Columbia|News|
Firefighters Battle Blaze Inside Chimney That Spread To Home's Roof
Howard County firefighters fought a blaze that sparked inside the chimney of a Columbia home. No injuries were reported.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
- Columbia, MD
Reporter covering Columbia and Ellicott City in Howard County, Maryland; Bowie in Prince George's County, Maryland; and Bel Air in Harford County. Veteran journalist who has won numerous awards over the years. Bachelor's degrees in journalism and graphic design, along with a master's degree in journalism. Can be reached at Kristin.Danley-Greiner@patch.com.
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Bowie, MD|News|
Child Porn Charges Filed Against Prince George's Co. Firefighter
A Prince George's County firefighter from Frederick County has been charged with the possession and distribution of child pornography.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Teacher Accused Of Student Sex Abuse Judged By Jury
A jury reached a verdict Friday in the case of a high school teacher charged with sexual abuse against a minor and rape involving a student.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|News|
K9s Receive Life-Saving Donation Of Bulletproof, Stabproof Vests
The hardworking K9s with the Howard County Police Department have received a donation of bulletproof and stabproof vests for the 8 canines.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Beloved Restaurants Close + 4 Groceries Shutter + Toy Stores Return: MD Business
Restaurants in Edgewater and Annapolis closed recently, while two cherished toy stores are back, and an MD lottery player won $1 million.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
SUV Crashes Into Side Of Building, No Injuries Reported
An SUV crashed into the side of a building in Glenn Dale Friday shortly after noon. No injuries were reported.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Fire Breaks Out In Laurel Townhouse Basement
An early morning fire sparked in the basement of a Laurel townhouse. Firefighters from Howard County and Prince George's County responded.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Alligator With Mouth Taped Shut Rescued By Deputies
Harford Co. sheriff's deputies, along with a rescue, helped save an abandoned pet alligator with its mouth taped shut that would've froze.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Original Artwork Sought For HoCo Open
The Howard County Arts Council has put a call out for original artwork for its annual non-juried exhibit.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
32 Can’t-Miss Things To Do In MD This November
From draft horses to life-sized ice sculptures, fireworks to Christmas tree lightings, concerts to musicals, Patch has the scoop on MD fun.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
K9 Ruger Dies After Successful Career In Drug Detection
Despite a crippling injury, K9 Ruger learned to walk again. This summer he went on one more "mission," then passed away Wednesday.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Drop Off Unwanted Meds At These Sites For National Drug Take Back Day 2025
Residents can dispose of their unwanted, unused medications Saturday at National Drug Take Back Day at several locations.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Chain Closing 4 More Grocery Stores In MD
Four more grocery stores in one chain will close in Maryland, including three in Prince George's County and one in Montgomery County.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|News|
Lane Closures Expected For Road Project Along Court House Drive
Drivers should be aware that both lanes of Court House Drive will be alternately closed for a project that starts soon.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
Toys R Us Opening Pop-Up Holiday Shop At The Mall In Columbia
Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Toys R Us has opened a pop-up location at The Mall in Columbia.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|News|
New Clocktower Plans Revealed On Back To The Future Day
County and city leaders have launched a Back to the Future campaign to help raise money to replace Old Ellicott City's clocktower.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Garage Fire Sparked By Ford Mustang's Engine
A garage was destroyed and nearby homes damaged after officials say a Ford Mustang's engine caught on fire.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Columbia|News|
See Where 2 MD Cities Rank Among Country's Safest In 2025
A report analyzed how safe U.S. cities are on everything from public health issues to disasters and shootings. Two MD cities are ranked.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Havre de Grace, MD|News|
Free Potassium Iodide Available To Harford Co. Residents At Distribution Event
People who live or work within 10 miles of the Peach Bottom Atomic Power Station should get potassium iodide in case radiation is released.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Abandoned Day-Old Puppies Found Along Trail Rescued By Good Samaritan
A good Samaritan stumbled upon day-old pups abandoned along a trail. HSHC told Patch that 3 surviving pups are thriving in a foster home.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
