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Heroes and Remembering the Fallen: The Week's Best of Police and Fire Reporting

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Members of the Howard County Police Department joined with hundreds of cyclists for the 350-mile Police Unity Tour. Honoring fallen officers, the event drew more than 2,000 riders. Columbia Patch tells the story.


The Howard County Fire and Rescue Awards Ceremony honored Howard County emergency service personnel for their heroic efforts. The May 5 event brought together rescuers and survivors, this time under more favorable circumstances. View a video featuring one survivor on Savage-Guilford Patch.


A Toyota Prius struck a man riding a motorcycle on US-29 between MD-108 and MD-175. Preliminary investigation of the collision, which closed the road for 1.5 hours, suggests speeding was a factor. Read more on Elkridge Patch.


Charged with seven criminal counts, the New Life Pentecostal Ministries’ bishop pleaded guilty to second-degree assault to avoid trial. Prosecutors said he assaulted a congregant seeking his help in a family matter. Catonsville Patch has the story.


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