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Calvert County Hospice Receives $10,000 Donation from Sneade’s Ace Home Centers

Calvert County Hospice Receives $10,000 Donation from Sneade’s Ace Home Centers

For the last three years, the Sneade’s Ace Home Centers in Lusby and Owings have run a “Give a Gift That Counts” promotion the week leading up to Christmas, and each year they have donated $10,000 to Calvert Hospice from that promotion. This year, they also ran the same promotion in their Charlotte Hall...
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Governor Hogan Announces Opening of Mass Vaccination Sites, Expansion of Pharmacy Program

Governor Hogan Announces Opening of Mass Vaccination Sites, Expansion of Pharmacy Program

Governor Larry Hogan today announced new actions to expand the state’s COVID-19 vaccination network, including the opening of at least six mass vaccination sites at central locations, and new pharmacy partners in targeted areas. This growing network will help supplement the vaccinations being administered in hospitals and local health departments. “The truth is that...
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Governor Hogan Announces Additional $20.7 Million in Education Relief Funding

Governor Hogan Announces Additional $20.7 Million in Education Relief Funding

Governor Larry Hogan today announced an additional $20.7 million in COVID-19 relief funding for education as school systems work to get students safely back into classrooms. “In addition to proposing a budget that funds education across the board at record levels, we are working to get federal COVID-19 relief funding out to schools and...
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Governor Hogan, State Superintendent Call on Maryland Schools to Reopen for Hybrid in-Person Learning By Monday, March 1, 2021

Governor Hogan, State Superintendent Call on Maryland Schools to Reopen for Hybrid in-Person Learning By Monday, March 1, 2021

Governor Larry Hogan and State Superintendent of Schools Dr. Karen Salmon called on all Maryland school systems to return to hybrid instruction—a combination of in-person and virtual learning—no later than Monday, March 1. “Every single Maryland student must have at least the opportunity to return to attending school in some form or fashion,” said...
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Comptroller Franchot Announces Tax Season to Begin on February 12, 2021

Comptroller Franchot Announces Tax Season to Begin on February 12, 2021

Comptroller Peter Franchot announced today that processing of personal income tax returns for Tax Year 2020 will begin on February 12, 2021, several weeks later than the traditional mid-to-late January opening date. The delayed start allows the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) additional time to implement changes related to federal COVID-19 relief packages. Corporate income...
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February 2021 Events at the Calvert County Marine Museum

February 2021 Events at the Calvert County Marine Museum

SOLOMONS, MD – January 22, 2021 – Enjoy museum events and activities in a variety of ways during the month of February. Whether you’re joining us for story time in the Harms Gallery or participating in a free public virtual lecture, there’s something for everyone this month at the Calvert Marine Museum. Following the...
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Maryland Historical Trust Releases Economic Impact Study for 13 Maryland Certified Heritage Areas in Maryland

Maryland Historical Trust Releases Economic Impact Study for 13 Maryland Certified Heritage Areas in Maryland

Maryland’s 13 heritage areas, funded through the Maryland Department of Planning (Planning) and overseen by the Maryland Heritage Area Authority (MHAA) generated a total impact on the state’s economy of more than $2.4 billion in FY19, according to an economic contribution analysis released today. The study further concluded that the economic activity of MHAA...
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VIDEO: No Injuries Reported After Garage Fire in California

VIDEO: No Injuries Reported After Garage Fire in California

On Sunday, January 17, 2021, at approximately 8:20 a.m., firefighters from Bay District, NDW Patuxent River, Hollywood, Leonardtown, and Solomons responded to 46101 Rolling Road in California, for the reported garage on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to reported an approximate 20 x 20 two-story detached garage with fire showing. Firefighters utilized three...
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UPDATE: 26-Year-Old Missing Calvert Woman Has Been Located

UPDATE: 26-Year-Old Missing Calvert Woman Has Been Located

UPDATE: Mrs. Printz, the missing female has been located. Thank you for your assistance. 1/18/2021: The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the whereabouts of Amanda Kae Printz, the missing female pictured below. Printz, is 26 years old, approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing 130 lbs. She was last seen on Friday morning...
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Flags Lowered in Honor of Maryland Senate President Emeritus Thomas V. Mike Miller

Flags Lowered in Honor of Maryland Senate President Emeritus Thomas V. Mike Miller

This is to advise that Commissioner President Randy Guy has ordered the St. Mary’s County flag immediately lowered to half-staff in honor of Maryland Senate President Emeritus Thomas V. Mike Miller, who died Friday, Jan. 15, 2021.  Senate President Emeritus Miller represented Legislative District 27. The Governor has also ordered Maryland flags to be at half-staff. The...
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Calvert County to Host Free Residential Paper Shredding Events

Calvert County to Host Free Residential Paper Shredding Events

The Calvert County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Division, will host free paper shredding events for county residents to help prevent identity theft by destroying confidential or sensitive documents. The following shred events will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine: Saturday, Feb. 20 at Huntingtown High School located...
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Calvert County Government Announces Martin Luther King Jr. Day Schedule

Calvert County Government Announces Martin Luther King Jr. Day Schedule

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners announces county offices will be closed on Monday, January 18, 2021, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day. The Appeal Solid Waste Facility, which includes the landfill and transfer station, and all county customer convenience centers will be open with normal operating hours. The Solomons Septage...
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COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility for Marylanders 65 and Over

COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility for Marylanders 65 and Over

Governor Larry Hogan announced expanded eligibility for all Marylanders 65 and over to begin receiving COVID-19 vaccines this month. The state will make 50,000 doses available next week to hospitals, county health departments, and federally qualified health centers to launch clinics focused on elderly populations. “A return to a sense of normalcy has been...
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Calvert County Courthouse Extends Phase II of Re-Opening

Calvert County Courthouse Extends Phase II of Re-Opening

The rapidly evolving health emergency regarding the spread of COVID-19 requires the Maryland court system to continually review and evaluate contingency planning efforts. The Calvert County Courthouse located at 175 Main St. in Prince Frederick will remain under restricted access, with new changes to operations and court proceedings effective immediately through March 14, 2021....
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Calvert County COVID-19 Vaccine Pre-Registration

Calvert County COVID-19 Vaccine Pre-Registration

The pre-registration vaccine portal will open at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021. Frequently Asked Questions Updated 1/15/21 Why is pre-registration being conducted early? The majority of Calvert County residents in the COVID-19 vaccine priority group 1A have been vaccinated by the Calvert County Health Department (including front line hospital staff and healthcare...
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Huntingtown Garage Fire Deemed Accidental Due to Discarded Smoking Materials, Four Occupants and Four Dogs Displaced

Huntingtown Garage Fire Deemed Accidental Due to Discarded Smoking Materials, Four Occupants and Four Dogs Displaced

On Sunday, January 17, 2021, at approximately 3:50 p.m., firefighters from Huntingtown and surrounding departments responded to 15 South View Drive in Huntingtown, for the reported garage on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a one story residence with an attached garage fully engulfed in flames with extensions into the residence. Firefighters...
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VIDEO: House Fire in Lexington Park Under Investigation, Seven Occupants Displaced, No Injuries Reported

VIDEO: House Fire in Lexington Park Under Investigation, Seven Occupants Displaced, No Injuries Reported

On Thursday, January 14, 2021, at approximately 11:45 p.m., firefighters from Bay District, Ridge, NAS Patuxent River, Hollywood, and Seventh District responded to 19446 Virginia Way in Lexington Park, for the reported house on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a two-story wood framed single family residence with fire showing from the...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Whereabouts of Wanted Prince Frederick Man

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Whereabouts of Wanted Prince Frederick Man

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the whereabouts of Trenton Deonn Barnett. Barnett is wanted for Theft, Unlawful Taking of a Motor Vehicle Unlawful, DWI, and Destruction of Property. Barnett was arrested on August 18, 2020, after being served an arrest warrant which was issued on August 3, 2020.  He was released the...
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Calvert County Department of Public Works Announces Speed Limit Reduction in Solomons Beginning January 19, 2021

Calvert County Department of Public Works Announces Speed Limit Reduction in Solomons Beginning January 19, 2021

The Calvert County Department of Public Works advises motorists that speed limits in Solomons south of Lore Road will be reduced beginning January 19, 2021, for pedestrian safety. The speed limit for Solomons Island Road will reduce to 25 mph, with all side streets being reduced to 15 mph. Variable message signs will be...
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Calvert Woman Arrested After Damaging Trump Sign and Attacking Man With Ax

Calvert Woman Arrested After Damaging Trump Sign and Attacking Man With Ax

On Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at 4:30 p.m., deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to north bound Route 4 near the area of “The Flag Barn” for the report of a woman chasing a man with an ax. When police arrived, they observed a male, holding an ax and pushing away an...
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UPDATE: Silver Alert Cancelled, Missing 84-Year-Old Leonardtown Woman Found Safe and Unharmed

UPDATE: Silver Alert Cancelled, Missing 84-Year-Old Leonardtown Woman Found Safe and Unharmed

UPDATE 1/13/2021 at 5:24 p.m: Helen Pauline Lococo has been located and is safe. 1/12/2021: The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office has activated a Silver Alert for missing person Helen Pauline Lococo, age 84, a white female that suffers from Dementia. Helen was last seen On Monday, January 11, 2021, around 3:00 p.m., and...
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New Species of Fossil Found Along Calvert Cliffs

New Species of Fossil Found Along Calvert Cliffs

On April 27, 2019, local fossil enthusiasts Stephen Groff and Marcus Jones found a partial skull of a fossil fish along Calvert Cliffs. Little did they know at the time that it would turn out to be the find of a lifetime. Using a microscope, needles, and fine brushes, Groff carefully removed the entombing...
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Governor Hogan Announces Two Cases of B-117 Strain of SARS-CoV-2 Identified In Maryland

Governor Hogan Announces Two Cases of B-117 Strain of SARS-CoV-2 Identified In Maryland

Governor Larry Hogan today announced that the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) has confirmed two cases of COVID-19 in Maryland residents caused by the new SARS-CoV-2 variant strain commonly known as B-117. The B-117 strain first emerged in the United Kingdom in late 2020. The strain has not been shown to cause more severe illness or increased...
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Weis Markets Issues Recall for Possible Foreign Matter Contamination in Weis Ice Cream Products

Weis Markets Issues Recall for Possible Foreign Matter Contamination in Weis Ice Cream Products

Weis Markets today said it has issued a recall for: 10,869 containers of Weis Quality Cookies and Cream Ice Cream (48 oz.), and 502 bulk containers of Klein’s Vanilla Dairy Ice Cream (3 gallon) because the products may be contaminated with extraneous material, specifically metal filling equipment parts. There has been one report of...
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Human Trafficking Awareness Events in Calvert County

Human Trafficking Awareness Events in Calvert County

During the month of January, National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the Calvert County Commission for Women and Unstoppable You Ministries are partnering with Calvert County Parks and Recreation, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, and the Calvert County State’s Attorney’s Office to host creative events to raise public awareness about human trafficking. Human trafficking exists...
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