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This week's top headlines from Prince George's County's Patches.

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This week's top headlines from Prince George's County's Patches.

Top headlines from across Prince George's County.
The campus will have four designated areas for smoking, however.
The campus will have four designated areas for smoking, however.
Bilingual candidates with a fluency in English and Spanish are especially encouraged to apply.
Bilingual candidates with a fluency in English and Spanish are especially encouraged to apply.
The town council voted 5-2 to appeal the preliminary plan of subdivision, a move that could cost the town upwards of $20,000.
The town council voted 5-2 to appeal the preliminary plan of subdivision, a move that could cost the town upwards of $20,000.
Shabnam Ahmed enjoyed significant accomplishments but also challenges to her role.
Shabnam Ahmed enjoyed significant accomplishments but also challenges to her role.
Looking for some exciting things to do this weekend? Check out some of the fun things going on around town.
Looking for some exciting things to do this weekend? Check out some of the fun things going on around town.
Here's what's playing in theaters around town this weekend, plus showtimes.
Find local showtimes for the Upper Marlboro area. Take in a flick!
Use #july4md to share your July 4 celebration with your neighbors on Patch.
Use #july4md to share your July 4 celebration with your neighbors on Patch.
A list of what's open and closed for the July 4 holiday in Prince George’s County.
A list of what's open and closed for the July 4 holiday in Prince George’s County.
Fireworks not in the forecast? Check out these alternatives.
Fireworks not in the forecast? Check out these alternatives.