Columbia|News|
Shots Fired Overnight, Directed at House in Columbia
Howard County Police said someone fired multiple gunshots at a residence in the 5200 block of Candy Root Court.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
- Columbia, MD
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Columbia|News|
With Flu Season in Swing, Clinics Available Later This Week
Howard County Health Department is offering free flu clinics for all members of the public on Jan. 17, Jan. 24 and Jan. 25.
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Columbia|News|
New $50 Million Health Sciences Building Opens at HCC
A ribbon cutting for the new building took place on Monday morning.
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Columbia|News|
Rainy, Mild Monday
Rain is expected Monday, high near 54 degrees.
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Columbia|News|
10 Ways to Use Columbia Patch
10 things you can do to help make Patch better.
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Elkridge, MD|News|
Arson Investigation in Elkridge: Howard County Crime Reports
The following information was supplied by the Howard County Police Department. Arrests do not indicate convictions.
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Ellicott City, MD|News|
Necklaces Stolen, Break-in Attempt Thwarted: Howard County Crime Reports
The following information was supplied by the Howard County Police Department. Arrests do not indicate convictions.
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Eldersburg, MD|News|
Sykesville Teen in Critical Condition After Being Rescued From Burning Car
The dramatic rescue 'took amazing courage,' said Howard County Police Chief William McMahon.
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Columbia|News|
Howard County Police Officer Pulls Teen From Burning Car
Cpl. Craig Ream spotted the burning vehicle on his way into work and swung into action.
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Columbia|News|
Necklaces Stolen, Break-in Attempt Thwarted: Howard County Crime Reports
The following information was supplied by the Howard County Police Department. Arrests do not indicate convictions.
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Ellicott City, MD|News|
Report: Condition Upgraded for Mt. Hebron Teen
Jeffrey Sinclair's condition has been upgraded from critical to serious condition.
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Columbia|News|
Woman Seriously Injured in Apartment Fire on Tamar Drive
Fire officials said the woman suffered life-threatening injuries in one-alarm fire in an apartment building on Tamar Drive.
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Columbia|News|
Teen Killed by Frederick Sheriff's Deputies Serving Howard County Warrant
Deputies were serving a warrant related to a Jan. 8 home invasion in Mt. Airy, in western Howard County.
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Columbia|News|
Second Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches Opens in Columbia
The chain sandwich shop opened its second location in Columbia in December.
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Columbia|News|
Ellicott City Burglary Suspect Arrested in Columbia Dumpster
Police said a man believed to be involved in a string of Ellicott City cat burglaries was arrested after attempting to hide in a dumpster on Tamar Drive in Columbia.
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Germantown, MD|News|
NWS: 2012 Was the Hottest Year on Record for DC
It was also the third hottest year on record in the Baltimore area, according to the National Weather Service.
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Columbia|News|
Talbott Springs Elementary Evacuated Due to 'Smoke-Like Odor'
Students were evacuated in less than two and a half minutes, according to the principal.
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Columbia|News|
Nominations Being Accepted for County Sports Hall of Fame
The hall of fame honors local persons who have made substantial contributions to local recreational sports.
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Westminster, MD|News|
2012 Third Hottest Year in Baltimore Area
It was also the hottest year on record in the D.C. area, according to the National Weather Service.
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Columbia|News|
2012 Third Hottest Year in Baltimore Area
It was also the hottest year on record in the D.C. area, according to the National Weather Service.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff