Mansion Debate, Halloween Safety, Preakness Stakes: News Nearby

Here are some of the share-worthy stories from Maryland Patches to talk about tonight:

• Montgomery Election Officials Plan Patrols To Prevent, Stop Voter Intimidation
• Joppa Man Killed In Aberdeen Motorcycle Crash: Police
• Man Bursts Into Motel Room, Robs Woman: Police Blotter

As Flu Season Arrives, MD Coronavirus Strategy Shifts

For the second day in a row, Maryland has added more than 700 confirmed cases to its tally of residents infected with the coronavirus. With the arrival of flu season, state health experts are pivoting slightly in their fight against the virus.

Preakness 2020: Start Time, Contenders, Coronavirus Rules

The 145th running of the Preakness Stakes will be this weekend. For the first time, the Black Eyed Susan and the Preakness Stakes will be held the same day.

Land Near Historic Bel Air Mansion Gets Green-Light For Annexation

More than 1.5 acres near the Liriodendron mansion was given the green light for annexation into the town of Bel Air.

Crab Feast Offers Take-Out Service Saturday

The Howard County Crab Feast set for Saturday has made a few changes for the 2020 event due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Absentee Ballot Scam Hits Anne Arundel County: Board Of Elections

Somebody is trying to illegally collect absentee ballots in Anne Arundel County, the local Board of Elections warned on Thursday. Officials don't know whether this is the work of one person or a group of scammers.

Police Offer Advice On Staying Safe During Halloween

Montgomery County officials are offering advice to residents on how to minimize risk and exposure to the coronavirus during Halloween.

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Also Worth a Look Today

• After Narrow 2018 Defeat, Blair Works To Up His Profile In Montgomery County

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• Germantown Doctor's Office Burglary Surveillance Video Released
• Montgomery Co. Police Seek Public's Help Finding Mother, Daughter
• Weekend Metro Schedule: Lines Running Normal, Near Normal Service
• Information Sought About Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash
• 3 Face Drug-Related Charges From Glen Burnie Incident: Police

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