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Top News: Homeless Man's Remains Identified and Excitement for New Pope in Carroll County
Patch brings you the top headlines of the week from Westminster Patch.
Maryland Death Penalty Moves Closer To Repeal
The abolition of the death penalty in Maryland is one step closer to reality with a preliminary vote by the House of Delegates last Wednesday night.
Poll: Majority of Marylanders Want Stricter Gun Laws
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A survey by Goucher College finds support on issues from banning assault-style weapons and ammunition magazines holding more than 10 rounds to fingerprinting and prohibitions on owning weapons for persons who are involuntarily committed.
'Suspicious Incident' Involving Man Approaching a Child Prompts Police to Ask for Community's Help
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Sykesville police encourage residents to talk to their children about being approached by strangers.
Westminster Catholics 'Excited' for New Pope
Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio—to be named Francis—was elected as the new pope Wednesday, multiple media outlets report.
Westminster Rescue Mission Hires New Executive Director
An announcement posted on Patch highlights the background of Reverend Steven T. Cochran who was recently hired as the Executive Director of the Westminster Rescue Mission.
Poll: Narrow Majority Thinks Maryland Is on Wrong Track
New Goucher College poll finds the public is almost evenly split on the job performance of both Gov. Martin O'Malley and the Maryland General Assembly.
Carroll Teachers Receive International Awards of Excellence for Technology Education
Teachers from Liberty High School and Shiloh Middle School received national recognition.
Police: Skeletal Remains Found in Westminster Belong to Homeless Man
Human skeletal remains were found on Oct. 6, 2012 along Baltimore Boulevard in Westminster.
A new poll released by Goucher College shows that Marylanders see negative effects on local and national economies but not always their own finances.
Spring into Shape: Local 5K Runs and Other Exercise Challenges
Make a plan to get in shape this spring, sign up for one of these local 5K races or other exercise challenges.
Maryland Considers Studying Later School Start Times
Carroll County school officials considered school start times during a transportation study conducted in 2010.
