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Top News: Problems with Frederick Construction, Boston Bombing Victim Fundraiser and is Ellicott City Trashy?

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Is Ellicott City Trashy?

Or is it visitors to town that are leaving their mark in the streets? And what can be done to keep downtown clean?

Construction on Frederick to Cause Occasional Lane Shifts Until Fall

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Construction to upgrade a natural gas line underneath the road surface will cause occasional lane shifts on Frederick Road between Rogers Ave. and St. Johns Lane.

11 Howard County High Schools on 2013 U.S. News ‘Best High Schools’ List

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Find out which high schools in Howard County made the cut in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings.

Pure Wine Cafe Building Patio Overlooking Main Street

Patio will be part of an expansion effort that will double the restaurant’s size when finished in May.

Spot the International Space Station from Ellicott City

The first crew arrived at the station in November 2000. Typically inhabitants stay at the station for six months, according to NASA.

Tough Mudder Witnesses Describe Scene after Ellicott City Man Jumped

Tough Mudder is doing an internal review of safety protocols following the death of an Ellicott City man at its event.

Jury Hands Down Verdict in Jarrett Murder Trial

The jury has decided the fate of a former Elkridge resident accused of killing his wife more than 20 years ago.

Howard County Republican Club Town Hall Meeting

Want to get involved? Come to this legislative wrap-up/town hall meeting with Sen. Allan Kittleman, and Delegates Warren Miller and Gail Bates.

Teen Ballerina Bounces Back from Devastating Injury

After taking a year to recover from an ankle injury, 16-year-old ballerina Ellie Dotson is grateful that she didn't lose faith and is better than ever. Sponsored by Post Grape-Nuts.

The annual awards ceremony highlights excellence in different aspects of police work.

Fundraiser for Ellicott City Native Injured in Marathon Bombing

Erika Brannock had part of her leg amputated, according to a friend, and needs financial support for the long road ahead.

Hole Cut through Wall in Enchanted Forest Burglary: Howard County Crime Reports

All information was provided by the Howard County Police Department.

Ellicott City Man Dies after Accident on Tough Mudder Course

The 28-year-old man died after he jumped into a deep pool of muddy water on an obstacle course in West Virginia.

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