Do you have what it takes to be an acolyte?

Who are the acolytes? What do they do? Why do they do it? Why is it so important?

Cooling Centers Open As MD Sees Sizzling Temperatures

Several cooling centers were opened Monday as the region was impacted by high temperatures and humid conditions.

Store Employees Fired After Attempting To Unionize: Report

Two staffers who worked at the Lush Cosmetics location at Annapolis Mall say they were fired after attempting to unionize.

Annapolis Residents To Bike 4,000 Miles Across U.S. For ALS

A group of Annapolis residents will bike across the U.S. to raise awareness and funds for ALS. The journey officially starts Friday.

Where To Find The Mobile Food Pantry In May

The Anne Arundel County Food Bank's mobile pantry has released its locations for May. Here's where you can find it.

Where Will May Day Protests Be In Anne Arundel Co.?

May Day demonstrations are being planned across Anne Arundel County. Here's what you need to know.

MD Chicken Wing Festival Is Around The Corner

The 12th annual Maryland Chicken Wing Festival is being held this weekend. Here's everything you need to know for the event.

'So Proud Of Her': How An Artemis Astronaut Is Linked To MD

Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch's Maryland ties run deep. She sailed on the Severn River and even represented the state in Antarctica.

My tour: the cemetery

St. Anne’s parishioner Ginger DeLuca leads Maryland Day tour of St. Anne’s Cemetery.

This Community Won A National Designation

Annapolis was given a new national designation as a 2026 IMBA Trail Town for its commitment to celebrating trail systems.

Where Will ‘No Kings’ Protests Be In Anne Arundel Co.?

​A fresh batch of "No Kings" protests against the Donald Trump administration will take place this month. Here's what you need to know.

The Annapolis Book Festival Is Coming

The Annapolis Book Festival will mark its 23rd year running. Here's what you need to know.

Vintage Market Is Coming To Town

The Annapolis Vintage Market will be holding a two-day event in April that will feature more than 20 vendors, food trucks, and live music.

Anne Arundel Co. Libraries CEO To Retire

Charles "Skip" Auld will retire from his post as CEO of the Anne Arundel County Public Libraries in 2027.

Zachary's Jewelers Hosts Mother's Day Design Contest

Zachary’s Jewelers is pleased to announce our annual Mother’s Day Jewelry Design Contest is back for 2026!

Where To Find The Mobile Pantry In Anne Arundel Co.

The Anne Arundel County Food Bank's mobile pantry has released its locations for the month of March. Here's where you can find it.

'We Just Want Peace': How The Buddhist Monks Impacted MD Residents

Hundreds of people turned out in Annapolis to welcome the Buddhist monks on a 2,300-mile "Walk for Peace." Here's what they told Patch.

Buddhist Monks Greeted With Cheers And Support In Annapolis

After walking from Texas to Washington, D.C., a group of Buddhist monks taking part in a "Walk for Peace" arrived in Annapolis on Thursday.

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Annapolis? Tell Us About It!

Kindness takes many forms — big and small — and shows up all around Annapolis.

Verizon To Offer Credits After Major MD Outage: What To Know, How To Get It

More than 1.5 million customers were unable to make calls and send or receive text messages for about 10 hours Wednesday, Verizon said.

Graze Craze Opens Its New Location in Annapolis-Edgewater Area

Air Force veteran–owned business crafting graze-style charcuterie for parties, meetings, and corporate events.

Urgent Need for Volunteers for the Salvation Army's Local Christmas Programs

Annapolitans can serve local families in need through Red Kettle Campaign and Angel Tree Program

A Deacon's Heart

A high school dropout at age 17, the Rev. Kathy Shahinian followed God’s plan to receive many academic degrees and to become a deacon.

Anne Arundel County Literacy Council to Hold 5th-Annual Book Fair at Annapolis Mall September 27

The book fair will take place outside Discoveries: The Library at the Mall at the Crate & Barrel Court.

Politics of Crime

Crime in America

Boat Ramp Access Restored, For Now, In Southern Anne Arundel County

Boaters once again have a free boat ramp to use in Shady Side. The only boat ramp in South County had closed last month, causing an outcry.

CCHR Mobile Exhibit Comes to Annapolis After Major Youth Rights Win

New law protects Maryland youth from abusive transport practices; CCHR Exhibit raises awareness at Susan Campbell Park

Baltimore Banner Wins Pulitzer For Fentanyl Crisis Coverage

Three Maryland journalists won a Pulitzer Prize, the highest honor for reporters. The team covered Baltimore's fentanyl crisis.

Annapolis Artist Competes in National iHeartRadio Music Competition

Local artist Hayley Nicole climbs the ranks in the national Next Music Star competition, hosted by iHeartRadio and 102.7 KIIS FM.

Annapolis Mall Welcomes Mariah Michaud as New General Manager

Michaud brings more than 18 years of commercial real estate management experience to shopping center

How to Survive Trump 2.0 Presidency

The Destructive Trump 2.O Regime

Monarch Academy Annapolis Celebrates Recent Marketing Award

Public contract school, operated by The Children’s Guild, is still accepting lottery applications for the 2025–2026 Academic

The Return of Trump in our White House

Trump is Back

Lost Dog-Found Dog

Lost Dog-Found Dog

All American Neighborhood

New Neighbors

🎉 Brody Brothers Opens New Glen Burnie Office: A Big Win for Anne Arundel County

Local Pest Control Company Brings Award-Winning Services and New Jobs to the Area

Salute To Scholars

Congratulations Anne Arundel County High School Scholarship Recipients

Arts Mentorship Academy

June 24-28 8am-3pm

Mason-Mayes Women's Boutique Expands to Annapolis

Locally-owned upscale womenswear boutique opens Eastport location

Time To Walk Your Dogs. The Rain is gone!

Dog walking anyone?