Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Trump OKs Religion In Federal Workplaces: What It Means For NJ Workers
“We’re bringing back religion in our country,” Trump said at a Rose Garden event on the National Day of Prayer in May.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
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I'm a national breaking news editor covering and providing support in several states, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York City, Massachusetts, Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. I re-joined Patch in 2019 as a roving editor before moving to the national desk in January 2020. This is my second stint with the company — I launched and managed Ankeny Patch in Iowa from 2011 to 2013.
Before returning to Patch, I spent four years assisting with marketing and communications for a nonprofit that provided services to people with disabilities. I also spent time as a reporter at the Des Moines Business Record, served as editor of the Britt News-Tribune in Iowa, and started my career as a journalist at the Jackson County Chronicle in Wisconsin.
Reach me at megan.verhelst@patch.com.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Nor'Easter To Lash Parts Of VA With Rain, Strong Winds: Latest Forecast
For much of the East Coast, this will be the most significant storm this hurricane season, forecasters said. See the latest VA forecast.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Nor'Easter To Lash MD With Rain, Strong Winds: See Latest Forecast
For many parts of the East Coast, this will be the most significant storm so far this hurricane season, forecasters said.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
VA Ranked Among The Nation's Safest States, New Analysis Says
To come up with its list, researchers at WalletHub analyzed all 50 states using several measures of safety. See where VA ranked.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
MD Ranked Among The Nation's Safest States, New Analysis Says
To come up with its list, researchers at WalletHub analyzed all 50 states using several measures of safety. See where MD ranked.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Towson, MD|News|
Former MD Dept. Of Labor Employee Charged In COVID-19 Contract Scam
One other person was charged in the scheme which prosecutors said began in February 2020.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Vehicle Involved In Hit-And-Run Crash Sought By Virginia State Police
State police said a trooper attempted to stop the driver for reckless driving before the crash.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
2 Miami Officers Shot, Gunman Dead After Standoff With Police
Police said the incident began around 6:15 a.m. after police received a call about an abandoned vehicle.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Boy, 10, Suffers Serious Burns In Clearwater House Fire
The fire broke out around 8 p.m. Wednesday, according to Clearwater authorities.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Nor'Easter To Target VA With Heavy Rain, Coastal Flooding: See Timing
A powerful tropical wind and rainstorm is expected to impact Virginia in the coming days and could evolve into a named storm.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Nor'Easter To Target MD With Heavy Rain, Coastal Flooding: See Timing
A powerful tropical wind and rainstorm is expected to impact Maryland in the coming days and could evolve into a named storm.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
'Hero' Dog Leads Police To Missing 86-Year-Old Woman In FL: WATCH
"He seemed like he was on a mission," the responding deputy said in an interview. "He practically dragged me to her."
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
MD Launches Loan Program For Furloughed Federal Employees
The one-time, no-interest loan is meant to help furloughed employees in Maryland cover expenses like rent during the government shutdown.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
No Back Pay For Furloughed Feds Threatened By Trump: MD Reaction
The White House says there is no guarantee furloughed workers will receive back pay once the government reopens. MD leaders responded.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Armed Suspect Leads Police On Chase Through Bethesda
Police said the person was holding a woman against her will before fleeing from Montgomery County police.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Rockville Man Dies In Motorcycle Crash In Montgomery County
The crash occurred Sunday morning at an intersection in North Bethesda, police said.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Federal Shutdown Affecting Air Traffic Control, Regional Airports: What To Know In VA
In its eighth day on Wednesday, the federal government shutdown is putting additional stress on U.S. air traffic controllers.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Federal Shutdown Affecting Air Traffic Control, Regional Airports: What To Know In MD
In its eighth day on Wednesday, the federal government shutdown is putting additional stress on U.S. air traffic controllers.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
CDC Updates Guidance On COVID-19 Vaccine: What To Know In VA
The new guidance from the CDC ends months of confusion about the vaccine in Virginia.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
CDC Updates Guidance On COVID-19 Vaccine: What To Know In MD
The new guidance from the CDC ends months of confusion about the vaccine in Maryland.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
