Festivities celebrating Ireland’s patron saint took place throughout the weekend. If you plan to join the fun on St. Patrick’s Day, Virginia State Police (VSP) reminds the community not to drink and drive.

Virginia State Police want to remind drivers to plan ahead for a safe trip home if you are out celebrating St. Patrick's Day.

Maryland State troopers have increased patrols throughout St. Patrick's Day weekend. State troopers are watching for impaired or distracted drivers. "Cell phone usage, just not paying attention while you're driving because we're going to have our state troopers out here working this weekend to enforce the motor vehicle laws,