Columbia, MD|News|
Howard County Awarded $463K To Reduce Health Disparities
The award will be used to reduce health disparities related to chronic disease and COVID-19 infections in Howard County.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
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A South Carolina native, Nikki is a journalist who covers the Southeast for Patch.com. A news junkie with a journalism degree from the University of South Carolina, she strives to provide readers with as much relevant, local content as possible. Have a news tip? Send them to nikki.gaskins@patch.com.
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Baltimore, MD|News|
Monkeypox A ‘Public Health Emergency’: How Many Cases In Maryland?
Monkeypox has been reported in 45 states, including Maryland, as well as the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Maryland Tax Preparer Pleads Guilty To Filing False Tax Returns
Elvis Ghomsi, 44, of Prince George's County was sentenced Tuesday in Anne Arundel County circuit court.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Gaithersburg, MD|News|
MoCo Minority Health Initiatives To Raise Mental Health Awareness
Montgomery County to bring awareness to the unique mental health struggles faced by racial and ethnic minority communities.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|News|
Howard County Seeking Nominations For 2022 Employer Awards
The nomination deadline is noon, Friday, Aug. 19, 2022.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Riverdale Park-University Park, MD|News|
Race Into Weekend With 'Cars And Coffee' Event At Riverdale Park
Gather with friends and family this Saturday at Riverdale Park in Prince George's County to enjoy a car show and caffeine.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
3 Meteor Showers To Light Up MD Skies In July: How To Watch
Three meteor showers — the Perseid, Delta Aquariid and Alpha Capricornids — will be visible this month over Maryland. Here's how and when.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
10 Maryland Hospitals Named Best In State: U.S. News
Here are the Maryland hospitals that are among the best-performing in the state, according to new rankings from U.S. News & World Report.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Most Marylanders Oppose Arming Teachers In School: Patch Survey
Many Patch survey readers say "no" to arming teachers, while others argue that it adds an extra level of security when seconds count.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Hogan Wants BCPS Grade-Changing Independent Investigation To Advance
Gov. Hogan asks State Board of Education to advance independent investigation of grade-changing practices in Baltimore City Public Schools.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect For Parts Of Maryland
Thirteen counties in Maryland are included in the severe thunderstorm watch, according to Accuweather.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
Ghislaine Maxwell Moved To Federal Prison In Florida
Convicted sex trafficker and disgraced socialite Ghislaine Maxwhas been assigned to Tallahassee FCI, federal prison records show.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Orlando, FL|News|
Disney World Ditches 'Fairy Godmother' For Gender-Neutral Titles
Disney workers will be referred to as Fairy Godmother’s Apprentices instead of Fairy Godmothers-in-Training.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Maryland, MD|News|
Hogan Says He Won't Support Cox For Governor In November
Gov. Larry Hogan said Dan Cox's win during last Tuesday's primary will cost his party the governor's seat during the general election.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
Florida Gas Prices Drop 17 Cents To 3-Month Lows: AAA
The state average has now declined a total of 79 cents per gallon since mid-June, according to AAA.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Maryland Among The Best States For Teen Drivers: Study
Maryland was found to be one of the safest states in the nation for teen drivers, according to a new WalletHub study. Here's where we rank.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Virginia, VA|News|
VA Good News: Man Drafted By NY Mets+Special Pup Adopted
Here are more than a dozen stories from the past week that highlight the positive things taking place in and around Virginia communities.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Virginia, VA|News|
Virginia Defies Trend As Pedestrian Deaths Drop In 1st Half Of 2021
While pedestrian deaths are skyrocketing across the country, Virginia has experienced a decrease, according to a new safety report.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|News|
This Maryland Eatery Is 2022’s All-Star, According To Doordash
Food delivery app Doordash recently released this year’s list of the top-rated, most reliable U.S. restaurants.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
FL Cop Accused Of Grabbing Fellow Officer's Throat Charged
Christopher Pullease, 47, has been charged with battery on a fellow officer and evidence tampering, authorities said.
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