On Friday, September 13, 2024, at approximately 11:23 p.m., police and firefighters responded to the area of Lexington Drive and Lombard Drive in Waldorf, for the reported vehicle on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 2013 Hyundai Elantra fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters extinguished the fire in under 10 minutes. Police,...
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On Saturday, September 14, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to 22354 Bayside Road in Leonardtown, for the reported collision with injuries and entrapment. 911 callers reported a tractor had overturned in front of the given address, with the female operator being ejected and trapped underneath. Maryland State...
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The St. Mary’s County Board of Appeals convened to review and deliberate on conditional use and variance requests submitted by Royal Farms for signage at two new store locations in Charlotte Hall and Lexington Park. Both applications sought approval to exceed the county’s 20-foot height limit for freestanding signs—requesting a 30-foot sign in Charlotte...
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On Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 9:30 p.m., firefighters from Anne Arundel County and Calvert County were dispatched to 1172 Oak Avenue in Shady Side, Anne Arundel County, for the reported house on fire. Firefighters arrived on the scene to report fire showing from the first and second floor and advised this incident would...
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On Thursday, September 12 will 2024, at approximately 2:20 p.m., firefighters from Bay District, Hollywood, Leonardtown, and Seventh District responded to the 44000 block of Louisdale Road in California, for the reported deck on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single story residence with smoke showing. Firefighters made entry into the...
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The Maryland Departments of Natural Resources, Transportation, and Agriculture, along with the Chesapeake Bay Trust, are partnering to accept applications for this year’s Keep Maryland Beautiful Grants program. About $327,000 is available for this year’s grant round. These grants are offered annually to volunteer groups, nonprofit organizations, communities, and land trusts in Maryland to support...
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Today, the Justice Department announced the awards of over $690 million in grant funding administered by the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). This funding will support services and justice responses for victims and survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking across all U.S. states and territories and in many Tribal...
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The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) appointed members to a newly established Student Safety and Well-being Advisory Committee. The following individuals will serve on the committee: Dana Jones – Chair Guy Stephens and Leslie Irvin – District 1 Representatives Brandon Temple and Debora Harris – District 2 Representatives Marcus Newsome and Sinetra Bowdry – District 3 Representatives Jason Oates – Calvert...
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is hosting “Women on the Water,” a free introductory workshop on boating and fishing for women and girls aged 12 and older, at Seneca Creek State Park on Sept. 26th, 2024, from 4 to 7 p.m. New or returning boaters and anglers can receive information about boating education...
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On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at approximately 6:46 p.m., firefighters were dispatched to the 29000 block of Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported outside tank fire threatening a structure. Multiple 911 callers reported a large oil tank on fire and threatening a structure. Firefighters from Mechanicsville, Hughesville, St. Mary’s County Emergency Services...
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UPDATE 9/11/2024: Following an investigation into allegations of tampering with Emergency Medical Services narcotic boxes and vials of fentanyl, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, along with detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division (CID) finally arrested Thomas Patrick Raley, 39, of Leonardtown, on a warrant, on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. In July,...
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During the September 10, 2024, Commissioners of St. Mary’s County meeting, they discussed the proposed childcare facility next to Leonard Hall was complex, and addressed both logistical and financial concerns. The facility, initially estimated to cost $1.8 million, has now escalated to a projected cost of $2.33 million. The building, designed as a modular...
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The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County convened on September 10, 2024, for a session covering a wide range of topics, from annual recognitions to budget approvals. President Randy Guy, alongside Commissioners Eric Colvin, Mike Hewitt, Mike Alderson Jr., and Scott Ostrom, presided over the meeting. Opening and Remembrance The meeting began with introductions of...
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The Riverside Townhouse Development is a significant new residential project under consideration in Saint Mary’s County. Presented to the Planning Commission during their meeting on September 9, 2024, the project, designated as Concept Site Plan CSP 240018, proposes the construction of 42 townhouses on a 6.02-acre parcel of land located at 23200 and 23206...
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UPDATE 9/10/2024: The Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal is investigating a fire that occurred at 47758 Sunset Manor Lane at approximately 5:30 a.m. on September 9, 2024. The single-family residence, owned by Eun and Chung Lee, was completely destroyed. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The fire, which caused an estimated $500,000 in...
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By Ensign Joash Ward, Navy Office of Community Outreach: Petty Officer 1st Class Ruben Melton, a native of Waldorf, Maryland, serves aboard the aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan. Equipped with a full flight deck and more than 60 aircraft including attack fighter jets and helicopters, aircraft carriers are one of the largest warships in...
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On Sunday, September 8, 2024, at approximately 8:30 a.m., firefighters from NAS Patuxent River, Bay District, and Hollywood responded to the 22000 block of Valley Estates Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported kitchen fire with possible injuries. 911 callers reported a grease fire in the kitchen, dispatchers advised the callers were heard coughing...
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As St. Mary’s County continues to expand and develop, traffic safety remains a critical issue for local residents, law enforcement, and policymakers. Understanding the patterns and causes of vehicle crashes is essential to improve road safety and reduce accidents. Recent data from the Maryland Department of Transportation provides a detailed look at crash trends...
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UPDATE 9/7/2024 : All children have been accounted for as of 4:46 p.m. No injuries reported. Units returning to service. 9/7/2024 @ 3:48 p.m.: On Saturday, September 7, 2024, at approximately 3:40 p.m., firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 41000 block of Doctors Crossing Way in Leonardtown, for the reported entrapment without...
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On Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 9:26 p.m., firefighters and emergency medical services responded to Chaney Enterprises in Airport View Drive in Hollywood, Maryland, for the reported technical rescue. A 911 caller reported that an employee, last seen on top of the site’s silo, had been missing for over an hour. The caller stated...
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At the September 4th meeting of the Animal Control Advisory Board (ACAB), important updates were discussed, covering shelter operations, staff additions, adoption initiatives, and community events. Below is a more detailed breakdown of the information shared: Shelter Operations and Animal Adoptions Tina, the acting shelter director, provided a comprehensive overview of the St. Mary’s...
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UPDATE 9/5/2024: On September 4 at 3:35 p.m., officers responded to the area of Middletown Road near Lyles Place in Waldorf for the report of a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. Upon arrival, officers determined a pedestrian, who was crossing the street and not in a crosswalk, was struck by a dump truck. The...
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In a major win for Southern Maryland’s fire departments, U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin, along with Congressman Steny Hoyer, have announced that seven fire departments in Charles and St. Mary’s Counties will receive $707,877.04 in federal funding. This vital funding will enhance emergency response capabilities by upgrading equipment and improving safety...
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As St. Mary’s County continues to expand and develop, traffic safety remains a critical issue for local residents, law enforcement, and policymakers. Understanding the patterns and causes of vehicle crashes is essential to improve road safety and reduce accidents. Recent data from the Maryland Department of Transportation provides a detailed look at crash trends...
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Get ready for a day of fun, excitement, and community spirit! Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 15th, 2024, from 10 AM to 1 PM and head to the newly opened Ward Farm and Nature Park for an unforgettable event that brings our local heroes into the spotlight. This event is a fantastic opportunity...
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