St. Mary’s News

VIDEO: Lusby Man Facing Multiple Traffic Charges Following DUI Incident in St. Mary’s County

VIDEO: Lusby Man Facing Multiple Traffic Charges Following DUI Incident in St. Mary’s County

Troy Rinaldo Cannegieter, 28, of Lusby, is facing multiple traffic-related charges after allegedly driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol in St. Mary’s County on February 25, 2025. According to court documents, Cannegieter was cited for driving while under the influence of alcohol, reckless driving, negligent driving, and failure to control vehicle speed...
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Maryland State Police Investigating Two Found Unresponsive in St. Ingoes, Both Transported in Critical Condition

Maryland State Police Investigating Two Found Unresponsive in St. Ingoes, Both Transported in Critical Condition

On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at approximately 6:15 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Grayson Road and Villa Road in St. Inigoes, for the report of two subjects possibly not breathing. According to the initial 911 call, a concerned family member was searching for a male relative when...
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No Injuries After Vehicle Strikes Pole, Road Sign, and Garage in Leonardtown

No Injuries After Vehicle Strikes Pole, Road Sign, and Garage in Leonardtown

On Thursday, February 27, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to 26961 Point Lookout Road in Leonardtown, for the reported residential structure fire after a vehicle struck the building. Multiple 911 callers reported a vehicle into a garage with smoke throughout the building. Firefighters from Leonardtown, Seventh District,...
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Local Robotics Team Advances to VEX IQ World Championship in Texas

Local Robotics Team Advances to VEX IQ World Championship in Texas

A local robotics team is advancing to the VEX IQ World Championship in Dallas, Texas, after an impressive performance at the Maryland State Championship this weekend. The team, 836A The Hive Mind, is from growingSTEMS, a community-based non-profit program located in Hollywood, MD, with the mission statement of developing the next generation of problem...
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Firefighters Quickly Extinguish Shed Fire That Spreads to House in Lexington Park, No Injuries Reported

Firefighters Quickly Extinguish Shed Fire That Spreads to House in Lexington Park, No Injuries Reported

On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at approximately 2:34 p.m., firefighters from Bay District, NAS Patuxent River, Second District and Hollywood responded to the area of Franklin Road in Lexington Park, for the reported shed on fire. Shortly after dispatch, the St. Mary’s County 911 center advised to all responding units they were receiving multiple...
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No Children Injured After School Bus Accident in St. Mary’s County

No Children Injured After School Bus Accident in St. Mary’s County

On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at approximately 3:16 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Medleys Neck Road and Watson Lane in Leonardtown, for the reported motor vehicle collision with unknown injuries involving a school bus. Crews arrived on the scene to find a passenger vehicle and a St....
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Free Vegetable and Plant Seeds Available at CSM Library in La Plata Starting in March

Free Vegetable and Plant Seeds Available at CSM Library in La Plata Starting in March

Starting in March, a visit to the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Dr. Elaine Ryan Library located at the CSM La Plata Campus will get you more than access to books, information, data bases, and helpful librarians – it will also get you access to free seeds for growing vegetables and flowers at home....
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UPDATE: Police Arrest St. Mary’s County Man and Find Cash Drugs and Guns After Early Morning Raid at Great Mills Drug House

UPDATE: Police Arrest St. Mary’s County Man and Find Cash Drugs and Guns After Early Morning Raid at Great Mills Drug House

UPDATE 2/27/2025: Authorities in St. Mary’s County have arrested Daiquan Malik Barnett, 28, of Great Mills, on multiple felony drug and firearm-related charges following a police investigation that led to the execution of search warrants at his residence and associated vehicles. Barnett was taken into custody on February 26, 2025, after detectives from the...
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Lexington Park Couple Charged with Theft After Shoplifting from Ollie’s in St. Mary’s County

Lexington Park Couple Charged with Theft After Shoplifting from Ollie’s in St. Mary’s County

A man and woman were charged with theft after allegedly stealing merchandise from the Ollie’s Bargain Outlet in St. Mary’s Square on Great Mills Road, in Lexington Park. According to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, Miranda Ann Martin, 35, and Deaune Nathan Clybourne, 30, both of Great Mills, were stopped by police on...
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UPDATE: Lexington Park Man Arrested on Felony Drug Distribution Charges

UPDATE: Lexington Park Man Arrested on Felony Drug Distribution Charges

UPDATE 2/25/2025: A Lexington Park man remains in custody after being arrested on multiple drug-related charges, including possession with intent to distribute cocaine. According to court documents, Damon J. Estep, 49, of Lexington Park, was arrested on February 22, 2025, following a traffic stop conducted by Deputy Travis Wimberly of the St. Mary’s County...
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UPDATE: State Fire Marshal Investigating Arson Set at Vacant Newburg Building

UPDATE: State Fire Marshal Investigating Arson Set at Vacant Newburg Building

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, 8:53 p.m., firefighters responded to 12535 Crain Highway in Newburg, Charles County, for the reported building fire. Crews arrived on scene to find a 30′ X 50′ Vacant Commercial Building with an exterior fire. The building owner is identified as Kent Croft, with the estimated loss/damages listed at $500...
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St. Mary’s County Attorney Buffy Giddens Named a 2025 Leader in Law

St. Mary’s County Attorney Buffy Giddens Named a 2025 Leader in Law

St. Mary’s County Government (SMCG) is proud to announce that Buffy Giddens, County Attorney has been named to The Daily Record’s 2025 listing of Leaders in Law, an honor that highlights her outstanding contributions to the legal profession and her commitment to serving St. Mary’s County. Through Leaders in Law, The Daily Record and...
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Firefighters Quickly Extinguished Early Morning Shed Fire in Lusby

Firefighters Quickly Extinguished Early Morning Shed Fire in Lusby

On February 21, 2025, at approximately 9:18 a.m., firefighters from Solomons VFD and surrounding departments from Calvert and St. Mary’s County responded to the 11400 block of Long Bow Court in Lusby, for the reported shed on fire. Crews arrived on the scene within minutes of dispatch to find the 10×20 shed fully engulfed...
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St. Mary’s County Health Hub and Literacy Council Seek Tutors for Adult Education

St. Mary’s County Health Hub and Literacy Council Seek Tutors for Adult Education

The Literacy Council of St. Mary’s and the St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) are seeking tutors for their adult education tutor match program. Literacy Council of St. Mary’s provides one-on-one tutoring and customized learning opportunities for adults. The mission of the Literacy Council is to develop community relationships and workplace readiness by working...
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Multi-Generational Workforce Forum to Address Thriving across Generations in Southern Maryland

Multi-Generational Workforce Forum to Address Thriving across Generations in Southern Maryland

The public is invited to participate in the Southern Maryland Multi-Generational Workforce Forum on Wednesday, Feb. 26, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland SMART Building (Bldg. 3), 44219 Airport Rd, California, MD 20619. This interactive event, part of Leadership Southern Maryland’s annual lecture series, will...
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NAS Patuxent River Trying New Traffic Pattern at Gate 2

NAS Patuxent River Trying New Traffic Pattern at Gate 2

“In an attempt to reduce Gate 2 wait times and increase traffic flow, there is a new traffic pattern when entering Pax River Gate 2. Please anticipate this change when utilizing Gate 2 starting Monday morning. At all gates, drivers are to present the back of their ID cards with the bar code showing...
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Traffic Stop in St. Mary’s County Leads to Drug and Firearm Arrests Two Arrested After Trooper Uncovers Cocaine, Weapons in Mechanicsville

Traffic Stop in St. Mary’s County Leads to Drug and Firearm Arrests   Two Arrested After Trooper Uncovers Cocaine, Weapons in Mechanicsville

A routine traffic stop in St. Mary’s County led to the arrest of two individuals on multiple drug and firearm charges. According to court documents, the arrests took place on February 20, 2025, after Maryland State Police Trooper Eckrich stopped a gold Honda Accord traveling on Loveville Road in Mechanicsville. The vehicle was missing...
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Attorney General Brown Joins Multistate Coalition to Defend the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Attorney General Brown Joins Multistate Coalition to Defend the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general to warn against efforts by the Trump administration and Elon Musk to defund and disband the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The CFPB is an independent agency that oversees big banks, lenders, credit card companies, and mortgage servicers and ensures companies are...
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MedStar Health Free Women’s Wellness Event on Saturday, March 22, 2025

MedStar Health Free Women’s Wellness Event on Saturday, March 22, 2025

Partnering with Delicados, Inc., MedStar Health will host a free Women’s Wellness Event on Saturday, March 22, at the University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland, 44219 Airport Road, California, Maryland. Expert medical providers will offer presentations on GLP-1 medications and their benefits, varicose veins, breast cancer, colorectal cancer and Cologuard, strength training as...
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Chesapeake Life Center New Workshops Focus on Wellness and Creativity for Grievers and Caregivers

Chesapeake Life Center New Workshops Focus on Wellness and Creativity for Grievers and Caregivers

Chesapeake Life Center offers many creative workshops to help adults find a path to healing from loss. From painting to mindfulness, there are options for grievers and caregivers. Here are some of the events planned for this season. Navigating Anticipatory and Ambiguous Grief in Dementia Caregiving – This free workshop is designed to support...
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Piney Point Lighthouse Museum Announces 4-Day Outdoor Spring Break Program for Junior Historians!

Piney Point Lighthouse Museum Announces 4-Day Outdoor Spring Break Program for Junior Historians!

St. Mary’s County Government’s Museum Division is pleased to announce the Junior Historian program for Spring Break. Designed for children aged 7 to 10, the Junior Historian program at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum will run for 3 hours per day from April 14 to 17, offering an exciting blend of outdoor exploration and hands-on...
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Second District Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad Regrets to Announce Passing of Past Chief and Life Member John Bean

Second District Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad Regrets to Announce Passing of Past Chief and Life Member John Bean

The Second District VFD&RS, Inc. regrets to announce the passing of Past Chief and Life Member John (Johnny) R. Bean on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Johnny Bean joined the Department as a Junior Member in March of 1967. He was extremely active and learned quickly, being appointed Lieutenant in 1970. His young age, level...
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Lexington Park Woman Arrested Twice in Five Days Faces Child Abuse, Assault, and Burglary Charges

Lexington Park Woman Arrested Twice in Five Days Faces Child Abuse, Assault, and Burglary Charges

Kim Marie Bohrer, 63, of Lexington Park, is facing multiple criminal charges after being arrested twice within a span of five days. Court records show that Bohrer was first arrested on February 15, 2025, for child abuse and assault, and then again on February 19, 2025, for burglary. On February 14, 2025, at approximately...
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Brandywine Woman Arrested in St. Mary’s County for DUI and Drug Possession

Brandywine Woman Arrested in St. Mary’s County for DUI and Drug Possession

Lorraine Anderson Concepcion, 66, of Brandywine, was arrested on February 16, 2025, in St. Mary’s County after authorities say she was driving under the influence of drugs and in possession of controlled dangerous substances, including cocaine and PCP. According to court documents, Concepcion was stopped by Deputy Kirsch of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s...
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Hospice of the Chesapeake Advanced Cardiac Care Program Seeks to Reduce Hospital Visits

Hospice of the Chesapeake Advanced Cardiac Care Program Seeks to Reduce Hospital Visits

Hospice of the Chesapeake, in collaboration with the American Heart Association (AHA) and the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI) announces the Advanced Cardiac Care Program to address one of the nation’s largest killers of Americans – heart disease. Each year, more Americans die from heart disease than any other condition, including...
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