Politics & Government
Your Government: HPV Vaccine Uproar, Work Wanted, Teen Curfew Sticks
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In this week’s collection of Patch government stories, teen curfews are debated, and Marylanders say the controversial cervical cancer vaccine probably is safe, but shouldn’t be forced on young girls.
Marylanders are suffering under the economic downturn, but see improvement if President Obama's jobs plan is approved. Details are on Arbutus Patch.
Montgomery County's executive signals he's not likely to budge on his controversial proposal for a teen curfew. Read why on Colesville Patch.
Find out what's happening in Columbiawith free, real-time updates from Patch.
The vaccine that protects against cervical cancer is a safe and effective medicine, but probably should not be mandated in Maryland, say medical professionals and parents. Find out why on Savage-Guilford Patch.
Carroll County's commissioner discusses his hot topic views on sustainable growth, Agenda 21, and the environment. Westminster Patch has a link to the video.
Find out what's happening in Columbiawith free, real-time updates from Patch.
The Laurel Board of Election Supervisors allows former Prince George’s County Council candidate Valerie Cunningham to enter the mayoral election race. Check out the story on Laurel Patch.
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