Bel Air, MD|News|
Another Product Linked To Deadly Listeria Outbreak Has Been Recalled
The products were sold at nationwide retailers, including Walmart and Kroger.
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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Atlanta, GA|News|
GA Special Tax Refunds Start Hitting Bank Accounts: See Latest Timing
Georgia officials were expected to start issuing special surplus tax refunds for some taxpayers this month. Here's the latest timing.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
Major Home Goods Retailer Closing This South Florida Store
The company joins Big Lots, Joann Fabrics, Rite Aid and more in announcing closings just this year.
Megan VerHelst and Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Leesburg, VA|News|
Major Home Goods Retailer Closing Stores In NoVA, Blames Bankruptcy, Tariffs
The company joins Big Lots, Joann Fabrics, Rite Aid and more in announcing closings just this year.
Megan VerHelst and Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Alpharetta-Milton, GA|News|
Boil Water Advisory Issued For Part Of Fulton County
The boil advisory was issued following a water main break, officials said.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
'Razor Blade Throat' COVID Subvariant Emerges: What To Know In FL
The COVID-19 subvariant "Nimbus" is known for its ultra-contagious and painful sore throat, described as "razor blade throat."
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Alpharetta-Milton, GA|News|
'Razor Blade Throat' COVID Subvariant Emerges: What To Know In GA
The COVID-19 subvariant "Nimbus" is known for its ultra-contagious and painful sore throat, described as "razor blade throat."
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Fairfax County Man Arrested For Threatening To Kill Trump
The former U.S. Coast Guard officer was arrested after prosecutors said he spent years making online threats toward the president.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island, RI|News|
Fireworks Laws In Rhode Island: What's Legal On July 4th In 2025
Both the types of fireworks consumers can possess and when they can buy and use them vary by state. Here's what to know about RI laws.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Person With Measles Visited Several Boston Locations, Officials Say
Massachusetts health officials said the person visited Boston between June 7 and June 8.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
Police Seek Help ID'ing Man Pulled From Kankakee River
The man's body was found shortly after noon Friday after authorities responded to a possible drowning.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Across Minnesota, MN|News|
Lawmakers React To Shootings Of Rep. Melissa Hortman, Sen. John Hoffman
Former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband were fatally shot at their Brooklyn Park home on Saturday.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Gloucester Township, NJ|News|
Wildfire In Wharton State Forest Swells To 4,200 Acres, Multiple Roads Closed
The Mines Spung Wildfire started early Friday in Burlington County. An air quality alert is in effect for parts of South Jersey.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Silver Spring, MD|News|
Man Injured In Stabbing At Silver Spring Grocery Store
Montgomery County police said the stabbing happened just after 8:30 p.m. Friday.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Maple Grove, MN|News|
Suspect In MN Lawmaker's Killing Sent Chilling Text, Saying He 'May Be Dead Shortly', Reports Say
The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward, manhunt continues after police say Vance Boetler fatally shot MN Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Dundalk, MD|News|
Amber Alert Canceled After Missing MD Boy Located: Police
Antonio Lamar Jackson was last seen Friday afternoon in Baltimore County, according to local and state officials. An Amber Alert was issued.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Across Georgia, GA|News|
GA Parents Accused Of Giving 1-Year-Old Beer During Dinner: Reports
Authorities said the parents were dining at a Coweta County restaurant when they gave their baby beer, according to reports.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Stormy Weekend In MD Could Dampen Military Parade: See Timing
A flood watch is in effect starting at 6 p.m. Friday for parts of Maryland and Washington, D.C. See the latest forecast.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Stormy Weekend In NoVA Could Dampen Military Parade: See Timing
A flood watch is in effect starting at 6 p.m. Friday for the District and much of Northern Virginia. See the latest forecast.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Relief Plan Amid MD Electric Rate Hikes Announced: See Who Qualifies
The MD initiative will provide a total of $19 million in relief after increased electric rates took effect on June 1. See who qualifies.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
