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More Powerful Storms Threaten MD Wednesday
Flood and severe thunderstorm watches are posted for much of Maryland through Wednesday night as more storms threaten heavy rains, flooding.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
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Lightning Sparks 2 House Fires During Thunderstorm That Rumbled Across Howard County
A house and a townhome caught fire after lightning hit both during a thunderstorm that barreled across Howard County.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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3 Honored For Saving Woman's Life At Centennial Lake
A teen and two others have been honored for saving a woman's life after she nearly drowned at Centennial Lake in June.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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K9s To Receive Bullet, Stab Protective Vests Thanks To Donation
Howard County Police K9s will be sporting new bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a donation from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Howard County's New Flag Celebrated At Special Ceremony
Howard County's new flag was unveiled at a special flag-raising ceremony this week.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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2 MD Pizzerias Are Ranked Among Top 50 In U.S.
Some of the best pizza in the country is found at two MD restaurants, according to a 50 Top Pizza guide. Here's where to go for a slice.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
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Fireworks Near Me: Ellicott City July 4th 2025 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Ellicott City and Howard County.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Rainfall Of 2 Inches Per Hour In MD Forecast, Flood Watch Issued
With heavy rain and storms brewing that could dump 2 inches of rain per hour in parts of Maryland, a flood watch has been issued by the NWS.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
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Broken Pipe Floods Senior Healthcare Facility Prompting Evacuation Of Residents
A senior healthcare facility in Ellicott City was flooded by a broken pipe over the weekend, requiring the relocation of the residents.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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RTA Celebrates 1M Riders In 1 Year Milestone With New Campaign
Leaders celebrated the RTA's milestone of reaching 1 million riders in 1 fiscal year and announced a new campaign.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
