Sunday, March 31, 2013
Blogging on Patch is a great way to share your views with the community.
You might be wondering, who blogs with Patch? We have experts, business owners and everyday readers who share their perspectives in the Local Voices section. If you have an event coming up and you want to share photos with the county, Patch’s Local Voices section is for you. How to Blog with Patch Send Tamika Smith, the community manager for Montgomery and Prince George's counties, an email at Tamika@Patch.com. Tell her the name of your organization or event and she will get you signed up. Why You Should Blog with Patch We have a robust readership on Patch. We are connected to thousands of readers on a daily basis who have a vested interest in their community. Whether you are a stay-at-home mom or a new business owner, our readers want …
Patch brings a unique perspective to everyday news written by users like you. Read what some of our Local Voices bloggers had to say this week.
General Assembly Passes O'Malley's Gas Tax Under Cover of Darkness As expected, the House of Delegates voted to approve motor fuel taxes, and the Senate will now take up the measure before the General Assembly adjourns on April 8. A proposal as unpopular as this one must be hidden from public view and carefully timed to avoid news cycles. Happy Maryland Day! In honor of Maryland Day, we wanted to share this wordle made from posts that were submitted to the Maryland Love Project. After nearly 400 years, here are a few of the many ways people describe the land that is now our great state. How Far Would You Go to Find Your Beloved Pet? After several serious illnesses and the death of her mother, Donna Watson, and her husband, John Ohnstad…
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Chris Landis is a Local Voices blogger in Montgomery County who brings his expertise of design/build services to homeowners and small businesses in the community.
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Sunday, March 10, 2013
Anne Samit is a Local Voices blogger in Montgomery County who brings her expertise of Yoga to Patch.
Saturday, March 9, 2013
Here are some of Patch's top Local Voices posts across Maryland this week.
Bevins Critical of Proposal to Tighten County Car Rules: Baltimore County Councilwoman Cathy Bevins said a colleague is only calling for the changes because he was questioned by a reporter for breaking a campaign promise not to take a county vehicle if elected. Sequestration to Have Serious Local Impact: Baltimore City Council President Bernard C. "Jack" Young talks about what the impact of the sequestration's mandated federal budget cuts would be on city services. State of the River Address: The South River Report Card is discussed in this blog that details the health of one of the local waterways in Anne Arundel County. Anne Arundel 'School Hours Study' - Answers to the Questions: Blog reacts to a recent study as part of the ongoing …
Patch brings varied perspectives on the news from users like you. Read what some of our Local Voices bloggers had to say this week.
5 Common Mistakes Taxpayers Make that Can Land Them in Hot Water with the IRS In the race to meet tax deadlines, Americas are forgetting to include all sources of taxable income on their tax returns. Personal finance resource www.GoBankingRates.com investigates the five most common mistakes. Americans make when reporting their total income to the IRS. Hogan Blasts O’Malley’s Gas Tax Proposal Earlier this week Governor O’Malley again proposed increasing the gas tax, which, if enacted, would be his 25th consecutive tax hike. The Governor has already enacted 24 tax, toll, and fee increases that have taken an additional $2.4 billion every year out of the pockets of struggling Maryland families and small businesses. Washington Post: Clinton …
Sunday, March 3, 2013
Patch brings a unique perspective to everyday news written by users like you. Read what some of our Local Voices bloggers had to say this week.
Pope Benedict Becomes First Pope in 600 Years to Retire As with many of us, the resignation of Pope Benedict was a shock. With that shock, there is much awe. There is much to be thankful. Those who are not Roman Catholic, or are in communion with Rome, may not understand this and that is to be expected. Maryland's Municipal Public Ethics Laws are in Danger: You Can Help So, would you like to know more about your elected officials' conflicts of interest, or less? If some people get what they want in Annapolis this year, you'll be knowing a whole lot less. You can help stop this from happening. Targeting Hispanics, But Not Blacks I have been extremely critical of President Obama for using the Black community as his personal political …
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Joseph Hawkins is a Local Voices blogger in Montgomery County who brings his unique perspective to education issues.
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Patch brings a unique perspective to everyday news written by users like you. Read what some of our Local Voices bloggers had to say this week.
The NRA: Drowning out Marylanders The majority of Marylanders, including many responsible gun owners, support common sense legislation to prevent gun violence. New Up-and-Coming Speed Camera Legislation In the wake of many innocent drivers receiving speed camera tickets, there is a host of speed camera legislation that is being presented to the general assembly this year in both the House and the Senate. Riderwood Opens New Coffee Shop, Bar and Lounge Scores of Riderwood residents in Silver Spring, MD, this week attended the simultaneous grand openings of their campus' new Village Nook (Coffee Shop), Fireside Bar/Lounge and Fireside Hot Carry-Out. Space Heater Safety Tips from Amica Insurance Home fires occur most often in anuary, …
Saturday, January 26, 2013
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Saturday, January 26
McDonough To Introduce Gun Bills Del. Pat McDonough is expected to introduce two bills Thursday that he said are dedicated to preventing gun violence. "If my bills were to pass and fewer people were getting out [of jail] there would be less murders in the city," McDonough said, adding that proponents of more restrictive gun laws "don't want to talk about guns but they don't want to talk about gun violence or the issue of gun violence." VIDEO: Making It Easier To Do Business In Maryland, we are — according to the US Chamber of Commerce — the #1 state in America for innovation and entrepreneurship. But we know that we can always do better. What is a Migraine? There are four common types of headache: tension headache, sinus headache, …
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