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Beginnings: Because it was situated midway between Aquebogue and Mattituck on the North Fork, Laurel was known for many years as Middle District. When Riverhead Town split from Southold in 1792, the new border ran through the little farming community, dividing it in half. Middle District later became Franklinville some time before residents formed their own Presbyterian church in 1831, and finally Franklinville became Laurel in 1890. The substitution may have been inspired by the area's abundance of laurel trees and bushes.  Show more »
Beginnings: Because it was situated midway between Aquebogue and Mattituck on the North Fork, Laurel was known for many years as Middle District. When Riverhead Town split from Southold in 1792, the new border ran through the little farming community, dividing it in half. Middle District later became Franklinville some time before residents formed their own Presbyterian church in 1831, and finally Franklinville became Laurel in 1890. The substitution may have been inspired by the area's abundance of laurel trees and bushes.  « Show less

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    Jun 18, 2013 |Story| Patuxent Homestead

  1. Prince George's releases rain tax plans

    The long-awaited proposed details on how Prince George's County officials plan to implement the Watershed Protection and Restoration Program, better known as the rain tax, were released by Department of Environmental Resources officials on Monday.
    The long-awaited proposed details on how Prince George's County officials plan to implement the Watershed Protection and Restoration Program, better known as the rain tax, were released by Department of Environmental Resources officials on Monday. No...

    Tags: Environmental Pollution, Business, Maryland General Assembly, Conservation, Bodies of Water

    2. Jun 14, 2013 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  2. Shoulder of I-83 South blocked in Baltimore Co.

    A single-vehicle accident on I-83 South at Ruxton Road in Baltimore County has the right shoulder blocked state highway officials reported around 9:15 a.m.
    A single-vehicle accident on I-83 South at Ruxton Road in Baltimore County has the right shoulder blocked state highway officials reported around 9:15 a.m. In Frederick County, highway officials are reporting a collision involving two vehicles on Route...

    Tags: Frederick (Frederick, Maryland), Fort McHenry, Annapolis, Maryland Area Regional Commuter Train Service, Highway Transportation

    3. Jun 13, 2013 |Story| Patuxent Homestead

  3. Tornado confirmed near Laurel Thursday

    The National Weather Service said a confirmed tonado was reported near Laurel around 4:06 p.m. today, and the weather watchdog agency issued a severe thunderstorm warning, and a tornado warning for parts of Prince George's, Anne Arundel and Howard counties that are all in Laurel.
    The National Weather Service said a confirmed tonado was reported near Laurel around 4:06 p.m. today, and the weather watchdog agency issued a severe thunderstorm warning, and a tornado warning for parts of Prince George's, Anne Arundel and Howard...

    Tags: Natural Disasters, Baltimore Gas and Electric Co., AAA, National Weather Service, Floods

    4. May 31, 2013 |Story| Patuxent Homestead

  4. Discovery Community Park reopening set for Monday evening

    Three months after a fire melted and destroyed playground equipment at Laurel's Discovery Community Park, the city is throwing a party to celebrate the park's new, rebuilt equipment.
    Three months after a fire melted and destroyed playground equipment at Laurel's Discovery Community Park, the city is throwing a party to celebrate the park's new, rebuilt equipment. The reopening celebration will be held Monday, June 3 from 5 to 7 p.m....

    Tags: Prince George's County

    5. May 29, 2013 |Story| Patuxent Homestead

  5. This year's cicada invasion is skipping Laurel

    If you've been yearning to hear that noisy outdoor buzzing loud enough to drown out a conversation, University of Maryland entomologist Michael Raupp has some bad news for you.
    If you've been yearning to hear that noisy outdoor buzzing loud enough to drown out a conversation, University of Maryland entomologist Michael Raupp has some bad news for you. "Laurel won't be seeing any cicadas this year," said Raupp, who writes a...
    6. Jun 7, 2013 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  6. Athletes, officers bring Special Olympics Torch Run through Laurel

    Laurel Police and local Special Olympics athletes braved the afternoon heat and ran more than 8 miles northbound on Route 1 Wednesday during the 28th annual Maryland Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run.
    Laurel Police and local Special Olympics athletes braved the afternoon heat and ran more than 8 miles northbound on Route 1 Wednesday during the 28th annual Maryland Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run. The run, which took the participants from...

    Tags: Howard County, Special Olympics, College Park (Prince George's, Maryland), American Legion, Dwayne Johnson

    7. Jun 6, 2013 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  7. Assistant prosecutor named Anne Arundel's new state's attorney

    A career Anne Arundel prosecutor was chosen Thursday as the county's new state's attorney, making her the first woman to hold the position as the top prosecutor in the county.
    A career Anne Arundel prosecutor was chosen Thursday as the county's new state's attorney, making her the first woman to hold the position as the top prosecutor in the county. Anne Colt Leitess, 49, will complete the 18 months remaining in the term of...

    Tags: Judges, Annapolis, Prosecution, Lawyers, Justice System

    8. Jun 3, 2013 |Story| Patuxent Homestead

  8. Laurel nonprofits receive county Community Partnership Grants

    Three nonprofit groups that offer programs to Laurel students were among groups countywide that received grants from the Prince George's County Community Partnership Grant Program for fiscal year 2013. First Generation College Bound, which helps high...

    Tags: Prince George's County

    9. Jun 6, 2013 |Story| Patuxent Homestead

  9. City of Laurel Community Garden celebrates growth

    There is a whole world growing behind Laurel Presbyterian Church these days.
    There is a whole world growing behind Laurel Presbyterian Church these days. In the lot about the size of a football field, local residents are growing together as they tend their plots in the City of Laurel Community Garden. On Saturday, June 1, the...

    Tags: Gardens and Parks, Robin Williams, Hobbies, Gardening, Tourism and Leisure

    10. Jun 3, 2013 |Story| Patuxent Homestead

  10. Two more fires added to Laurel arson investigations

    Two fires in Laurel last week — at a playground and a closed Route 1 restaurant — are being investigated as arson and county fire investigators said they are similar to seven other fire arsons that have hit Laurel playgrounds and businesses this year.
    Two fires in Laurel last week — at a playground and a closed Route 1 restaurant — are being investigated as arson and county fire investigators said they are similar to seven other fire arsons that have hit Laurel playgrounds and businesses...

    Tags: Bowie, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Prince George's County

    11. May 29, 2013 |Story| Patuxent Homestead

  11. Investigation continues in Laurel playground fires

    While several arson incidents that occurred at Laurel community parks in March remain unsolved, city officials and fire investigators say they are making progress with their overall investigation.
    While several arson incidents that occurred at Laurel community parks in March remain unsolved, city officials and fire investigators say they are making progress with their overall investigation. Playground fires at Discovery Community Park, on March...

    Tags: Government, Public Officials, Bowie, Arson, Prince George's County

    12. Jun 6, 2013 |Story| Patuxent Homestead

  12. Vote today to name Laurel car wash best in nation

    A Laurel car wash is in the running to be named best car wash/detail shop in the country, and its owner has already won a trip to Las Vegas. Second Street Car Wash, located on Route 1 at Laurel Avenue, is a finalist in radio and television personality...

    Tags: Radio, Culture, Business, Elections, Ceremonies

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