Pup Rescued From Icy Pond: Patch PM

Share-worthy stories from the Maryland Patch network to talk about tonight:

Firefighters Rescue Dog From Pond In PG County (Photos)

Buddy the Doberman was saved by fire personnel after he fell through an icy pond.

Scammers May Target Furloughed Federal Workers, County Warns

Montgomery County warned residents that fraudsters may pose as debt collectors or employers.

MD Weather: Commuters Urged To Leave Work Early Before Snow

"If the snow plows and salt trucks are stuck in normal rush hour congestion, our crews can't treat the roads and motorists may be stuck in snow gridlock for hours," officials say.

Super Blood Wolf Moon Eclipse: When, How To See It In Maryland

A total lunar eclipse — known as a blood moon — occurs during a supermoon Jan. 20-21.

Red Flag Law Used More Than 300 Times In 3 Months In Maryland

At least five of the red flag orders have been connected to school-related threats, according to law enforcement.

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• Gymboree Bankruptcy Could Save MD's Janie And Jack Stores
• Havre de Grace Police Mourn Loss Of K9 Beny
• Skateboarder Injured In Police Car Crash: Officials

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Photo of the dog rescued from an icy pond in Upper Marlboro courtesy of Prince George's County Fire Department Chief Public Information Officer Pete Piringer.