I was born in Ohio, grew up in Rhode Island and have recently fallen in love with Howard County.
I graduated from Boston University in May of 2010 with degrees in Political Science and Journalism. After a brief stint as a Congressional intern in D.C., I returned to my home in Northern Rhode Island to begin working as a journalist.
I spent 6 months working for Patch in Rhode Island covering a wide range of community news. In August of 2011, I moved back to the D.C. area and began guest editing for a number of Patches, including Greenbelt, Bethesda, Hyattsville and finally, Columbia.
At Boston University, I served as a columnist for the award-winning school newspaper, The Daily Free Press.
I am a passionate Boston sports fan (go Sox) and enjoy following both local and national politics. My hobbies include photography, cooking and skiing.
I enjoy chasing down a good story and meeting new people. Please, never hesitate to send me a comment, tip or story idea.
Students, faculty and administrators of Howard Community College gathered to seal a time capsule at the new Health Sciences Building on Wednesday.
Check out Black Friday sales at major retailers and small businesses around the county.
Organization focuses on local initiatives dedicated to reducing obesity, increasing access to healthcare.
The armed robbery happened as the business was closing, police said.
More details emerge in the shooting at Taco Bell near Snowden River Parkway.
The Pirate Carrying a Mermaid Optical Illusion has been named Patch's Halloween Costume in America. Its creator -- and wearer -- will receive a $5,000 prize for having the most creative and innovative costume.
Route 32 reopened around 2 p.m. after being closed since 8 a.m. to investigate a fatal crash.
Wilde Lake grad Zach Brown caught his first NFL interception for the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, but was tackled by Miami's quarterback.
Headlines from Howard County Patches from Nov. 2 - Nov. 9 2012.
Community Association wants to build 3-acre park complete with a gazebo and bocce courts.
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A befuddling fratricide trial in Columbia makes headlines.
This information is supplied by the Howard County Police Department.
This information is supplied by the Howard County Police Department.
A well-reviewed restaurant in downtown Columbia has shut its doors.
Richard Mojica Jr. admitted to starting a fire underneath a trailer at Sears.
'It was simultaneously awesome, scary and nerve-racking at the same time,' said the Columbia father who delivered his daughter early Tuesday morning.
Scenes and stories from polling places around the county.
Find out about the six candidates running for seats on the Howard County Board of Education
Democrats comfortable, hoping for a strong turnout.
