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 approximately 5:35 p.m., police responded to the 22000 block of St. Clements Circle in Great Mills, for the possible stolen vehicle. A citizen called police to reported a silver Toyota Sienna minivan has been parked partially in the middle of the street since early that same morning and...
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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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UPDATE 9/6/2024: The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office PIO has released information about the false report of a shooting at Lancaster Park, 15 hours after the incident occurred. At approximately 6:34 p.m. on Thursday, September 5, 2024, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office received multiple calls reporting an active shooter at Lancaster Park in...
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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: Bonnie is in custody, police have also recovered the suspects vehicle in Hollywood, located in St. Mary’s County. 9/5/2024: The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, Charles County Sheriff’s Office, and Calvert County Sheriff’s Office are actively investigating recent social media threats made against children and police officers. On Thursday, September 5, 2024,...
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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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Justin Tyler Chapman, 20, of Lexington Park, was arrested on September 5, 2024, after allegedly possessing ammunition illegally and violating a protective order. The arrest followed an investigation by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, prompted by a tip from a concerned individual. According to court documents, Deputy Devin Absher responded to Chapman’s residence...
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Two Lexington Park women, Keana Helen Wellons, 29, and Amber Christine Cunningham, 41, are facing charges in connection with the vandalism of a vehicle in Leonardtown. Both are charged with malicious destruction of property valued at less than $1,000, a misdemeanor. The incident occurred on July 26, 2024, when a red Honda Accord, belonging...
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Naval Air Systems Command, Patuxent River, MD: The Navy’s Strike Planning and Execution program (PMA-281) and Aerial Targets program (PMA-208) recently partnered with Shield AI to integrate autonomy and artificial intelligence software into the BQM-177A sub-sonic aerial target, marking a significant milestone in furthering autonomous systems for real-world applications in naval aviation. The Navy...
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On Wednesday, September 4. 2024, at approximately 1:35 p.m., firefighters from Mechanicsville, Leonardtown, Hollywood, and Hughesville responded to the 26000 block of Prospect Hill Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported structure fire. 911 callers reported and outside fire got out of control and is now involving a shed and trees, while spreading towards the...
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Southern Maryland, comprising Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary’s counties, stands on the brink of significant transformation with the proposed Chesapeake Bay Passenger Ferry System. Announced at the Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) Conference on August 15, 2024, the findings of a feasibility study conducted by the Chesapeake Bay Passenger Ferry Consortium outline a visionary...
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NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, Patuxent River, MD: The U.S. Navy awarded a $24 million contract to BAE Systems for the continued redesign of the AN/UPX-50(C) digital interrogator assemblies. The cost-plus-fixed-fee contract is a modification to a previously issued basic ordering agreement to address parts obsolescence and implement solutions to achieve compliance with the latest...
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By Alvin Plexico, Navy Office of Community Outreach: Lieutenant Ruthie Hornbuckle, a native of Leonardtown, Maryland, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Fleet Logistics Multi-Mission Squadron (VRM-50). Hornbuckle graduated from Leonardtown High School in 2015. Hornbuckle graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 2019 with a degree in operations research. Hornbuckle joined the Navy...
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On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at approximately 5:40 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 47000 block of Silver Slate Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 16-year-old male laying in a driveway after crashing a dirt...
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Mark your calendars for a fantastic family event! The Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department is thrilled to host our annual Fall Carnival from September 13th to 15th, 2024. This exciting event is perfect for families and children, featuring a variety of rides, games, delicious food, and great prizes! Event Details: Dates & Times: – Friday,...
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On Monday, September 2, 2024, at approximately 7:18 p.m., firefighters from Seventh District, Leonardtown, Hollywood, Hughesville, and Mechanicsville responded to the 24000 block of Long Road in Clements, for the reported residential structure fire. Dispatchers advised the first 911 call was the home owner/resident reporting smoke coming from the residence with all occupants being...
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As we move through 2024, Southern Maryland is facing a troubling increase in deadly accidents on our roads. This past Labor Day weekend, instead of being a time for family and fun, sadly added to the growing number of fatalities. Multiple people died in crashes over the holiday, showing how important it is to...
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SMECO recently helped fight hunger in the region by supporting the Southern Maryland Food Bank. Through donations of food and cash by its employees, the cooperative was able to stock the charity’s shelves with more than 3,100 pounds of food. The donations will enable the food bank to feed more than 140 families. The...
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September marks National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the complexities of suicide and promoting resources for prevention. Suicide is a significant public health issue, affecting individuals and communities across the country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), suicide is the 11th leading cause of...
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The much anticipated 77th Annual St. Mary’s County Fair is just around the corner, taking place from September 19th to 22nd, 2024, at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown, Maryland. This event, steeped in tradition and community spirit, is a celebration of our rural heritage and the vibrant culture of Southern Maryland. Whether...
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On Sunday, September 1, 2024, at approximately 2:43 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 29000 block of Oak Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported long fall. Dispatchers advised all responding units the 911 caller reported a 9-year-old male was helping his father cut down a tree when a “branch came...
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UPDATE 9/4/2024: The driver and sole occupant of the 2021 Nissan Armada involved in Sunday evening’s fatal car crash has been identified as 64-year-old Melvin Leon Elem of Baltimore. UPDATE 9/2/2024: At approximately 7:01 p.m. on Sunday, September 1, 2024, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a reported single-car...
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Holiday: Labor Day Weekend (College closed). All campuses of the College of Southern Maryland will be closed for the Labor Day weekend from Aug. 31 – Sept. 2. The college will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Welcome back Hawks! Fall sessions for students start Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024, for seven-week and 15-week classes at all College...
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