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Gas Tax Increase to Be Considered in Infrastructure Jobs Plan
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown said a gas tax increase could help Maryland fund needed infrastructure.

Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown said a gas tax increase could help Maryland fund needed infrastructure.

A town committee hosted the first of its three public hearings on charter amendments regarding council compensation, term limits and other election procedures.
Parents should call ahead to make an appointment.
Prince George's County Executive Rushern Baker nominated John Shoaff, an attorney in University Park, to the county's parks and planning board.
A former councilman, Brosch takes another swing at town council.
University Park's mayor and council met Monday night for their second legislative session in October.
The Maryland Transit Administration will host these sessions for residents to get more information and give feedback.
The plan for the proposed Whole Foods in Riverdale Park has been formally accepted by Maryland National Capital Parks and Planning Commission.
The College Park Halloween attraction closed for an unknown reason.
College Park Patch asked the university's police department why they blared sirens during Thursday's tornado watch.
Mayor and council will meet Monday night for a public hearing, followed by a council meeting.
A look at the headlines from Oct. 10 through Oct. 16.
Police found remains of 11-year-old William McQuain, after his mother was found dead in their home Oct. 12.
The county's public school system is using this time to make up school days lost to inclement weather and the earthquake.
Students learned about famous Hispanic Americans and presented the information to classmates.
A county church is offering families food donations starting Tuesday.
Students learned about famous Hispanic Americans and presented the information to classmates.
New American cuisine with influence from local farm ingredients off the the U Street Corridor.
The mayor and council met Thursday night for a special legislative session.
Only one person is running for the vacancy in University Park's council.