🌱 Patch AM: How a Howard High locker room assault led to criminal charges

You won’t want to miss Matilda - The Musical on the Ellicott City Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Why Howard High’s JV football season is suddenly on hold

Be sure to catch The Big Flea in Maryland on the Ellicott City Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Which Ellicott City farm is best for your family’s fall weekend?

Also, don’t miss Every Step Counts Autism Walk & 5K Run on the Ellicott City Patch calendar

Wizarding Weekend On Magical Main Kicks Off Saturday

Calling all wizards, witches and muggles - the 7th Annual Wizarding Weekend on Magical Main will feature games, butterbeer and photo ops.

🌱 Patch AM: Peer Support Facility Dog Joins Howard Co. Fire Department

And check out Every Step Counts Autism Walk & 5K Run on the Ellicott City Patch calendar

Peer Support Facility Dog Joins Howard Co. Fire Department

Valor has joined the Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services as the newest peer support facility dog to help first responders.

7 Students Charged With Assault In School Bullying Incident: Howard Co. Police

Seven Howard HS students have been charged with second-degree assault for the bullying of a junior varsity football teammate, police say.

🌱 Patch AM: Howard High JV Football Program Suspended After Bullying Incident Reported

Also check out Every Step Counts Autism Walk & 5K Run on the Ellicott City Patch calendar

2027-2028 School Calendar Approved For Howard Co. Public Schools

The Howard Co. Education Board has approved the 2027-2028 school calendar. One date to note include the 1st day of school on Aug. 23, 2027.

Howard High JV Football Program Suspended After Bullying Incident Reported

The JV football program at Howard High School has been suspended after school leaders and police received reports of bullying and assault.

🌱 Patch AM: Why Howard High’s JV football season is suddenly on hold.

Also check out Every Step Counts Autism Walk & 5K Run on the Ellicott City Patch calendar

Call For Entries In Howard Co. Coloring Book Contest

Students are encouraged to enter a drawing into the annual coloring book contest designed to promote the three Rs - reduce, reuse, recycle.

🌱 Patch AM: Curbside Food Scrap Collection Program Expands Into 2 Howard Co. Towns

Be sure to catch Every Step Counts Autism Walk & 5K Run on the Ellicott City Patch calendar

Curbside Food Scrap Collection Program Expands Into 2 Howard Co. Towns

Howard County's Feed the Green Bin curbside food scrap collection program will be expanding into Ellicott City and Marriottsville.

Brightview Senior Living Brings 13 Memory-Care Communities Together for Wellspring Village by the Water

First-of-its-kind event united 13 Maryland communities for an outdoor day of music, fun and activities at Sandy Point State Park

What Local Residents Should Know Before Choosing an Internet TV Service

Compare internet TV services by channels, devices, pricing, streaming quality, content rights, and subscription terms before signing up.

Justice for Fraud Victims, Howard Co. State's Attorney Team Up

Justice for Fraud Victims will be working with the Office of the State's Attorney for Howard Co. to provide forensic accounting expertise.

Corn Fest Celebrates Howard Co. Agriculture, Highlights Popular Corn Lager

Corn Fest will return to Manor Hill Saturday with its highly anticipated corn lager, as well as live music, food trucks and activities.

Threats Of Violence Made Against Howard County Public Schools

Police believe the people who sent the threatening emails are located overseas and it's part of a bigger scam.

Artists Sought For Howard County's 1st Destination Public Garden

Applications are being accepted now for an artist or team of artists to create an art installation at Howard County's 1st destination garden

Former Lacrosse Player ID'd As Driver Killed In Elkridge Car Crash

A former Howard High School defenseman on the varsity boys lacrosse team has been identified as the driver killed in a single-vehicle crash.

Shared-Use Path Project In Elkridge Highlighted At Meeting

The community can learn more about a shared use path proposed along Montgomery Road in Elkridge at a meeting Wednesday.

New High-Risk Flood Zones May Mean Insurance Requirements For Howard Co. Residents

Residents will learn at a public meeting if they fall into new high-risk flood zones, which may require them to buy flood insurance.

Fires Break Out At Ellicott City Home, Garage

Howard County firefighters battled blazes at a garage on Brothers Partnership Court and at a home on St. Paul Street Saturday.

Residences at Vantage Point Hosts Series on Planning for the Future in Retirement

Informative sessions feature aligning finances and legacy, and selling a home in today's market

Driver Killed After SUV Strikes Tree In Ellicott City: Police

A man died after his SUV left the road and struck a tree in Ellicott City, Howard County police said.

Holiday Maker Mart, Open House Moves To New Location

Holiday Maker Mart and Open House event has moved to a new location for 2026 but with the same impressive artwork, gift ideas.

Layoffs Affect All Employees At PepsiCo In Cheverly

PepsiCo announced this week that it had laid off all of its workforce at the Cheverly location.

Email Scam Swindles Money By Impersonating Howard Co. Staffers

The scam uses the name of the current Howard County Department Planning and Zoning director in the emails and demands payment for forms.

Freeze-Dried Indian Food Line Launched In Ellicott City

A Howard Co. couple started a freeze-dried Indian food that's exploded in popularity among residents. They now sell their line online.

New Howard Co. Fire Station Saves Lives, Trains Aspiring First Responders

Howard Co.'s newest fire station to be built has a dual purpose - fight fires, save lives and provide class space for future responders.

Students Protest Learning Conditions At Ellicott City School

Students told school board members that many bathrooms are out of order, ceilings leak rain and evacuations happen weekly.

Man Arrested In Laurel Vandalism Incidents

The same man arrested and charged with vandalism in Greenbelt faces similar charges for incidents police say he committed in Laurel.

Meeting Will Highlight Proposed Improvements To Old Waterloo Road

The proposed project aims to improve pedestrian access along the east side of Old Waterloo Road.

Woman Sentenced For Filing $25K In False Medicaid Claims

A 60-year-old Howard Co. woman has been convicted and sentenced after filing $25K worth of false Medicaid claims.

Howard Co. Educator A Finalist For Maryland Teacher Of The Year

Seven finalists have been named for the 2027 Maryland Teacher of the Year award, including an educator from Howard County Public Schools.

Person Dies In Police Pursuit With Howard Co. Officer

Two people were injured and one killed when a vehicle hit a retaining wall during a police pursuit, officials say.

Man Shot In Laurel Following A Fight

A man was shot in Laurel following a fight with another person. Charges are pending, according to Howard County Police.

Residences at Vantage Point Launches Series on Planning for Future in Retirement Thursday, September 10

Retirement Living Options session addresses making the best decision for the entire family and helps you navigate the future

Man Killed When Vehicle Crashes Into Tree In Howard Co.

A man died in Glenelg after his vehicle left the road and crashed into a tree. The incident remains under investigation.