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Prince George's County police officers posted on social media that residents were not to approach the bear and to take any pets and food inside. It was last seen in the 8300 block of Tahona Drive around 12:30 p.m. Monday.
Prince George's County police officers posted on social media that residents were not to approach the bear and to take any pets and food inside. It was last seen in the 8300 block of Tahona Drive around 12:30 p.m. Monday. (Photo courtesy of Prince George's County Police Department)

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

Teen Convicted Of Murder In MD High School Bathroom Shooting

Jaylen Rushawn Prince, 16, of Edgewood was found guilty of first-degree murder in the shooting of Warren Grant, 15, in a school bathroom during a fight over a female student.

Casket Found Dumped Along Busy Road

A full-sized bronze casket was found sitting on the grass next to the sidewalk along Lords Landing Road. Officials warned such dumping is illegal.

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Man Dead After Dispute At Restaurant

Police are asking for the public's help after a man died following an altercation at the Silver Diner in Rockville after a customer was upset with the diner’s manager. A report said the man punched the manager and the customer was being held on the ground, where he became unresponsive.

MD Woman Accused Of Hitting Boy Who Called Her 'Miss Piggy'

A Maryland woman is accused of hitting a boy aboard a flight at the Orlando-Sanford International Airport in Florida.

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Bear Spotted Strolling Around Prince George's Neighborhood

A bear roaming around a Prince George's County neighborhood was relocated to a safer area. Officials think it was the same bear seen strolling through Howard and Baltimore counties.

Explosion At Odenton Water Treatment Plant Draws Firefighters

There was an explosion at a wastewater treatment plant in Anne Arundel County. It was the county's second explosion of the day. See photos.

Explosion On Sailboat In Shady Side Hospitalizes Man: Firefighters

An explosion aboard a sailboat hospitalized a man, Anne Arundel County crews said. His injuries are "serious and possibly life-threatening."

Teen Convicted In Joppatowne HS Bathroom Shooting

A 16-year-old has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old in a bathroom at Joppatowne High School.

9-Vehicle Pileup Injuries 1, Shuts Down 3 Lanes Of I-95

One person was injured in a nine-vehicle pileup that shut down three lanes of I-95, according to police.

Review Of Officer-Involved Shooting Of Man With Grill Fork Wraps Up

The review of a Montgomery County police officer who fatally shot a man armed with a grill fork has wrapped up, state investigators said.

Teen Charged In Theft Of Over 100 Vehicles Across 3 Counties

A 16-year-old faces charges in connection to the burglary of more than 100 vehicles in Prince George's, Howard and Anne Arundel counties.

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