The Calvert Marine Museum is hosting the Kalmar Nyckel, The Tall Ship of Delaware, on June 22 – 24 in Solomons. This queen of the tall ship fleet will offer public sails and tours. The Kalmar Nyckel will dock at Watermen’s Wharf, Solomons, located next to the Chesapeake Biological Lab Visitors Center and will...
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The Maryland Department of Transportation’s State Highway Administration (SHA) is urging motorists to share the road and be on the lookout for cyclists, particularly Friday, May 18 which is “National Bike to Work Day.” With local groups, counties and municipalities around the State sponsoring Bike to Work activities, more bicycle traffic is expected along...
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St. Mary’s Vice Narcotics Detectives recently made the following arrests: Andrew Tkaczuk, 27, was indicted by Vice Narcotics Detectives for multiple counts to include prescription fraud and insurance fraud. He was arrested in El Paso, Texas and was extradited back to the State of Maryland. He was subsequently released after his initial appearance in...
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The week of May 19-25 2012 is designated as National Safe Boating Week. Calvert Board of County Commissioners presented a proclamation to the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Calvert County is able to accommodate a wide variety of pleasure boats for recreational purposes and it can be a very risky sport. Problems arise with boaters who...
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The following is a sample of recent events investigated by the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. For information about other events which are not included in this report, visit www.CrimeReports.com and search by county, city, zip code or street address. ATTEMPT THEFT: On May 16 between 5:50 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., unknown suspect(s) removed the...
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Maryland State Police in Leonardtown are investigating the following incidents: Warrant Service – On Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 11:10pm, TFC G. A. Thompson served a Bench Warrant (T3-15053) on Catelynn Nicolle Marstin, 22, of Lusby. The warrant was issued with an original charge of Driving Without A Required License by the District Court...
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The Calvert Board of County Commissioners has designed the week of May 20 – 26 2012 as Emergency Medical Services Week. The service the volunteers provide are a vital public service and are ready to provide lifesaving care twenty four seven. This dramatically increases the survival and recovery rate of those who experience sudden...
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As part of National Transportation Week, citizens are invited to fill a St. Mary’s County Transit System (STS) bus with non-perishable foods. Donations are critically needed to replenish local food banks. Due to the current economic crisis, organizers of local pantries continue to report higher than normal requests for food from individuals as well...
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Maryland International Raceway (MIR) has just completed another phase of improvements targeted at racer safety, event efficiency and boosting the overall MIR fan experience. Improvements include a whole new starting line center section with unique poured concrete walls, concrete slab, Line-X concrete coatings and vinyl wrap graphics. The new center section not only looks...
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Mark your calendar for the MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital’s Cancer Survivors’ Day Picnic taking place on Sunday, June 3 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. on the hospital grounds. Now in its 25th year, the picnic is a community event filled with joy, camaraderie, hope, compassion and love as cancer survivors and their families are...
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The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank Crooked I Gaming Center of Chesapeake Beach for their recent donation of $500 to the students of the Calvert Career and Technology Academy to assist them in attending the Skills USA competition conference in Kansas City. The students are this year’s Maryland State winning...
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Eating fresh and eating local will be easier than ever this year at four Calvert County farmers markets. Offering a host of Southern Maryland produce, the Calvert County markets are now open on the following schedule: · Tuesdays in Prince Frederick at Calvert Memorial Hospital Parking lot adjacent to Route 4 3-7 p.m. through November...
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Elmo, Grover, Cookie Monster and Rosita will be visiting Naval Air Station Patuxent River Saturday, May 26 as part of the Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families. The cast will be joined by Katie, a new military character designed exclusively for military families. The event is scheduled at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at...
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On Tuesday, May 15, the Charles County Commissioners showed their support of the 2012 Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Maryland being held on June 7. The County Commissioners encourage county employees to participate in the event and/or purchase and wear their t-shirts to support this worthwhile fundraiser. Torch Run/Walk t-shirts are $10...
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The all clear has been given to the Calvert County District Courthouse in Prince Frederick after a suspicious package was left inside the building. On Tuesday, May 15 at 1:06 p.m., State Fire Marshal Bomb Technicians were dispatched to 200 Duke Street for report of a suspicious package. Investigation revealed a small leather briefcase was left...
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The St. Mary’s County Bureau of Criminal Investigations, assisted by deputies from the Special Operations Division, initiated a joint investigation regarding multiple burglaries to motor vehicles at Leonardtown High School, the College of Southern Maryland and during Spring-Fest at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds. As a result of the joint investigation three suspects were...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the following incidents: BURGLARY: Between May 13 and May 14, a homeowner reported someone broke into his house in the 1200 block of Adams Court in Waldorf and stole cash, clothing, jewelry and electronics. Officer R. Horrocks is investigating. CAR REPORTED STOLEN: On May 13 between 8...
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The Calvert County Department of Public Works, Division of Solid Waste, is hosting two events in June for residents who wish to recycle unwanted textile materials and sensitive paperwork. Community paper shred events will be held Saturday, June 2, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at Huntingtown High School and Saturday, June 9, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at...
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On Saturday, May 19 The Center for Life Enrichment and the Special Olympics of St. Mary’s will be helped in large part with the annual CA$H BA$H. The event is one in which attendees can vie for their share of $10,000 in cash prizes throughout the day. Held at the Hollywood Firehouse Carnival Yard,...
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Would you like to find and identify your own fossils? Did you know that the largest exposed seam of Miocene fossils in North America is here in Calvert County at Calvert Cliffs? This explains why even the casual beach comber finds fossilized sharks teeth millions of years old. Learn more about this remarkable natural...
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Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) has awarded four scholarships to high school seniors for 2012. Each year, SMECO awards four $1,500 college scholarships to students who live in the Co-op’s service area. Scholarships are based on the applicants’ scholastic achievement, financial need, and school and community involvement. SMECO has awarded each of the following...
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On Monday Annapolis introduced a bill to increase income taxes on individuals who earn more than $100,000 and couples who earn more than $150,000 – even though the budget was already balanced. With unemployment still high and the economy stalled Annapolis is redefining wealth, while Maryland already has one of the highest combined local...
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Is your middle school student interested in science, being outdoors, learning by doing, and experimenting? The Calvert Marine Museum is offering the perfect program: the Summer Environmental Institute. This is a very serious name for a fun, hands-on camp experience that will give kids a chance to get out on the water, into the...
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Maryland State Police in Leonardtown are investigating the following incidents: Drug Arrest – On Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 6:42pm, TFC N. E. Gresko conducted a traffic stop on a Toyota Camry in the area of Maryland Route 246 and Kay Drive for a traffic violation. Upon approaching the vehicle, which was occupied three...
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Maryland State Police in Prince Frederick are investigating the following incidents: Burglary: On 5/9/12 at 2:00 am, Trooper First Class Parker responded to the 3700 block of Redberry Dr. in Port Republic for a reported burglary. Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence while the homeowners were asleep and removed numerous items. Investigation continues. Possession of...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office have arrested the following suspects on drug charges: CDS Violation On May 11 at 3:47 p.m. Cpl. T. Phelps responded to the 200 block of Helena Drive in Prince Frederick for the report of suspicious persons. Cpl. Phelps made contact with three individuals who advised they did not live in...
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During the week of May 7 through May 13 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,406 calls for service throughout the community. The following incidents remain under investigation: Burglary A red Sears riding mower, model DYT400, worth $1100 ,was stolen from the garage of a home on Howard Drive in Port Republic...
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An active, fun-filled day is what the St. Mary’s Fit & Healthy Coalition has planned for its first ever Fit & Healthy Expo on Sunday, May 20 at Chancellor’s Run Regional Park in California, Md. The free event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and it promises something for everyone, including lots of...
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The Solomons Island Yacht Club (SIYC) will conduct the Annual Blessing of the Fleet for all boats in the Solomons area on Sunday, May 20, 2012. This ceremony originated many years ago to bless the fishing fleet for a safe and successful season, and is continued to this day for that purpose. SIYC, one...
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On Saturday, June 23, from 12 p.m.-6 p.m., the Charles County Tourism & Recreation Expo & Symposium will be held at Regency Furniture Stadium (11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf). The Symposium celebrity guest speaker is Charles Mann . . . An athlete, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Mr. Mann is a former twelve-year veteran...
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The Chesapeake Choral Arts Society Presents: “Steal Away-An Evening of Spirituals” On Saturday, June 23, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 24, 2012 at 3:30 p.m., the Chesapeake Choral Arts Society, under the direction of Michael K. Santana, will present “Steal Away – An Evening of Spirituals” at the College of Southern Maryland...
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The High School Summer School program is for St. Mary’s County Public School students currently enrolled in grades 9-12. Students who have received a grade of “E” in a course or have completed a course with a grade of “D” and wish to improve their skills are eligible to register. Students not enrolled in...
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Greenwell is holding two summer camp open house events. Wednesday, May 16 from 4pm – 7pm Saturday, May 19 from noon – 3pm Try some camp activities with a counselor; meet the director; see the park; register for camp! Greenwell offers nine weeks of summer camps including Camp Greenwell, Horse Camp, Int. Horse Camp, Fishing Camp...
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Maryland State Police in Leonardtown have picked up the following suspects on Bench Warrant Arrests: Warrant Service – On Thursday, April 26, 2012 at 10:50am, Cpl. M. W. Laney served a Bench Warrant on James Edward Denton, 49, of Lusby. The warrant was issued by the District Court of St. Mary’s County on April...
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Leonardtown, Md. (May 10, 2012) ─ Residents in Southern Maryland may have noticed that inchworm-like creatures have wasted no time feasting on the area’s foliage since they appeared in early spring. With this year’s higher populations, the cankerworm has devoured tree leaves throughout Charles and St. Mary’s Counties. The worms are now finished their...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the following incidents: BURGLARY: On May 6 at 8:54 a.m., officers responded to the 9500 block of Dewberry Drive in Faulkner for the report of a burglary. A preliminary investigation showed unknown suspect(s) broke into a house and stole a jar of coins. Some of the coins...
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Maryland State Police in Leonardtown have arrested the following people on DUI charges: DUI Status Sheet April 19 thru May 9, 2012 Richard Peter Gerard Humulock, 57, of Mechanicsville on 4/22/12 by TFC B. T. Wiesemann Ashley Ann Burger, 25, of White Plains on 4/24/12 by TFC J. S. Gibson Robin Nichole Lecates, 23, of...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a theft that occurred last month at the Waldorf Jaycees Community Center and is asked for the public’s assistance in identifying the two suspects pictured in security camera photographs. The suspects entered the community center, located at 3090 Crain Highway in Waldorf, shortly after noon on April...
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On May 9 at 8:08 a.m., officers responded to Mattawoman Middle School at 10145 Berry Road, Waldorf, after a school administrator learned a BB gun, box cutter and a pair of boot spikes were in a student’s book bag and locker. A school resource officer charged the student with possession of weapons on school...
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On May 7, 2012, at approximately 2:01 p.m., Anne Arundel County Police Officers from the Southern District responded to the 5200 block of Nick Road near Scott Town Road for a report of an Armed Subject with a knife. The homeowner called 911 reported a person was in the living room armed with a knife. The calling...
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Calvert County Government’s Employee of the Month for May is Claudette White. Claudette works for Public Works in the Highway Maintenance Division, as Highway Maintenance Service Coordinator. She went above and beyond after Tropical Storm Irene. Working with Jim Ammons from FEMA, they had to determine the amount of expenses that would be eligible...
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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office will join other nationwide law enforcement agencies and highway safety advocates all across the country for the 2012 National Click It or Ticket seatbelt enforcement mobilization, May 7, 2012 through June 3, 2012. Click It or Ticket is a two prong – education and enforcement campaign. Law enforcement...
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On May 5, 2012, Sheriff Mike Evans and the men and women of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office hosted another successful Open House. One of the highlights of the day was a presentation to the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA). Thanks to generous donations made by numerous corporate sponsors, Sheriff Evans presented a...
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Civista Medical Center has received the Workplace Excellence and Health & Wellness Trailblazer Award for the 8th consecutive year. Civista was one of only 71 businesses in Maryland to receive the awards. Each year The Alliance for Workplace Excellence recognizes excellent places to work throughout the mid-Atlantic region. These awards recognize businesses that promote...
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Leonardtown, MD – Motorists who refuse to wear their seat belts – beware. The 2012 national Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization kicks off May 7th to help save lives by cracking down on those who don’t buckle up. The Maryland State Police is joining with other state and local law enforcement...
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Due to the generosity of book lovers cleaning out their shelves for their Spring cleaning, the Calvert Library is overstocked with a huge assortment of donated books and videos! Help us spin gold out of this lovely stock by coming to the Friends of Calvert Library Super Sidewalk Used Book Sale on Saturday, May...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Accreditation Manager Pamela McKay graduated from the “Leadership Southern Maryland” (LSM) Training Program on May 4, 2012. “LSM is a nine-month, tuition-based program to develop leaders from the Southern Maryland area for regional collaboration. While absorbing the local “flavour” in each of three counties, participants will have the opportunity...
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The following Navy contracts have been awarded locally: Lockheed Martin Corp., Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Co., Fort Worth, Texas, is being awarded a $237,740,000 modification to the previously awarded fixed-price-incentive-fee (firm target) F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Low Rate Initial Production IV contract (N00019-09-C-0010) for changes to the configuration baseline hardware or software...
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Students from several local martial arts schools in the Southern Maryland region will be competing Saturday, May 19th, 2012 at the 2012 All Star Championship to be held at Patuxent High School in Lusby. This annual tournament, open to the public and sponsored by the US Black Belt Academy Association (USBBAA), is a precursor...
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The Lexington Park Business and Community Association with the Community Development Corporation celebrated the completion of the Great Mills Road street-scaping project with a parade in the Park on Saturday, May 5. More than 300 participants gathered between Raley’s Home Furnishings and the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department for the grand event. Community groups,...
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Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the following incidents: MAN INVOLVED IN BARRICADE IDENTIFIED: The CCSO has identified the man involved in the barricade on Pleasant View Place as Joseph Kendall Fryer, III, 44, of Newburg. Fryer died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound as officers attempted to serve him an arrest warrant at his...
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During National Stroke Awareness Month and throughout the year, MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital wants you to be aware of the causes and symptoms of stroke and how to act in the event of one. As a nationally certified Stroke Center, MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital offers support and information programs, and on May 9 from...
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On May 7, 2012 at approximately 12:53 a.m.,, Trooper First Class A. Watson was patrolling Livingston Road near the Indian Head Rail Trail Park located on Livingston Road, north of Hawthorne Road, Indian Head, Charles County, MD when he observed a black Hyundai pull into the park. The male quickly exited the vehicle and...
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Sotterley Plantation’s War of 1812 Living History “The Choice” will be part of the three year national bicentennial commemoration of this war in our region. “The Choice” will take place on June 9th, July 14th, and August 11th, with showings of the performance at 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on...
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UPDATE OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE On May 7 at 11:19 a.m., officers with the CCSO Warrant/Fugitive Unit were attempting to serve an arrest warrant in the 10500 block of Pleasant View Place in Newburg for a subject who was wanted in connection with two charges of driving while impaired. As officers were at the front...
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Victoria Carol Gardiner, 44 of Leonardtown, was identified as a target in a prescription fraud investigation as well as a possible prescription drug distributor. St. Mary’s Vice Narcotics Detectives arrested suspect Gardiner after she distributed eight “Oxycodone” pills in the parking lot of a local pharmacy. Additional “Oxycodone” pills were recovered and numerous additional...
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Maryland State Police in Prince Frederick have arrested the following people for DUI: Lester B. Shockley, 41 of Port Republic, was arrested on May 1 at 11:24 pm by TFC A. Merkelson Tiara S. Boyd, 21 of Prince Frederick, was arrested on May 2 at 1:02 pm by TFC E. West Patrick C. Shorb, 27 of...
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During the week of April 30 through May 6, deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,521 calls for service throughout the community. The following incidents remain under investigation: Theft Someone stole an aluminum boat from the backyard pond of a home on Grovers Turn Lane in Owings sometime on May 4. Cpl....
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Maryland State Fire Marshall’s are investigating a case of arson in Calvert County. On May 4 around 5:28 p.m., fire and rescue responded to the 7400 blk of B Street in Chesapeake Beach for report of a house fire. Crews arrived on scene to discover fire in the basement area of a vacant single...
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Governor Martin O’Malley recently announced that he would convene a special session of the Maryland General Assembly beginning on May 14, 2012. The special session will be held to complete work on Maryland’s budget to ensure that Maryland’s Triple A bond rating is protected, and critical investments in public education, public safety, the State’s workforce,...
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Young Life 5K and 1 Mile Run 2012 2012 Title Sponsor: CHIC-FIL-A Gold Sponsors: Dean Lumber – Southpoint Church – Two- Guys Collision Center – Wells Fargo – World Gym – Wyle EVENT DETAILS REGISTER NOW AT ACTIVE.COM! Join Young Life members and fans of all ages for the 3rd annual Young Life 5K...
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The second annual Beer Festival will be held at Historic St. Mary’s City Museum on Sunday, May 20, from noon until 6 p.m. Rock to the music of 25th Hour Band and The Piranhas while you enjoy a variety of activities, including special tours of Van Sweringen’s Ordinary (one of the first taverns of...
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MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital Vice President, Finance, Ric Braam (second from left) accepts a ceremonial check representing a generous $1500 donation that the Lions Club of Leonardtown made to the hospital’s Foundation recently. The Foundation takes a lead role in major fundraising endeavors for the hospital to support healthcare scholarships and medical and surgical...
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The heart of Lexington Park will come alive with an inaugural parade and ribbon cutting on Saturday, May 5 to celebrate the completion of the Great Mills Road Streetscape Project. The $9.7 million project provides infrastructure improvements to further the revitalization of Lexington Park. The parade kicks off at 10:00 a.m. at the...
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La Plata, MD – On May 3, the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1199, representing Civista Medical Center’s Registered Nurses, cancelled the one-day strike and picketing that was scheduled to begin Tuesday, May 8, 2012. Civista is currently and has always been adequately and safely staffed. The current staffing in the hospital meets...
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On May 1 at 9:33 a.m., officers responded to the 3000 block of Gallery Place in Waldorf after a woman called police and reported she had been stabbed by an acquaintance during an argument. Officers located the suspect, Sandra Anthony, 24, of Waldorf, and placed her under arrest. She was charged with first-degree assault....
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May 3, 2012 Dear Friend, There are few better ways to celebrate the summer than by enjoying a steaming bucket of Maryland Blue Crabs covered in Old Bay. That’s why I’m so pleased to share that this year, the Maryland Blue Crab population is at a 19-year high! This achievement did not...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office recently sponsored their Third Annual Bike Ride to benefit the United Way of Charles County and the Spring Dell Center. Despite cloudy skies and the threat of rain, nearly 100 community members joined the sheriff’s office to ride the 26-mile Hiker-Biker Indian Head Rail Trail. The event raised $2,800...
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Charles County Public Schools is offering sports physicals this summer to student athletes. Physicals will be limited to the first 100 students and are done on a first-come, first-serve basis. The dates and locations are as follows: * Maurice J. McDonough High School, Monday, June 18, 5 – 7 p.m.; * La Plata High...
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During the week of May 9 to May 16,CalvertCounty will observe “Respect for Law Week”. Through the combined efforts of the Optimist Club of Calvert–Prince Frederick, Optimist Club of Solomons, and the SYB-Lusby Optimist Club, activities are sponsored to inspire “respect for law” among young people through programs to educate them on the jobs...
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Sheriff Mike Evans invites you and your family to join him and his staff on May 5, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Open House. Please join us for live demonstrations from our K-9 Unit, Police Motors Unit, and Mountain Bike Patrol. There will be static displays...
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Why should kids get to have all the fun this summer? Calvert Library is hosting a reading contest for adults that features great books and prizes! If you are 18 or older, be sure to pick up a game board (or two or three) at your local Calvert Library branch. The contest will run...
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Today, Governor Martin O’Malley signed into law several pieces of legislation to improve enforcement of our natural resource laws and further sustainable fisheries management and aquaculture businesses. The bills were supported by watermen groups, recreational fishing groups and environmental organizations. “Legislation signed by Governor O’Malley today sends a strong message about our mission to...
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Join SAIC employee Jeff Williamson at the Hilton Garden Inn in Solomons located at 13100 Dowell Road for a reception bene ting The Wounded Warrior Project. Thursday, May 3 from 4:30 – 6:30 PM CHANCE TO WIN GREAT PRIZES Prizes will be ra ffled of and there will be a silent auction with an autographed photograph...
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The following Navy contracts have been awarded locally: Martin Baker Aircraft Co., Ltd., Higher Denham, Near Uxbridge, Middlesex, England, is being awarded a $21,989,271 firm-fixed-price contract for the procurement of 88 Navy aircrew common ejection seats for F/A-18 series and EA-18G aircraft for the Navy and the government of Kuwait (12 F/A-18A+; 18 F/A-18C;...
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The Calvert Marine Museum would not be the place that it is without the time and talents of so many volunteers. These treasured people assist with daily functions of the museum, First Free Fridays, annual events and activities, summer camps, along with special projects. Last year, a record breaking 27,248 hours of volunteer time...
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On Friday, April 27, 2012 Administrative Patrol Lieutenant Theodore Belleavoine graduated from Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command. The School of Police Staff and Command, a dynamic and intensive ten-week program, is considered one of the premiere law enforcement management training programs in the nation. “The School of Police Staff and Command...
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Maryland State Police in Prince Frederick are investigating the following incidents: Possession of Percocet: On 4/24/12 at 12:56 am, Trooper First Class Evans stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Adelina Rd. in Prince Frederick. A search of the vehicle revealed that Tiara S. Boyd, 21 of Prince Frederick, was in possession of percocet,...
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The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) is pleased to announce that Charles County, Maryland, has received the GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its Fiscal Year 2011 budget. The award represents a significant achievement by the entity. It reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff to...
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Leonardtown Councilmember Dan Burris was elected on Tuesday, May 1 2012 as the new mayor for the town of Leonardtown. Burris defeated former St. Mary’s County Commissioner Thomas A. Mattingly Sr. and Henry Camaioni to take the place of departing Mayor J. Harry Norris III. Election Results are as follows: MAYOR 255 – Daniel W....
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On April 30 at 2:34 p.m., officers responded to the 3600 block of Iowa Road in Brandywine for the report of a theft in progress. A witness called police and stated two males were stealing propane tanks from a neighbor’s yard. The witness confronted the suspects but was chased away after one suspect pulled...
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Superintendent James E. Richmond formally notified the Board of Education Monday evening that he does not plan to ask for renewal of his contract in 2013. The 16-year Superintendent of Schools said he wanted to provide the Board with ample opportunity to fill his position before his final day on June 30, 2013. Richmond...
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UPDATE May 1 On April 19, Papa John’s Pizza held a fundraiser to support the Lillian Grace Smith Fund, an infant struck with Krabbe disease. With the support of the community, Papa John’s Pizza was able to raise $833 for the Lillian Grace Fund. A BIG Thanks to Papa John’s Pizza and Southern Maryland community!...
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On April 25 at 9:26 p.m., the St. Mary’s County Emergency Communications Center simulcast a call for a burglary in progress in the 27000 block of Morganza Turner Road in Mechanicsville. Deputy William Bankhead of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the address and made contact with a witness, who was detaining...
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On May 5, 2012 The Lexington Park Business and Community Association will sponsor a parade and ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of the Great Mills Streetscape Project. This event is organized in cooperation with State and county officials, Bay District Volunteer Fire Department and various community groups. The parade will start at 10 a.m., and...
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Crabs Hang On Until The 9th For The 2nd Night In A Row 4/28/2012 By: Christian Louis - http://www.somdbluecrabs.com/ Waldorf MD – The Southern Maryland BlueCrabs fell for the second straight ballgame to the Lancaster Barnstormers at Regency Furniture Stadium on Saturday night, 3-2. During a cold and wet third game of the four game...
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FAIRFIELD INN BLOOD DRIVE Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012 10:00 am – 4:00 pm 22119 Three Notch Rd, Lexington Park, MD Blood Mobile Please contact 800-RedCross or log on to www.redcrossblood.org to schedule your Life-saving donation. Fairfield Inn will be giving away a chance to win a FREE NIGHT stay at their hotel. Donors only are...
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The Calvert County Department of Economic Development announces that nominations are now being accepted for the annual Calvert You Are Beautiful Volunteer Awards. This project recognizes individuals whose volunteer service improves the quality of life for Calvert County citizens and visitors. Nominated volunteers might be a tour guide at a museum or historic landmark,...
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Charles County Sheriff Rex W. Coffey said nearly 80 pounds of unwanted, unused and expired medications were collected on Saturday, April 28 as part of the National Take-Back Medications Day sponsored by local law enforcement agencies and the DEA. Unused medicines that are left inside medicine cabinets can be dangerous because they can get...
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On April 27, 2012 detectives from the St. Mary’s County Bureau of Criminal Investigations, Special Victims Unit, initiated an investigation regarding allegations of a sexual assault involving a minor under fourteen years of age. During the investigation it was learned a suspect was utilizing the screen name, “AWWMANCAM”, on a Facebook screen log-in for...
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Kerrie Seberg believes the world becomes a better place when children are successful. Her passion to work with children is just one of the reasons why she was named the 2012 Charles County Public Schools Teacher of the Year. The William A. Diggs Elementary School third-grade teacher says it was her personal love for...
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North Beach dedicated Wetlands Overlook Park and the new Department of Public Works building in front of town workers, politicians and citizens. North beach Mayor Mark Frazer said the building was dedicated to the citizens of North Beach. The building was constructed on an abandoned wastewater treatment plant site. This place was once a...
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During the week of April 23 through April 29 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,390 calls for service throughout the community. The following incidents are being investigated: Burglary A home on Westphalia Court in St. Leonard was burglarized in the afternoon on April 19 and jewelry, alcohol and guns were...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the following incidents: Theft under $100.00 On April 28, 2012 deputies responded to the Food Lion Store in Great Mills, Maryland for a report of a theft. Investigation revealed Jennifer Brandy Wright, 37 of Callaway, Maryland placed several items in her purse, walked past all points of...
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In January 2009, the Maryland Legislature enacted a critical public safety program requiring persons charged with committing crimes of violence, burglaries and rapes to provide a DNA sample during arrest processing. The DNA is collected by gently rubbing a sterile cotton swab on the inside of the offender’s mouth to obtain skin cells. The...
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The following Navy contracts have been awarded locally: Sikorsky Support Services, Inc., Pensacola, Fla., is being awarded a $63,331,119 modification to a previously awarded indefinite-delivery requirements contract (N00019-11-D-0014) for logistics services and materials for organizational, intermediate, and depot-level maintenance on 179 T-34, 54 T-44, and 192 T-6 aircraft based primarily at Naval Air Station...
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Beginning this week, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office will partner with Checkpoint Strikeforce to conduct sobriety checkpoints at undisclosed locations throughout St. Mary’s County. These checkpoints are an effort to crack down on impaired drivers and those driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The goal of Sobriety Checkpoints is heighten awareness regarding...
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The Newtowne Players announce open auditions for the upcoming beloved family musical Annie. People interested in helping with the technical and support crew are also welcome. The show runs July 27 to Aug. 12, with the possibility of an extension through Aug. 19. Auditions will be held May 5, 7 and 9 at Three...
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Greenbelt, Maryland – U.S. District Judge Alexander William, Jr. sentenced John Larry Dickerson, age 42, of Waldorf, Maryland, today to 140 months in prison followed by eight years of supervised release for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute cocaine, and possession of a firearm in a school zone. The sentence was...
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O’Donnell Statement on Teacher Pension Shift
On Monday Annapolis passed a bill to shift the cost of teacher pensions to local governments giving the legislature another $250 million to spend on other programs. This will force local governments to raise $250 million taxes to cover the pensions the first year, and $1.5 billion over five years –in some cases forcing...
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