Here are the top news stories from around Prince George’s County the week of June 17, 2013.
Police: Three Men Arrested in Landover Copper Thefts
According to police, the men are linked with more than 130 burglaries.
Bowie State Psychology Professor Receives Blackboard Catalyst Award
Katrina Kardiasmenos’s new psychology course includes online discussions, videos and self-assessments.
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Police Search For Two Suspects Involved in Home Invasion
Attempted “drug transaction” leaves 29-year-old man, 60-year-old woman injured.
Speak Out: Should School Start Later at Greenbelt Middle?
The decision has caused a bit of controversy.
Hyattsville Mennonites Could Appoint First Openly Lesbian Assoc. Pastor
The Hyattsville Menonnite Church could become the first Mennonite church to appoint an openly lesbian woman as its associate pastor
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Baker Kicks Off Campaign, Highlights Business, Safety, Schools
Police: Robber Arrested After Stealing Woman's iPad in College Park
Authorities say an 18-year-old man was arrested Wednesday after robbing a woman of her iPad in College Park. A parking enforcement officer attempted to intervene and was able to point police in the suspect's direction.
Laurel Offers Renovation Incentives for Main Street Businesses
Laurel is seeking to fill empty storefronts along its historic Main Street by offering financial incentives to companies that renovate vacant commercial space.
Victim Reportedly Tied Up in Home by Robbers
A woman was reportedly tied up in her Laurel home by masked invaders who flashed handguns and stole large amounts of cash.Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.