Calvert News

Leadership Southern Maryland Executive Directior Denise Foster to Step Down

Leadership Southern Maryland Executive Directior Denise Foster to Step Down

A message from LSM Executive Director Denise Foster: “When I joined the Leadership Southern Maryland team four years ago, I was excited for the opportunity to lead an organization with such an outstanding reputation for creating positive change in our communities. During my time here, I’ve been privileged to interact with five Executive Program...
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Calvert Hospice Hosting 5K Fun Run/Walk at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum on Saturday, March 26, 2022

Calvert Hospice Hosting 5K Fun Run/Walk at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum on Saturday, March 26, 2022

Calvert Hospice is pleased to partner with Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum this year for the JPPM & Calvert Hospice 5K Fun Run/Walk. The 5K will be held on Saturday, March 26 on the grounds of Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum located at 10515 Mackall Road in St Leonard, starting at 7:00 a.m. Tickets...
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Governor Hogan Signs Emergency Legislation to Immediately Suspend State’s Gas Tax for 30 Days, Maryland Becomes First State to Suspend Gas Tax

Governor Hogan Signs Emergency Legislation to Immediately Suspend State’s Gas Tax for 30 Days, Maryland Becomes First State to Suspend Gas Tax

Governor Larry Hogan signed emergency bipartisan legislation (SB1010/HB1486) to immediately suspend the state of Maryland’s gas tax for 30 days. With this action, which both the House and Senate passed with unanimous support, Maryland became the first state in the nation to enact an immediate suspension of the gas tax. “This bipartisan action will...
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No Injuries Reported After House Fire in Hollywood, State Fire Marshal Investigating

No Injuries Reported After House Fire in Hollywood, State Fire Marshal Investigating

On Friday, March 18, 2022, at approximately 8:25 p.m., firefighters from Hollywood, Leonardtown, Bay District, Valley Lee, NAS Patuxent River, and Calvert County responded to 45389 Tippett Road in Hollywood, for the reported house on fire. St. Mary’s County Emergency Communications Center received multiple 911 calls reported the house was on fire. Firefighters arrived...
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Serial Fraudster Pleads Guilty in U.S. District Court in Maryland to Two New Fraud Schemes and to Violating His Supervised Release for a Previous Federal Fraud Conviction

Serial Fraudster Pleads Guilty in U.S. District Court in Maryland to Two New Fraud Schemes and to Violating His Supervised Release for a Previous Federal Fraud Conviction

Jason Evans, age 47, formerly of Anne Arundel County, Maryland, pleaded guilty to two counts of bank fraud, in connection with two separate fraud schemes, to aggravated identity theft, and to violating his supervised release on a previous federal bank fraud conviction. The guilty pleas were announced by United States Attorney for the District...
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Huntingtown Volunteer Fire & Rescue Squad Announces 321 Bingo is Back with Big Prizes!

Huntingtown Volunteer Fire & Rescue Squad Announces 321 Bingo is Back with Big Prizes!

321 BINGO is BACK! Over $8000 in Pay Outs!!! Click here to purchase your reservation, details below! On Saturday, March 19, 2022, doors open at 4:oo p.m., reservation required – Limited to 100 Players – $150.00 Entry fee includes: Catered Dinner by Dream Weavers Catering & Events Two Large Bingo Packets – 24 Games! Packet...
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Court of Appeals of Maryland Issues Order Moving Primary Election to July 19

Court of Appeals of Maryland Issues Order Moving Primary Election to July 19

The Court of Appeals of Maryland issued an Order, In the Matter of 2022 Legislative Districting of the State, moving the 2022 Primary Election from June 28 to July 19. The Order also amends certain deadlines for the Primary Election Calendar. The following deadlines have been amended: The deadline for filing certificates of candidacy,...
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Maryland State Police To Increase Patrols For St. Patrick’s Day

Maryland State Police To Increase Patrols For St. Patrick’s Day

With St. Patrick’s Day coming up on Thursday, Maryland State Police are urging those who plan to celebrate with alcohol to be safe and smart and avoid impaired, distracted and aggressive driving. With an increase in impaired drivers expected throughout the state this week, state police will be conducting saturation patrols at each of...
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UPDATE: Gov. Thomas Johnson Bridge Reopened After Man Jumps Following Attempted Traffic Stop

UPDATE: Gov. Thomas Johnson Bridge Reopened After Man Jumps Following Attempted Traffic Stop

UPDATE @ 5:15 a.m., Governor Thomas Johnson Bridge is now open. The vehicle has been removed from the bridge at 5:15 a.m., all emergency medical personnel and MSP Helicopter Trooper 7 have been placed into service. Firefighters, U.S. Coast Guard and Police continue their search using boats and shoreline checks. Boat 5 from St....
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CalvertHealth Encourages Community Support while Celebrating National Doctors’ Day on Wednesday, March 30, 2022

CalvertHealth Encourages Community Support while Celebrating National Doctors’ Day on Wednesday, March 30, 2022

CalvertHealth is proud to participate in National Doctors’ Day, celebrated annually on Wednesday, March 30, 2022. CalvertHealth’s Doctors’ Day celebration publicly honors and acknowledges the dedication, talent and commitment to excellence of our affiliated physicians. The day offers the opportunity to celebrate doctors and medical professionals for the care they provide and the impact...
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Caution Advised in Solomons Due to Construction Work Through March and April 2022

Caution Advised in Solomons Due to Construction Work Through March and April 2022

The Department of Public Works advises that there will be heavy construction traffic in Solomons for the next several weeks. Residents, businesses and visitors are asked to be patient, remain alert and allow for longer commute times as crews work to maintain public infrastructure. Work includes paving of multiple streets, including Alexander Lane, C...
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Board of County Commissioners to Hold Public Hearings Tuesday, March 15 and 22, 2022

Board of County Commissioners to Hold Public Hearings Tuesday, March 15 and 22, 2022

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to receive and consider public input. The Tuesday, March 15 public hearing is to discuss a special tax district petition filed by the Drum Point Property Owner’s Association. The hearing will be held at 7 p.m. at the Southern Community Center located at 20 Appeal...
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Calvert Marine Museum Announces 2022 Waterside Music Series

Calvert Marine Museum Announces 2022 Waterside Music Series

The sounds of summer in Solomons will return this year with the 2022 Waterside Music Series at Calvert Marine Museum (CMM). CMM is excited to finally welcome back musicians to perform live at the PNC Waterside Pavilion this summer! To kick off concert season, GRAMMY nominated Nashville band Old Dominion will perform at the...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Accidental Shooting in Lusby, Victim Flown to Trauma Center with Non-Life-Threatening Injuries

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Accidental Shooting in Lusby, Victim Flown to Trauma Center with Non-Life-Threatening Injuries

On Friday, March 11, 2022, at approximately 7:07 p.m., police, fire and emergency medical personnel responded to the 2700 block of Spout Lane in Lusby, for the reported accidental shooting. Police arrived on the scene to find a 59-year-old male conscious and alert. Deputies advised the gunshot wound was a “through and through”. Officer...
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Governor Hogan Statement on Budget Surplus and Suspension of the Gas Tax

Governor Hogan Statement on Budget Surplus and Suspension of the Gas Tax

Governor Larry Hogan issued the following statement after the Board of Revenue Estimates reported an increase in the state’s record budget surplus: “Today’s incredible revenue estimates increase our already record surplus and reinforce the fact that Maryland continues to have one of the strongest recoveries in America. “This report further proves that we have...
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Calvert County to Hold Public Hearing on FY 2023 Staff Recommended Budget

Calvert County to Hold Public Hearing on FY 2023 Staff Recommended Budget

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will hold a public hearing Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 7 p.m. to consider and receive comments regarding the fiscal year (FY) 2023 staff recommended operating and capital improvement budget. The public hearing will be held at the Harriet E. Brown Community Center located at 901...
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Noise Advisory – FCLP Training Flights Scheduled March 16 to March 31, 2022

Noise Advisory – FCLP Training Flights Scheduled March 16 to March 31, 2022

Communities surrounding the naval air station are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place Wednesday, March 16 – Thursday, March 31, 2022 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Pilots at NAS PAX will be conducting Field Carrier Landing Practices (FCLPs). FCLPs are simulated carrier landings conducted to prepare the pilot to...
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CSM Earns Military Friendly School Designation for 2022-23; Ranks Top 10 Nationally for Small Community Colleges

CSM Earns Military Friendly School Designation for 2022-23; Ranks Top 10 Nationally for Small Community Colleges

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has been recognized as a top post-secondary school for veterans and their spouses for the seventh consecutive evaluation period. CSM also ranked in the top 10 for small community colleges in the nation in the latest listing determined by VIQTORY, a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business. Institutions earning the...
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Police in Calvert County Investigating Motor Vehicle Crash That Killed Prince Frederick Man

Police in Calvert County Investigating Motor Vehicle Crash That Killed Prince Frederick Man

On March 9, 2022 at approximately 5:04 p.m., units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division as well as the Crash Reconstruction Unit and Maryland State Police responded to the area of Main Street and Calvert Town Way in Prince Frederick, for report of a serious motor vehicle crash. Preliminary investigation revealed a...
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School Resource Officer Recognized for Quick Lifesaving Action at Patuxent High School

School Resource Officer Recognized for Quick Lifesaving Action at Patuxent High School

It was business as usual on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, during 6th period at Patuxent High School (PHS) in Lusby. Shortly before noon, a few PHS staff members had gathered in the Guidance Office conference room to eat lunch. All of a sudden, School Resource Officer (SRO) Deputy First Class C. Childress, of the...
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Maryland Secretary of State, Attorney General Warn Donors to Beware of Charity Scams in Light of Crisis in Ukraine

Maryland Secretary of State, Attorney General Warn Donors to Beware of Charity Scams in Light of Crisis in Ukraine

The Maryland Secretary of State and Attorney General are warning that while appeals for charitable donations may surge as the crisis in Ukraine escalates, it is important to do research before giving. There are a number of ways to donate to Ukraine-related causes, while ensuring donations are given to a reputable organization. “Scam artists...
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Calvert County Circuit Courthouse Resumes Normal Operations Under Phase V Effective March 7, 2022

Calvert County Circuit Courthouse Resumes Normal Operations Under Phase V Effective March 7, 2022

Due to the decline of COVID-19 infection rates in Maryland, and consistent with the guidance issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) and local health agencies, the Maryland Judiciary has resumed normal operations under Phase V, including jury trials, effective Monday, March 7. On March...
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Police Investigating Crash That Injured Motorcyclist in Lusby

Police Investigating Crash That Injured Motorcyclist in Lusby

On March 6, 2022, at approximately 9 p.m., members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Unit and Crash Reconstruction Team as well as Maryland State Police (MSP) responded to the area of H.G. Trueman Road and Garden Way in Lusby, MD for an accident involving a motorcycle. Preliminary investigation revealed the operator of...
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No Injuries Reported After 2-Alarm House Fire in Huntingtown, State Fire Marshal Investigating

No Injuries Reported After 2-Alarm House Fire in Huntingtown, State Fire Marshal Investigating

On Sunday, March 6, 2022, at approximately 4:17 a.m., firefighters from Calvert County responded to 1324 Duchess Lane in Huntingtown, for the reported house on fire. While crews were responding to the scene, dispatchers received multiple 911 calls reporting fire was coming through the roof. Crews arrived on the scene at 4:24 a.m., and...
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NAS Patuxent River Updates COVID Mask Policy Effective March 2, 2022

NAS Patuxent River Updates COVID Mask Policy Effective March 2, 2022

NAS Patuxent River announced March 2 that indoor mask-wearing is not required for DoD personnel in all but two DoD spaces at NAS Patuxent River, regardless of vaccination status. The two exceptions to this policy are the Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River and NAS Patuxent River Child and Youth Programs spaces, where masks are...
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