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A report said a former teacher, 44-year-old Matthew Scott Banks Schlegel of Severna Park Elementary School, was indicted on 55 counts in a student sex abuse case.
A report said a former teacher, 44-year-old Matthew Scott Banks Schlegel of Severna Park Elementary School, was indicted on 55 counts in a student sex abuse case. (Renee Schiavone/Patch)

MARYLAND — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Maryland. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Teacher Accused Of Sex Abuse Indicted On 55 Charges: Report

A teacher accused of sex abuse was indicted. He now faces more than 50 charges, a report said.

Mom's Boyfriend Convicted In Child's Sexual Abuse: Prosecutor

A girl was sexually abused by her mom's boyfriend, prosecutors said. He was just convicted.

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Slain Toddler Suffered Multiple Fractures, Dad Charged: Police

A father has been charged in his 2-year-old son's death after he was found with multiple fractures and widespread bruising.

14-Year-Old Dies Days After Being Shot While Visiting Friend: Police

A 14-year-old has died days after she was shot while visiting a friend in her home after school, police say. A reward for info is available.

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Lifeguards Save Girl Who Wasn't Breathing At Pool: Officials

Lifeguards rescued a girl who wasn't breathing at a pool. Here's how they saved her life.

Bar Fight Hospitalizes Employee, Suspect Arrested: Police

A bar fight hospitalized a pub worker, police said. The suspect is also accused of choking a customer and trying to disarm an officer.

Man Convicted In Rape Of 18-Year-Old Woman During Breakup

A man has been convicted in the rape of an 18-year-old woman who tried to break up with him in a wooded area.

Student Charged After Bomb Threat At High School: Police

A high school was evacuated after the school received a bomb threat, police said.

High School Student Caught With Gun Arrested: Police

A student caught with a gun was arrested, police said. The 17-year-old was charged as an adult.

Mass Shooting Vigil Remembers 3 Victims 1 Year After Attack

A vigil marked one year since a Maryland mass shooting that killed three fathers. "None of us deserve to feel this pain," one widow said.

Fire Reported At Laundromat, No Injuries: Official

A fire was reported at a laundromat. Firefighters extinguished the blaze in 30 minutes, officials said.

Elected Official Removed After Tax Misconduct: Office

An elected official accused of tax misconduct was removed, her office said. Her replacement was announced this week.

MD Parole Agent Stabbed Multiple Times, Body Found Wrapped In Plastic

Emanuel Edward Sewell has been charged in connection with the death of Davis Martinez, a Maryland Department of Public Safety employee.


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