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New Childcare Center Opening In Columbia
Lightbridge Academy will offer childcare for infants through prekindergarten, along with summer camps and programs for school-age children.

Lightbridge Academy will offer childcare for infants through prekindergarten, along with summer camps and programs for school-age children.

The new eatery will be taking over the space that previously housed the Sunset Cove in Middle River, according to a report.
The former milk processing plant in Howard County could be redeveloped for industrial, commercial or residential uses, brokers say.
The 6,000-seat entertainment venue would be a smaller version of the Sphere in Las Vegas.
The popular pizzeria was selected to represent the state on Food & Wine's list of award-winning pizza shops.
A new dining experience is expanding to Burtonsville, offering families a convenient one-stop shop.
The celebration of life is being held for Yen Lee, who worked at the Bethesda Crab House for more than three decades.
Several layoff notices are set to take effect over the next few months, impacting the commercial and defense industries.
Berries and Bowls held its grand opening earlier this season and has rolled out some favorite fall flavors.
Over 30 hospitals in Maryland were named in a new 2027 ranking for specialty care. See how medical facilities in the Old Line State fared.
Cornerstone Grill and Loft in College Park lost its liquor license for 90 days and fined $7,500 per the county license commissioners board.
A volunteer fire station is weighing its options to see if it can still hold its annual Christmas train garden display.
Nonprofit treatment center will expand research efforts with a new freestanding facility in Havre de Grace that includes studying GLP-1s.
The Michelin-recommended New York restaurant Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao announced it will be opening at The Mall in Columbia.
Always Ice Cream Company is growing its footprint in Montgomery County, with a second location planned for Bethesda.
A Baltimore County senior living facility is now under new ownership as an out-of-state operator expands into Maryland.
The administrative offices of the Anne Arundel County Public Library will be calling the Aviation Business Park home next year.
A Timonium mansion that recently sold for millions was built in 2010 and designed by local designer Patrick Sutton.
The newly launched cafe will operate from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Annapolis, according to a report.
After serving Baltimore County for more than a century, Dundalk Florist says it will close in November.
Several businesses are shaking things up around Anne Arundel County. Here's what you need to know.
Last week's business news included a jewelry shop closure, food grown for the food bank and a hotel turning into a senior living facility.
Four of the five businesses are expected to open by the end of the year at the Hunt Valley Exchange.
A jewelry shop that's been around for more than 30 years is permanently closing at the Kentlands Market Square shopping center.
The property served as the home of Mike's Inland at Sunset and the longstanding Sunset Restaurant. Now, it'll serve as a new food hub.
The Bakers of Howard County started raising tea plants at their Woodbine farm. They sell their products at their on-farm store.
Leadership Premier explores the Howard County community, connecting participants with local businesses and leaders.
The multimillion-dollar Annapolis sale included three commercial properties that amount to more than 30,000 square feet of space.
Pokémon fans can hunt for cards, score giveaways and meet adoptable pets at a free, family-friendly festival coming to White Marsh Mall.
The construction of the multimillion-dollar City Dock project will continue as planned after a recent court ruling.
A Towson business is among 11 venues accused of playing copyrighted music without acquiring proper licensing.
Tim Hortons' arrival in Baltimore County will mark the brand's second location in Maryland.
The site of a vacant office building is on pace to be demolished and turned into a new residential community in Montgomery County.
Former cop, drug kingpin release book, new Dairy Queen opens, brewery could close without a buyer, student-built tiny house up for auction.
The real estate development and management company Bozzuto will be moving its headquarters to Fulton early next year.
The Howard County retailer 2nd Swing Golf is adding 8,802 square feet, six new fitting bays and 10 employees at its Columbia location.
Two standalone Toys "R" Us stores are opening in Maryland as the brand undertakes a nationwide comeback, a representative told Patch.
Dairy Queen is officially serving customers from its newest location in Baltimore County's Towson community.
The longtime Howard County brewery says a pending sale is only about 20% funded as its 10-year lease nears expiration.
Just months after opening their first location in Montgomery County, husband-wife team Brad and Melissa Blanken opened a new Hammer & Nails.