Lawrenceville, NJ|News|
Bristol Myers Squibb To Lay Off More Than 200 Workers In Mercer County
The announcement comes a month after the company said it planned to lay off 67 workers at its Lawrenceville facility.
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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Bowie, MD|News|
Pedestrian Killed Following Police Chase In PG County
Authorities said the pedestrian was struck after police attempted to stop a car in the 3300 block of East-West Highway in Chillum.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
2 Dead After Friday-Night Crashes In Pinellas County: FHP
State police said a pedestrian and a Tarpon Springs man died following separate crashes in Pinellas County.
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West Hartford, CT|News|
Man Charged With Arson Set Fire To West Hartford Apartment: Police
Roman Ruben of West Hartford was arrested Friday after police said he set fire to his apartment at 98 Caya Ave.
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New York City, NY|News|
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo Announces Bid For NYC Mayor
"Our city is in crisis. That's why I am running to be mayor of New York City," Cuomo said in the announcement.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Ex-Fairfax Police Officer Sentenced To Prison In Death Of DC Man
Wesley Shifflett shot 37-year-old Timothy McCree Johnson after he allegedly stole sunglasses from Tysons Corner Center.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
FedEx Cargo Plane Makes Emergency Landing In Newark After Bird Strike
Video of the landing showed flames shooting from one of the plane's engines shortly before the landing Saturday.
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Arlington, VA|News|
Red Flag Warning Issued For NoVA Amid Dangerous Fire Conditions
The combination of strong winds and dry conditions could contribute to the rapid spread of fires Saturday in Virginia, forecasters said.
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Baltimore, MD|News|
Red Flag Warning Issued For MD Counties Amid Dangerous Fire Conditions
The combination of strong winds and dry conditions could contribute to the rapid spread of fires Saturday in Maryland, forecasters said.
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Catonsville, MD|News|
2 Construction Workers Killed In Baltimore Co. Trench Collapse
The workers were removed from the trench at a Catonsville home following a seven-hour rescue attempt, officials said.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|News|
Mother Sentenced To Prison For Child Neglect After Daughter's Death
Cynthia Moore, 42, was arrested in 2023 after her 17-year-old daughter with multiple sclerosis died in her care.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Body Cam Footage Release Delayed After Woman Killed On I-495
Police were pursuing the woman after a suspected carjacking when she fled on foot and was struck by two cars.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Across Pennsylvania, PA|News|
$100K Doesn't Go As Far As You Think In PA, New Study Reveals
A new study by SEOSpace revealed how far a $100,000 salary will stretch in 2025 across all U.S. states.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Morristown, NJ|News|
Drug Trafficking Ring Shut Down In Morris County, 10 Charged
The arrests came after an investigation by authorities into a distribution network that operated primarily in Morristown, prosecutors said.
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Arlington, VA|News|
Blustery Weekend Ahead Before Wintry Cold Returns To NoVA
Windy conditions are expected early this weekend before an incoming cold front brings bitter temperatures back to the DC-NoVA region.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Blustery Weekend Ahead Before Wintry Cold Returns To MD
Wind could gust to 35 mph early this weekend before an incoming cold front brings bitter temperatures back to Maryland.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Best And Worst States To Retire: See Where MD Ranked
WalletHub looked at factors including tax rates, cost of living and quality medical care to determine the best states to retire.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Marylanders Cheat At This Popular Game The Most
A new analysis also revealed that Maryland residents are more likely to cheat than their fellow players when playing popular games.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
This Landmark Is The Most Romantic Place In VA, List Reveals
A new list compiled by Travel + Leisure highlights the most romantic spot in every state. This is where Virginians feel the most love.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
This Park Is The Most Romantic Place In MD, List Reveals
A new list compiled by Travel + Leisure highlights the most romantic spot in every state. This is where Marylanders feel the most love.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff