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One of Maryland's brightest blocks is celebrating the holidays with some modifications this year: https://trib.al/3IKxQE2
The Miracle on 34th Street in Hampden is still shining bright this year, and the founder has a suggestion for helping the community.
A business specializing in vegan fare that has been at farmers markets around Maryland is now getting a brick-and-mortar location: https://trib.al/QbS5v4B
Vegan Soul Bakery offers one of the broadest selections of vegan food and desserts in the country and is the first of its kind in Columbia.
Has your child written Santa to ask for something funny, sweet or just downright adorable? Show us your child's letter to Santa.
Show us a picture of your child's handwritten letter to Santa to spread some holiday joy this year.
Consumer Reports experts answer your questions about healthy eating and food safety
Consumer Reports experts answer your questions about healthy eating and food safety
A spike in pet scams continues amid the COVID-19 pandemic and as the holidays approach in Prince George's County.
A spike in pet scams continues amid the COVID-19 pandemic and as the holidays approach in Prince George's County.
Somebody found these two cat siblings in August and took them to the SPCA. They've been looking for a home together ever since.
Somebody found these two cat siblings in August and took them to the SPCA. They've been looking for a home together ever since.
A Maryland teen died two weeks after being hit by a car while skateboarding: https://trib.al/wSs9MKc
A teenager who was hit by a car while skateboarding in Montgomery County last month has died, according to police.
These are the best Christmas displays near Prince George's County, Patch readers said. Check out the top photos.
These are the best Christmas displays near Prince George's County, Patch readers said. Check out the top photos.
We asked Patch readers to share their holiday creativity: Here are the Maryland entries in Patch's gingerbread house decorating contest.
We asked Patch readers to share their holiday creativity: Here are the Maryland entries in Patch's gingerbread house decorating contest.
President Trump gave federal workers a Christmas present. https://trib.al/Krr7wsK
President Trump signed an executive order Friday making Christmas Eve a holiday for most federal employees.
A private abode with a swim-up bar. A gated compound with a tennis court. A circa-1900 cottage with a massive walk-in closet.
A private abode with a swim-up bar. A gated compound with a tennis court. A circa-1900 cottage with a massive walk-in closet.
Here's what to expect if you're taking the Metro this weekend.
Here's what to expect if you're taking the Metro this weekend.
A kayaker flipped over and got stuck in the chilly waters of Patuxent River State Park. A helicopter had to hoist the victim to safety.
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A kayaker flipped over and got stuck in the chilly waters of Patuxent River State Park. A helicopter had to hoist the victim to safety.
Maryland's legislators return to Annapolis in five weeks. Their top concerns? Police reform and coronavirus. Here's their plan.
Maryland's legislators return to Annapolis in five weeks. Their top concerns? Police reform and coronavirus. Here's their plan.
Cozy up with your family this holiday season and stream your favorite TV shows, movies and more with AT&T TV. (Sponsored)
Staying home for the holidays doesn't mean being alone — with AT&T TV, you can stream your favorite TV and movies with the ones you love.
Yes, you can still visit Saint Nick this year. Here's where you can see Santa Claus in Prince George's County.
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Yes, you can still visit Saint Nick this year. Here's where you can see Santa Claus in Prince George's County.
Gov. Larry Hogan said Maryland is creating economic opportunities to support businesses and keep them open during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Gov. Larry Hogan said Maryland is creating economic opportunities to support businesses and keep them open during the coronavirus pandemic.
Maryland has joined a lawsuit that accused Facebook of creating a monopoly. https://trib.al/XSKjLjK
A lawsuit filed by the Federal Trade Commission alleges that Facebook has spent years buying the competition rather than competing with it.
Prince George's County temporarily paused indoor dining. This change and more will last until January. Here's what's open and closed.
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Prince George's County added a temporary ban on indoor dining. This change and more will last until January. Here's what's open and closed.
Hanukkah has begun, learn more about the Jewish holiday. https://trib.al/nqfwZZP
At sundown Thursday, Jews around the world begin celebrating Hanukkah, the eight-day "Festival of Lights." What is it? Patch fills you in.
An ultra-cold freezer has arrived at the University of Maryland Medical Center as the Pfizer vaccine moves closer to FDA approval: https://trib.al/D7MJQnc
The flagship hospital for the University of Maryland Medical System now has an ultra-cold freezer for future coronavirus vaccine storage.
What should be the happiest time in this couple's life quickly turns tragic. (via Bridgewater Patch)
Raritan eye doctor Brian Rosenblatt got engaged a week before getting the coronavirus. Brian remains hospitalized, fighting for his life.
Yes, you can still visit Saint Nick this year. Here's where you can see Santa Claus in Prince George's County.
Yes, you can still visit Saint Nick this year. Here's where you can see Santa Claus in Prince George's County.
This discovery was made off the coast of Ocean City: https://trib.al/EfjuC86
The remains of one of 27 submarines commissioned by the U.S. Navy during World War I was detected by side scan sonar.
What to expect from the weather this weekend in the Riverdale Park-University Park area.
A Maryland singer made it to the top nine on "The Voice": https://trib.al/NusYHHD
Maryland singer Tamara Jade made it all the way to the semifinals of "The Voice," but she just missed the finale.
A kayaker flipped over and got stuck in the chilly waters of Patuxent River State Park. A helicopter had to hoist the victim to safety.
A kayaker flipped over and got stuck in the chilly waters of Patuxent River State Park. A helicopter had to hoist the victim to safety.
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Gov. Larry Hogan said Maryland is creating economic opportunities to support businesses and keep them open during the coronavirus pandemic.
Gov. Larry Hogan said Maryland is creating economic opportunities to support businesses and keep them open during the coronavirus pandemic.
Initial unemployment claims in Maryland are on the rise again. Meanwhile, the state is investigating another unemployment fraud scheme.
Initial unemployment claims in Maryland are on the rise again. Meanwhile, the state is investigating another unemployment fraud scheme.
Nominate your favorite Maryland business for best of the year recognition. https://trib.al/QR3INQI
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Maryland Business of the Year.
Gov. Larry Hogan will address the state of coronavirus in Maryland as hospitalizations hit record highs and local leaders add restrictions.
Gov. Larry Hogan will address the state of coronavirus in Maryland as hospitalizations hit record highs and local leaders add restrictions.
Prince George's tightened coronavirus regulations on Thursday. Business capacities are limited even further. Here's what you should know.
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Prince George's tightened coronavirus regulations on Thursday. Business capacities are limited even further. Here's what you should know.
At sundown Thursday, Jews around the world begin celebrating Hanukkah, the eight-day "Festival of Lights." What is it? Patch fills you in.
https://trib.al/Hp7fok5
At sundown Thursday, Jews around the world begin celebrating Hanukkah, the eight-day "Festival of Lights." What is it? Patch fills you in.
Did you have a holiday photo shoot with your pets? If so, we want to see the photos!
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