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Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad Mourns the Passing of President Jeff Garner

Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad Mourns the Passing of President Jeff Garner

It is with profound sadness that the Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad announces the passing of our esteemed President, Jeff Garner, on September 23, 2024. Jeff was a dedicated public servant who spent a lifetime serving the Charles County community with passion and selflessness. Jeff’s commitment to public safety spanned several decades, beginning with...
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Charles County Sheriff’s Office to Host Purple Light Nights Event in Observance of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Charles County Sheriff’s Office to Host Purple Light Nights Event in Observance of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

In a display of unity and solidarity, Charles County Sheriff Troy D. Berry, along with members of the CCSO’s Domestic Violence Unit, is joining Sheriff John Carr of the Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff Everett Sesker of the Anne Arundel County Sheriff’s Office to host three multijurisdictional events, “Purple Light Nights,” at...
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Traffic Plan: Free Shuttle Service for the 2024 Calvert County Fair

Traffic Plan: Free Shuttle Service for the 2024 Calvert County Fair

To ensure safety and smooth traffic flow, a special traffic pattern will be in effect from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of Fair Week. During these hours, no left turns will be allowed from Rt. 231 into the fairgrounds. Instead, please use Rt. 506 (Sixes Road) to Rt. 508...
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SMECO Awards $10,000 Contribution to Local Organizations

SMECO Awards $10,000 Contribution to Local Organizations

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) recently received a $10,000 contribution from CoBank to award to local organizations that SMECO has supported with matching funds. Each of the following received $2,500: American Red Cross of the National Capital and Greater Chesapeake Region, A Community That Shares (ACTS), Patuxent Habitat for Humanity, and Clements Cuties Foundation....
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“Blessing of the Boutique” to be Held at Care Net SoMD on September 27, 2024

“Blessing of the Boutique” to be Held at Care Net SoMD on September 27, 2024

Care Net Pregnancy Center of Southern Maryland is delighted to announce the grand reopening of its newly remodeled Boutique. On September 27, 2024, at 1 PM, the center will host a special event called the “Blessing of the Boutique,” and everyone in the community is warmly invited to attend. About Our Boutique The Boutique...
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Escalating Gun Violence in St. Mary’s County: Part Two – A Community Under Siege

Escalating Gun Violence in St. Mary’s County: Part Two – A Community Under Siege

Over the past several months, St. Mary’s County, Maryland, has witnessed an alarming surge in gun violence and gun-related crimes. From shootings at local homes to armed robberies in public spaces, the frequency and severity of these incidents have left the community reeling and demanding action. The recent spate of gunfire incidents has raised...
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Escalating Gun Violence in St. Mary’s County: Part One – A Community Under Siege

Escalating Gun Violence in St. Mary’s County: Part One – A Community Under Siege

St. Mary’s County, once known for its peaceful and tight-knit communities, is now grappling with an alarming rise in gun violence. The surge in shootings has left residents feeling vulnerable and has prompted concerns about the safety of their neighborhoods. Columbus Drive, in particular, has become a symbol of this disturbing trend, with multiple...
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Juvenile Found with Replica Gun During Traffic Stop in La Plata

Juvenile Found with Replica Gun During Traffic Stop in La Plata

On the evening of September 13, 2024, officers with the La Plata Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Potomac Street after observing a vehicle traveling without its lights on. The stop occurred at approximately 8:40 p.m. and involved multiple juvenile occupants, including the 17-year-old driver, who did not have identification. During the stop,...
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Stolen Handgun Recovered During Early Morning Traffic Stop in Waldorf

Stolen Handgun Recovered During Early Morning Traffic Stop in Waldorf

On September 14, 2024, at around 3:24 a.m., a routine traffic stop in Waldorf resulted in the recovery of a stolen firearm and the arrest of two men. The incident occurred near the intersection of Berry Road and Scotland Heights when a patrol officer from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office pulled over a black...
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Garage Destroyed After Fire in Mechanicsville, Cause Remains Under Investigation

Garage Destroyed After Fire in Mechanicsville, Cause Remains Under Investigation

On Friday, September 20, 2024, at approximately 9:20 p.m., firefighters from Hollywood, Leonardtown, Mechanicsville, Bay District, Prince Frederick, Solomons and Seventh District responded to the 25500 block of Friendship School Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported garage on fire. Multiple 911 callers reported smoke was coming from their neighbors garage, with additional callers then...
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Calvert County Prepares for 2024 General Election

Calvert County Prepares for 2024 General Election

With the 2024 general election approaching on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, the Calvert County Board of Elections is making sure residents have the information they need to vote. Whether planning to vote by mail, during early voting or in person on Election Day, here’s what voters need to know to make sure their votes...
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Police Investigating Fatal Crash Involving On-Duty Officer

Police Investigating Fatal Crash Involving On-Duty Officer

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating the cause of a fatal collision in the Largo area. One of the involved drivers was an on-duty PGPD patrol officer. The second involved driver is 85-year-old Jeanette Benthall of Largo. She died of her injuries several days after the collision....
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Navy Awards Contract to Update E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Systems

Navy Awards Contract to Update E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Systems

NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER, MD.: The E-2/C-2 Airborne Command & Control Systems Program Office (PMA-231) awarded a $16 million contract to Fuse Integration on Aug. 26 for the production of Fuse CORE 4.0 virtualized network systems for the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye. CORE updates the E-2D’s external networking systems to a modern, software-based...
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AUDIO: Another Daytime Assault and Robbery of a Juvenile in St. Mary’s County – Three Suspects Still at Large

AUDIO: Another Daytime Assault and Robbery of a Juvenile in St. Mary’s County – Three Suspects Still at Large

Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to a another report of a robbery at the Papa John’s on Great Mills Road, in Lexington Park. On Thursday, September 19, 2024, at approximately 1:52 p.m. police were dispatched after an employee at Papa John’s called and reported a young male was in the...
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Light Attack Helicopters Make NAVAIR History

Light Attack Helicopters Make NAVAIR History

NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER, MD: The United States Marine Corps Light Attack Helicopter Programs Office (PMA-276) made history with the first Suitable Substitute Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) in partnership with Naval Air Systems Command’s (NAVAIR) Additive Manufacturing (AM) Integrated Product Team (IPT). Often plagued with material shortages, obsolete parts, or long lead...
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Lexington Park Man Arrested After Theft and Vehicle Tampering Incidents at Local School and Hotel

Lexington Park Man Arrested After Theft and Vehicle Tampering Incidents at Local School and Hotel

Jaden Xavier Mason, 19, of Leonardtown, is facing multiple charges following a series of events on September 12, 2024, where he was involved in attempted vehicle break-ins and thefts in Lexington Park. According to court documents, Mason, along with a juvenile accomplice, was observed acting suspiciously at two locations that day. The first report...
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Proposal to Ban Roadside Solicitation in St. Mary’s County: A Public Safety Measure

Proposal to Ban Roadside Solicitation in St. Mary’s County: A Public Safety Measure

In a recent meeting, the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County discussed a proposal that could add the county to a growing list of Maryland jurisdictions where roadside solicitation is banned. This initiative, spearheaded by Commissioner Scott Ostrow, aims to address the potential dangers posed by individuals standing on roadways, medians, and intersections to solicit...
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Commissioners of St. Mary’s County Meeting Summary – September 17, 2024

Commissioners of St. Mary’s County Meeting Summary – September 17, 2024

Key Topics Discussed: School Enrollment and Infrastructure School Funding and Renovations Legislative Proposals for the 2025 Session Capital Improvement Plan (FY 2026 – FY 2031) Future Joint Meeting with Delegation 1. School Enrollment and Infrastructure During the meeting, a detailed discussion took place regarding school enrollment trends and their impact on the county’s education...
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Leonardtown Woman Charged with Employee Theft at Dunkin Donuts in Leonardtown

Leonardtown Woman Charged with Employee Theft at Dunkin Donuts in Leonardtown

Amanda Marie Shields, 34, of Leonardtown, is facing multiple theft charges related to a scheme that allegedly took place between January 2, 2024, and May 9, 2024. According to court documents, Shields, who was an employee of Dunkin Donuts on Washington Street in Leonardtown, is accused of stealing cash from the business by manipulating...
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Hollywood Man Arrested Again for Shoplifting in Lexington Park

Hollywood Man Arrested Again for Shoplifting in Lexington Park

Carroll Ignatius Norris, 50, of Hollywood, has been charged with theft following an incident on August 20, 2024, at a Dollar General store located on Three Notch Road in Lexington Park. According to the criminal complaint, Norris allegedly attempted to steal a variety of household and personal care items, with a total value of...
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Self-serve Sandbags Available for Calvert County Residents for Severe Weather Preparation

Self-serve Sandbags Available for Calvert County Residents for Severe Weather Preparation

Self-serve sand and sandbags are available at the following locations during regular business hours for Calvert County residents who need them to protect property in preparation for possible flooding conditions. Appeal Convenience Center (200 Sweetwater Road, Lusby) Monday through Saturday, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Barstow Convenience Center (350 Stafford...
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UPDATE: Water Restored After Water Main Break in Lexington Park

UPDATE: Water Restored After Water Main Break in Lexington Park

UPDATE 9/17/2024: Water service has been restored as of 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Water Main Break – An unanticipated water main break, caused by an independent contractor working in the area, has occurred on Millstone Landing Road. There will be an emergency water service outage for all residents located in the Esperanza...
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Dyson Building Center Marks 70 Years: Join Us for a Three-Day Celebration!

Dyson Building Center Marks 70 Years: Join Us for a Three-Day Celebration!

Dyson Building Center is excited to celebrate its 70th anniversary with a three-day event packed with activities, giveaways, and fun for the entire community! The festivities will kick off on Thursday, September 19th at 10 AM with Anniversary Proclamations presented by the St. Mary’s County Economic Development and its partner agencies. This day will...
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Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park Opens New 10-Hole-Disc Golf Course

Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park Opens New 10-Hole-Disc Golf Course

The Calvert County Department of Parks & Recreation announces the opening of a new 10-hole-disc golf course at Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park located at 10455 Ward Road in Dunkirk. The course is the only free public disc golf course in Calvert County, and one of the few wooded courses in the region....
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Dive in and “Taste the Beaches” A Town of Chesapeake Beach Event on Saturday, September 21, 2024

Dive in and “Taste the Beaches” A Town of Chesapeake Beach Event on Saturday, September 21, 2024

Get ready to immerse yourself in the flavors of the Chesapeake Beach at Taste the Beaches, an annual event that promises a day of culinary delights, community spirit, and breathtaking bay views. Join us Saturday, September 21st, from 11 am to 3 pm at Baia Coastal Kitchen and Wine Bar in Chesapeake Beach, MD!...
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