Michael John Schmitt Jr., 44 of Great Mills, MD died suddenly, at Washington Hospital Center on February 25, 2012. Born April 20, 1967, in California; he was the son of Dorothy Marie Schmitt (Havel) of California and the late Michael John Schmitt Sr. Michael worked at Dynacorp, as an airplane mechanic for the past...
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Congratulations to the following K-9′s and their handlers on their recent K-9 graduation : In the photo from left to right are Ofc. A. White and K-9 Saber (Maryland Park Police), Dfc. J. Morgan and K-9 Edo (Calvert County Sheriff’s Office), Dfc. S. Morder and K-9 Wolf (Calvert County Sheriff’s Office), Ofc. G. Savoy...
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To highlight how eating a balanced breakfast at school can help students succeed, St. Mary’s County Public Schools is hosting “School Breakfast – Go for Gold,” the week of March 5-9, 2012. Participating school cafeterias will celebrate school breakfast with special menus and decorations, fun puzzles, and school breakfast-related brainteasers to help students warm...
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The St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation & Parks will host its annual Easter Festival on Saturday, April 7, 2012. One of the attractions available to the public is the sale of goods provided by local vendors. Currently space is available for vendors and applications are still being accepted. Vendors pay a fee of...
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Authorities in St. Mary’s County are investigating two separate accident that left a total of five patients injured. On Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 9:43 p.m., rescue crews were dispatched to the 45400 block of Miramar Way and Route 235 in California, Md., for report of an accident with injuries. Crews arrived on scene to...
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UPDATE 10:35 a.m. Traffic is flowing back to normal on the Thomas Johnson Bridge as of 10:30 a.m. Expect Delays on Thomas Johnson Bridge Due to Accident Authorities in Calvert and St. Mary’s County are responding to an accident at the base of the Thomas Johnson Bridge on the Calvert side. The accident was reported...
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College of Southern Maryland men’s basketball coach Alan Hoyt was named Coach of the Year by the Maryland Junior College (MDJUCO) Athletic Coaches Association, after leading the Hawks to a 10-6 regular season record and fifth-place conference finish. “I am very honored to receive this award. I would not be in this position without...
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Maryland citizens 100 years of age and older will be honored at the Maryland Centenarians Luncheon, which celebrates its 20th anniversary on Thursday, May 10, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Martin’s West, located at 6821 Dogwood Road in Baltimore. The event hails all Maryland citizens 100 years of age and older and...
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UPDATE: The accident along SB Rt. 4 in Huntingtown has been cleared as 7:40 a.m. The accident was minor, no serious injuries. Accident on SB Rt. 4 in Huntingtown Authorities in Calvert County are on the scene of an accident along Southbound Rt. 4 in the area Armiger Road in Huntingtown. The accident was reported around...
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The Calvert BOCC honored Paula Shrawder as the Employee of the Month for January 2012. Paula works in the State’s Attorney’s Office, for the Circuit Court. She is an Office Assistant III. Gail Wikoff, Victim Witness Advocate submitted her nomination. Paula has been with the State’s Attorney’s Office since August 2009. She has been...
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In a very unusual move, the Calvert BOCC called a press conference on Tuesday, Feb. 28 in the packed commissioners’ hearing room to let citizens know exactly what the State has in mind. President of the Board Gerald Clark opened with remarks that Calvert funds the school system with almost half of the county...
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Maryland State Police in Prince Frederick have arrested the following suspects on drug charges: Possession of Heroin: On 2/25/12 at 9:34 pm, Trooper First Class Evans stopped a vehicle for traffic violations atElm Lane near Rt. 260 in Chesapeake Beach. The driver, Edward F. Kellermann III, 24 of Prince Frederick, had an open warrant...
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Marsha Ann Jinnette, 57 of Lusby, MD passed away on February 25, 2012 at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick, MD. She was born on November 4, 1954 in Bellwood, WV to the late Alma Ruth and Ivan Merciful Jinnette. Marsha worked for Safeway as a Sales Associate. Marsha was preceded in death by her...
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Lucille Wood, 93, of St. Leonard, MD, passed away at her home February 27, 2012. She was born on June 5, 1918 in Prince Frederick, MD to the late Alvin and Lilly Jones Buckler. Besides her parents, Lucille is predeceased by her husband Carroll C. Wood, son Warren A. Wood and siblings, Marguerite Gettier,...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the following incidents: STOLEN ATV RECOVERED: On Feb. 24 at 12:30 p.m., officers responded to GRD Cycles at 4420 Crain Highway in White Plains after Laurel City police notified them of a possible stolen ATV on the premises. Officers located the ATV – a 2006 Yamaha Raptor...
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On Feb. 23 at 6:47 p.m., a male suspect entered Cricket Wireless at 11750 Business Park Drive in Waldorf, displayed a knife and demanded money. The employee complied and the suspect fled. The suspect is described as a black male, mid 30’s, 6 feet 1 inch tall, heavy build and may have had silver...
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Maryland State Police in Leonardtown are investigating the following incidents: Warrant Service – On Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 11:00am, TFC B. T. Wiesemann served two outstanding Bench Warrants on Charles Alexander Plater, 25, of Lexington Park. The warrants were issued by the District Court of St. Mary’s County on January 17, 2012. The original...
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When it comes to being physically attracted to the opposite sex, people have their own personal preferences, such as eye and hair color, height and physique. For Jessica, a boisterous British character in local playwright George R. Johnson’s original one-act, “The Importance of Being Hairy,” it’s hair–chest hair. In this comedy of mistaken identities...
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The Maryland State Fire Marshall’s Office with the assistance of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a case of attempted arson in Solomons. On Feb. 27 around 9:30 a.m., a passerby walking in the 13900 block of Solomons Island Road in the area of what is formerly known as “Woodburn’s Grocery Store” and observed...
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St. Mary’s College of Maryland receives first round NCAA D3 Men’s Basketball first round bid. The Island Inn and Suites hosts the Bethany College Bison. Be sure to be a part of the excitement Thursday, March 1 at St. Mary’s College of Maryland as the Seahawks fight for a seat at the 2012 NCAA Division III...
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UPDATE Feb. 28 OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE On February 27, 2012 at 11:16 A.M. police units responded to the report of a female lying on a path unresponsive to the rear of St. Mary’s Square in Lexington Park. Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad responded to the scene, initiated CPR and transported the victim to St....
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The following Navy contracts have been awarded locally: ITT Corp., Clifton, N.J., is being awarded a $19,636,772 cost-plus-fixed-fee delivery order against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N00019-11-G-0005) for the design, development, integration, test, and delivery of software and firmware improvements to the existing ALQ-214(V)4/5 Jammer System. This software improvement program is intended to...
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On February 25, 2012, Richard J. Whitaker died peacefully at home in Waldorf, MD after a long battle with multiple health issues. He was born October 29, 1933 in Olathe, Kansas to the late Don and Nancy Whitaker. He was the second youngest of seven. His younger brother Phil and his wife, Carrie still...
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Mary Hope Mullen August 15, 1921 – February 26, 2012 Visitation: Arehart-Echols Funeral Home, P.A. Thursday, March 1, 2012 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Services: Holy Ghost Catholic Church Thursday, March 1, 2012 11:00 AM Cemetery Services: Holy Ghost Catholic Church Cemetery Thursday, March 1, 2012 12:15 PM
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Armand John Ferraro “Chef AJ”, 43 of California, MD formerly of Endicott, NY died Friday, February 24, 2012 at St. Mary’s Hospital. Born June 18, 1968 in Endicott, NY he was the son of Mary Ann and Armand Joseph Ferraro. Armand is survived by his sons Michael and Alex Ferraro of California, MD; brother...
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Donald Robert “Don” Wooldridge, 66, of Dunkirk, MD passed away February 20, 2012 at Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick, MD. Don was born October 21, 1945 in Boston, Massachusetts to Frances (Rice) and Milo A. Wooldridge. He lived with his family in various naval installations all over the world where his father was...
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Mabel Satterlee Ingalls In honor of Women’s History Month, Sotterley Plantation is pleased to offer the third of four presentations of the 2nd Saturday Series entitled, “Women of Sotterley.” These specialty tours will run on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Discover the women of Sotterley. Whether it was the...
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The Little Explorers series at Historic St. Mary’s City will resume for the 2012 season on March 7. Pre-schoolers and an adult companion are invited to explore various themes inspired by history or the local environment every other Wednesday morning through the spring and fall. The program is designed specifically for children ages 3-5...
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On Monday, Feb. 27 around 1:38 p.m., fire and rescue responded to the 25900 block of Point Lookout Road in Leonardtown for report of a motor vehicle crash. Crews arrived on scene to discover two vehicles involved. Two people were transported from the scene to St. Mary’s Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The cause...
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On February 10, 2012 Cary Michael Anderson, age 31, of Dameron, Maryland walked away from the Jude House where he was receiving treatment under court authorization while an inmate at the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. An arrest warrant was issued for Anderson for Escape and forwarded to BCI for investigation. On February 27,...
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The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Maryland National Guard Soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Maj. Robert Marchanti, 48, of Baltimore, Md., died Feb. 25 in Kabul Afghanistan, of wounds received during an attack on the Afghan Interior Ministry. He was assigned to the 29th Infantry Division Security Partnering...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an accident in La Plata involving a fire truck and an SUV. On Monday, Feb. 27 around 2:50 p.m., fire and rescue responded to Washington Avenue in the area of Heritage Green Parkway for report of a serious crash. Crews arrived on scene to discover a white Ford Explorer rolled over...
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In a recent 2012 Free State’s Finest poll taken by readers of Maryland Life Magazine, Sotterley Plantation was awarded BEST Historic Attraction, BEST Place for Family Fun, and BEST Place to get married in the Southern Maryland region! “We are incredibly honored to receive this recognition from Maryland Life Magazine,” stated Nancy Easterling, Sotterley’s...
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St. Mary’s Vice Narcotics Detectives conducted a several week long investigation into possible drug dealing in a Lexington Park neighborhood. As a result a Search and Seizure Warrant was obtained and executed. Three suspects were observed by Detectives through a window preparing cocaine for consumption as the Officers readied to enter the home. Vice...
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Calvert Library Prince Frederick will be hosting the Summer Camp Fair on Monday, March 26 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The library expects dozens of camps, vacation bible schools and many other fun summer providers to be present at the Fair. If you are looking for enriching activities for your child this summer, this event is...
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The American legion post 274 in Lusby, Maryland will be hosting an All You Can Eat Bull & Oyster Roast on Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. For members the price is $25.00 members and $30 for non-members. Theme of the evening will be Vegas Nights… For more information call...
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During the week of February 20 through February 26 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,708 calls for service throughout the community. The following incidents remain under investigation: Destruction of Property A motorist reported to DFC P. Aurich that on February 20 at about 6:30 p.m. she was driving on Md....
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Top L to R: Ward, Goshorn; Bottom L to R: Crampton, Mullen On February 25 at 9:51 p.m., Calvert County Dep. C. Fox responded to the Huntingtown 7-11 Convenience store for the report of a suspicious vehicle. Dep. Cox made contact with four occupants inside the vehicle which was reported to have been parked...
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As part of its Tuesday, February 28, 2012 meeting agenda, the St. Mary’s Board of County Commissioners and members of the St. Mary’s County Delegation will hold an open discussion on education funding. The session will focus on the federal, state and local components of education funding. The session will also include talk about...
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In a joint session represented by most area media representatives, Base CO, Capt. Ted Mills met and discussed upcoming plans which might affect the area and planned activities on base. The most immediate and impactful will be the coming antiterrorist exercise – Solid Curtain/Citadel Shield. This annual event is planned for the period from...
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Authorities in St. Mary’s County are investigating an assault that has left one man in critical condition. On Sunday, Feb. 26 around 4 p.m., rescue crews were dispatched to the 21700 block of Tulagi Place in Lexington Park for report of traumatic injuries. Crews arrived on scene to discover a male patient in his 50′s suffering from...
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Maryland State Fire Marshall’s are investigating a house fire in La Plata that left over $75,000.00 in damages. Over 30 firefighters from Marbury, LaPlata, Potomac Heights and Bel Alton VFDs responded to the 8300 block of Poorhouse Road on Feb. 25 around 4:30 p.m. for report of a house fire. Investigation revealed the home...
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The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs have announced a new initiative for the 5th Anniversary season which will give back to organizations in Charles, Calvert, St. Mary’s and Prince George’s Counties. The “Pinch Fund” is designed to provide these programs with event and program enhancement, marketing opportunities and financial support. For five months of the...
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On Saturday, March 10, 2012, Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY) will offer above-grade-level testing to interested students from St. Mary’s County elementary schools as part of its Global Talent Search. Talent Search test scores will be used to reveal or confirm exceptional academic abilities, determine true academic peers, qualify students for...
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The following Navy contract has been awarded locally: Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., Stratford, Conn., is being awarded a $15,450,047 modification against a previously awarded cost-plus-incentive-fee contract (N00019-06-C-0081) for a fleet common operating environment condition based maintenance plus software toolset in support of the CH-53K helicopter program. In addition, this modification includes installation, operation, and recurring...
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On February 7, 2012 the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation into the theft of a credit card. Investigation revealed the victim realized her credit card was missing late in the evening on February 6, 2012. On February 7, 2012 the victim contacted her bank and learned her stolen credit card had...
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On Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 2:48 p.m,. a 911 call was received at the Calvert Control Center for a man trapped under a tree near a private residence located at 12161 Rousby Hall Road in Lusby. Several units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and an ambulance from the Solomons Volunteer Fire Department...
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The recreational yellow perch fishing season for shoreline anglers is heating up thanks to the mild winter weather and an increased fish population. So far, it looks as though there will be great recreational fishing to come. “The current abundance of yellow perch is largely a result of stakeholders working together with DNR to...
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On Friday, Feb. 24 around 9:21 a.m., the Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department was alerted to report of a house fire along Hoile Lane in the Twin Lakes subdivision in Huntingtown. Crews arrived on scene to discover heavy smoke coming from a large two story single family home. Investigation revealed the fire originated in the...
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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a serious motor vehicle accident which occurred on February 24, 2012 at approximately 4 a.m. on Three Notch Road in the area of New Market Village Road and/or Thompson’s Corner Road near ADF Bingo Hall. Preliminary investigation reveals a Ford F-150 pick up truck collided into...
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All are welcome to visit the Calvert Marine Museum on Friday, March 2 for First FREE Friday from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. This month features Katie and Logan, a Northern Virginia based duo featuring two acoustic guitars and dynamic vocal harmonies at 7:00 p.m. Catch them with the harmonica, ukulele, djembae, piano, or...
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It’s that time of year again! FREE Breakfast giveaway! Join Chick-fil-A in California, Md., located in the First Colong Center at 45150 First Colony Way California, MD 20619, the week of March 5th through the 9th during breakfast hours (6:30AM – 10:30AM) and receive one FREE pre-selected breakfast item! For a limited time only! While supplies...
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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff- $40,976.00 ANNUALLY QUALIFICATIONS • Graduation from high school or high school equivalency certification • Twenty-One (21) years old upon completion of the Police Academy • United States Citizen Applications (PSS) must be received by April 6, 2012; Walk ups will not be permitted to test...
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On Feb. 22 at 10:01 a.m., Charles County Sheriff’s officers responded to the Waldorf Cash Mart located at 3340 Crain Highway in Waldorf for the reported armed robbery. The investigation revealed a female employee was opening the business when a male suspect entered the store, brandished a handgun, ordered her to the back of...
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Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the following incidents: ARMED ROBBERY:On Feb. 23 at 5 a.m., Charles County Sheriff’s officers responded to the 6000 block of New Forest Court in Waldorf for the reported armed robbery. The investigation revealed the male victim was exiting his vehicle when a male suspect approached him, brandished a...
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On February 22 at approximately 1:39 a.m., Deputy Glenn Knott of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office observed a green Nissan Frontier travelling at a high rate of speed southbound on Rt. 235 in the area of MacArthur Blvd. in California, MD. As Deputy Knott attempted to conduct a traffic stop, the suspect vehicle...
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You expect excellent patient care from St. Mary’s Hospital. Our services for you haven’t changed. What’s different now is our name: MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital. MedStar Health announced recently the rebranding of its network of hospitals and 20 health-related businesses throughout Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region under the MedStar name. Capitalizing on more...
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Maryland State Police in Leonardtown have arrested the following suspect on DUI charges: Weekly DUI Status Sheet February 9 – February 22, 2012 Danielle Marie Ruefly, 19, of Mechanicsville on 2/11/12 by Cpl. P. A. Trossbach Nathan Jerry Toler, 48, of Great Mills on 2/11/12 by TFC G. A. Thompson Joseph Lee Pennington, 47, of Leonardtown on...
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UPDATE 12:40 p.m.: Two patients, one from each vehicle have been transported from the scene to St. Mary’s Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Investigation revealed the driver of a white Honda Fit pulled into the path of a red Toyota Corolla travelling on Route 5. No word if any charges were made. SB Route 5 has been reopened...
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The Lexington Park Business and Community Association will host a parade on Saturday, May 5th to celebrate the completion of the Great Mills Road Streetscape Project. This project entailed the reconstruction of Md. Route 246 from St. Mary’s Square to Coral Drive and included the replacement of sewer and water lines, the installation of...
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March brings the promise of spring, longer days, greener landscapes and outdoor fun. There is plenty happening in Calvert County, Md., to get you back into the swing of things this month. Throughout March The Works of Barbara Boward and Rita Metro Artworks @ 7th 9100 Bay Avenue, North Beach 410-286-5278 • www.artworksat7th.com The...
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During the week of February 13 through February 19 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,681 calls for service throughout the community. The following incidents remain under investigation: Destruction of Property On February 14 at 5:52 a.m. DFC R. Weems responded to the area of Hillside Drive and Long Beach Road...
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On February 19 at 2:47 a.m. while traveling south on Gunsmoke Trail in Lusby, Calvert County DFC J. Smith observed an oncoming vehicle traveling toward him in the southbound lane. DFC Smith swerved to avoid striking the vehicle and turned around attempting to conduct a traffic stop. The vehicle ran a stop sign and...
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Boeing announced Feb. 22, that it has completed delivery of 257 F/A-18E/F Super Hornet strike fighters and EA-18G Growler electronic attack aircraft to the U.S. Navy. Each aircraft was delivered ahead of schedule and within the contract budget. The aircraft were delivered to the Navy from 2007 through 2011 under a multi-year...
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NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER, Md. — People on this side of the Atlantic Ocean tend to look twice when they see the “c” replacing the “s” in the British version of the word “defense.” Now, those on the other side of the Atlantic might look twice when they see the “c” entered...
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Mary Elizabeth Doss, 77, of Lusby, MD formerly of Covington, VA passed away on February 22, 2012 in Prince Frederick, MD. She was born on November 11, 1934 in Covington, VA to the late George Dewey and Lucille Grady Tingler. She was the loving wife to Linwood Beauford Doss whom she married on September...
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Tony O’Donnell, the Republican Leader of the Maryland House of Delegates and candidate for Maryland’s 5th Congressional District U.S. House of Representatives seat, was recently honored by the Maryland Business for Reponsive Government (MBRG) for his voting record for jobs and his support for creating a positive economic development climate in Maryland. A MBRG...
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Celebrate Spring with the Calvert Marine Museum. Several activities and programs are happening for all ages in March at the museum. Check out their calendar of events and for more information visit www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. Thursday, March 1 – PEM Talks The Lost Landmarks Series features Laura Trieschmann discussing how the country store has played a major...
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The Board of County Commissioners for St. Mary’s County will host a Public Forum on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 beginning at 6:30 p.m., in the Commissioners meeting room of the Chesapeake Building located at 41770 Baldridge Street, Leonardtown, Maryland. Citizens are invited to attend the forum and address the commissioners. The Public Forum...
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Margaret L. Langley, 89 of Solomons, MD passed away on February 21, 2012 at Calvert Memorial Hospital. She was born on March 29, 1922 in Glen Burnie, MD to the late James and Lucy Lockerman. She was the beloved wife to James Leroy “Pepper” Langley whom preceded her in death on August 12, 2001....
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Two trailers owned by the Civil Air Patrol were damaged by fire early Wednesday morning at the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport. No injuries were reported, and the damage was isolated to the two trailers. The Civil Air Patrol has removed the trailers from the site. The State Fire Marshal’s Office responded to the...
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“A Light in the Forest” by Mary Blumberg of Solomons Members of the Color and Light Society of Southern Maryland will display many of their artistic creations at the Annemarie Garden’s Mezzanine (Arts Building), starting March 11, 2012. Approximately 60 artistic creations will be on display for a two-week period. Art works include paintings...
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LEONARDTOWN, MD – The Partners for Success Resource Center for Families and Schools will present a workshop for parents and teachers of students who receive special education services called Everything You Need to Know About Transitioning Out of High School (but didn’t know to ask) on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 from 6:30 to 8:30...
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UPDATE Feb. 22, 2012 L: Ellis, R: Frenche On December 26, 2011 police units responded to Nicolet Park in Lexington Park for the report of an armed robbery of several juvenile and adult victims. The St. Mary’s County Bureau of Criminal Investigations was contacted and assumed the investigation. The investigation led to the identification...
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Human remains discovered in Nanjemoy earlier this year were identified yesterday as those of a missing Prince George’s County woman and the Charles County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information about the circumstances of her death. The investigation began on Jan. 2 at 12:32 p.m., when Sheriff’s officers responded to Riverside Road near Purse State...
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A friend and I had heard both good and bad about Lenny’s Restaurant in California, Md., and so we decided to go check it out. It was a Thursday at lunchtime and business was steady. I like the parking lot with many spaces and an easy exit. As soon as entered, we were greeted...
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The Department of Defenseannounced today the deaths of four airmen who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. They died February Senior Airman Julian S. Scholten 18 when their U-28 aircraft was involved in an accident near Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa located in the Horn of Africa. No other personnel were on board the aircraft. The...
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Learn the basic fundamentals such as passing the ball, driving the ball and stopping the ball. Learn how to properly hold and control your stick. Must provide your own stick, mouth guard and shin guards. Christine White is the lead instructor. Walk In Registration Dates: Wednesday, February 29 & Thursday, March 1 Time: 7:00...
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Ready for the weekend? Band, DJ or Karaoke? Southern Maryland News Net’s Entertainment Guide has it all! Check out the hottest bands at your local bar, club and/or restaurant. Friday, February 24 Ruddy Duck: Coastal Flats Live Anthony’s Bar and Grill: Legend Apehangers: Marla Vickers Project Blue Dog Saloon: Groove Span Memories: Hate the Toy...
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The following Navy contracts have been awarded locally: Lockheed Martin Corp., Archbald, Pa., is being awarded a $28,415,260 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract (N00019-10-C-0092) to exercise an option for the procurement of 10,273 enhanced laser guided training round for the Navy (10,033) and the government of Spain (240). Work will be performed...
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The St. Mary’s County Health Department’s Food Safety Program has announced recipients of the 2011 Gold Star Achievement Awards. An awards ceremony to recognize food establishments in St. Mary’s County for their superior compliance to food safety standards will be held February 29, 2012 in the Commissioners Meeting Room in the Chesapeake Building, 41770...
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International Bluegrass Music Association’s (IBMA), two time Male Vocalist of the Year, Larry Sparks and his band will end the winter Bluegrass series for 2012 at the American Legion in Hughesville, MD on Sunday March 11, 2012. Larry Sparks’ music has become known to audiences beyond the hardest of the Bluegrass hard-core. It has...
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The Second Annual Southern Maryland Inspiring Caregiver Awards event will be held in Charles County on Friday, April 20, at 6 p.m. at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center located at 3090 Crain Highway. Nominations for the second annual Southern Maryland Inspiring Caregiver Awards are now being accepted. Nominees must be family, volunteer, or...
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On February 9, Calvert and St. Mary’s County Chambers of Commerce held a joint business after hours event, free to all members. The Hilton Garden Inn in Solomons hosted the well attended event while delighting the crowd with the theme of “A Red Carpet Affair, and the winner is….You.” Guests mingled with stars dressed as...
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Maryland State Police in Prince Frederick are investigating the following incidents: Possession of Marijuana: On 2/13/12 at 7:10 pm, Trooper First Class Dawson responded to the Prince Frederick McDonalds for a report of a suspicious vehicle. Contact was made with the vehicle and its occupants and a search of the vehicle revealed that passenger,...
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Sydney Christley, a seventh-grade student at Matthew Henson Middle School, won the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) 34th annual Spelling Bee held Feb. 17 at Mattawoman Middle School by spelling the word “bureaucracy” correctly. As the county winner, Christley advances to the National Scripps Spelling Bee scheduled for May 27-June 1 in Washington D.C....
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Maryland State Police in Leonardtown are investigating the following incidents: Drug Arrest – On Friday, February 10, 2012 at 5:51pm, TFC J. A. Pilkerton conducted a traffic stop on a white Ford van in the area of Maryland Route 471 and Park Drive for a traffic violation. Upon approaching the vehicle, contact was made...
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Margaret Elizabeth Bowen Ogden, 91, of Port Republic, MD passed away on February 19, 2012 at her home. She was born in Prince Frederick, MD on September 17, 1920 to the late Irving and Fannie M. Bowen. She had a prolonged bout of heart problems and was pre-deceased by her husband Robert Earl Ogden,...
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UPDATE: As of 5 p.m., the accident along 45000 block of Patuxent Beach Road and Oak Drive in California, Md., has been cleared. Two people were transported to St. Mary’s Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Accident Blocks Patuxent Beach Rd Authorities from both Calvert and St. Mary’s County...
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This hasn’t been the coldest or snowiest winter on record but even so, warmer weather will be welcomed by folks come March – and what better way to celebrate a newly sprung spring than by participating in the Charles County Sheriff’s Office’s Third Annual Bike Ride for the United Way of Charles County and...
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Tina Marie Hillegas, 48 of Lusby, MD formerly of Ellicott City, MD passed away suddenly on February 18, 2012 at her residence. She was born on September 6, 1963 in Cheverly, MD to Jean Viola Richards Powers. Tina graduated from Bowie High School in 1981, the University Maryland in 1996 and from the University...
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Marionlee “Micky” Schaeffer died on February 18, 2012, at her home in Prince Frederick, MD, at the age of 62. Micky was born on November 5, 1949 in Youngstown, Ohio. She has lived in Calvert County since 1989 and worked for the Genson Insurance Agency as an Insurance Agent since 1989. She is the...
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Maryland State Fire Marshals are investigating a case of arson in Charles County. Over 20 firefighters from Hughesville VFD, Baden VFD and Waldorf VFD responded to 4200 block of Hilltop Ct. in Brandywine on Feb. 20 around 5:27 p.m. for report of a house fire. Investigation revealed the fire was determined to be incendiary...
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On Feb. 18 at 2:43 a.m., police and rescue responded to an accident along the 20800 block of Hermanville Road in Hermanville. Crews arrived on scene to discover a single vehicle, a forest green Honda Civic, unoccupied on its roof. The driver of the vehicle could not be immediately located. When police made contact...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the following incident: ATTEMPTED WHEEL THEFT: Sometime between 3:30 p.m. Feb. 17 and 2:50 p.m. Feb. 20, suspect(s) attempted to steal the wheels from a 2007 Dodge Charger parked in the 3400 block of Promenade Place in Waldorf but were unable to defeat the tire locks. Anyone...
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Charles County Public Schools has procedures and guidelines for early entrance into the kindergarten program. Parents must request and submit an application by June 1 for their child to be tested for early kindergarten admission. The school system will begin to accept applications April 23. Early admission for the 2012-13 school year is open...
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Saphron’s Jambalaya to Headline Church’s Fat Tuesday Dinner – St. Andrew’s Pancake Dinner Adds Authentic New Orleans Fare Last year, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in California, Maryland shook up its traditional Fat Tuesday pancake supper by adding New Orleans fare. This year, they’re bringing in an expert. Charleen Obal, owner of Saphron Restaurant in...
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Get ready to race and rumble with Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. at your library! On Saturday, March 24, 2012, Calvert Library in Prince Frederick will partner with Lusby Play ‘n Trade to offer two Wii gaming tournaments. The first tournament will take place from 10am to 12 noon and will feature Mario...
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The Charles County Commissioners are pleased to announce that Nanjemoy Volunteer Fire Department and Mt. Hope/Nanjemoy Elementary School are one step closer to being connected to the County’s Institutional high speed fiber optic network. Fiber optic cables for these locations have begun to be laid, as part of the One Maryland Broadband Network (OMBN)...
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Richard Arthur Wathen, 78, of Leonardtown, MD died February 20, 2012 in Callaway, MD. Born on July 8, 1933, he was the son of the late Arthur M. Wathen and Mary Effie Lacey Wathen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth L. Abell Wathen whom he married...
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Daniel “Dan” Charles Darney, 51, of California, MD died at his residence on February 17, 2012. Born on January 31, 1961 in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Vera Mae Darney and George Frederick Darney, III. Dan is survived by his siblings; Linda Zimmerman (Nathan) of Amhearst, VA, Eve Moreno of...
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Charles County Public Schools recently received more than $26,000 in incentives for participating in the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative’s (SMECO) Business Solutions program. The program provides incentives to businesses that make efficiency improvements to their facilities. Representatives from SMECO and ICF International, an energy consulting company selected by SMECO to help implement its energy...
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FORT WORTH, Texas, Feb. 20, 2012 – On Feb. 16, the first external weapons test mission was flown by an F-35A Conventional Takeoff and Landing (CTOL) aircraft at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., further expanding the program’s flight test envelope. The weapons load for this mission involved carrying two air-to-air A IM-9X missiles on...
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Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Manager Patrick Osborn has announced the return of infielder David Espinosa, and the signing of Atlantic League newcomer, outfielder Mike Daniel. Espinosa played in just 7 games with the Blue Crabs in 2011. Mike Daniel will make his Atlantic League debut this season, after most recently playing in the Rockies...
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The following Navy contracts have been awarded locally: The Boeing Co., St. Louis, Mo., is being awarded a $22,034,514 cost-plus-fixed-fee delivery order against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N00019-11-G-0001) for supplies and services to support follow-on test and evaluation of the F/A-18 E/F and EA-18G aircraft. Work will be performed at the Naval...
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On Thursday February 16, 2010, Sherman H. Smith, 95 of Fort Washington, MD. died at his home. He was the son of the late Maude Dean and Umphrey Winfield Smith. Beloved husband of the late Helen Mattingly Smith whom he married at Mt. Zion Methodist Church in Laurel Grove, MD. on July 30, 1938....
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MESSAGE FROM CONGRESSMAN STENY H. HOYER “e ought not walk away from our federal employees any more than we ought to walk away from those 160 million people who need this tax cut or walk away from those 2.4 million who need that unemployment insurance.” For weeks, Republicans have been blocking a tax cut...
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OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE On February 19, 2012 at 3:38 P.M. police units responded to Cape St. Mary’s Marina, Mechanicsville, Maryland to assist the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department with a vehicle submerged in the water near the boating ramp. Calvert County Company 12 Rescue/Dive Team was summoned to assist with an underwater search and discovered...
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On Sunday, February 19 at 10:59 a.m., Leonardtown and Hollywood Volunteers were alerted to a report of a commercial vehicle fire on Point Lookout Road at the entrance to Leonardtown Ford in Leonardtown. Crews arrived on the scene to find a tractor trailer hauling vehicles. Firefighters discovered one of the transported vehicles on the top section of the trailer with an...
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On Sunday, Feb. 19 around 5:15 p.m., fire and rescue crews responded to the 45900 block of Indian Way in Great Mills for report of a commercial building fire. Crews arrived on scene to discover fire in a single apartment as a result of food on the stove. The apartment’s sprinkler heads did activate...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office have arrested the following suspects for Violating Protective Orders: Violation of a Protective Order On August 2, 2011 Bryan Wayne Duvall, 42 of Lexington Park, was served with a Protective Order ordering he not have any contact with the petitioner of the Protective Order and that he not enter onto...
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Although Old Man Winter’s traditional Presidents Day Weekend storm will not reach into central Maryland as originally forecasted, Maryland State Highway Administration crews continue response in Southern Maryland counties, as well as the lower Eastern Shore. Maintenance managers are monitoring weather from the Emergency Operations Center as light rain and flurries could reach to...
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Jessie Mae Woodfield Gott, 82, of Galesville, MD passed away February 17, 2012 at Heritage Harbour Health and Rehabilitation Center, Annapolis, MD. Jessie was born March 5, 1929 in Galesville to Albert W., Sr. and Louise M. (Hopkins) Woodfield. She was raised in Galesville where she attended Galesville Elementary, and Southern Jr. and Sr....
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Frances “Frank” Fisiorek Visitation February 22, 2012 2:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00 P.M. Location: Rausch Funeral Home – Owings, MD Mass of Christian Burial February 23, 2012 11:00 A.M. Location: Saint John Vianney Catholic Church Inurnment Location: Saint John Vianney Cemetery Memorial Contributions American Cancer Society Calvert County Unit P.O. Box 752 Prince...
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On February 18, 2012 deputies responded to a vacant apartment of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for a report of a burglary. Investigation revealed Lawrence Maurice Anderson, 54 of no fixed address and Mark Joseph Thompson, 47 of no fixed address, entered and were found sleeping in an unlocked apartment which was under...
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On February 17, 2012 deputies responded to a report an individual stealing metal shopping carts from the Food Lion located in Charlotte Hall, Maryland. A description of the suspect, later identified as Calvin Ben Jones, 60 of Leonardtown, Md., and the suspect vehicle was broadcast. Witnesses reported the suspect was placing the shopping carts...
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Governor Martin O’Malley released the following statement on Feb. 17, after the House of Delegates passed the Civil Marriage Protection Act of 2012: “Today, the House of Delegates voted for human dignity. Speaker Busch and his fellow Delegates deserve a lot of credit for their hard work. At its heart, their vote was a vote...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office has received numerous reports dealing with the damage and theft of copper and metal parts from HVAC units. These thefts involve suspects taking metal and copper components from residential and commercial heat pump units. Suspects will either remove the entire unit or cut parts off the unit. Suspects then...
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The Charles County Commissioners are pleased to announce that mulch will be available to citizens with residential or commercial vehicles during the week of March 19 through March 24. The mulch is located at the Charles County Landfill at 12305 Billingsley Road, Waldorf. Landfill staff will load your vehicle during this week. The mulch...
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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announces the following office and facility closures for the Presidents Day holiday: · All Calvert County government offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 20, in observance of Presidents Day. · The Calvert Pines, Southern Pines and North Beach senior centers will be closed Feb. 20. Meals on...
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The following NAVAIR and NAWCAD contracts have been awarded locally: Honeywell International, Inc., Defense & Space Electronic Systems, Albuquerque, N.M., is being awarded an $8,145,560 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract (N00019-10-C-0061) to exercise an option for the procurement of 124 full rate production advanced multi-purpose displays (70 5×5 forward displays; 36 5×5...
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By Chris Ripley Daily Deal Web sites are hot. You don’t have to think back more than a year to remember when Groupon, the leading daily deal site, turned down $6 billion dollars from Google. Today, Google is beta testing their daily deal site. In September, the Wall Street Journal estimated there were more...
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UPDATE Feb. 17 Investigators have concluded the fire that took the life of David Vanryswick, 56 of Great Mills, was the result of using smoking materials while receiving medical oxygen therapy. The fire occurred on February 8, 2012 at 11:44 p.m. in his apartment located at 45955 Foxchase Drive in Great Mills. Mr. Vanryswick...
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Callers will reach a new automated system when dialing (410) 535-2800 to reach the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office. The message will announce prompts to reach the appropriate personnel to handle your call. Callers can speak directly to Sheriff’s Office personnel at any time during the message by pressing zero. As always, if it is...
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Commissioner Susan Shaw, during her Commissioner’s Report, gave an overview of agenda items from the recent Maryland Association of Counties. In an effort to countermand the State’s move to shift the funding of a portion of the teachers pension to the counties, Commissioner Shaw made a motion for the BOCC to send letters to...
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Maryland Lt. Governor Anthony Brown along with Senator Thomas “Mac” Middleton, Delegate C.T. Wilson, Charles County Commissioner President Candice Quinn Kelly and Commissioners Ken Robinson and Bobby Rucci visited Civista Medical Center on Monday, February 13th . Brown toured the Irene Davis Pavilion building which is currently undergoing extensive renovations to expand medical services...
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Patuxent Habitat for Humanity, an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International serves Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties by providing affordable housing. PHH is seeking a self-motivated individual to manage PHH Neighborhood Revitalization Project; empowers residents to revive their neighborhoods. The NRI Coordinator will build community relationships; develop funding programs, increase volunteer participation, and oversee...
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Laura Ellen Brooks Smith, 47, of Tall Timbers, MD died from cancer 14 February, 2012, at her residence. Born 29 March 1964 in Takoma Park, MD, she was the daughter of the late Leonard Paul and Ellen Dawn Brooks. She was most recently employed by DCS Corporation in Lexington Park, MD. She is survived...
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UPDATE 4:34 p.m. Authorities have cleared the accident scene as of 4:34 p.m. One adult male patient was transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital with neck and back injuries. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Accident Blocks SB Route 4 Authorities in Calvert County are on the scene of an accident with injuries in Owings....
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Looking for a night out on the town? Southern Maryland has an entertainment lineup you won’t want to miss! Check it out: Friday, February 17 Ruddy Duck: The Piranhas Rustic River Bar & Grill: Anthony’s Bar and Grill: The Craze Band Apehangers: Justin Crenshaw Blue Dog Saloon: Karma Exchange Memories: Arabella, Ten Black Lines...
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On January 24, the Calvert County BOCC presented fourteen employees with certificates and shirts for volunteering to take Nuclear Response Training in the unlikely event of a mishap at Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant. Those employees work for Public Works in Solid Waste and Highway Maintenance Divisions. These employees not only volunteered to take...
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Based on the capacity of and enrollment at the elementary schools in St. Mary’s County, Dr. Michael J. Martirano, Superintendent of Schools, appointed a redistricting committee as outlined in policy JCAA to review options and provide a recommendation on relieving the overcrowding at Evergreen Elementary School by utilizing the available capacity at Town Creek...
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The Maryland State Police- Prince Frederick Barrack is seeking the whereabouts of the following suspect: WANTED: Burglary- First Degree Terrill Emmanuel Harrod D.O.B. – 02/22/1990 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing 157 lbs Harrod is wanted in connection with a burglary in Huntingtown, Calvert County. His last known address was 676 Flagstaff Road in Lusby. ...
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The Bell Boeing V-22 Program, a strategic alliance between The Boeing Company and Bell Helicopter – Textron , today announced that the U.S. Marine Corps has taken delivery of the first MV-22 Osprey produced with the new Block C suite of design upgrades. “The on-time, on-budget delivery of our first Block...
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PATUXENT RIVER, Md. – Naval Air Station Patuxent River has competitively selected Hines Interests, L.P. (Hines) to participate in exclusive negotiations to form a Business & Leasing Plan for development on board NAS Patuxent River for commercial purposes. This effort is being developed under the Navy’s Enhanced Use Lease, or EUL, program. Members of...
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Southern Maryland Blue Crabs manager Patrick Osborn has announced the signing of former big league relief pitcher Ryan Speier. Speier, a right-hander, has spent parts of four seasons with the Colorado Rockies in the Major Leagues. Speier also pitched out of the bullpen in Game 1 of the 2007 World Series against the Boston...
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The Southern Maryland Higher Education Center (SMHEC), in cooperation with the Maryland Office of the Secretary of State’s Cultural Affairs Office and five embassies in Washington D.C., has been hosting an annual international film festival with the showing of five films (movies not documentaries) from five countries are now down to four Wednesday Evenings. ...
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Calvert County Board of Commissioners During the new business portion of the Calvert Board of County Commissioners meeting on February 14th, Commissioner Evan Slaughenhoupt asked that the award recommendation for Interior Painting and Vinyl Wall Covering be tabled until he had a chance to look at all the supporting documents. He would like to...
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Marjorie “Jean” Gates Beverage , 79, of Charlotte Hall died February 10, 2012 at home surrounded by her loving family . Born December 28, 1932 in Silesia Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Theodore P. and Annie L. Raum Gates. She was the wife of Ellsworth “Jack” Beverage, whom she married on...
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UPDATE 4:39 p.m. Gate 1 has reopened to normal traffic flow as of 4:39 p.m. ORIGINAL STORY Gate 1 at NAS Patuxent River CLOSED Gate 1 at NAS Patuxent River is temporarily closed because of a suspected gas leak as of 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 15. Traffic is being diverted. Updates to follow....
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Grief counselors were on hand Wednesday, Feb. 15 at Mill Creek Middle School in Lusby following the death of a female student in the seventh grade. The student died Feb. 14 at her home in Lusby. According to Calvert County Public School (CCPS) Spokesperson Gail Bennett, a letter was being sent home to parents about how the school...
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For Clay Wargo, a 10 year old boy from Huntingtown, Md., Feb.9, is a day he will never forget. While Clay was eating lunch at Huntingtown Elementary Thursday afternoon, he noticed his friend choking on a hot dog. Due to his fast thinking and long blood line of Prince George’s County firefighters, Clay knew...
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Sotterley’s Legends & Lore Friday, March 16, 2012 6:00 & 8:00 p.m. Sotterley’s Legends & Lore Tours are back … with a whole NEW twist! There is nothing like a good yarn, and Sotterley, with three centuries of people living on this site, has many exciting and entertaining stories that have been passed on...
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The Charles County Department of Community Services March 2012 issue of The SCOOP is now available online at www.CharlesCounty.org/CS. Printed copies are available at your local senior center. The SCOOP contains news, special events, and trips especially for seniors. This issue features special St. Patrick’s Day events and a Fashion Show! The Richard R....
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The following Navy contract has been awarded locally: J.F. Taylor Corp.,Lexington Park, Md., is being awarded a $9,043,754 cost-plus-fixed-fee, cost reimbursement contract to provide systems engineering, specialized testing and evaluation for communication, navigation, and identification systems to be developed in support of the Mission Systems Evaluation Division (AIR 5.1) of the Naval Air Systems...
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Charles County Commissioner Vice President Reuben B. Collins, II, Esq., invites the public to attend his upcoming Town Hall Meeting. The purpose of the Town Hall meetings is to take questions from those in attendance, and to discuss items of importance to the citizens and the community. The next Town Hall Meeting will be...
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After a challenging nine months fielding a new unmanned system in Afghanistan, a Navy reservist recently visited Patuxent River to share his deployment experience before returning to civilian life in his North Carolina hometown. It has been a few weeks of transition for Cmdr. Brian Stephens, who left his home in Cherry Point, N.C.,...
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NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER, Md. — You never know where you might meet your next mentor. A bartender at the restaurant where he worked encouraged Walter Augustin, then 16, to attend college. After graduating from Illinois Institute of Technology and serving in the Marine Corps, Augustin, a “lifelong learner,” is now the...
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Tri-County Job & Career Fair Employer Registration March 2, deadline for early registration for the Tri-County Job & Career Fair; March 22 deadline for registration to be entered to win Apple iPad2. Employer Registration is underway for the Tri-County Job and Career Fair 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 10, College of Southern Maryland,...
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An extensive investigation by the Office of the State Fire Marshal has resulted in charges being brought against Stacey Lorenzo Curtis, 37 of Mechanicsville, for committing Arson 2nd Degree and Insurance Fraud. The incident originally occurred on June 30, 2011 on Bay Forest Road in St. James, St. Mary’s County. During the on-scene investigation,...
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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Division, in cooperation with the Maryland State Police, Leonardtown Barrack, is conducting a Traffic Safety Initiative to address numerous traffic safety-related issues. Based on citizen complaints of speeding and aggressive driving, combined with 2011 motor vehicle collision data, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office has identified...
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The next two-hour early dismissal for Charles County students is Wednesday, Feb. 15. Afternoon prekindergarten students attend school. There is also no three’s program on two-hour early dismissal dates. Schools and offices are closed on Monday, Feb. 20, in observance of Presidents Day holiday. Visit the Charles County Public Schools Web site at http://www2.ccboe.com/calendars/calendars.cfm...
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The owner of the Strategic Marketing Group, Chris Ripley is on a mission to save the world from bad marketing practices. A sales and marketing professional for over 30 years and adjunct professor at the College of Southern Maryland and the University of Phoenix, Ripley recently announced the launch of his book, Online Marketing...
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Sixteen educators were honored this year, including Lindsay Gray Brenfleck from the STEM Academy at Lexington Park Elementary School, as Fellows in the 2011-2012 Sarah D. Barder Educator Recognition Program administered by The Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY). The goal of the Barder Program is to honor educators who effectively motivate...
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Authorities in St. Mary’s County are on the scene of an accident along the 21100 block of Great Mills Road near the intersection of Chancellors Run Road in Great Mills. The accident was reported at 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 14. Two vehicles are involved. No injuries have been reported. Expect delays in the area.
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The following incidentes are being investigated by the Charles County Sheriff’s Office: ASSAULT/PROPERTY DESTRUCTION: On Feb. 12 at 2:25 a.m., Charles County Sheriff’s officers responded to the 300 block of University Drive in Waldorf for an assault and property destruction report. The investigation revealed the victims were in their vehicle parked in their driveway...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Charlotte Hall man in connection with more than a half-dozen tire and rim thefts and detectives suspect his involvement in other such thefts, Sheriff Rex Coffey announced today. Rodney Peter Quarles, Jr., 25, has been charged with nine thefts that occurred between March and January in...
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OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE On Feb. 9 about 8:45 a.m., a Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department F350 utility truck being driving by a volunteer Emergency Medical Technician was responding with its lights and sirens activated to a call at the Emergency Medical Services Station on St. Ignatius Drive in Waldorf. While en route, the utility truck...
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On February 4 at 11:18 a.m., Calvert County DFC R. Weems responded to the Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department for the report of a person with a weapon. The suspect, later identified as Demian K. Woomer, 32 of Port Republic, had been detained by members of the fire department prior to DFC...
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Maryland State Police in Leonardtown have picked up the following suspects on Bench Warrant Arrests: Warrant Service – On Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 11:47am, TFC E. M. Evans served a Fugitive Arrest Warrant (T3-15365) on Laticia Rene Bush, 36, of Mechanicsville. The warrant was issued on February 1, 2012 by the District Court...
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For the 2012 Presidential Primary Election, voters can vote in person or by absentee ballot. To vote in person, a voter, residing in St. Mary’s County, can vote before Election Day at a designated early voting center in St. Mary’s County or vote on Election Day at the polling place for his or her...
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The following Navy contracts have been awarded locally: Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, is being awarded a $56,750,000 advance acquisition contract to provide long lead parts and components required for the manufacture of Lot 10 UH-1Y (15) and AH-1Z (13) helicopters for the Marine Corps in support of the H-1 upgrade program. ...
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On Sunday, February 5, 2012 at 8 a.m., Tpr. D. Buckalew responded to the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack and made contact with Sgt. J. L. Linger in the main lobby of the Barrack. Upon entering the Barrack lobby, Tpr. Buckalew detected the odor of burnt marijuana. Upon making contact with the Duty Officer,...
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On February 7, the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners held their annual awards ceremony at Calvert Pines Auditorium. During the ceremony, over 120 employees were honored for their length of service to the county. County Departments that had employees recognized were Animal Control, Buildings and Grounds, Circuit Court, Control Center, County Treasurer, Detention...
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Maryland State Police in Prince Frederick are investigating the following incidents: Shoplifting/Theft: On 2/07/12 at 1:25 pm, Trooper Matthews responded to the Safeway grocery store in Prince Frederick regarding a shoplifting complaint. Two black males entered the store and filled two grocery carts with seafood and meat and walked out without paying for it. ...
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On February 9 at 3 p.m., the Natural Resource Police charged three individuals with removing oysters from an oyster sanctuary and possessing undersized oysters in the St. Mary’s River near Great Mills. Officers charged Migdael A. Trujillo, 32, Lorenzo A. Regalado, 32 and Jose M. Vaquers, 42 all from Dameron, Md. A trial date...
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Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Manager Patrick Osborn has announced the official signing of two more players to the 2012 Blue Crabs roster. Catcher Christian Lopez and utility infielder Bridger Hunt are returning to the Crabs after spending last season with the club. Christian Lopez returns to Southern Maryland for his third season with the...
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UPDATE Feb. 13, 2012 Second Suspect Arrested in Coordinated Robbery of Family Dollar On December 24, 2011 police units responded to the Family Dollar in Lexington Park, Maryland for the report of a robbery. Officers were advised an unknown male entered the store, pushed a clerk and stole a deposit containing an undisclosed amount...
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During the week of February 6 through February 12 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,545 calls for service throughout the community. The following incidents are being investigated: Theft Unknown suspect(s) stole 6 to 8 rolls of copper welding lead valued at $1000 from the bed of a pickup truck parked...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office have arrested the following suspects on drug charges: L to R: Allers, Young CDS Violation On February 10 at 1:09 p.m. DFC S. Esposito conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at Md. Rt. 4 and Ferry Landing Road in Dunkirk. He found the driver to be in possession of...
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Barbara Ann Zanelotti, 71, of Prince Frederick, MD formerly of District Heights, MD passed away on February 9, 2012 in St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. She was born on May 26, 1940 in Washington, D.C. to the late Jerome L. and Margaret Maud Zanelotti. Barbara attended Suitland High School and moved from Prince George’s...
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Darlene Mary Bowen, age 66, of Huntingtown, MD passed away February 9, 2012 at Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick, MD with her family by her side. She was born July 26, 1945 in Washington, D.C. to James Edward and Mary Frances (Mockabee) Jones, was raised in Calvert County and attended Calvert High School....
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Salvatore “Sam” John Genovese, age 77, of Lothian, MD passed away on February 11, 2012 at his home. He was born September 14, 1934 in Baltimore, MD to Joseph and Anna Frances (Bordine) Genovese. He was raised in Baltimore and attended Baltimore Public Schools. Sam married Faye Marie Kronawetter in Baltimore September 24, 1952...
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Henrietta “Aunt Henri” T. Ellis of Port Republic, Maryland, died on February 10, 2012, at the age of 85. She was born on September 7, 1926 in Rostraver Township, Pennsylviana to Louis and Wilma (McClintock) Thompson. She is the loving mother of Gary Ellis and his wife, Sally and the late Mark A. Ellis. ...
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Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus announced Feb. 10, 2012 that the next Independence variant littoral combat ship (LCS) will be named the USS Gabrielle Giffords. The selection of Gabrielle Giffords, designated LCS 10, honors the former Congresswoman from Tucson, Ariz., and who is known for supporting the military and veterans. Mabus also announced the ship’s...
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Student Association (SA) leaders and representatives from the College of Southern Maryland joined students from Maryland’s 16 community colleges in Annapolis for Student Advocacy Day on Feb. 9. Fifteen students from CSM urged lawmakers from the Southern Maryland Delegation to keep community colleges affordable. The day started with a rally in the Presidential Conference...
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The Charles County Historic Preservation Commission hosted an Open House on February 11, at the Thomas Stone National Historic Site in Port Tobacco, Maryland. As part of this event, the Commission announced the 2012 Charles County Preservation Award winners. Two Preservation Service Awards were presented at the Historic Preservation Commission’s Open House on Saturday,...
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Top L to R: Anderson, Mason, Jones; Bottom L to R: Saylor, Mattingly, Mason St. Mary’s Vice Narcotics Detectives indicted Suspect Margaret Ann Saylor (Age 42 of Mechanicsville) for “Possession of Oxycodone and Possession of Alprazolam with the Intent to Distribute” A Search and Seizure Warrant was executed on the Mechanicsville residence after an...
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On Sunday, Feb. 12 around 5:15 p.m., over 28 firefighters from Mechanicsville VFD, Seventh District VFD and Hughesville VFD responded to report of a house fire in the 26600 block of Lawrence Adams Drive in Mechanicsville. Crews arrived on scene to discover a single family, single story home with fire in the attached garage with...
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By Chris Ripley Last week I was talking with the owner of a small IT services company about the poor results he had received from a direct mail piece. He mailed about 1500 postcards to a list of medical offices. He mailed the card and about a week later he followed up with a phone...
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Last year, Vicki Ross was chosen Calvert County’s Government Employee for the month of February. Ross works as an assistant in the Personnel Office. Vicki wears many hats in her position, but focuses on being the best customer service representative she can be. In her job, she deals with training, performing evaluations and with individuals seeking...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office have arrested the following suspects on drug charges: Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance – Marijuana On February 9, 2012 Deputy Wood stopped a 1996, Mercury for an equipment violation on Pegg Road in the area of Pacific Drive in Lexington Park, Maryland. The driver was identified as James...
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Courtlyn Carr Winter Interludes keeps the music coming at Calvert Library! Nashville performer and song-writer Courtlyn Carr kicked off the library’s new music series to a big audience with her versatile voice and crowd-pleasing tunes. Music lover Jerry McGaughran said, “It was cool to see someone who started her musical career as a Calvert...
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Looking for that perfect Valentine’s Day gift? Well, the Island Bar & Crab House along with the Island Inn & Suites (Ascend Collection Hotel) in Piney Point has just what you’re looking for. Join the Island Inn for a special Valentine’s Dinner this Saturday, Feb. 11 and/or Tuesday, Feb 14. while enjoying a romantic dinner...
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The Calvert County Board of Commissioners honored Phillip Waugh on February 7, for his heroic actions November 30, 2011. Phillip was the only passenger in a plane piloted by his father, Steve Waugh. They were returning from a four hour flight from Chicago, Illinois and as the plane approached the Chesapeake Ranch Estates Airport...
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On February 5, 2012 from 8:00 p.m.to midnight the Special Operations Division of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office conducted saturation patrols within St. Mary’s County to detect violators and enforce all traffic laws specifically those pertaining to the operation of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and aggressive driving. The...
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Although he doesn’t wear a cape, there’s no doubt that interventional cardiologist Srinivas Addala, MD, is a great doctor – a super doctor, in fact. Dr. Addala was among those recognized as a Super Doctor for the Washington, DC-Baltimore-Northern VA area. The list, which was posted in the Washington Post Magazine, honors top physicians...
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On Jan. 28 at 5:19 p.m., TFC N. Gresko of the Maryland State Police was conducting a routine traffic stop on Chancellors Run Road at Clipper Drive in Great Mills. As Trooper Gresko approached the black Chevrolet, a strong odor of marijuana was detected. After questioning the driver, Dewayne Anthony Washington, 26 of Virginia,...
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The St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau is offering a $1,000.00 college scholarship in remembrance of local farmer, Floyd Raley, to a student of a Farm Bureau family entering college iin the Fall, 2012. The student must be full-time and pursuing a degree in agriculture, horticulture, environmental science (water, soil, air) or a related field...
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Now that the Great Mills Road Streetscape project has come to an end after ten years, the town of Lexington Park, spurred on by the Lexington Park Business and Community Association is planning the first ever Pride in the Park Parade. The first ever parade in the park is set to take place on...
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During a press conference Wednesday on Capitol Hill, Congressman Hoyer expressed his opinion about the federal budget, “The fact is, you don’t need a budget.” Congressional candidate and Maryland House Minority Leader, Tony O’Donnellcalled Steny Hoyer’s budget comments “imbecilic.” As reported by CNSNews.com on February 8, 2012 Hoyer said: “What does the budget do?...
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Maryland State Police in Leonardtown have picked up the following people on Bench Warrant Arrests: Warrant Service – On Monday, February 6, 2012 at 1:45pm, TFC J. S. Gibson served a Bench Warrant (T3-15344) on Kathryn Ann Heberle, 32, of Port Republic. The warrant was issued with an original charge of Driving On A...
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On Friday, Feb. 10 shortly after 6 a.m., fire and rescue crews were alerted to report of a house fire in Great Mills. Firefighters responded to the 45300 block of Heather Street to discover a two story single family home with fire in the basement. All of the occupants were able to escape without...
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The Defense Department announced Feb.9, 2012 changes to its assignment policy which will result in 14,325 additional positions being opened to women. “Women are contributing in unprecedented ways to the military’s mission. Through their courage, sacrifice, patriotism and great skill, women have proven their ability to serve in an expanding number of roles on and off...
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On Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 9:27 p.m., Tpr. S. M. Ditoto responded to the Wal-Mart on Miramar Way in California for a reported theft. Upon arrival to the scene, contact was made with Loss Prevention staff who advised that the subject was observed picking up a DVD and then attempted to exit the...
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The Maryland State Fire Marshall Bomb Squad is investigating a suspicious package at the Callaway Rentals Car Wash in Callaway. St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office along with the Maryland State Fire Marshall Bomb Squad responded to the 20800 block of Callaway Village Way in Callaway around 7:33 p.m. on Feb. 7. Investigation revealed an...
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Sheriff Rex Coffey released the following information in his blog Say goodbye to the Ford Crown Victoria police car. 2011 was the last production year for the Crown Vic. 2012 brings a whole new look for the future of police cars. On Tuesday, February 7, 2012 the Charles County Board of County Commissioners approved...
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| Today | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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 Thunderstorm 66°/88° |  Thunderstorm 63°/82° |  Chance of Rain 48°/75° |  Clear 48°/72° |
Maryland Senate Passes Gay Marriage
Governor Martin O’Malley released the following statement on Feb. 23, after the Senate passed the Civil Marriage Protection Act of 2012: “I’d like to thank Senate President Miller for his leadership and our legislators in the Senate for their hard work and their vote today for human dignity. “All children deserve the opportunity to live...
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