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Stranded Manatee Dies | Swastika, 'Trump' Graffiti | Bomb Threat Arrest | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including the latest gun found on a BWI passenger. Plus, how you can share your local news and events.

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Dance fails to fully report outside income

The Board of Education of Baltimore County concluded in a Nov. 9 order that Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Dallas Dance had violated reporting requirements by failing to note an outside teaching job on financial disclosure forms. The complaint filed by retired school system employee William Groth considered by the school system's Ethics Review Panel concerned Dance's teaching of an online course at the University of Richmond.

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Stranded Manatee Dies in Maryland River | Patch PM

Businesses booming for lacrosse 'Stick Doctor' | MGM casino opening night plans | $100K lottery winner

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Dead manatee found floating near Dundalk

While the tropical creatures have been to wander into the Chesapeake Bay in recent decades, at this time of year, local waters are too cold for them. "With cooling weather, current Maryland water temperatures are well below a manatee's minimum survival temperature," said Cindy P. Driscoll, the state fish and wildlife veterinarian for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

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Holiday Hoopla crowns cookie winners 02

The Dundalk-Patapsco Neck Historical Society will unveil its latest train garden display at the Holiday Hoopla beginning at noon. Santa Claus is coming to town, and this Saturday, Dec. 3, he'll be right here in Dundalk at the annual Holiday Hoopla at the Dundalk Village Shopping Center.

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Stranded Manatee Dies in Patapsco River Waters

An endangered Florida manatee stranded in the waters near Dundalk has died, possibly because of cold water temperatures.

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Greene Turtle Sports Bar to Collect 'Tips for Tots' Statewide

Employees of Maryland's Greene Turtle locations will donate 100 percent of the tips earned Dec. 7 to Toys for Tots.

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Traffic Alert: Dense Fog Expected for Wednesday Commute Across D.C., Baltimore Metro

Dense fog advisory in effect until 7 a.m. Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service.

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Skimmer on Walmart ATM | Mystery $50K Powerball Ticket | Porch Package Thefts | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including a special surprise for survivors of stabbing. Plus, how you can share your local news and events.

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Council looks into CDCs as development tools

Baltimore County has only three community development corporations working to revitalize older neighborhoods, but there is the potential for more following recent action by the Baltimore County Council. On Nov. 21, the council passed a resolution introduced by Councilman Tom Quirk that asks the Baltimore County Planning Board to look into CDCs as a redevelopment tool for aging neighborhoods.

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Food, Community & Free Pumpkin Pies At Geresbeck's Market For Thanksgiving

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Shipping Deadlines to Deliver Gifts by Christmas 2016

Deadlines for the Postal Service, FedEx and UPS that you need to meet to ensure your holiday cards and gifts make it to family and friends.

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Maryland One of Country's Most Generous States in 2016

Maryland residents ranked in the top 5 for generosity and volunteering, according to a report from the finances site WalletHub.

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Governor Hogan and First Lady to Host Holiday Open House

The event is free of charge, open to the public, and no reservations are required.

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Circle That Date: Coming Events In Dundalk

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As the holidays approach, a chance to stop and give thanks

As you read this, Thanksgiving is either just ahead or maybe just passed. You are likely either defrosting the turkey or enjoying leftover turkey sandwiches as you browse these pages.

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Human Remains Mystery | Bizarre Attack on Grandmother | Rain Returns This Week | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including a baby dead following a protest in Baltimore. Plus, how you can share your local news and events.

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Baltimore County Library Kicks Off Annual Connecting the Community Toy Drive

The drive, which runs through December 7, aims to collect toys that will be donated to various community-based nonprofits.

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'Unconscionable': Baltimore County Executive on College Students Fearing Deportation

Amid national tension, County Executive Kevin Kamenetz aims to ease fears of undocumented immigrant students in Baltimore County.

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Train garden opens at Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company

A little after noon on Tuesday, Nov. 22, Bob Olah is working on a handful of last minute additions and fixes to the train garden at the Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company. He says he's just working on a few odds and ends, here and there.

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Ways to Prevent Stolen Packages During Holiday 2016 Shopping Season

Don't let "porch pirates" steal your holiday presents. Tips to prevent online purchases from being stolen outside your home.

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Maryland Weather Forecast: Rain Returns This Week, Temperatures Cooling

Snow isn't in the forecast … this week. Colder temperatures are expected after a few days of rain. Here's the latest forecast.

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Cyber Monday 2016 Best And Latest Deals: The Patch Live Blog

Back by popular demand, Patch will bring you the best Cyber Monday 2016 deals. Continually updated throughout the day.

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Cyber Monday 2016 Best And Latest Deals: The Patch Live Blog

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New Open House Listings This Weekend in and around Dundalk

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$1.5M Snake House, Naked Burglar Caught, BWI Expansion Open: Top Maryland News

Fishermen die when boat capsizes, bumbling robber loses money, letters postmarked from North Pole, and more from Maryland Patches this week.

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Cyber Monday 2016: Best And Latest Deals Already Live

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$50K Powerball Ticket Sold in Maryland: Winning Numbers for Nov. 26, 2016

BREAKING: One ticket purchased in Tennessee snagged the $421 million jackpot, but Maryland players have some prize-winning tickets, too.

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Dundalk Newest Open Houses

So where can you find the open houses in Dundalk this weekend? Here’s a look at the most recent listings...

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New to the Market: Home Listings in and around Dundalk

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Just Listed: Homes for Sale in and around Dundalk

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Dakota pipeline protesters arrested in Baltimore

A crowd gathers outside Wells Fargo in downtown Baltimore on Friday after six people were arrested for trespassing at the bank. They chained themselves together and refused to leave in protest of the role of financial institutions in a proposed oil pipeline in North Dakota.

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10 Fun Ways to Count Down to Christmas

Advent calendars are a classic way to get everyone in the Christmas spirit starting Dec. 1. Find one that suits your family's style.

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Maryland Weather Forecast: Sunny, Windy, Cool Beginning to Holiday Season

Chance for showers will move out of the region Friday, setting up a good weekend to get outside — with a light jacket. Here's the forecast.

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Patch Holiday Gift Guide: 14 Gifts at the Top of Every Kid's Wishlist

Stumped on what get your favorite youngsters this holiday season? We've got you covered.

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Small Business Saturday: Shop Local Along Maryland’s Main Streets

Find out where to find good deals and support local businesses across Maryland on Small Business Saturday.

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Thanksgiving 2016 Leftovers: How to Spice Up Cookies, Cocktails, Ramen

Mashed potatoes find a place in cookies, stuffing in waffles. You may like the leftover turkey better later than on Thanksgiving.

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Shoppers hit the malls, plazas for Black Friday

Shoppers around the Baltimore region were hitting the malls, plazas and retailers on Black Friday , fulfilling a tradition - even though for many, the holiday retail season has been underway for some time. At JCPenney in Eastpoint Mall, about two dozen shoppers lined up inside the store, which was open overnight, for a 6 a.m. coupon giveaway.

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Black Friday 2016 Best And Latest Deals: Patch Live Blog

Back by popular demand, Patch is live-blogging the best deals on Amazon Echo, Fitbits, TVs, Nest thermostats and more.

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Black Friday 2016: Best And Latest Deals

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Live Maryland Traffic Map: Find Congested Routes, Construction Zones, Traffic Cameras

Thanksgiving will see one million Maryland travelers on the road. Here's a look at which routes to avoid this holiday.

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Retweet controversy swirls around Dance

Parents and teachers raise signs in support of a retweet by Supt. Dallas Dance intended to reassure groups belittled by Donald Trump during the presidential campaign.

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Letters from Santa: U.S. Postal Service Delivers from North Pole (ICYMI)

Find instructions on how your child can receive a letter from Santa Claus with a North Pole postmark; deadline is Dec. 15.

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Circle That Date: Coming Events In Dundalk

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Black Friday 2016: Best And Latest Deals Already Live

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Thanksgiving Weekend Movie Guide: Spend the Holiday with Brad Pitt and Marion Cotillard

Wondering what's worth a trip to the theater this Thanksgiving? Get the verdict on Brad Pitt in "Allied" and Pixar's new heroine in "Moana."

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A Leftover Thanksgiving Feast

How long can you safely eat Thanksgiving leftovers?

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Giant, Wegmans, Food Lion, Harris Teeter Thanksgiving 2016 Store Hours (ICYMI)

Need a last-minute item for your Thanksgiving meal? Check our guide before you leave the house.

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$1M Powerball Ticket Sold in Maryland: Check the Winning Numbers

No jackpot winner in the drawing Wednesday, Nov. 23, but three tickets matched 5 numbers for the $1M prize.

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Ann Hopka to celebrate 89th birthday

Dundalk resident Ann Hopka will celebrate her 89th birthday on Friday, Dec. 4. Hopka is seen here with her longtime friend and polka dance partner Barney Olszewski, 94, of Rosedale.

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Happy Thanksgiving

For those that have, share with those who have-not

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Trucker Cited in Interstate Crash | 5 Students Sickened, Xanax Suspected | Shopping Safety Tips | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including a drunk driver crashing into a police cruiser. Plus, how you can share your local news and events.

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Old recipes fill new Dundalk cookbook

Copies of the new "Dundalk's Family Favorites" cookbook are for sale for $15 at the Dundalk-Patapsco Neck Historical Society and Museum. Proceeds from the book will be used to help maintain the museum building.

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Steve Smith Comments on Criticism from Rookie Cornerbacks

Baltimore Ravens receiver Steve Smith Sr. has never been great at making friends on the football field, but he seems to be picking up more enemies than usual in 2016.

The 16-year veteran has been called out by a pair of rookie cornerbacks already this season, something that doesn't seem to be causing Smith too much stress.

"I've had two rookies that unfortunately, they have lost all respect for me, so it's been really keeping me up at night," Smith said sarcastically Wednesday, per Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com. "It's tragic. I've been losing sleep. With all the lack of sleep, I know we lost, but I was almost unable to send my cleats and gloves all the way to Canton because of the lack of the sleep thing."

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie Jalen Ramsey started the trash talk after their Week 3 matchup during which Smith caught eight passes for 87 yards.

"He's still a good player. I'll say that about him," Ramsey said, per Mike DiRocco of ESPN.com. "But I don't respect him as a man."

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Anthony Brown has jumped in on the Smith hatred after battling the receiver in Week 11.

"I had respect for him before the game, but after the game I have no respect for him anymore," the rookie said, per Brandon George of the Dallas Morning News.

Smith went for 99 yards and a touchdown on eight catches, but the real issue came from "yapping after every play."

Although Smith isn't guaranteed a spot in the Hall of Fame, the 37-year-old got closer to one on Sunday with his 1,000th career catch. He now has 1,005 receptions for 14,448 yards and 79 touchdowns in his time with the Ravens and Carolina Panthers. He is a five-time Pro Bowler, two-time All-Pro and was the 2005 Comeback Player of the Year.

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Bond brings funding for CCBC Dundalk, Essex

The Community College of Baltimore County's Dundalk campus is receiving half a million dollars in funding for fiscal year 2018, after Question H on Baltimore County's general election ballot was approved by voters. Voter approval of Question H authorized Baltimore County government to buy $15 million in bonds for the construction of buildings, as well as for the renovations and maintenance of existing buildings on the three CCBC campuses.

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80+ Personalized Christmas Ornaments Anyone Can Craft

This collection of DIY ornaments pays tribute to your favorite wintry scenes, your favorite people, and even your favorite holiday foods.

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Exploding Turkey: Tips to Avoid Thanksgiving Fires

The Maryland State Fire Marshal and Consumer Products Safety Commission warn cooks to be careful while preparing the Thanksgiving feast.

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6 Online Holiday Shopping Tips to Guard Your Money

Police in Annapolis, Montgomery County have tips for shoppers as they buy gifts, and for drivers winding through clogged parking lots.

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Patch Weekend Movie Guide: What to See and What to Skip

Wondering what's worth a trip to the theater this Thanksgiving? Get the verdict on Brad Pitt in "Allied" and Pixar's new heroine in "Moana."

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Thanksgiving Weather Forecast in Maryland: Rain Chances Twice for Holiday Weekend

Temperatures will climb slightly for the holiday as showers make a trip through the region, according to the National Weather Service.

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Charges in Toddler's Beating Death | $1.5M 'Snake House' Lawsuit | Police Patrols This Thanksgiving | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including BWI airport expansion just in time for holidays. Plus, how you can share your local news and events.

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Patch Holiday Gift Guide: Host and Hostess Gift Ideas for the Ultimate Entertainer

Don't show up to a holiday celebration empty-handed! Say thanks with one of these gift ideas for a host or hostess with the most.

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Shelter opens at North Point

The North Point Government Center will be open tonight and Tuesday night for people who need shelter from freezing weather. The entrance is off of Wise Avenue by the loading dock.

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Turkey Emergency? New This Year: Text Butterball Hotline

Butterball's Turkey Talk-Line has solved thousands of cooking emergencies in the past. New this year: text your questions to experts.

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Three Robbers Use Dating Apps To Find Victims: Police

The Baltimore police released surveillance photos Monday of the suspects.

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Patch's List of Maryland Jobs: Montgomery College, AstraZeneca, Pepsi, H&R Block

Our links to hundreds of job openings includes Maryland Judiciary, Toys R Us, Foundation for NIH, Johns Hopkins Health System and more.

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Where to Expect Extra Police Patrols on Maryland Roads Thanksgiving 2016

Maryland State Police will have extra troopers on the roads Thanksgiving weekend to look for drunk drivers and speeders.

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Baltimore County Opens Cold Weather Shelter

The cold weather shelter opens when temps are below 32 degrees or homeless shelters are filled.

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Following congressional race losses, GOP leaders remain optimistic in party's growth

During President-elect Donald Trump's visit to Dundalk, a local resident parked his truck in the grass by the diner. "Hillary, you're fired," the sign reads, with the "Welcome to Dundalk sign" in the background.

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The Worst Moment to Travel for Thanksgiving 2016 in Maryland

If you're planning on heading out of town for the Thanksgiving weekend, waiting much longer is a bad idea.

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St. Helena residents hit the streets for a cleaner community

It is an issue that plagues many neighborhoods across Dundalk and Edgemere - trash on the streets and around vacant houses. We've all seen it - old soda bottles in the gutter, pizza menu floating a breeze - and, in St. Helena they have decided to do something about it.

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County to offer free holiday parking

Baltimore County is making local shopping easier this holiday season with two hours of free meter parking. Parking will be free at 1,735 meters throughout Baltimore County this Thanksgiving weekend, from Thursday, Nov. 24 through Sunday, Nov. 27. For last-minute shoppers, there also will be free meter parking from Wednesday, Dec. 21 through Sunday, Dec. 25, just before Christmas and the start of Chanukah.

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Tis the season for heartfelt giving to those in need

Liliana Scott and Hailey Klinedinst donated 300 cans of food to Santa's Helpers for the local charity's senior food pantry. Joining the girls at the Dundalk Mooose Lodge for the presentation were state Sen. Johnny Ray Salling, Santa's Helpers founder Dawn Frazier and her son, volunteer James Gill.

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Fatal Boat Wreck | Trooper Struck on Beltway | Naked Burglary Suspect Busted | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including the peak travel time this Thanksgiving. Plus, how to share your local news and events at Patch.

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Fire Warning, Wind Advisory Issued for Much of Maryland

Strong winds have boosted the fire danger, and burning is discouraged across Maryland, the National Weather Service advises.

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Get Out And About In Dundalk: Check the Patch Calendar

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Naked Burglar, Student Protests, Trench Rescue: Top Maryland News

Puppy killer, guns at BWI, Craigslist dognapper, best Christmas town and more from Maryland Patches this week.

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Naked Burglar, Student Protests, Trench Burial: Top Maryland News

Puppy killer, guns at BWI, Craigslist dognapper, best Christmas town and more from Maryland Patches this week.

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Open Houses in Dundalk

An open house planned by the right realtor can help you in any number of ways. Check out those around Dundalk...

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Water Rescue Underway Near Edgemere, Officials Say

Boaters were in distress near Fort Howard Sunday afternoon, Baltimore County public safety officials reported.

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Maryland Weather Forecast: Cool Fall Air Sticking Around, Chance of Rain by Thanksgiving

Fire threat will persist as the week begins, but we'll have a chance for wet weather by Wednesday. Cool air all week. Here's the forecast:

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Giant, Wegmans, Food Lion, Harris Teeter Thanksgiving 2016 Store Hours

Need a last-minute item for your Thanksgiving meal? Check our guide before you leave the house.

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Letters from Santa: U.S. Postal Service Delivers from North Pole

Find all the details on how your child can receive a letter from Santa Claus with a North Pole postmark.

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New Open House Listings for Dundalk

So you want to look at some open houses for sale in Dundalk this weekend? Good idea...

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Get Out And About In Dundalk: Check the Patch Calendar

Check the Patch calendar to see what events are happening around Dundalk and when they get underway

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Homes Listed for Sale in and Near Dundalk

Looking for a new home? Or do you just like looking at what homes are on the market? Either way, here are the latest homes for sale in and around Dundalk...

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Maryland WOW Houses: Chesapeake Bay Estate, Luxe Victorian, 10-Bath Mansion

Putting green, indoor lap pool, carriage house are some of the features that make these Maryland dream homes special.

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Good News! Messages of Love | Best Christmas Town | Best Holiday Parade | Lottery Winners

Good news stories from Patch include new business openings from La Cakerie and Duck Donuts, plus Topgolf's first Maryland location planned.

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Wind Advisory, Gale Warning Issued for Much of Maryland

Driving may be difficult and scattered power outages are possible, the National Weather Service advises.

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Get Out And About In Dundalk: Check the Patch Calendar

Looking for a something to do? Find it on the Dundalk Calendar

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Just Listed: Homes for Sale in and around Dundalk

Looking for a new home? Or do you just like looking at what homes are on the market? Either way, here are the latest homes for sale in and around Dundalk...

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Court is in session at CCBC Dundalk

Dean Dennis Seymour sits in the new moot courtroom on the CCBC campus in Dundalk. Equipped with the latest technology, the space is being used to expose law enforcement officers and students to real-world legal proceedings.

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Puppy Killers Flee Cops | Medal of Honor Recipient's Salute | TSA Travel Tips | Student Protest | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including voting for the country's best holiday parade. Plus, how you can share your local news and events at Patch.

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C.J. Mosley Injury: Updates on Ravens LB's Thigh and Return

Baltimore Ravens linebacker C.J. Mosley is back on the shelf as he is dealing with an injured thigh.

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Latest on Mosley's Week 11 Status

Friday, Nov. 18

Per the Ravens' official injury report, Mosley has been a full participant in practice each of the last two days and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys. 

Mosley did not miss a start in his first two NFL seasons after the Ravens made him the 17th overall pick in 2014. He made it through the first five weeks this season before a hamstring injury knocked him out of a 16-10 loss against Washington. 

The Ravens got off to a great start this season, winning their first three games and looking like they had returned close to form after last year's disappointing 5-11 record. They have since fallen back to earth with a 5-4 record, though that is good enough to lead the AFC North.

Veteran Albert McClellan will take over as the primary inside linebacker if Mosley is unable to go or is limited. McClellan has spent his entire career with the Ravens, understands the defensive system and has started eight of the team's first nine games.

Baltimore doesn't have the same defensive talent it once did, making Mosley's presence more vital than ever. He has led the team in tackles each of the past two seasons and ranks second on the team with five passes defensed this season.

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Jimmy Smith Injury: Updates on Ravens CB's Back and Return

Baltimore Ravens defensive back Jimmy Smith is dealing with a back injury that has put his status for Week 11 against the Dallas Cowboys in jeopardy. 

Continue for updates.

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Latest on Smith's Playing Status

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Smith has been listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, per the Ravens' official injury list.

After not practicing Wednesday and Thursday, Smith was limited Friday. Through nine games, Smith has recorded 24 total tackles with two passes defended.

Smith has developed into a stalwart member of the Ravens defense since the franchise selected him in the first round of the 2011 NFL draft. The Colorado product is in his fourth season as a starter in the secondary after spending his first two years as a depth corner.

On the injury front, the 28-year-old veteran has been mostly durable since becoming a full-time player, missing just eight games over the previous three seasons. Those all came in 2014 due to a foot injury. More recently, he sat out some game action this year after suffering a concussion.

If the latest ailment causes him to miss more time, Shareece Wright and Tavon Young are in line to serve as Baltimore's starting corners. Wright missed the past three games with a hamstring issue, but he has been a full participant in practice this week and is listed as questionable.

The situation would also lead to more playing time for Jerraud Powers and Will Davis in certain defensive packages.

All told, losing a longtime key contributor like Smith for any type of extended period would be a major blow to the Ravens defense. He may not be the most flashy corner, but he's the most equipped player on the roster to guard an opponent's top target.

                                             

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Man Convicted of Manslaughter After Ocean City Fight

A Sparrows Point man has been convicted in the death of another man after a fight in Ocean City. 21-year-old Darren M. Beattie was convicted of manslaughter and assault.

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Shop Local with Free Parking Thanksgiving Weekend

Two-hour parking will be free at 1,735 meters throughout Baltimore County over the Thanksgiving weekend.

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Patch Holiday Gift Guide: Paw-some Presents for Dogs (and the People Who Love Them)

Human and four-legged friends alike will love these incredible canine finds.

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Dundalk Man Killed Outside Home: Police

Anyone with information about the murder may contact police at 410-307-2020 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.

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Thanksgiving Travel Hassles: TSA Adds Staff, Has Tips for Fliers

If you are flying this Thanksgiving holiday, here are some tips to help cut the wait times in airport lines.

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Man fatally shot outside his Dundalk home Thursday

Officers were called to Bank Street and 54th Street after someone heard gunshots and another person screaming to call police. Isadore Johnson, 43, was found lying in front of his home in the 8000 block of Bank Street, north of Eastpoint Mall, suffering from a gunshot wound, police said.

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Maryland Weekend Weather: From Balmy to 'Brrrrr!'

Here's what weather forecasters are saying to expect this weekend in Maryland. Hint: Bundle up as blustery winds sweep the state.

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A Guilt-Free Thanksgiving

A few healthy Thanksgiving “swaps” will help you enjoy your favorite holiday foods and keep your healthy habits going strong.

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New Victims in Teacher Sex Assault | ATM Skimming Suspects | Student Protesters Warned | Patch PM

Top posts in Maryland, including the state's "Best Small Town for Christmas." Plus, how you can share your local news and events at Patch.

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List Your Job on Patch!

Find a new job or post a job opening on the all new Patch Jobs!

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Circle That Date: Coming Events In Dundalk

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List Your Job on Patch!

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Patch Weekend Movie Guide: What to See and What to Skip

Critics have high hopes for the new ”Harry Potter" spinoff and Casey Affleck in "Manchester by the Sea.” But should you believe the buzz?

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Patch Holiday Gift Guide: 18 Essentials for Every Couple on Your List

Picnicking staples, travel must-haves, and luxe decor items are just some couple gift ideas you'll find in this helpful list.

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They took The Eagle on Vacation

Veterans from UAW Local #239, including Tom Creamer, Karl Cessna, Gary Groves and Herman Meusel, all from Dundalk, posed with their Eagle during a trip to the battlefield in Gettysburg, Pa. Jean and Sam Birchfield of Edgemere shared their Eagle with Tony and Karen Zaiko of Harford County during a recent trip to the Bahamas.

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Circle That Date: Coming Events In Dundalk

The Dundalk Patch Calendar has the goings-on. Check it out!

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Just Listed: Homes for Sale in and around Dundalk

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Pro-Trump Teen Beaten | Online School Threat Arrest | Cyclist Found Dead | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including Bernie Sander's planned visit to Baltimore. Plus, how you can share your local news and events at Patch.

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Tips to Prevent Package Theft During Holiday 2016 Shopping Season

Don't let "porch pirates" steal your holiday presents. Tips to prevent online purchases from being stolen outside your home.

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Bernie Sanders Speaking in Baltimore on Thursday

The Vermont Senator and former presidential candidate will speak at Johns Hopkins University on Nov. 17. The theme: 'Facing Fracture.'

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Heroin treatment centers may focus more on counseling

The state-regulated BD Health Services facility off North Point Boulevard dispenses methadone as a way to treat heroin addiction. Starting in March, clinics that dispense mediations such as methadone to treat addiction to heroin and prescription painkillers will see a change in how they're reimbursed by Medicaid.

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Maryland's Martin O'Malley Drops Bid for DNC Chairman

Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley says he will not seek the job of DNC chairman, but will continue to fight for the Democratic Party.

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36 Best Nursing Homes in Maryland: U.S. News

As options for senior care grow, U.S. News & World Report offers a list of the top providers in the state.

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Dundalk honors those who served the nation

Members of local veterans organizations, including Dundalk American Legion Post 38, gathered at the Veterans Memorial in Veterans Park to commemorate Veterans Day.

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Christmas a year round effort for Jerry Bathory

Jerry Bathory of Edgemere collects toys all year for distribution to children at Christmas with the help of local elementary school counselors and private donations. Standing with him is granddaughter Katelyn Singleton.

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New to the Market: Home Listings in and around Dundalk

Looking for a new home? Or do you just like looking at what homes are on the market? Either way, here are the latest homes for sale in and around Dundalk...

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Schools Investigate Racist Pics | Thanksgiving Travel Prediction | Workplace Injuries in Maryland | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including the search for a naked burglar. Plus, how you can share your local news and events at Patch.

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Ben Carson Turns Down Job in Donald Trump Administration

The retired neurosurgeon's manager said Trump offered him whatever post he wanted.

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Trump comes to Dundalk

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump shared lunch with several officials, including former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani, former Gov. Bob Ehrlich, state Sen. Johnny Ray Salling and Calvary Baptist Church Pastor Stacey Shiflett during a visit to Dundalk's Boulevard Diner last month. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump shared lunch with several officials, including former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani, former Gov. Bob Ehrlich, state Sen. Johnny Ray Salling and Calvary Baptist Church Pastor Stacey Shiflett during a visit to Dundalk's Boulevard Diner last month.

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5 Work-From-Home Jobs Posted In The Past Day — And How To Find More

Employers are constantly posting work-from-home jobs — and much more — to the Patch jobs board every day.

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Workplace Injuries in Maryland: 13 Jobs Most Likely to Hurt You

Overall, workplace injuries are down slightly in Maryland. A few dangerous professions stand out in new labor statistics.

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One Million Residents To Travel In Maryland Over Thanksgiving: AAA

Gas prices are dropping as a million Maryland residents prepare to travel for Thanksgiving, the largest number since 2007. Most will drive.

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They took The Eagle on Vacation

Jean and Sam Birchfield of Edgemere shared their Eagle with Tony and Karen Zaiko of Harford County during a recent trip to the Bahamas. Former Dundalk resident Herman Meusel, now of Edgemere, took a break with his Eagle during a visit to Delaware Park Casino in Wilmington, Del.

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PetSmart to Pay $4.25 Million Penalty for Defective Fish Bowls

PetSmart received at least 19 reports of fish bowls cracking, resulting in serious injuries; some injuries required stitches and surgery.

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Circle That Date: Coming Events In Dundalk

Check the Patch calendar to see what events are happening around Dundalk and when they get underway

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Homes Listed for Sale in and Near Dundalk

Patch brings you the latest homes on the market. Check out the latest homes for sale in and around Dundalk...

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Human Remains Found | Students Protest Trump | Man Stabs 2 Young Children | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including airport arrests after guns discovered. Plus, how you can share your local news and events at Patch.

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DRC seeking nominations for Milestone Awards

Dundalk Renaissance Corporation Milestone Awards are given to one individual and one business, nonprofit or government entity which supports continued growth and renewal in Dundalk. DRC now seeks nominees to be honored at the March 18, 2017, Milestone Gala.

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Baltimore County Reminds Residents Not to Rake or Blow Yard Materials Into Street

Raking or blowing leaves into the gutter or street is unsafe, potentially damaging to the Chesapeake Bay, and illegal.

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Randallstown Elementary, Sparrows Point Middle, Hereford High Win 2016 BCPS Attendance Commercial Contest

The winning entries will get the chance to have their work showcased on BCPS-TV.

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Patch Holiday Gift Guide: 16 Awesome Finds for Teenagers

This list has cool gift options for high school boys, college girls, and everyone in between.

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Check out the Dundalk Patch Calendar

Check the Patch calendar to see what events are happening around Dundalk and when they get underway

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New Listings: Homes for Sale in and around Dundalk

Patch brings you the latest homes on the market. Check out the latest homes for sale in and around Dundalk...

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New Open House Listings This Weekend in and around Dundalk

An open house planned by the right realtor can help you in any number of ways. Check out those around Dundalk...

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Patch Holiday Gift Guide: Slam Dunks for Sports Fans

We've rounded up the best sporty presents for your loved ones, whether they're professional athletes or world class spectators.

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Thanksgiving, Black Friday 2016 Store Hours for National Retailers

Target, Toys R Us, Kohls + more will open on Thanksgiving, but over 40 national retailers will wait for Black Friday. See list of hours.

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Motorcyclists Killed, Protests, Trooper Struck: Maryland News

Pet owners face fines for cold animals, state's attorney makes voting snafu, governor appoints new sheriff + more from Maryland Patches.

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Maryland Dream Homes: $11.5M Renovation, Rooftop Bar, Converted Firehouse

His and hers bathrooms, walls of glass in every room, walk-in shower and other features distinguish these Maryland WOW houses.

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Maryland Weather Forecast: Chill and Rain to Start the Week

We'll have cold temperatures to start the week, but it won't hang out for long. Here's the latest forecast:

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New Open House Listings This Weekend in and around Dundalk

So where can you find the open houses in Dundalk this weekend? Here’s a look at the most recent listings...

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Maryland Dream Homes: $11.5M Renovation, Rooftop Deck, Converted Firehouse

His and hers bathrooms, walls of glass in every room, walk-in shower and other features distinguish these Maryland WOW houses.

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Winning Powerball Numbers for Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016: $258M Jackpot

The Powerball jackpot has reached $258 million for the Nov. 12, 2016, drawing. Do you have the winning ticket?

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Get Out And About In Dundalk: Check the Patch Calendar

Looking for a something to do? Find it on the Dundalk Calendar

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Homes Listed for Sale in and Near Dundalk

Patch brings you newly listed homes on the market. Check out the latest homes for sale in and around Dundalk...

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$258M Winning Powerball Jackpot to Be Drawn; Live Results

The Powerball jackpot has reached $258 million for the Nov. 12, 2016, drawing. There's still time to buy your winning ticket.

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Freeze Warning Overnight: How to Protect Your Plants

After a warm fall, it will feel much cooler when you wake up Sunday, warns the National Weather Service. Cover any plants you want to save.

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Get Out And About In Dundalk: Check the Patch Calendar

Looking for a something to do? Find it on the Dundalk Calendar

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Just Listed: Homes for Sale in and around Dundalk

Patch brings you newly listed homes on the market. Check out the latest homes for sale in and around Dundalk...

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Open Houses in Dundalk

An open house planned by the right realtor can help you in any number of ways. Check out those around Dundalk...

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Wounded Warrior's Home | Freezing Forecast | Swastikas Deface School | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including a new Howard County sheriff is named. Plus, how you can share your local news, events and pics at Patch.

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Freeze, Frost Advisories Issued for Maryland: National Weather Service

The area will soon be under frost and freeze advisories. How's the weather looking for Maryland the rest of the weekend?

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Maryland's Martin O'Malley Eyes DNC Chair as Party Regroups

Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley says he hopes to help Democrats 'return to our roots as a nationwide, grassroots party.'

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24 Veterans Day Freebies and Deals on Dining, Shopping

On Veteran's Day, many businesses and restaurants are saying "thank you." Here's our list of places offering free meals and other deals.

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Joe Flacco, Ravens Too Flawed to Make Legitimate Run at AFC North Crown

The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Cleveland Browns 28-7 on Thursday night for their second straight win. The victory took the Ravens to 5-4 and insured that regardless of what happens Sunday, Baltimore will leave Week 10 with at least a share of first place in the AFC North.

That's the good news.

The bad news is that for the second straight week, the Ravens looked flat on offense, even in victory. The team once again struggled running the ball. Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco continued one of the shakier seasons of his nine-year NFL career.

And the Ravens, although they are in first place, once again failed to make a real case as to why they should be considered a serious contender in the AFC.

It wasn't all bad in Charm City on Thursday night. For starters, the Ravens got a convincing victory. Yes, it came against a winless Browns team that is redefining the concept of futility with each passing game, but on a short week, you take what you can get.

As it has most of the season, the Baltimore defense played well. The Ravens gave up only 144 yards of total offense. Four different Baltimore defenders, including outside linebacker Terrell Suggs, picked up sacks. Safety Eric Weddle and cornerback Jerraud Powers hauled in interceptions. And Suggs was a monster, adding a forced fumble and a batted pass that led to the Powers pick.

Flacco gave credit to Suggs and the defense while speaking with sideline reporter Heather Cox after the game: "He's unbelievable. He's been doing this for a really long time now. We're not really surprised on our sideline. We know what he can do, especially when he gets rolling. Our defense is playing with a lot of confidence right now. They're playing really good football. They're helping us out a lot."

Unfortunately, that's just about where the good times ended for the Ravens.

I wrote earlier Thursday that it was imperative the Ravens get the run game going against a Cleveland squad that could be run on by a Pop Warner team. It was important to take advantage of a matchup that should've allowed them to establish positive momentum on the ground.

Yeah, not so much.

Sure, the Ravens ran for 119 yards, a significant increase over their last few games, in which they ran for 50 and 11 yards against the Steelers and Jets, respectively. But that effort came on 34 carries for an average of 3.4 yards a pop. Both of those numbers were substantially lower than what the Browns' AFC-worst run defense has been allowing in those categories (146.4 yards, 4.6 average).

If you can't run on Cleveland, you just can't run.

And while Flacco threw for 296 yards and a season-high three scores and posted his highest passer rating since Week 1 (97.2), he also tossed a pair of interceptions deep in Cleveland territory. Like end-zone and 1-yard line deep.

The inability to run the ball effectively and sloppy turnovers may not have cost the Ravens against a god-awful Browns team (they are just so bad), but Baltimore doesn't get to play its progenitors every week.

Even wide receiver Steve Smith admitted to the NFL Network after the game that the offense isn't playing especially well: "We're trying to find our identity on offense. We're not playing as well as we need to play on offense compared to how our defense is playing. ... They're playing lights-out."

As an aside, Smith is a national treasure. He will be missed when he retires.

But in short, it was just about as unimpressive a blowout victory as you're apt to see—a game that hammered home just how far the AFC North appears to have fallen in 2016.

Record-wise, the Ravens are the best of a flawed group of teams in the division. But it's getting harder and harder to see them holding on to that mantle.

Yes, Baltimore beat the hated Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 9. But that was the first game back for a hobbled, rusty Ben Roethlisberger. When those teams meet again in Week 16, it could be a healthy Big Ben and a Steelers offense that is light-years better than Baltimore's.

Ask the Kansas City Chiefs what the Steelers at home firing on all cylinders look like. They will tell you they look like a 43-14 buzz saw—the kind of dominant signature win the Ravens don't have in 2016.

And no, last week doesn't count. Baltimore didn't win because it played well. It won because it played better than Pittsburgh—in a game where the bar was limbo-low.

The Ravens won't see the disappointing Cincinnati Bengals for the first time this season until Week 11. In a normal campaign, at 3-4-1, the pitching, lurching Bengals would already be all but out of it in a fiercely competitive AFC North.

But this is not a normal year.

The Bengals have made the playoffs in five straight seasons and are the deepest team in the division. They've had their bye week to get it figured out in advance of Monday night's trip to the Big Apple to face the New York Giants.

With the way the Ravens are playing on offense, it's difficult to imagine them holding off one of those teams, and it's nearly impossible to see them holding off both—especially when you consider they close the season against them.

There's still time to get it figured out. The defense is playing at a high level, and to his credit, Flacco is a veteran who has risen to the challenge before. If the Ravens travel to Dallas in 10 days and beat a Cowboys team that has the best record in the NFC, this narrative could change.

Flacco insisted to Cox that the Ravens are headed in the right direction. "We're gaining confidence and putting ourselves in a good position in November to play (meaningful) December football," Flacco said. "Give ourselves a shot at the playoffs. That's all you can ask."

The bad news is that against the worst team in the NFL, we didn't see anything to indicate Flacco's words were more than that. That the Ravens are figuring it out. That they are anything more than an OK team in first place in a bad division.

And even in a down year for the AFC North, with seven to play that probably won't be enough.

     

Gary Davenport is an NFL analyst at Bleacher Report and a member of the Fantasy Sports Writers Association and Pro Football Writers of America. You can follow Gary on Twitter @IDPSharks.

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Baltimore Protests President-Elect Donald Trump

'Not my President!' was one of the rallying cries among demonstrators marching from Mount Vernon to the Inner Harbor.

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Open Houses in Dundalk

So where can you find the open houses in Dundalk this weekend? Here’s a look at the most recent listings...

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Get Out And About In Dundalk: Check the Patch Calendar

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Deadly Vehicle Fire | Anti-Trump Protests | Latest Listeria Recall | News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including an arrest in an attack on a gay couple. Plus, how you can share your local news and events.

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Just Listed: Homes for Sale in and around Dundalk

Looking for a home? Or do you just like looking at what homes are on the market? Either way, here are the latest homes for sale in and around Dundalk...

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Patch Weekend Movie Guide: What to See and What to Skip

Amy Adams and aliens in "Arrival" or Naomi Watts and ghosts in "Shut In"? Find out which combo is worth a ticket. Plus, a 3-D must-see.

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Homeless veterans service Baltimore's new bike-share program

The 59-year-old Army veteran from Dundalk lives at the converted firehouse in South Baltimore that serves as a drug addiction treatment center for homeless men, many of them veterans. The nickname comes from his job: Baylor is one of the 10 homeless vets at the Station who was hired by Baltimore-based Corps Logistics, a veteran-owned firm, to install the city's bike-share system that launched two weeks ago.

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Patch Holiday Gift Guide: 15 Finds to Show Mom How Much You Love Her

From bangles that double as fitness trackers to luxuries that will help her unwind, this list has something for every mother out there.

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Baltimore County School Board Approves 2017–2018 Academic Calendar

Students will have a two-day spring break next year to allow for the post Labor Day start in Baltimore County.

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Baltimore Area Voters Sound Off After Voting in Election 2016

Despite Maryland's traditionally Democratic tilt, many voters said Trump’s temperament - rather than party - drove them to support Clinton.

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Target's Thanksgiving Day Shopping Is Back, Bigger

While Target will again open at 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, more than 40 national retailers will stay closed on Thanksgiving Day 2016.

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Deadly Listeria Recall of L.A. Creamery Ice Cream Sold in Maryland

Two ice cream flavors have been recalled in Maryland and 7 other states for a potentially deadly contamination of Listeria monocytogenes.

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Ravens Must Rediscover Rushing Attack in Thursday's Tuneup Game vs. Browns

The good news in Baltimore is that their victory over their most hated rivals last week snapped a four-game losing streak for the Ravens. The even better news is that the win over the Pittsburgh Steelers thrust the Ravens into first place in a surprisingly disappointing AFC North.

The bad news is that while a win is a win, the issues that caused the Ravens to drop four games in a row were still very much in evidence against the Steelers—issues that the team has to get figured out in a hurry if Baltimore is going to make any sort of real noise in the AFC in 2016.

Chief among those, as the Ravens prepare to face the winless Cleveland Browns on Thursday night, is getting their floundering run game untracked before the weather turns cold.

Head coach John Harbaugh admitted to Garrett Downing of the team's website that while it felt great to beat the Steelers Sunday, there's a lot of work left to be done:

What we have to focus on, really, is being a better football team. We’ve taken steps in the last couple of weeks to do that. We’ve cleaned a lot of that stuff up, but we still have a ways to go. That’s the beauty of football, especially in the NFL. It’s a long season and you have the opportunity to improve. Our guys are willing to do that. I really do believe we have the pieces in all three phases to be very good, but we have to find a way to make it happen and keep trusting in one another, and that’s it.

Nowhere is that need for improvement more pronounced than on offense.

Over a third of the Ravens' total offense against the Steelers came on a single play—a 95-yard catch-and-run by Mike Wallace in the first quarter. The Ravens managed only 41 yards of offense in the second half, scoring their only touchdown after halftime on a blocked punt. Baltimore gained only 50 yards on 29 carries on the afternoon.

That's 1.7 yards a pop, folks. And that is ungood.

It isn't a new problem, either. Before peeling off a whopping 1.4 yards per carry against the Steelers, starting tailback Terrance West managed only 1.3 yards per tote in a Week 7 loss to the New York Jets. He hasn't gained four yards a carry in a game since Week 5 and has only one 100-yard rushing game for the season.

The Ravens entered Week 10 ranked 28th in the NFL in rushing at 81.8 yards per game. In their last playoff season in 2014, the Ravens were eighth in the league. They were 11th in the NFL on the ground in their Super Bowl season in 2012.

The Ravens are an offense long built around running the football. Of late, they've done a rotten job of it. And asking Joe Flacco to carry the Baltimore offense with a so-so cadre of pass-catchers is a recipe for the sort of offensive futility we saw against Pittsburgh.

Mind you, this is an offense that's already on their second coordinator of the season, with Marty Mornhinweg taking the reins from the fired Marc Trestman last month.

Since then, the run game has actually gone backward. As Jeff Zrebiec of the Baltimore Sun pointed out, in five games under Trestman, the Ravens averaged 4.2 yards per carry. In three with Mornhinweg calling the plays, that number has free-fallen two full yards.

West told Zrebiec that despite that alarming stat the Ravens are making progress. "Coach is game-planning, and it's been a more balanced game plan," West said. "That's what happened."

What needs to happen now is less talking and more walking. Fewer platitudes and more production. Because I've got news for West and anyone else buying that nonsense—teams that rush for less than 2.5 yards a carry don't make the playoffs in the NFL.

Luckily for the Ravens, they play host to the NFL's lone winless team on Thursday. The Browns rank dead last in the AFC in total defense, allowing over 420 yards a game. Only the San Francisco 49ers have allowed more yards on the ground this season than Cleveland's 146.4 yards per game.

As an aside, the Niners are giving up 193...yards...per game. That is not a typo.

The Ravens also might be able to goose the ground game with an infusion of new blood. After missing time earlier in the season, rookie Kenneth Dixon has been steadily eating into West's touches and snaps of late. Harbaugh told Ryan Mink of the team's website that he wasn't going to make any huge changes heading into the Steelers game, but the Ravens did plan to feature the youngster more:

We’re not going to have some big, monstrous change in what we’re doing. We believe in the things we’re doing. We just want to do them better, game-plan them better, scheme them better, block them better and all of those sorts of things.

I would like to see Kenneth Dixon play more. He is young, in terms of pass protection stuff, for sure. So sometimes it is a little harder to get him out the field when you are going no-huddle. That probably is part of it.

Dixon's nine carries for 13 yards against the Steelers isn't a number that would blow a dandelion away, and he suffered a chest contusion in the game. But Dixon was back at practice Monday, and given that West hasn't hit two yards a carry since October 16th, it isn't going to hurt to give Dixon more work. Give him a true shot to show what he can do.

Frankly, who the Ravens run the ball with against the Browns isn't as important as the fact that they make a concerted effort to run it and have more success doing so than against the Steelers. Find a guy who can get you even 3.5 yards a carry and feed him, whether it's West, Dixon, Buck Allen, a guy from the stands—whoever. Wear the Browns down.

The Ravens managed only 80 yards on the ground against the Browns in Week 2—a game where Baltimore fell behind by 20 and had to abandon the run. That can't happen again. The Ravens should be hellbent on increasing that total by at least half.

The Baltimore Ravens have their flaws. In an AFC North that's sprouting warts left and right in 2016, that's OK. The Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals have them too. The Browns are just one big walking flaw.

The Ravens are also a team that has shown time and again the ability to get hot once the playoffs start and play their best football in the NFL's second season. The 2012 incarnation went 10-6 in the regular season before embarking on one of the great postseason runs in NFL history.

But first you have to make the playoffs, and as veteran stalwart Terrell Suggs told Downing, that's far from guaranteed right now: "It’s always good to beat your division rivals, but what does it mean if we drop it Thursday? It means [nothing]. It’s time. We’ve got to start doing what we know we are capable of doing and winning. So we’ve got some work to do."

Suggs is absolutely right. And while there's not much he can do to help the run game (although it would be, um, interesting to see him line up at fullback), it's that rushing attack that will determine whether Thursday night is the beginning of a second-half surge for the Ravens or just more running into the pile.

       

Gary Davenport is an NFL analyst at Bleacher Report and a member of the Fantasy Sports Writers Association and Pro Football Writers of America. You can follow Gary on Twitter: @IDPSharks.

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