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Norovirus Cases Are Surging, CDC Says: What To Know In MD
The Centers for Disease Control says Norovirus cases are on the rise across the country. What does that mean for Maryland?
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 In Ellicott City
On New Year’s Eve, Merriweather Symphony of Lights will host the “Midnight at 7” event complete with fireworks, music and food trucks.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Ellicott City|News|
Officials Remind Residents To Stay Off Ice After 2 People Fall Through
Officials remind residents not to walk out on ice as it isn't thick enough just yet. Two people recently were rescued after falling through.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Ellicott City|News|
Christmas Day House Fire In Columbia Displaces 3 Residents
Three residents have been displaced after an early morning Christmas Day fire broke out at their Columbia home.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Washington DC|News|
Biden Order Closes Federal Agencies To Mourn President Carter
An executive order allows federal employees to take Jan. 9 off to participate in the National Day of Mourning for President Jimmy Carter.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Ellicott City|News|
What's Open, Closed For Christmas 2024 In Ellicott City
Patch has the latest closings and trash collection adjustment in Howard County for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Ellicott City|News|
Fire Damages Highland Home's Garage
Fire damaged the garage of a home in Highland, which spread to the home causing some damage. The residents have been displaced.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Ellicott City|News|
Man Sentenced For Armed Carjacking In Columbia
A man pulled out a gun at an auto repair shop to steal his own vehicle without paying. As he was leaving, he crashed into another vehicle.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Ellicott City|News|
Winter Solstice Arrives In MD Saturday, And You May See Ursid Meteors
Saturday may be the shortest day of the year in Maryland, but the winter solstice coincides with the peak of the Ursid meteor shower.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Ellicott City|News|
Real Estate Employee Embezzles $1M To Buy Cars, Trips, Clothes
An Ellicott City woman has pleaded guilty after prosecutors say she embezzled $1M to buy cars, trips, clothes and concert tickets.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
