So you’ve heard about our beautiful state parks and now you’re ready to camp. That’s great and we can’t wait to see you. If you’re new to camping or maybe just new to camping in Maryland, we’ve created a frequently asked questions page just for you. We want to eliminate the guesswork and make...
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On Thursday, May 9, 2019, the Calvert County Control Center dispatched deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office to the PNC Bank on Jennifer Lane in Owings for a bank robbery in progress. Deputies arrived on scene and made contact with three female employees who told police that at approximately 10:05 am.., a white...
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As temperatures continue to rise, so will the number of mosquitoes throughout the state. The Maryland Department of Agriculture’s mosquito control program urges residents to take measures on their own property to help reduce mosquito populations. Aside from being a nuisance, mosquitoes can carry harmful diseases like West Nile virus. “The best way to...
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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office welcomes Correctional Officer Michael F. Schmidt to its ranks after he graduated on Friday evening from the Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy’s Corrections Entrance Level Training Program, Session 61. Schmidt was among a class of seven correctional officers, joining the sheriff’s offices in Southern Maryland. Congratulations.
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School has always been a place where Kathy Perriello feels comfortable. “I had wonderful experiences at school, wonderful teachers and administrators,” she said. “School was always a good place for me. Perriello was recently named the 2019 Charles County Principal of the Year and a finalist in the Washington Post’s Principal of the Year...
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The Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA) is a grassroots organization that is dedicated to fighting alcohol, tobacco and other substance abuse in Calvert County. In an effort to help local community groups provide prevention activities in the community, we are making a number of mini-grants available for prevention efforts. The 2019-2020 CAASA Mini-grant...
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UPDATE 5/19/2019 @ 11:30 a.m.: Detectives from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office spent countless hours over the past two weeks exploring all leads to apprehend the suspect in the PNC Bank Robbery that took place on May 9, 2019 in Owings, MD. Detectives were able to determine a suspect using all available technology in...
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The Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) is opening its doors on Friday evening, May 24, for Special Needs Night. The museum will be open exclusively for all individuals with special needs and their families or caregivers from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. See why the museum is a fun and welcoming place for families to visit any...
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As the Memorial Day holiday approaches, Maryland State Police will join forces with law enforcement agencies locally, along with those in Delaware, Kentucky, North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia and Washington, D.C. to remind drivers and passengers of the importance of seat belt use, while also highlighting their “Move Over” laws. New to the region’s Click...
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May 13-18, 2019 marks the Nation’s 67th annual National Transportation Week celebration and provides an opportunity to join in raising awareness about public transportation and its benefits by encouraging people to ride public transportation; an issue that unites all of the transportation community. National Transportation Week (NTW) provides for greater awareness and appreciation of...
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On Armed Forces Day, May 18, 2019, St. Clement’s Island Museum in Colton’s Point, and Piney Point Lighthouse Museum in Piney Point, will offer active duty and retired members of the military free regular admission to each of the museums during normal operating hours, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Others in party must pay...
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Maryland’s regular striped bass season gets underway on May 16, and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources reminds anglers that conservation regulations put in place last year are in effect through the end of 2019. When fishing in the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries, anglers must use non-offset circle hooks when live-lining or chumming, and must use circle hooks...
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Today, Thursday, May 16, 2019, has officially been designated as “Move Over Day”. Troopers from all over the State of Maryland will be aggressively enforcing Move Over Law violations. As of today, 13 Law Enforcement Officers have been killed across the nation this year due to traffic-related incidents, as well as an unknown number...
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Wild turtles are currently heading to their breeding and nesting sites. During this time of year, wild turtles can often be seen crossing roads and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources urges drivers to be cautious and give turtles a “brake.” Common turtles found on the road include eastern box turtles, snapping turtles, painted turtles and...
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Bob Hall, LLC and Anheuser Busch, working together with the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse and The Chesapeake Region Safety Council are sponsoring a Designated Driver program to be held during the grand re-opening of the Tiki Bar. The program will run Friday, May 17 and...
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The Charles County Sheriff’s Office Recruiting Facebook Page is spotlighting PFC Ron Walls, Jr. this week. PFC Walls joined the Charles County Sheriff’s Office in March 2011 after transferring from another department where he completed 2 years of service. Prior to his career in Law Enforcement, PFC Walls was a History Education Major at...
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University of Maryland (UM) Charles Regional Medical Center received the Workplace Excellence Seal of Approval, Health & Wellness Seal of Approval and Eco Leadership awards from the Alliance for Workplace Excellence. This year marks the 15th successive year UM Charles Regional Medical Center has earned the Workplace Excellence Seal of Approval award, the 13th...
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Enjoy specialty cruises all summer long aboard the historic Wm. B. Tennison departing from the Calvert Marine Museum. Built in 1899, the Tennison is the only Coast Guard licensed log-hulled, passenger-carrying vessel in the United States. The vessel served as an oyster buyboat until 1978 and has been designated a National Historic Landmark. All cruises are open...
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SMNEWSNET.COM would like to congratulate Trooper First Class Jason Mulhearn for receiving the award nomination for the Maryland State Police, Leonardtown Barrack Officer of the Year at the 19th Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day ceremony. The ceremony was sponsored by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County, Department of Aging & Human Services and Triad/SALT...
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On May 14, 2019, Historic St. Mary’s City registration opened for the July 6 Adults Only tour of the Plantation. There are two scheduled times: 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. The tour is an hour in length and will give visitors a glimpse into the sordid side of Maryland’s past, based on real-life events...
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Governor Larry Hogan signed a number of critical health care and crime prevention measures, including legislation that will add more Marylanders to the health insurance rolls, and raise the minimum age tobacco can be sold to 21 amid an epidemic of teen vaping. The governor also signed Laura and Reid’s Law, which introduces tougher...
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K9 Brock was remembered and honored at the Second Annual Police K9 Memorial Service, held in Washington D.C. on Saturday, May 11, 2019. K9 Brock, a four-year-old German Shepherd, died on Jan. 18, 2018 after suffering from injuries during a training accident. His handler, Cpl. William Rishel, and members of the St. Mary’s County...
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The men and women of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office were recognized for professional excellence during 2018 on May 7, 2019 at its annual Awards Banquet, held at the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall in Lexington Park. Gold Medal of Valor: DFC Jason Bush In fighting cancer, DFC Bush distinguished himself...
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On Tuesday, May 7, Commissioners received a briefing from County Government staff regarding federal requirements that govern the process for housing choice vouchers. Staff responded to questions from the Board of Commissioners about the differences between housing choice vouchers and project-based vouchers, and the potential implications of a policy proposal to convert a portion of housing choice...
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The American Red Cross Greater Chesapeake Region announces Misty L. Bruce as Executive Director of the Red Cross’ Southern Maryland Chapter. The highly visible role leads and directs volunteers and employees in the Southern Maryland Chapter to ensure the American Red Cross’ goals and mission are achieved. The population served by the chapter ranges...
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