Free Beer, Fast Food For Teachers: Patch PM

Here are some stories to share this evening from Patch sites across Maryland:

Teacher Appreciation Week Means Freebies In Maryland
Maryland retailers are offering deals on food, clothing, books and more during Teacher Appreciation Week, which is May 8 to May 12. Some discounts are available all week, others for a single day.

Corvette Driver Charged In Street Racing Bust: Police
A Harford County man was allegedly preparing to race in front of a crowd Sunday night near Essex when a trooper pulled up to the starting line. Officials say they continue to investigate illegal street racing and encourage anyone who witnesses such activities to report them to their local Maryland State Police barrack.

Main Street In Annapolis Reopens After Downtown Gas Leak
Initial reports of the gas leak came in around 10:30 a.m. and the buildings on the west side of Main Street to Conduit Street, including Annapolis Elementary School, were evacuated as a precaution.

Security Chief Had Sex With 17-Year-Old Despite No Contact Order: Police
The security leader at one Rockville high school has been charged with sexual abuse of a minor. He was arrested in April and told to have no contact with minors, but had sex with a teen last week, police said.

More news:

• Fallen Heroes Ceremony 2017 Memorializes Maryland First Responders
• Elephant Tranquilizer Carfentanil Kills Pasadena Man
• Benefit Honors Montgomery County Officer Killed by Drunk Driver
• Fire Damages Maryland Comptroller's Office in Greenbelt

Patch PM shares a few of the day’s must-read items from our Maryland network. The Patch community platform covers communities across the state.