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With a price tag of $70 million, the new University of Maryland Laurel Medical Center​ located at 7150 Contee Road offers a variety of medical services including outpatient surgery and a full emergency department.
With a price tag of $70 million, the new University of Maryland Laurel Medical Center​ located at 7150 Contee Road offers a variety of medical services including outpatient surgery and a full emergency department. (Photo courtesy of the University of Maryland Medical System)

MARYLAND — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all across Maryland. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

New Hospital Opening

A new hospital is opening in Maryland at a cost of $70 million.

Flag Ban Proposed

A flag ban was proposed by a school board. It could could prohibit military and LGBTQ+ pride banners.

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Blue Angels Photos

The Blue Angels flew over Maryland this week. Here are Patch’s best photos and videos from the air show.

The Blue Angels flew in the Naval Academy Air Show this week. The jets are shown here in Annapolis. (Jacob Baumgart/Patch)

Best Secret Beaches

Two of the nation’s best secret beaches are in the Old Line State.

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World's Biggest Bounce House

The world’s largest bounce house just opened. Here’s a peek inside.

Rapper Steals From Church: Police

A rapper is accused of stealing LGBTQ+ pride emblems from a church. The suspect said it was a religious protest.

State Trooper Hospitalized

A state trooper was hospitalized after a work zone crash.

Investigators believe that speed and impairment may have been factors in a crash that occurred early Monday inside a work zone on the Inner Loop of the Capital Beltway. (Maryland State Police)

Ukrainian President's Surprise Graduation Speech

The Ukrainian president gave a surprise graduation speech to Maryland students this week.

Ceremony Honoring Veterans

A Memorial Day ceremony will honor late veterans, including one who died in Pearl Harbor.

Ex-Cop Shared Child Porn

A former police officer was sentenced to prison after he was accused of sharing child pornography.

Child Sex Trafficking Lies

A former Senate candidate apologized for lying about a fake child sex trafficking ring.

Foster Parent Shortage

One county has a shortage of foster parents, forcing some kids to move far from their hometown while they await adoption.

Family Angered By Drunk Driver Sentence

A drunk driver’s sentence angered the victim’s family, who said it isn’t enough jail time.

Help House Fire Victims

A fire collapsed three townhomes, killing pets and causing $5 million in damage. Here’s how to help the victims.

Several GoFundMe fundraisers have been set up to help a few individuals as well as all 18 displaced residents affected by the massive fire that destroyed multiple Aberdeen townhouses, causing $5M in damage and killing pets. (Photo courtesy of the Office of the State Fire Marshal)

Adnan Syed Seeks Help From MD Supreme Court

Adnan Syed, who was featured on the “Serial” podcast, is asking the Maryland Supreme Court for help in his case.

Attempted Murder On School Bus: Police

Police are looking for a 15-year-old who was accused of attempted murder on a school bus.

Drones Smuggled Drugs Into Prison: AG

Drones were used to smuggle drugs into a prison, prosecutors said, noting that 15 people were indicted.

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