Last-Minute Halloween Costumes
While Hurricane Sandy may have tried, it doesn't seem that the storm has put much of a damper on Halloween plans. Anne Arundel County police said they are planning to proceed as usual for...
View ArticleEarly Voting in SP Draws Long Lines, Traffic
The parking lot at the Severna Park Library was packed full of cars Wednesday morning—and it wasn’t because of the free books. Early voting in Maryland resumed Wednesday and the line of people waiting...
View ArticleShare Your Halloween Photos on Patch
Hopefully, Hurricane Sandy didn’t put too much of a damper on your Halloween plans. As you dress up, and bundle up, your kids for Halloween fun, take a photo and share it on Patch. You can also enter...
View ArticleAACPS Extends First Marking Period to Nov. 7
In the wake of the post-tropical storm known as Sandy, Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) announced the first quarter marking period will be extended to Nov. 7, two class days later than the...
View ArticleSandy's Impact on Chesapeake Bay Less Than Expected
The impact of Hurricane Sandy on the Chesapeake Bay was less than expected by Maryland's Department of Natural Resources (DNR). "The good news is that this storm came so late in the season that all of...
View ArticlePHOTOS: Before, After Sandy in Round Bay
When hurricanes hit the Severna Park area, one section that often sees some of the most damage is the Round Bay community. Take a look at these before and after Sandy photos from Round Bay. For more...
View ArticleSuperstorm Sandy Relief: How Marylanders Can Help
Maryland was largely spared from catastrophic damage from Superstorm Sandy, but residents in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and other coastal areas were not so lucky. Patch has gathered some local...
View ArticleDentists Buy Back Candy for Troops
Now that Halloween is over, if you are staring at piles of candy thinking "I can not let my kids eat all this," there’s a solution for you. Local dentists are buying back candy from kids and sending...
View ArticleLetter to the Editor: A Survivor's Gratitude
In an article posted on Severna Park Patch, local blogger and cancer survivor Beth Kaufman strongly urged residents to donate to nearby oncology centers. Following the article, Kaufman began to...
View ArticleSP Residents Turning Lights Back on After Sandy
The days after a big storm are usually filled with cleanups, checking on relatives and navigating through the dark as homeowners anxiously await the sign of a BGE truck on their street. For homeowners...
View ArticleConowingo Dam Gates Opened, But Impact Could Be Minimal
Dam operators opened four of Conowingo Dam's 53 flood control gates Thursday to relieve pressure from Hurricane Sandy's record-breaking downpour. The gates began to open Tuesday and Wednesday, and...
View ArticleAnne Arundel County Football Roundup: Final Week
There are still playoff spots to be earned as we enter high school football's final week of regular season play. Arundel and Old Mill have already clinched spots in the Class 4A East Region, but...
View ArticleWhen Does Daylight Saving Time End in 2012?
Those 7:30 a.m. commutes are about to get a little brighter. Daylight Saving Time officially ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 4. Remember, you'll "fall back" by setting your clocks back one hour. And...
View ArticleWeekend Planner: Splash for Cash, Craft Fair
Before planning your weekend, you may want to check out some of these activities. Parents Night Out hosted by First Class Martial ArtsWhen: Friday, 6-9 p.m.Where: First Class Martial ArtsDetails:...
View ArticleMan vs. Food: Breakfast Shoppe Challenge
Many have tried but only a few have succeeded in eating the Breakfast Shoppe’s monster sandwich, which raises funds for an Elkridge girl diagnosed with a life-threatening brain tumor. The local...
View ArticleBallot Homework: 15 County Charter Changes You Will Help Decide
When Anne Arundel County voters arrive at the polls, they'll not only be voting on the DREAM Act and same-sex marriage, but also deciding the fate of 15 Anne Arundel County charter amendments—ranging...
View ArticleInside One of Severna Park’s Priciest Homes
In this week's look at Severna Park’s most expensive properties, Patch takes you inside the million dollar home at 147 Boone Trail. The house is on the market for $1,595,000. This home has seven...
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