Andrew Metcalf, Patch Staff
- Columbia, MD
I was born in Ohio, grew up in Rhode Island and have recently fallen in love with Howard County.
I graduated from Boston University in May of 2010 with degrees in Political Science and Journalism. After a brief stint as a Congressional intern in D.C., I returned to my home in Northern Rhode Island to begin working as a journalist.
I spent 6 months working for Patch in Rhode Island covering a wide range of community news. In August of 2011, I moved back to the D.C. area and began guest editing for a number of Patches, including Greenbelt, Bethesda, Hyattsville and finally, Columbia.
At Boston University, I served as a columnist for the award-winning school newspaper, The Daily Free Press.
I am a passionate Boston sports fan (go Sox) and enjoy following both local and national politics. My hobbies include photography, cooking and skiing.
I enjoy chasing down a good story and meeting new people. Please, never hesitate to send me a comment, tip or story idea.
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Columbia|News|
County: Ellicott City Flood Prevention Projects in the Works
The county is weighing whether large retention ponds near U.S. 29 are worth the cost as other projects move forward.
Ellicott City, MD|News|
County: Ellicott City Flood Prevention Projects in the Works
The county is weighing whether large retention ponds near U.S. 29 are worth the cost as other projects move forward.
Ellicott City, MD|News|
LETTER: Fund Flood Prevention Projects in Ellicott City
Historic District residents Michele Bickley and Frank Durantaye write that the county should approve funds to help alleviate flooding in Ellicott City.
Ellicott City, MD|News|
Man Stripped of Clothes in Ellicott City Robbery: Howard County Police Blotter
The following crime report information was provided by the Howard County Police Department between Dec. 31 and Jan. 7, 2014.
Columbia|News|
Two Armed Robberies Reported in Columbia: Howard County Police Blotter
The following crime report information was provided by the Howard County Police Department between Dec. 31 and Jan. 7, 2014.
Columbia|News|
Almost Zero at Lake Elkhorn Tuesday Morning
Ellicott City, MD|News|
County Asks Residents to Check on Neighbors as 15 Below Wind Chills Expected
A wind chill advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. Tuesday as blistering cold envelopes the region.
Columbia|News|
County Asks Residents to Check on Neighbors as 15 Below Wind Chills Expected
A wind chill advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. Tuesday as blistering cold envelopes the region.
Columbia|News|
Birthday Fireworks Display Shakes Ellicott City, Columbia Saturday Night
The display involved more than 400 fireworks, according to the fire department.
Ellicott City, MD|News|
Birthday Fireworks Display Shakes Ellicott City, Columbia Saturday Night
The display involved more than 400 fireworks, according to the fire department.
Columbia|News|
Prosecutors Request 10 Years for Ellicott City Teen who Aided Terrorist Group
The local man was 17 when he was arrested for aiding a woman known as "JihadJane".
Ellicott City, MD|News|
Prosecutors Request 10 Years for Ellicott City Teen who Aided Terrorist Group
The local man was 17 when he was arrested for aiding a woman known as "JihadJane".
Ellicott City, MD|News|
Police: Two Arrested 30 Minutes after Columbia Bank Robbery
The two men were arrested in a wooded area behind River Meadows Drive about an hour after the robbery was reported.
Columbia|News|
Police: Brothers Arrested 30 Minutes after Columbia Bank Robbery
The two men were arrested in a wooded area behind River Meadows Drive about an hour after the robbery was reported.
Columbia|News|
Arctic Timeline: Wind Chill May Hit -15 in Columbia
Bitter cold expected to sweep into the county Monday night and persist until Thursday.
Ellicott City, MD|News|
Arctic Timeline: Wind Chill May Hit -15 in Ellicott City
Bitter cold expected to sweep into the county Monday night and persist until Thursday.
Ellicott City, MD|News|
Top Howard County News: New Downtown Building; Snow!; Heiress Post Stabbed
Top stories from the past week on Howard County Patch websites.
