• Andrew MetcalfPatch Staff Verified Patch Staff Badge

  • Columbia, MD

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.

Posting Activity

Columbia|News|

School Burglars Sentenced to Probation

Two Columbia men who burglarized a number of Howard County schools in March and April pleaded guilty to burglary charges on Thursday.

School Burglars Sentenced to Probation
Columbia|News|

10 Ways to Fend Off Stink Bugs

Find out how to trap them, drown them, and generally make your home an unfriendly target for the critters.

10 Ways to Fend Off Stink Bugs
Columbia|News|

Free Coffee Friday at 7-Eleven

The convenience stores will be offering free large coffees from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Friday.

Free Coffee Friday at 7-Eleven
Columbia|News|

5 Things To Know: 9/27

CA board meeting, weather, Orioles and more.

5 Things To Know: 9/27