Columbia|News|
OPINION: Affordable Care Act Important for Women's Health
"Women make up the backbone of this great country, so there is nothing more patriotic–or right–than supporting the Affordable Care Act."
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
- 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.
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Columbia|News|
Iron Bridge and Clark’s Take Farm to Table Across the Street
The farm and the restaurant work together to produce creative dishes using fresh ingredients.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Speak Out: Are Columbians Too Busy?
Does being one of the richest communities in the United States make Columbians over-scheduled?
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Nine Break-Ins, Safe with Foreign Currency Stolen: Columbia Crime Roundup
The following information was supplied by the Howard County police department. It does not indicate a conviction. Crimes were reported between July 13 and July 17, 2012.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|News|
Howard County Restaurant Weeks Guide
A guide to the more than 20 restaurants participating in Howard County's "Farm -2- Table" restaurant weeks.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Eldersburg, MD|News|
Sykesville Business Participates in Howard County Restaurant Weeks
A guide to the more than 20 restaurants participating in Howard County's "Farm -2- Table" restaurant weeks.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Report: Howard Hughes Negotiating with Whole Foods, Again
The development company is reportedly once again talking to the upscale grocery chain about leasing the Howard Hughes building.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Howard County Restaurant Weeks Guide
A guide to the more than 20 restaurants participating in Howard County's "Farm -2- Table" restaurant weeks.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
One Passenger Remains in Critical Condition after Fatal Accident
Two other passengers involved in a fatal accident early Thursday morning in Columbia have been discharged from the Maryland Shock Trauma Center.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
CrunchDaddy Releases Four New Flavors, Gets HowChow Nod
'It's hilariously imaginative.' - local food blog HowChow.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Charter Deli Celebrates 10 Years in Columbia
"When I opened, this was just a cornfield," said owner Tom Nash.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Mall Redevelopment Plans Approved
The plan calls for an additional 43,500 square feet of retail and restaurant space to be added to the mall.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Planning Board Delays Decision on Symphony Woods
Residents worry that too many trees will be removed as part of the development of the Town Center park.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Three Robberies in 10 Days: Columbia Crime Roundup
The following information was supplied by the Howard County police department. It does not indicate a conviction. Crimes were reported between July 3 and July 12, 2012.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Update: Early Morning Collision Kills Columbia Teen, Three Injured
A Columbia teenager was killed in a 3 a.m. collision on Thursday night, alcohol may have been involved.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Columbia Home Tour Raises $3,500 for Charity
Home tour organizers present $3,500 check to charity to ease foreclosures.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
CA Planning Dog Park for Harper's Choice
The Harper's Choice Village Board approved the plan unanimously on June 5.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
No Drugs or Alcohol Found in Body of Man Killed by Trooper
The mother of Daryl Berry, a Columbia native, wonders why Pennsylvania State Police have not released information related to the shooting death of her son.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
No Dash Cam Footage from Pennsylvania Turnpike Shooting
A Pennsylvania state records official tells Patch no footage exists from the night police said Columbia native Daryl Berry was killed by a state trooper.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Wegmans Evacuated after Small Kitchen Fire
No injuries were reported, and the Columbia store has been re-opened.
Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
