, 2013
Patch brings you the top headlines of the week in Howard County.
Urn Stolen from Columbia Residence: Howard County Crime Reports An urn containing ashes was stolen from a hallway closet from a Columbia residence. Martin Luther King Day: What's Open, Closed in Howard County Here's a list of closings for the holiday on Monday. Glenelg Teen Seriously Injured after Collision The 18-year-old crashed a Cadillac Escalade into a tree on Triadelphia Mill Road early Friday, according to police. Mall Groundbreaking Signals Beginning of Columbia's Downtown Construction After a few swings of golden sledgehammers, construction will soon begin on the expansion of the Mall in Columbia. Suspended Teachers' Aide Indicted on Sexual Abuse Charges Police say the Baltimore County man inappropriately touched students at the …
