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• Pedestrian Killed by Trash Truck at Silver Spring School
• PE Teacher at Catholic School Charged with Sex Offenses: Police
• Maryland's Best Luxury Hotels for 2017

Walmart, Giant, Wegmans, Whole Foods: America's No. 1 Grocery Store Is?
According to the Daily Meal, Whole Foods Market is No. 1 with consumers. While its higher prices have earned it the nickname "Whole Paycheck," the company is launching 365 lower-priced versions of its store nationwide. California-based Trader Joe's is runner-up for its wide range of reasonably priced products. >>> See more store rankings.

Asian Americans Targeted in Burglary Spree: Police

The Howard County Police Department has issued a warning in particular to Asian American residents after a rash of burglaries was reported in the region. >>> Read more.

Patch Weekend Movie Guide: 'The Space Between Us,' 'Rings,' 'The Comedian'

A kid born on Mars, a horror flick comeback and De Niro as a dwindling comedian. Here are this week's new movies, plus two Netflix picks. >>> Read more.

• Homeowner Shoots Trespasser Who Attacks with Rebar: Police
• Rockville Accountant Charged in Prince George's County Bribery Scandal
• Teen Arrested in Fatal Gas Station Shooting: Police
• Target To Hold Job Fair For New Bethesda Store

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• Woman Shot at Leisure World, One in Custody
• Murder of Columbia Man, Motivated by 'Grudge,' Leads to 10-Year Sentence: State's Attorney
• Bel Air Family 'Unequivocally' Saved by Smoke Alarm: Fire Marshal
• Dangerous Cold: Warming Centers to Open in Anne Arundel County

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