On Tuesday, October 30 at 10:26p.m., three black males entered the ABC Liquors in California. While the employee was busy ringing up other customers, the 3 males each stole a bottle of liquor. Video and photographs of the incident were given to St. Mary’s County Deputy Vincent J. Pontorno. If anyone knows the identify...
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If ever there was a Candyland, kids found it at Annmarie Gardens on Saturday. Dressed in their costumes, accompanied by adults, they would run down the trail to the next vendor to get goodies to fill their bags. Some would stop for a moment and sample what they had gotten. At some booths, vendors,...
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Charles County Public Schools’ class of 2012 met the academic challenges of the state High School Assessments (HSA) and the school system’s graduation rate for the class of 2011 increased, according to data released today by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). Countywide, the class of 2012 met reading, mathematics and graduation targets for the all students...
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The National Restaurant Association (NRA) today announced that Brendan Flanagan has been promoted to Vice President of State and Local Affairs, a new position in the expanded Political and State Affairs department. Flanagan will lead the NRA’s engagement in public policy matters at the state and local level, working directly with state restaurant association...
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In accordance with the guidelines established by the Maryland Department of the Environment, the Charles County Department of Public Works – Utilities and the Charles County Department of Health report that an accidental sewage overflow occurred on Tuesday, Oct. 30 at the intersection of Hawthorne and Livingston Roads in La Plata near Mattawoman Creek...
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The St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission (MetCom) is reporting three wastewater overflows, which occurred on October 29, 2012, in the Lexington Park sewerage system. These overflows were caused by heavy rainfall as a result of Hurricane Sandy and are at the following locations: 1. Interceptor Sewer Manhole at Old Missouri Street 2. Interceptor Sewer...
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Wednesdays Pet for 10/31/12 is Tyson Featured Pet: Tyson Rescue Group: Second Hope Rescue Breed: Great Dane Mix Sex: Male Size: Medium to Large Vetted: Neutered and Up-to-date with routine shots Adoption Fee: $250.00 Tyson is a 9-month-old male Great Dane mix. He has many Great Dane traits but probably will not have the...
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St. Mary’s County is proud to report that 59 students at Chopticon High School, 72 students at Great Mills High School, and 131 students at Leonardtown High School have earned AP® Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on AP® Exams for the 2012 school year. “The students earning this recognition represent the...
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During the week of October 22 through October 28 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,602 calls for service throughout the community. Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is releasing a sketch of the suspect wanted in connection with the shooting of a man and a woman on Oct. 26 on a foot path near Hampshire Circle in Waldorf. A CCSO forensic sketch artist created the sketch based on a witness’s description. The suspect is described as...
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Tom MacKenzie and Patti Casey, formerly with Wood’s Tea Company and now performing as Shady Rill, will perform in the State House at Historic St. Mary’s City on November 4. Patti and Tom’s careers, those collectively span decades. With richly diverse musical influences that stretch from the British Isles to Quebec to deepest Appalachia,...
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DFC R. Kreps arrested two people on October 25 at 12:32 p.m. on Md. Rt. 2 in Sunderland after stopping their vehicle for violations. The driver, John Alfred Douglas, Jr., 53 of Lusby, was driving on a suspended license and also had an open warrant through the state of Texas. The vehicle tag was...
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At 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 31, six Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) two-man line crews, a foreman, and a safety supervisor headed north to assist BGE with restoring power to the 80,000 customers who remain without electric service following Hurricane Sandy. SMECO president and CEO explained, “We checked with our sister co-ops in...
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St. Mary’s County Public Schools is very pleased to announce that it is accepting nominations for outstanding principals as consideration for The Washington Post Distinguished Educational Leadership Awards (DELA). The Washington Post Distinguished Educational Leadership Awards seek to recognize principals who go beyond the day-to-day demands of their position to create an exceptional educational...
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On October 26 at approximately 10:16 a.m. a citizen contacted the Calvert County Control Center regarding a motorcycle and a white male located in the brush just off the roadway on Boyds Turn Road in the area of Three Brothers Way in Owings. Members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau responded to...
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CSM Robotics Collegiate Division Competition. 9:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Nov. 3. College of Southern Maryland La Plata Campus, Center for Business and Industry (BI), Chaney Enterprises Conference Room, BI-113, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM is hosting its first collegiate division robotics challenge with CSM’s Talons student team competing against Muhlenburg College of...
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This year’s Sotterley Holiday Candlelight entitled, “From This Day Forward” will run on Thursday, November 29th for Members’ Night and November 30 & December 1st for the general public from 6:30 – 10:00 p.m. In this living history production set within the 1703 Plantation House, visitors will encounter Sotterley’s past Christmas seasons and the...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the following incidents: BURGLARY: On Oct. 30 at 1:10 a.m., officers responded to a business in the 3900 block of St. Charles Parkway in Waldorf for an intrusion alarm. Upon arrival, officers found the front door window was shattered. Investigation showed unknown suspect(s) broke in and stole...
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On Oct. 16 at 12:28 p.m., officers responded to the 2700 block of Stanford Place in Waldorf after a 13-year-old girl called 911 to report she had arrived home from school and saw a ground level window shattered. Thinking a burglary was taking place, the girl ran to a neighbor’s house. When officers arrived,...
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To the Editor: The safety of our students and staff is of utmost importance, as they are traveling to and from school and when they are on school property. This is especially true during inclement weather. When making decisions on whether to delay or open schools, we take many things into consideration. Our county...
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The Charles County Department of Public Works would like to remind citizens that the next household hazardous waste collection will be held on Saturday, Nov. 3. The household hazardous waste collection site is located in the parking lot of the Department of Public Works building, located at 10430 Audie Lane, off of Radio Station...
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On October 29 at approximately 7:27 p.m. members from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Team along with SMECO personnel responded to the area of Joy Road and Olivet Road in Lusby for a reported female subject trapped in her vehicle with downed live wires. The female was trapped for approximately one hour....
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According to the National Highway Safety Administration, “Halloween is the second most dangerous day for pedestrians” and the Maryland State Police is warning citizens Maryland roads are no place to play trick or treat while impaired. Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Marcus L. Brown has ordered each of the 22 barracks to deploy extra...
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Due to budget constraints, the shuttle bus from NAS Patuxent River to Bethesda/Walter Reed National Medical Center, with stops at Washington Navy Yard and Washington Reagan National Airport will be ending on Nov. 1. Beginning on Nov. 1, the shuttle will make twice daily trips to Reagan airport only. “This is a service we...
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As of 8 p.m. on October 30, Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) has restored service to all customer-members in Calvert, Charles and Prince George’s County impacted by Hurricane Sandy. In St. Mary’s County, the 22 storm-related outages that remain as of 8 p.m. will be restored tonight with the exception of four customer accounts...
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Dark Signals and Felled Trees Present Driving Challenges Tonight and Tomorrow Morning; Crews Respond to Blizzard-like Snow Accumulations in Western Maryland; Drivers Urged to Plan Ahead for Tomorrow Travel The Maryland State Highway Administration’s (SHA) Emergency Operations Center and more than 650 crews continue to respond to flooding, snow, felled trees and dark signals...
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Charles County currently is currently experiencing a sanitary sewer overflow associated with the heavy rain that occurred during Hurricane Sandy. The spill is at the intersection of Hawthorne and Livingston Roads. Citizens are advised to keep away from the spill, and not to perform any activities near Mattawoman Creek in the 20646 area code....
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Charles County citizens are urged to stay safe in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. High water on roads in flood-prone areas, traffic signal outages, road closures, and downed trees and power lines may be expected over the next several days. As of 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30, Port Tobacco Marina is flooded, and...
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With the lifting of the local state of emergency, St. Mary’s County Government offices, programs and services will resume normal operations on Wednesday, October 31. All St. Mary’s County Public Schools will be open on Wednesday. The Governor Thomas Johnson Bridge is open and operating normally however a wind warning remains in place. The...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the whereabouts of Joseph Daniel Bynum, 26, of Faulkner, who has nine outstanding arrest warrants relating to several charges including: failure to appear for second-degree assault, failure to appear in violation of probation for indecent exposure, failure to appear in violation of an ex-parte order, failure to...
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Charles County Government operations and services will return to normal hours on Wednesday, October 31, 2012. The following government services will resume and county agencies will be open: - Courts - VanGo, regular weekday service - Health Department - Department of Social Services - Community Services, Meals on wheels, senior and recreation centers, etc...
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Water Main Break – Hale Court There is a water main break on Hale Court in Constitution Hills. Public Works/Utilities crews are on site. Repairs are expected to take approximately five hours. Normal service is expected to be restored approximately by 7 PM. For discolored water, please run spigots until clear. Department of Public...
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Charles County schools and offices to open on time Oct. 31 All Charles County Public Schools are opening on time tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2012. Administrative offices also are opening on time. As a reminder, Wednesday, Oct. 31 is a two-hour early dismissal day. There is no Three’s program; P.M. prekindergarten students attend.
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INSTALLATION STATUS UPDATE – NAS Patuxent River has lifted the Mission Essential Personnel posture as of noon, Tuesday, Oct. 30. Operations will return to normal on Oct. 31. Employees with extenuating circumstances should contact their supervisors for reporting instructions.
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The Charles County Board of Elections would like to inform residents that Governor Martin O’Malley has announced that early voting will resume on Oct. 31. Early voting will take place from Wednesday, Oct. 31 through Friday, Nov. 2. Early voting hours will be 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. daily. Election Law provides that “n...
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Citizens Urged to Limit Travel Temporary Speed Limit Reduction Will End at 12 Noon; Pedestrians, Drivers Must Remain Alert for Debris and Power Lines in other parts of the State Today Acting Transportation Secretary Darrell B. Mobley announced that the temporary speed limit reduction initiated Monday afternoon ends at noon today, however drivers are...
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In accordance with the Charles County Commissioners’ most recent announcement that Halloween activities are to take place on Oct. 31, the Indian Head Town Council has moved the Town’s traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating event back to Wednesday, Oct. 31 from 6 – 8 p.m., as originally planned. The Town of Indian Head’s 2012 Halloween on...
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The local state of emergency has been lifted. As of 12 noon the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County have lifted the Local State of Emergency. The emergency declaration was enacted on October 27 with the approach of Hurricane Sandy.
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The Hampton Inn Waldorf is completely operational and experienced no damage. Our team of hospitality professionals did what they do best, creating positive guest experiences. Board Games, snack food, music, and news updates filled the lobby as a group of dedicated team members hunkered down to battle the storm with our guests. A special...
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The Charles County Department of Public Works advises residents of Swan Point who are on a vacuum sewer system that operations are now back to normal. Swan Point residents who have questions may call 301-609-7400 and leave a message on the Department of Public Works, Utilities answering service. A non-emergency telephone number, 301-609-3435, has...
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Dear Friends, Good afternoon. I hope this note finds you safe and secure having weathered Hurricane/Superstorm Sandy. As we watch the news, we see the destruction caused by this unique weather pattern. Floods, power outages, and downed trees throughout our community. Please continue to heed the advice of your local authorities. They are doing...
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Agenda items that were scheduled for the Oct. 30 meeting of the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners will be dispersed onto future agendas. The public hearing that was scheduled for Oct. 30 to discuss proposed text amendments will be rescheduled; the date has not yet been determined. The Emergency Operations Center was activated...
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Trick or Treat activities in St. Mary’s County are set for October 31, Halloween. With Hurricane Sandy no longer posing a danger to St. Mary’s County, County Commissioners wish to state that trick or treating activities will go on as scheduled on Halloween, on Wednesday, October 31.
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The Calvert County temporary safety shelter at Huntingtown High School will close at noon today. The temporary shelter at Huntingtown High School is closing at noon today, Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012. The pet shelter is also closing.
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In light of the local state of emergency in Charles County being lifted, the Board of Commissioners encourages citizens to resume trick-or-treating on Halloween-Wednesday, Oct. 31. Severe weather information and emergency notices will be posted on the Charles County website (www.CharlesCountyMD.gov), on the county’s Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/CharlesCounty), and on the county’s government cable station,...
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Calvert County Government announced that all county landfills and convenience centers will be open effective 2 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012, for trash only. They will operate under normal hours after that time. The Appeal Convenience Center will close at 4 p.m. today. All other locations will be open until 7 p.m. Residents are...
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St. Mary’s County Government will provide real-time, unofficial Presidential Election results on Tuesday, November 6, 2012. Citizens can access the online website at http://results.stmarysmd.com on election night to view precinct by precinct results as they are received and recorded at the Board of Elections office. Additionally, citizens can receive e-mail notifications as precinct results...
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The St. Mary’s County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Meena Garg as Health Officer for St. Mary’s County. Dr. Garg comes to Southern Maryland from Indiana where she currently serves as Director of the Division of Chronic Disease Prevention and Control at the Indiana State Department of...
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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners, through the Calvert County Department of Public Works, announces that residents may dispose of tree/green debris as a result of Hurricane Sandy at the Appeal and Barstow landfills starting Wednesday, Oct. 31, through Friday, Nov. 30, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., free of charge. After Nov....
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As Hurricane Sandy continues to move away her effects continue to be felt throughout the county. Currently sustained winds are registering at 15 mph with gusts at 21 mph. A wind advisory will continue through 2 pm this afternoon. A coastal flood warning continues through tonight. As conditions continue to improve county emergency managers continue to...
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As of 1030 am Wednesday, October 31, 2012, the local state of emergency in Charles County will be lifted and Charles County Government will resume normal operations. Local officials made the declaration on October 28, 2012 out of an abundance of caution, which ensured the Department of Emergency Services had authority to engage, deploy...
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Charles County has announced that the emergency shelter located at the Department of Community Services building will be closing as of 9:30am today, October 30, 2012. A non-emergency hotline, 301-609-3435, has been established for residents who have questions. This line should not be used in the event of an emergency. If you have an...
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With 7 days until the General Election it is important we do everything we can to Get Out The Vote. The future of our Nation depends upon you! First, make sure you vote. Early Voting in Maryland has beenextended. As of this writing, Friday November 2, 2012 was added to the early voting days. Check...
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Maryland State Police are urging people to continue to stay off Maryland roads until highway crews are able to locate, assess and clear blocked roads and traffic hazards. Fallen trees, downed power lines and wind-blown debris are blocking travel lanes and entire roadways across the state. Motorists are urged to remain off the roads...
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William “Bill” Douglas Hobgood, 78 of Mechanicsville, MD died October 28, 2012 at his residence. Born September 2, 1934 in Franklinton, NC, he was the son of the late Eva Wade Hobgood and Alpheus Hobgood. Bill is survived by his wife Marian Long Hobgood whom he married on September 21, 1976 at the NAS...
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William Gordon McCann of Waldorf, Maryland died on Sunday, October 28, 2012. Born May 10, 1937, William is the husband of Pat L. McCann; father of Jennifer Webb and her husband Bryant Webb; brother of the late Robert McCann and James McCann. William is also survived by six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. All services...
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On October 19, 2012, police responded to the intersection of Missouri Avenue and Patuxent Drive in Lexington Park, for a report of a stabbing. Numerous 911 calls were received by the Emergency Communications Center advising there was a very large fight in progress. Witnesses and a victim stated that they observed Barbara Lemoyne Douglas...
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Maryland State Police in Prince Frederick are investigating the following incidents: Burglary: On 10/24/12 @ 1:36 pm, Corporal Bennett responded to the 4000 block of School Rd. in Broomes Island for a reported burglary. A real estate agent, preparing to show a home, discovered that the home had been broken into. The kitchen stove...
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The most heavily affected area is St. Mary’s County with 1,008 customers without power. SMECO anticipates restoring service by tonight for all storm related power outages in Calvert, Charles, and Prince George’s counties. With some exceptions that may carry over to mid-day Wednesday, electric service to customer-members in St. Mary’s County should be restored...
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UPDATE: Closing for Tuesday, Oct. 30 - Federal Gov’t will be closed Tuesday, Oct. 30 - College of Southern Maryland- closed Tues., Oct. 30 - St. Mary’s College of Maryland- closed Tues, Oct. 30 - MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital is operating under a Code Brown until further notice. - Southern Maryland Higher Education Center – CLOSED...
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The Charles County Department of Public Works advises residents of Swan Point who are on a vacuum sewer system to limit their use of the sewer system. Specifically, residents are asked to limit activities that cause water to go down the drain such as washing clothes, flushing toilets and taking showers. There are no...
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Customers should call 1-877-74-SMECO to report outages (that is 1-877-747-6326). Cause of outages: Trees are down and poles are broken. Transmission lines: all are operational Substations: all are operational Status of feeders: one feeder is locked out at the Ryceville substation. All Counties At 5 p.m. on Oct. 29, Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO)...
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Following the Charles County Commissioners’ recommendation to reschedule Halloween activities, the Indian Head Town Council has postponed the Town’s traditional door-to-door trick or treating event until Saturday, Nov. 3 from 6 – 8 p.m. The Town of Indian Head also sponsors a Halloween on the Village Green trunk-to-trunk event, which was scheduled to be...
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St. Mary’s County Government will be closed on Tuesday, October 30 for all non-essential employees. The Board of County Commissioners meeting has been rescheduled for Friday, November 2 at 9 a.m. St. Mary’s County Public Schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, October 30 for all students and staff. Also, there will be...
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The beach and pier are closed in North Beach and will continue to be closed until further notice. For your own safety, Mayor Frazer has requested that no one travel east of Chesapeake Avenue during the storm unless you live there. Town Hall will close at the normal time today at 4:30 p.m. It...
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The Charles County Board of Elections would like to inform residents that Governor Martin O’Malley has cancelled early voting for Tuesday, Oct. 30. At this time, early voting for Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 is scheduled to take place as planned. Early voting hours for Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 are 10 a.m. –...
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DIRECTV is here for you. We’re ready to help our customers who may be adversely affected by the hurricane. We sincerely hope you and your families are safe and your home or property will be spared any serious damage. In order to provide you with the most up to date information, we have set...
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Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley has closed the Bay Bridge because of the storm. The bridge spans the Chesapeake Bay, connecting the state’s eastern and western shores. Hurricane Sandy already has caused heavy damage to a large, iconic ocean pier in the Maryland beach resort of Ocean City.
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Marylanders Urged to Avoid Travel for Next 24-36 Hours as Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Continues Across the State Due to deteriorating weather conditions, the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA), State Police (MSP) and Transportation Authority (MDTA) have lowered all speed limits on interstate and US routes to 45 mph effective immediately and until...
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The Calvert Board of County Commissioners has announced that county government offices will be closed Tuesday, Oct. 30, due to the impacts of Hurricane Sandy. • The Board of County Commissioners meeting and public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012 is canceled. The public hearing will be rescheduled. • The three county senior...
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Keep track of area power outages using this constantly updated power outage map created and hosted by SMECO. According to the SMECO Web site, “Power outages occur for various reasons around SMECO’s service area. Outages may be caused by storms, car accidents, dig-ins (usually in construction areas), fallen trees, or other reasons. In most...
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The following streets have been closed due to flooding in North Beach: • Bay Avenue between 3rd and 7th Streets • Chesapeake Avenue between 3rd and 5th Streets • 5th Street between Bay and Chesapeake Avenues Please be safe and DO NOT attempt to drive through a flooded street.
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There are some updates and slight changes to the projections. Rain 6-10 inches with greatest intensity after 6pm today. Winds will become progressively worse with highest intensity early this evening. There is the potential for hurricane force winds on the Bay after 3pm today Inland creeks and streams will become progressively full The Tuesday...
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TRAVEL ON MARYLAND ROADS AS OF 12:00 P.M. MONDAY Law enforcement and state officials are recommending against traveling during the remainder of the storm, but as of now, there is no prohibition against traveling on Maryland roads. State troopers and local police officers will NOT be stopping and ticketing vehicles which are on the...
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County Currently Under Flood Warning The full wrath of Hurricane Sandy is predicted to impact St. Mary’s County beginning late this afternoon. Heavy rains with high winds are expected between 8 p.m. this evening and 3 a.m. Tuesday morning. Governor O’Malley has requested all residents to stay off the roads until the storm has...
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Thelma Louise Hall, 78 of Chaptico, passed away peacefully on Oct. 25 at the St. Mary’s Hospice House surrounded by her family. She was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. Thelma was born on March 15, 1934 in Hurry, and was the daughter of the late James Carroll Quade, Sr. and the late...
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UPDATE – NAS Patuxent River remains open, however Gates 1 and 3 are closed. The installation and tenant organizations are in a Mission Essential Personnel (MEP) only status through Tuesday, Oct. 30. FURTHER UPDATES will provide the duration of the MEP only condition. Individuals who are unaware of their own status as a MEP...
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The Calvert County Commissioners draw attention to wind restrictions that will be in place for all Maryland bridge traffic during Hurricane Sandy. Wind warnings and restriction will be implemented as outlined below: Wind Warnings o Sustained wind speeds or wind gusts of 30-39 mph. o Operators of house trailers, box trailers, motorcycles, vehicles with...
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Charles County Government offices will be closed on Tuesday, Oct. 30, due to expected inclement weather from Hurricane Sandy. Essential personnel and employees required to maintain operations during inclement weather are to report to work as scheduled. Charles County Government employees should call 301-645-0600 or 301-870-2099 (toll-free 877-807-8790) for updates on Charles County Government’s...
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The NRC is prepared for the approach of Hurricane Sandy. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has made preparations for Hurricane Sandy, with inspectors at all nuclear power plants that could potentially experience impacts from the storm. The inspectors are independently verifying that plant operators are making the proper preparations, are following relevant procedures and are taking...
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St. Mary’s County Board of Commissioners meeting rescheduled. Due the impending landfall of Hurricane Sandy, the St. Mary’s County Board of County Commissioners meeting, originally scheduled for Tuesday, October 30, has been rescheduled to Friday, November 2, 2012. The meeting will begin at the usual start time of 9:00 a.m. and the previously published...
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Today Governor O’Malley issued a statewide directive for citizens to stay off of the roadways until the severe weather has passed. The Charles County Commissioners support the Governor’s order, and urge residents to keep the roads clear so emergency vehicles and personnel are able to reach citizens in need. The Commissioners encourage residents to...
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Sand bags are available for residents who need them to protect property. Up to 20 sand bags per person may be picked up until 4 p.m. today at the following locations: · Appeal Salt Dome, 401 Sweetwater Road, Lusby · Stafford Road Salt Dome, 335 Stafford Road, Barstow · Mt. Hope Salt Dome, 92...
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NAS Patuxent River remains open; however Gates 1 and 3 are closed. The installation and tenant organizations are in a Mission Essential Personnel (MEP) only status as of 8 p.m., Sunday, 28 Oct. Further updates will provide the duration of the MEP only condition. Individuals who are unaware of their own status as a...
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The Board of Education for Charles County is holding its first high school redistricting meeting on Monday, Nov. 5 to provide information about the process to develop new high school attendance zones. Staff members will explain the redistricting timeline, committee selection process, how alternatives will be developed and opportunities for community input. The meeting...
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Charles County Public Library Closed Oct. 29 Due to the local state of emergency in effect in Charles County and to protect the safety of children, the Board of Commissioners strongly discourages citizens from trick-or-treating on Halloween Wednesday, Oct. 31. The Commissioners encourage parents to take their children trick or treating on Saturday, Nov....
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The Calvert County Health Department reminds residents that drilled wells are subject to saltwater and surface water contamination if the well head is submerged. If you suspect your well head has been submerged, the Division of Environmental Health recommends following the procedure outlined below: CAUTION: Your well operates on electricity; electrical shock is possible...
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Hollywood Elementary School will host its 1st Annual Holiday Craft/Vendor Night from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on November 15, 2012 at the school, 44345 Joy Chapel Road, Hollywood. Vendors will showcase holiday crafts and gifts including jewelry, accessories, food, home décor, and much more. This is your opportunity to do your shopping for all your holiday...
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Jesse Littleton Young, Jr., 93, of Lusby, MD, passed away at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD on October 25, 2012. He was born April 2, 1919 in Accomack County, Virginia to the late Jesse L. and Bernice (Young) Young. He served during World War II and was in the U.S. Army for...
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Bernard Clifford Mankin, (Buddy), 76, of Charlotte Hall, MD, passed away at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home on October 26, 2012. He was born April 18, 1936 in Washington, DC to the late Charles and Mildred (Anderson) Mankin. As a young man, he served in the U.S. Navy. Bernard enjoyed fishing & crabbing, working on...
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Hurricane Sandy is affecting much of Maryland and will continue to cause road conditions to deteriorate throughout the day as the eye moves closer to landfall. With the worst of the storm expected to pound Maryland with heavy rain and high winds today and tomorrow, widespread power outages and a possible blizzard in far...
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Mayor Frazer has declared a state of emergency in North Beach. A state of emergency provides the means to request assistance from the county, state and federal government, if needed. The beach and pier is currently closed and will continue to be closed until further notice. Sand and sandbags will be available at the...
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St. Mary’s County continues its preparation for Hurricane Sandy as the storm continues its approach to the mid-Atlantic region. On its present course the greatest impact from the storm is predicted to begin early Monday morning and continue until Tuesday afternoon with high winds and heavy rains. Shelters are open and fully staffed at...
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Emergency shelters are open and located at Great Mills High School and Leonardtown High School. Citizens planning on relocating to a shelter should bring any toiletries or medications in quantities sufficient for several days. Residents are allowed to bring pets to both shelters. Animal Control staff will relocate them to the county fairgrounds where...
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NAS Patuxent River remains open. The installation and tenant organizations are in a Mission Essential Personnel (MEP) only status as of 8 p.m., Sunday, 28 Oct. Further updates will provide the duration of the MEP only condition. Individuals who are unaware of their own status as a MEP employee should contact their supervisor. Tenants...
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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners has announced that county government offices will be closed Monday, Oct. 29, as personnel continue to prepare for Hurricane Sandy. · The three county senior centers will be closed. Meals on Wheels will not be delivered. · All county solid waste facilities, including the Appeal Landfill and...
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Calvert County citizens are encouraged to use extreme caution during Hurricane Sandy. The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners offer the following safety tips during Hurricane Sandy: Downed Power Lines: Be aware of hazards presented by downed power lines. Consider all wires ENERGIZED and dangerous. Even lines that are de-energized may become energized at any...
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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners is urging that people who own generators use them properly and safely during power outages. Generator Safety: Do not connect your generator directly to your home’s wiring: · Connecting a portable electric generator directly to your household wiring can be deadly to you and others. A generator...
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Ann Yukie Takeuchi, 46, of Lusby, MD, passed away unexpectedly October 26, 2012, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD. Ann was born March 17, 1966, in Waimea, HI, to Eleanor Obatake of HI and the late Shigeo Takeuchi. Ann attended the Travel Institute of the Pacific, Honolulu, Hawaii, where she earned her Bachelor’s...
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teven Russell Dougherty, Sr. of Lexington Park, Maryland, formerly of Upper Marlboro and Suitland, died on Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at the South River Nursing and Rehab Center in Edgewater, Maryland, at the age of 65. He was born on April 27, 1947 in Washington, DC to John “Ducky” Dougherty and Mary (Owens) Dougherty...
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Mayor Frazer declared a state of emergency for North Beach. North Beach Mayor Mark Frazer has declared a state of emergency for the municipality. This will allow the town to be eligible for federal, state and county disaster funds if needed. The Mayor signed the document this afternoon.
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The following is a food safety information statement from the Calvert County Health Department. In anticipation of Hurricane Sandy, the Calvert County Health Department urges food service establishments, and residents, that food spoilage can cause serious illness. In order to decrease the chance of foodborne disease, the Division of Environmental Health requires establishments to...
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Due to expected inclement weather from Hurricane Sandy, please be advised that all locations of the Charles County Public Library will be closed on Monday, Oct. 29. Severe weather updates and emergency notices will be posted on the Charles County website (www.CharlesCountyMD.gov), on the county’s Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/CharlesCounty), and on the county’s government cable...
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St. Mary’s County continues to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Sandy with the opening of shelters and distribution of sandbags. Prolonged and significant high winds and flooding are expected to occur over a 24-to-36 hour period beginning in the early morning hours of Monday. The event will take place across the entire warning...
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National Hurricane Center forecasts Hurricane Sandy to track to the northeast to a position well off the North Carolina coast Sunday night, before shifting to the northwest and moving toward the Southern New Jersey and Delaware coasts Monday into Tuesday. The track of Sandy is expected to bring high winds to the region Monday...
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The Charles County Board of Elections would like to inform residents that Governor Martin O’Malley has cancelled early voting for Monday, Oct. 29. At this time, early voting for Tuesday, Oct. 30 through Thursday, Nov. 1 is scheduled to take place as planned. Early voting hours for Oct. 30 through Nov. 1 are 10...
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Calvert County Government offices will be closed on Monday, Oct. 29, in anticipation of the effects of Hurricane Sandy. Essential personnel should report as established by their supervisors or should contact supervisors for further instruction. The county has established rumor control numbers and can be reached at 410-535-0396 or 410-535-0314. These lines will be...
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Mayor Wahl has declared a state of emergency in Chesapeake Beach as of Sunday, which provides the means to request assistance from the county, state and federal government if needed. The county has decided to open a shelter at Huntingtown High School beginning at 3 pm this afternoon if anyone needs this kind of...
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Charles County will close schools for Monday, October 29th. Due to inclement weather forecasts associated with Hurricane Sandy, all Charles County Public Schools will be closed on Monday, Oct. 29, 2012. There is a code blue for staff, which means no employees report to work. No decision has been made regarding Tuesday October 30th...
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Maryland Park Service (MPS) will be providing a safe haven for horses at Fair Hill (Cecil County) if needed. Anyone interested or would like further information should contact MPS Park Manager Wayne Suydan at 410-409-8974 (cell). With Hurricane Sandy’s approach, it is important for the agricultural community to include livestock – including horses –...
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The Department of Emergency Services is opening a temporary emergency shelter on Monday, Oct. 29 at 8 a.m. for residents and their pets who are not confident in their safety at their current location, and wish to voluntarily relocate. The shelter will be located at the Department of Community Services building (8190 Port Tobacco...
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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners recommend that Calvert County citizens who live within 100 feet of the Cliffs of Calvert or homes located in low-lying, flood-prone areas consider voluntary evacuations of their homes due to the potential impacts of Hurricane Sandy. There may be a point during the height of the storm...
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As Hurricane Sandy continues on its path toward landfall, Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) has assembled, pre-storm, the largest group of linemen and service restoration personnel in our 75-year history. We have 175 SMECO linemen, 144 Contract linemen, 60 Cooperative linemen from Georgia, 32 Cooperative linemen from North Carolina, and 122 tree workers for...
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Charles County Government offices will be closed on Monday, Oct. 29, due to expected inclement weather from Hurricane Sandy. Essential personnel and employees required to maintain operations during inclement weather are to report to work as scheduled. Also, the following facilities will be closed on Oct. 29: • Charles County Courthouse (200 Charles Street,...
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Calvert County Public Schools Closed (Code White for all Employees) A Code White is called when conditions are not safe for any employee to attempt to report to work. Safety concerns may include road conditions or conditions at CCPS facilities including school buildings. No employees are to report to work when a Code White...
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Employee Code 3: St. Mary’s County Public Schools and offices are closed on Monday, October 29, 2012. No employees should report to work. Administrative leave will be provided for twelve-month employees only. *Designated emergency personnel should contact the Division of Supporting Services at (301) 475-4256, extension 9, for directions as to when to report...
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St. Mary’s County continues to prepare citizens for the arrival of Hurricane Sandy with the opening of shelters and distribution of sandbags. Two emergency shelters will open beginning at 12 noon this afternoon. The shelters will be located at Great Mills High School, located at 21130 Great Mills Road in Great Mills and Leonardtown...
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For the latest statewide emergency information, citizens are urged to visit the Maryland Emergency Management Agency website at www.mema.state.md.us. Up to the minute statewide traffic information, including the locations of roads that may be closed due to flooding, is available on-line at www.511md.org, or by calling 511. Road conditions and views of live traffic...
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Huntingtown High School is being opened as a temporary shelter at 3 p.m. today, Sunday, October 28, for those who need to relocate in the path of Hurricane Sandy. The school is located at 4125 Solomons Island Rd. (Route 2/4), Huntingtown. There is a pet shelter in the field house of Huntingtown High School....
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As Calvert County prepares for Hurricane Sandy, the Calvert County Department of Public Safety encourages residents to review hurricane preparedness procedures in the event that the storm poses a risk for the region. With the Atlantic hurricane season stretching through Nov. 30, residents should consider the following actions to be prepared when these potentially...
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Place sandbags in areas to prevent water from entering your home. Sand and sandbags will be available between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (or until bags and sand are gone) TODAY at the Public Works Yard at 4030 11th Street, North Beach for NORTH BEACH RESIDENTS ONLY. The sand and bags are first come,...
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The St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation & Parks announces it is now recruiting individuals to take part in the Junior Coaches’ Program, which will begin this coming winter sports season. The program is designed to provide additional sports related opportunities for high school students and to set a standard for effective coaching. A...
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Startup Maryland has released the 168 video pitches from Maryland entrepreneurs that were captured during the Pitch Across Maryland bus tour, the three week tour that celebrated entrepreneurship and innovation across the state. Now, startups and those who love them can show their support by “voting” for the best pitch. Forget the ballot box...
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Charles Phillip (Hez) Howard, 92, of Tall Timbers, MD, died October 25, 2012, at Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Callaway, MD. Charlie was born May 26, 1920, in Washington, DC, to the late William George Howard and Agnes Doyle Howard. He, along with his brother Bobby and sister Laura Mae grew up in...
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Lillian Gertrude “Me Me” Garner of Bryans Road, MD died on Friday, October 26, 2012. She was 82 years old. Mrs. Garner was a receptionist for 35 years with Dr. Victor Herry in Clinton, MD. She enjoyed bowling, gambling, going to Las Vegas, and was an avid Redskin fan. Daughter of the late George...
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Free Distribution to Continue Until Supply is Exhausted The Charles County Department of Emergency Services is continuing distribution of free sand and sandbags to county residents who need them to protect property as they prepare for severe weather. Sand distribution will continue on Sunday, Oct. 28 beginning at 9 a.m. in the first parking...
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The National Weather Service has issued the following warnings for St. Mary’s County: A HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY EVENING. 25 TO 35 MPH WINDS SUNDAY WILL INCREASE TO 35 TO 45 MPH WITH GUSTS TO AROUND 60 MPH SUNDAY NIGHT INTO MONDAY. A FLOOD WATCH IS IN...
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More than two dozen parents and other concerned citizens of Calvert County gathered Friday evening in Prince Frederick to discuss a problem they say is growing: bullying in Calvert County Public Schools. In 2010, Calvert County was 2nd in Maryland with reported incidents of bullying. Board of Education Candidate Joe Chenelly, of Lusby, organized...
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What: The Innocence Project When: 6-7:30 p.m., Nov. 8 Where: College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Business and Industry (BI) Building, Chaney Enterprises Conference Room, Room BI-113, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata Details: Sponsored by CSM’s Institutional Equity and Diversity Office, this event will include presentations by Scott Hornoff, former law enforcement official who was...
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The Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s Waste Confidence Directorate will hold two public meetings Nov. 14 at agency headquarters in Rockville, Md., to discuss the scope of the agency’s review of the environmental impacts of extended interim storage of spent nuclear fuel, including impacts associated with never building a permanent spent fuel repository and risks from...
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The Young Farmers Advisory Board is seeking nominations to fill four positions on the Board. Interested parties must have direct experience in agriculture. The Young Farmers Advisory Board promotes agriculture as a positive contributor to Maryland’s economy, environment, and scenic landscape; and makes recommendations to the Secretary of Agriculture related to economic development and...
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According to Patrick Welton, of Cherry Cove Property and Property Manager of St. George’s Island Inn & Suites, with the projected path of Hurricane Sandy predicted to adversely affect the area, it was decided to close the Inn at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 28 for safety reasons. “The latest projections show Hurricane Sandy...
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Today at 10:30 a.m. Commissioner President Candice Quinn Kelly signed an order declaring a local state of emergency in Charles County. The state of emergency order will be in effect for seven days. The current forecasted path of Hurricane Sandy appears more favorable for Charles County. However, local officials made the declaration out of...
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As many are aware, The Huntingtown VFD has always excelled in training our members to their fullest capabilities as Firefighters and EMT’s. When completed with Firefighter I, you are not permitted to ride as a firefighter until you complete the Huntingtown VFD Firefighter Field Training Program. The same applies to members that complete the...
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The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County have signed a Resolution to Declare a Local State of Emergency Due to the potentially adverse effects from Hurricane Sandy. The declaration makes effective the St. Mary’s County Emergency Operations Plan. Yesterday, Governor Martin O’Malley signed an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency for all Maryland counties...
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Huntingtown High School is being opened as a temporary shelter at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28, for those who need to relocate in the path of Hurricane Sandy. The school is located at 4125 Solomons Island Rd. (Route 2/4), Huntingtown. Residents who need to relocate should follow these procedures: • DO NOT dial 911...
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The Calvert County Department of Public Safety urges residents to stay updated throughout the weekend and into next week regarding the local storm impact and available emergency and community services. Radio Stations Citizens should monitor the Emergency Alert System (EAS) for updated information about the storm; local EAS stations include: WKIK-FM 102.9 California WKIK-AM...
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The Charles County Commissioners are seeking county residents to fill vacancies on the following boards, committees, and commissions: • Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Board • Animal Matters Hearing Board • Area Council on Aging • Board of Electrical Examiners • Board of Fire and Rescue • Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board) • Disadvantaged...
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The Town of North Beach is conducting an important survey through November 9, 2012. The survey is for the “greater North Beach area” as it is trying to capture opinions and thoughts of those that live within the town limits, as well as those who live close by or adjacent to the town. The...
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The Maryland Emergency Management Agency reminds residents to make plans now to deal with the possible effects of the storm and follow weather forecasts over the next several days to learn more about the possible path of Hurricane Sandy. Activities to prepare include: • Prepare for possible power outages lasting several hours or even...
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The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) reminds boaters to plan ahead to protect their boats from hurricanes and tropical storms, given the recent activity in the Atlantic Ocean. Planning is the key to minimize injury and loss of life. Boaters should not be on the water when a storm hits, and should make plans...
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The Charles County Department of Emergency Services, Animal Control Division, reminds pet owners to think of pets before and during the severe weather. Pet owners are encouraged to take necessary precautions to protect the safety and wellbeing of pets. If you need to evacuate your home, do not leave pets behind. Bring pets into...
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The National Hurricane Center forecasts Hurricane Sandy to track northwest after passing Cape Hatteras Sunday night and make landfall in the northern Mid-Atlantic States. This could bring significant impacts to the region Sunday through at least Tuesday. Impacts from this storm may include: o Major Flooding – Upwards of 5 to 10 inches of...
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Sandbags Are Available to Help Residents Protect Property As Hurricane Sandy approaches, the Calvert County Department of Public Safety is urging county residents to be prepared for the potential of heavy rains, high winds and coastal flooding. The county is making sand and sand bags available for residents who need them to protect property....
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Due to forecasted severe weather, the Charles County Department of Emergency Services is providing sandbags to county residents who need them to protect property. Sand will be available on Friday, Oct. 26 and Saturday, Oct. 27, from 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.in the first parking lot at Laurel Springs Park (5940 Radio Station Rd,...
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Officials Closely Watch Hurricane Sandy to Determine Potential Local Impacts As Calvert County prepares for Hurricane Sandy, the Calvert County Department of Public Safety encourages residents to review hurricane preparedness procedures in the event that the storm poses a risk for the region. With the Atlantic hurricane season stretching through Nov. 30, residents should...
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With Hurricane Sandy’s approach, it is important to include pets in your disaster preparedness plans. If you must evacuate, take pets with you and have a plan on where to send them. Not all shelters allow pets. If you need to locate a shelter for your pet during an emergency or disaster, listen to...
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As Hurricane Sandy heads up the Atlantic coast, area residents should prepare for the storm and storm-related power outages. Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) is monitoring weather forecasts, and co-op crews are preparing to restore power when outages occur. SMECO personnel and crews are preparing to mobilize when the storm hits the Southern Maryland...
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The American Red Cross will be ready. Baltimore area disaster volunteers are on stand-by, Emergency Response Vehicles have been refueled and shelter locations are being identified if the hurricane/tropical storm aims at the eastern coast of the United States this weekend or early next week. Up and down the East Coast supplies are ready...
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The National Hurricane Center Forecasts Hurricane Sandy to track north the north-northeast to a position well off the North Carolina Coast Sunday night, before shifting to the northwest and moving toward the New Jersey and Delaware Coast Monday into Tuesday. The track of Sandy could significantly impact our area Sunday night through Wednesday. Impacts...
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The National Weather Service predicts that Hurricane Sandy will continue to move north through this weekend. If this hurricane takes a westerly path toward the mid-Atlantic region, it has the potential to bring severe weather to the area, including heavy rain, damaging winds and power outages. The Charles County Department of Emergency Services is...
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In a continuing effort to keep residents informed St. Mary’s County Government is expanding its social media efforts by launching its official twitter feed. The public is encouraged to follow county government on https://twitter.com/@StMarysCountyGo. Official county notifications and news releases will be available on the feed and residents are encouraged to alert county government of...
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Jack-o-Lanterns are ushering in Halloween across Maryland and State Fire Marshal William E. Barnard has put together several fire and life safety tips to help everyone enjoy a safe Halloween. “Planning ahead can help make this Halloween a fire safe one. Taking simple fire and life safety precautions, like making sure fabrics for costumes...
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Governor Martin O’Malley this morning signed an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency for all Maryland counties as the State continues to monitor Hurricane Sandy and its potential impact. The declaration gives the state flexibility to activate the Maryland National Guard and provide assistance to local emergency managers. “As Hurricane Sandy makes its...
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With Hurricane Sandy’s approach, it is important for the agricultural community to include livestock – including horses – in your disaster preparedness plans. Farmers with potential crop losses are urged to notify their crop insurance agency immediately. CROP INSURANCE Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) reminds farmers to stay in close contact with their crop...
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Hurricane Sandy is expected to impact Maryland in the next few days. High winds and heavy rains are predicted along with localized flooding, tree damage and likely loss of power in many areas. Here are a few resources citizens should be aware of as the hurricane approaches: 1) When it comes to making sure...
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As Hurricane Sandy approaches, the Calvert County Department of Public Safety is urging county residents to be prepared for the potential of heavy rains, high winds and coastal flooding. The county is making sand and sand bags available for residents who need them to protect property. Up to 20 sand bags per person may...
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Due to forecasted severe weather, the Charles County Department of Emergency Services is providing sandbags to county residents who need them to protect property. Sand will be available on Friday, Oct. 26 and Saturday, Oct. 27, from 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. in the first parking lot at Laurel Springs Park (5940 Radio Station...
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Andrew Warren “Drew” Woodmansee, 27, of Breezy Point in Chesapeake Beach, MD, formerly of West River, MD, passed away October 20, 2012. Drew was born December 2, 1984 in Silver Spring, MD to James Terence and Lorraine Merle (Axford) Woodmansee. He was raised in West River and attended Shady Side Elementary, Southern Middle School,...
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This year’s “Bluegrass For Hospice-2012” is scheduled for Saturday October 27, 2012 at the Flat Iron Farm in Great Mills, Maryland and will feature two of the top names in Bluegrass music today. Fiddler Michael Cleveland and his award-winning band Flamekeeper along with the up and coming Brother/Sister Duo, The Roy’s, from Nashville, Tennessee....
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In coordination with the Maryland Emergency Management Agency and local emergency officials, Maryland State Police personnel are prepared to respond when and where they will be needed during and after the impending storm. Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Marcus Brown has ordered all troopers within the Field Operations and Special Operations bureaus to be...
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High Winds, Coastal Surge, Rain/Flooding Possible; Travelers Must Use Extra Caution Driving/Walking Updated Traffic Information Always Available by Dialing 511 A massive coastal storm threatens to bring heavy rain, high winds, widespread power outages and a coastal storm surge to the mid-Atlantic region, including Maryland. Hurricane Sandy is a huge slow moving storm with...
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Maryland residents are being urged to prepare now for Hurricane Sandy, which might affect our area as early as Sunday. While forecasts are still uncertain, computer models have been predicting the path of the storm to move closer to Atlantic coast states as the system has developed. If the storm hits our area, it...
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The Charles County Commissioners are hosting the special event, “FallFest, food, music, Three Sixty, The Justin Crenshaw Band, John Luskey, Regency Furniture Stadium, costumes, Family Fun Zone, artists, crafters, farmers, ” on Saturday, Oct. 27. at Regency Furniture Stadium. WHAT: “Celebrate Charles: FallFest” Event WHERE: Regency Furniture Stadium, 11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf, MD WHEN: Saturday,...
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URGENT NOTICE TO COMMUNITY In light of the pending storm which is forecasted for our area Sunday into the first of the week, St. Mary’s County Public Schools is gathering data on the storm and taking precautionary measures regarding school facilities and transportation. Dr. Michael J. Martirano, Superintendent of Schools, asks that parents and...
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With less than 2 weeks until the General Election, It’s Time for our final push to reach voters! Come and join us as we meet our neighbors. We are door-knocking across the district this weekend and all of next week. Thursday, 25 October 2012 Charles County 2pm – 4pm Saturday, 27 October 2012 Northern...
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The North Beach Business Loop and The Town of North Beach present the 3rd Annual Halloween Boo Bash! This Saturday, October 27 from 2 to 6 p.m., children are invited to wear Halloween costumes and meet on the boardwalk for a parade, trick-or-treating and costume judging. Next, visit local businesses for special treats. A...
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Bite by Bite–The Rockfish FEASTival CANCELLED for October 28, 2012 NEW DATE: Sunday, November 4 Due to the weather forecast of a possible storm this weekend, the Rockfish FEASTival has been cancelled for this Sunday. The Festival will take place on the previously announced rain date of Sunday, November 4th. The 3rd annual Monster Rockfish...
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As Hurricane Sandy approaches, there are steps all propane customers should take before and after the hurricane. “When big storms hit, we get a lot of questions from people asking what they should be doing,” said John Combs, President of SMO. “Here are some tips of what to do before and after the storm...
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Maryland State Highway Administration Loans Reflective Vests to Trick-or-Treaters – Vests for Visibility in 18th Year On Wednesday, October 31, as commuters are driving home from work, goblins, fairies and trolls will lurk out on the streets seeking tricks-or-treats. Door to door they’ll prance about filling their bags with treats; moving anxiously with excitement...
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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. NOTE: Recently, officers have responded to a rash of day-time burglaries throughout the county. While...
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Detectives assigned to the Charles County Criminal Investigations Division arrested Darryn Paul Alley, 19, of Waldorf, and a 17-year-old male in connection with the armed robbery of a juvenile that occurred on Aug. 26 near Pinefield Park in Waldorf. The victim reported he met a girl via social networking and agreed to meet her...
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On Tuesday, Oct. 23, the Charles County Board of Commissioners Proclaimed October 2012 as Intellectual Disabilities Month. People with intellectual disabilities cut across the lines of racial, ethnic, educational, social, and economic backgrounds. People with intellectual disabilities are valued members of society. They are our friends, neighbors and co-workers who find fulfillment living everyday...
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NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER, Md. — A command-wide graduation ceremony held on Oct. 16 recognized 295 employees who completed the requirements of a NAVAIR leadership development program. The two programs — the NAVAIR Leadership Development Program (NLDP) and Journey Leadership Development Program (JLDP) — are designed to prepare employees to more effectively...
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Calvert County’s Historic District Commission is working to compile a series of driving tours that will allow listeners and viewers to learn about the history of the county. The first of the series, “Heritage Tour, Part I: The Mackall Road Route,” is already available through the county’s website, www.co.cal.md.us, under Community Planning and Building...
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Gayle R. Kem, 54, of St. Leonard, MD passed away October 20, 2012 in University of Maryland Medical Center. She was born on May 23, 1958 in Waynesboro, VA to the late Andrew and Anne Robertson. Gayle graduated from Concord High School in Wilmington DE in 1976 and from University of Baltimore, Baltimore, MD...
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Charles County Sheriff Rex W. Coffey said a warrant sweep conducted last week by members of the CCSO Judicial Services Section resulted in the arrests of 13 people wanted in connection for domestic-related offenses. A total of 17 warrants were served. October marks National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and every year, during a designated...
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After hosting charity events Friday and Sunday, The Hogettes were back at it on Monday morning for the Pat Hovatter Memorial Golf Tournament for Wounded Warriors. It was a beautiful day for golf with the sun shining and a gentle breeze. Opening ceremonies, hosted by Chip Allen, had Ron Saul’s fiancée, Robin Robertson, sing...
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At the request of the Commissioners of Saint Mary’s County, the Department of Land Use and Growth Management (LUGM), will host an informational meeting to discuss and answer questions about the recently adopted Sustainable Growth and Agricultural Preservation Act of 2012 (also known as the Septics Bill). Under this State Act, all Maryland jurisdictions...
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Maryland State Police in Leonardtown are investigating the following incidents: Malicious Destruction of Property Over $500 – On Wednesday, October 24, 2012, at 7:49am, Tpr. K. Baker responded to the area of Callas Way located in Great Mills, for a report of a man with a gun. Upon arrival, Tpr. Baker made contact with the...
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CalvART Gallery, located in the Prince Frederick Shopping Center, introduces a new hands-on art program for the Southern Maryland area. “Community Art Night” will have its first session on Saturday, November 17 from 5 pm to 8:00 pm. Once a month the Gallery will feature one of their talented artists to work and teach...
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According to the National Highway Safety Administration, “Halloween is the second most dangerous day for pedestrians” and the Maryland State Police is warning citizens Maryland roads are no place to play trick or treat while impaired. Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Marcus L. Brown has ordered each of the 22 barracks to deploy extra...
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“Washingtonians” is the name of the November show at Artworks @ 7th gallery and will feature the art of Nevin Bossart, John Gerachis, and Suzanne Shelden. All three are long-time members of this coop gallery Stop by between November 1 through 18 and see three artists and their three visions of our hometown—Washington, D.C. This is a lively...
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The St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks would like to announce the installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons at the intersection of Morganza Turner Road, in the Laurel Grove area of Mechanicsville, and the Three Notch Trail. The beacons will provide additional warnings to motorists to watch for trail users crossing Morganza...
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Calvert County’s Department of General Services has been actively pursuing utility cost reductions by initiating energy efficient projects in county buildings. The department retrofitted the interior lighting at Calvert Pines Senior Center. During the planning process, staff determined the project was eligible to receive rebates through SMECO’s program called Business Solutions. Buildings and Grounds...
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On Tuesday, Oct. 23, the Charles County Board of Commissioners proclaimed October 2012 as National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Technology plays a vital role in our daily lives and in the future of our county, state and nation. The Internet provides a simple mechanism for our citizens, schools, libraries and businesses to perform a...
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The College of Southern Maryland announces the appointment of Timothy R. Fenner as director of Educational Talent Search (ETS) for Charles County. The ETS program assists students ages 11 through 27 from all backgrounds in Charles County who have the potential to succeed in higher education. Students enrolled in the ETS program receive college...
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Henry Pong-Hon Poon, 65, of Charlotte Hall, MD, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD, on October 20, 2012. He was born in China on December 16, 1946 to the late Tze Mee Pong and the late Chu-Ying Cheng Pong. He owned and operated Good View Chinese Restaurant. Henry loved cooking, not...
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JacJack Rottman, 80, of Solomons, MD passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD on October 17, 2012. Jack was born on March 4, 1932 in Benton, OH to the late Rotis Budge Rottman and Lela Belle (Painter) Rottman. He attended Millersburg High School, Millersburg, OH. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Sociology...
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Edwina Stella (Winnie) Reed, 90, of Great Mills, MD formerly from Atlantic City, NJ passed away surrounded by his loving family in Leonardtown, MD on October 24, 2012. Born on March 22, 1922 in Atlantic City, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Edward Rossiter and Fredewicka Rossiter. Edwina is predeceased by her...
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On Tuesday, Oct. 23, the Charles County Board of Commissioners proclaimed October 2012 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Violence against women and children continues to become more prevalent as a social problem due to the imbalance of power based on gender and age. Domestic violence is not confined to any group or...
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St. Mary’s Vice Narcotics Detectives have made the following arrests: Claudia May Grimm, 22 of Hollywood, Md., and Robert Phillip Thompson Jr., 26 of Hollywood, Md., were both indicted for their roles in distributing “Oxycodone”. Leonard Charles Hall Jr., 38 of Great Mills, was indicted after Vice/Narcotics detectives made several undercover purchases of cocaine...
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The Charles County Board of Commissioners would like to inform citizens that the next public forum will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 30, at 5:30 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room at the Charles County Government Building (200 Baltimore Street, La Plata). Public forums are open to the general public. While offering a public...
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Savings Continue to Add Up for Participants in Calvert County’s Prescription Drug Discount Program Under Calvert County’s free prescription drug discount program, county residents have filled nearly 13,000 prescriptions at discounts averaging more than 28 percent ($17.62 per prescription), for a total savings of more than $213,000. Introduced in July 2009, the program helps consumers...
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The last Presidential debate is behind us. We are now heading into our last two weeks before the General Election. Are you ready to vote? Besides candidates for office, we have 7 ballot questions to make decisions on. I highly recommend you read each question fully before you enter the voting booth. Do the...
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Wednesdays Pet for 10/24/12 is Lady Featured Pet: Lady Rescue Group: St Mary’s Animal Welfare League (SMAWL) Breed: Treeing Walker Coonhound Mix Sex: Female Size: Medium (At Adult Age) Vetted: Received first round of shots and spay will be at the end of November Adoption Fee: $150.00 (This will cover the rest of her...
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On Saturday October 13, 2012 the 2nd Annual Car, Truck, and Bike Show host by Bayside Chevrolet donated over $5000 to End Hunger In Calvert County. That morning just over 150 cars, trucks, and motorcycles rolled into Bayside Chevrolet to help support one mission, end hunger in Calvert County. “When we learned about the reality...
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I am writing in support of the candidacy of Dr. Valerie Beaudin for Chesapeake Beach Town Council. While Chesapeake Beach is a municipality which holds it own elections for Town Council, and I am not a resident of Chesapeake Beach, the election in Chesapeake Beach affects every resident of Calvert County. Why? Because there...
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On October 23, 2012, around 4:00pm, Mallory Alexis Vaughan, 19 of Lexington Park, took a 2008 Chevrolet without the permission of the owner. The owner reported the unauthorized use of her vehicle to police. While investigating the theft, Vaughan returned to the scene in the stolen vehicle. Vaughan was charged with unauthorized use of...
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PHILADELPHIA — The U.S. Navy has agreed to pay a $38,500 penalty to settle alleged hazardous waste violations at the Naval Air Station Patuxent River, located at 22268 Cedar Point Road in Patuxent River, Md. This settlement resolves alleged violations alleged by EPA of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the federal law...
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