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Lusby Man Arrested for Stealing Golf Equipment From Swan Point Pro Shop in Charles County

Lusby Man Arrested for Stealing Golf Equipment From Swan Point Pro Shop in Charles County

Garfield Linden Northey, 50, of Lusby, has been charged in Charles County District Court with second-degree burglary, theft of $1,500 to under $25,000, and malicious destruction of property valued at $1,000 or more, according to court documents. The charges stem from an alleged May 3, 2026, break-in at a Charles County yacht and country...
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Two Waldorf Residents Arrested After Stolen Ford F-150 Located at 7-Eleven In Waldorf

Two Waldorf Residents Arrested After Stolen Ford F-150 Located at 7-Eleven In Waldorf

Ionta Eugene Proctor, 41, and Alize Margaret Phipps, 23, both of Waldorf, are charged in separate Charles County District Court cases with felony theft of property valued at $1,500 to under $25,000 after court documents say they were found in a Ford F-150 reported stolen from Prince George’s County. The cases were filed May...
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Motorcyclist Flown to Trauma Center With Serious Injuries After Crash in La Plata

Motorcyclist Flown to Trauma Center With Serious Injuries After Crash in La Plata

On Sunday, May 31, 2026, at approximately 7:45 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Hawthorne Road and Quailwood Parkway in La Plata, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle. 911 callers reported the motorcyclist was unconscious and laying in the roadway. Crews arrived on the scene...
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Maryland Man Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud Charge in Connection With Disability Benefits Scam

Maryland Man Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud Charge in Connection With Disability Benefits Scam

A Maryland man pled guilty in federal court, to charges stemming from a social security disability benefits scam. Andrew Langford, 50, of Ft. Washington, is charged with one count of wire fraud in connection with the scheme. U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) records show that from January 2014 through May 2021, Langford received more...
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Lusby Man Charged With Drug Distribution After Solomons Arrest

Lusby Man Charged With Drug Distribution After Solomons Arrest

Christopher William Walls, 36, of Lusby, is facing felony and misdemeanor drug charges, along with several traffic-related allegations, after the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office reported finding suspected psilocybin, suspected cocaine, drug-related items and cash during an arrest in Solomons on May 26, 2026, according to District Court records. Walls is charged in District Court...
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Chesapeake Ghost Organization Announces Establishment of 14U Baseball Team; Launches Search for Top Southern Maryland Talent

Chesapeake Ghost Organization Announces Establishment of 14U Baseball Team; Launches Search for Top Southern Maryland Talent

The Chesapeake Ghost baseball organization has officially announced the formation of its new 14U Showcase Baseball Team. Designed for athletes looking to break out of local brackets and test themselves on a grander stage, the program promises high-level player development, national exposure, and a culture built on accountability and fierce competitiveness. The 14U Ghost...
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Lexington Park Man Charged in Retail Theft Incidents Across St. Mary’s County

Lexington Park Man Charged in Retail Theft Incidents Across St. Mary’s County

Anthony M. Barnes, 45, of Lexington Park, is facing misdemeanor charges of theft of $100 to under $1,500, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of a controlled substance other than cannabis after a May 26, 2026, Walmart shoplifting investigation in St. Mary’s County, according to District Court records. Deputies from the St. Mary’s County...
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Two Flown to Trauma Center After ATV Crash in Charles County

Two Flown to Trauma Center After ATV Crash in Charles County

On Saturday, May 30, 2026, at approximately 6:55 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services from Charles and St. Mary’s County responded to the 7000 block of Traeleigh Lane in Charlotte Hall, for the inaccessible rescue after an ATV crash. 911 callers reported an ATV crashed with two patients down and bleeding. Upon arrival,...
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Maryland Energetics Innovation Hub Breaks Ground in Charles County

Maryland Energetics Innovation Hub Breaks Ground in Charles County

The Charles County Economic Development Department joins the American Center for Manufacturing & Innovation (ACMI) and the Energetics Technology Center to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Maryland Energetics Innovation Hub (MEIH), a new campus designed to accelerate energetics production, process innovation, and advanced manufacturing. “We are thrilled to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Maryland...
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Governor Moore Issues Directive For Immediate State Action To Address Agricultural Crisis From April’s Severe Statewide Freeze

Governor Moore Issues Directive For Immediate State Action To Address Agricultural Crisis From April’s Severe Statewide Freeze

Governor Wes Moore issued a directive to the Maryland Department of Agriculture and Maryland Department of Environment to implement a coordinated and urgent response to the late April freeze, which resulted in a significant crisis for Maryland’s agricultural community and ongoing drought designation that is affecting the majority of Maryland counties. This directive builds upon...
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20-Year-Old PG County Man Arrested in Murder of Waldorf Teen

20-Year-Old PG County Man Arrested in Murder of Waldorf Teen

A suspect wanted in connection with a fatal shooting in the town of Capitol Heights is in custody. He is 20-year-old Roland Andre Carter, Jr., of no fixed address. He’s charged with the murder of 19-year-old Ky-Mari Bowman of Waldorf. On February 4, 2026, at approximately 3:20 pm, officers responded to the 500 block...
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Child and Adult Flown to Trauma Centers After Motorcycle Crash in Lexington Park

Child and Adult Flown to Trauma Centers After Motorcycle Crash in Lexington Park

On Saturday, May 30, 2026, at approximately 6:40 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the intersection of Point Lookout Road and Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle. Crews arrived on the scene to find a motorcyclist was struck by a pickup truck,...
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Chesapeake Beach Pair Charged In Calvert Oxycodone Distribution Case

Chesapeake Beach Pair Charged In Calvert Oxycodone Distribution Case

Shelly Marie Buzard, 60, of Chesapeake Beach, and Paul Marcello Holland, 66, of Chesapeake Beach, are facing charges in Calvert County after investigators say they distributed oxycodone as part of a months-long drug investigation. Court records list the same four charges for each defendant: distribution of a narcotic controlled dangerous substance, possession with intent...
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231 Farm & Outdoor Sports in Prince Frederick Announces Closure After 15 Years of Business

231 Farm & Outdoor Sports in Prince Frederick Announces Closure After 15 Years of Business

231 Farm & Outdoor Sports is closing its doors after 15 years in business, according to an announcement shared by Erin Kimbro. The announcement reads: “After 15 incredible years, 231 FARM & OUTDOOR SPORTS is closing its doors. After many years of working long hours and dedicating so much of my life to building...
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Elderly Calvert County Man Becomes Maryland’s First Heat-Related Death of 2026

Elderly Calvert County Man Becomes Maryland’s First Heat-Related Death of 2026

The Maryland Department of Health today reported the first heat-related death of 2026 in Maryland. The deceased is an adult male in the 70-80 age range. The death occurred in Calvert County. “Our condolences go out to the individual’s family and loved ones,” said Maryland Secretary of Health Dr. Meena Seshamani. “As we anticipate...
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Attorney General Brown Announces Prince George’s County Insurance Agent Charged with Felony Theft and Insurance Fraud

Attorney General Brown Announces Prince George’s County Insurance Agent Charged with Felony Theft and Insurance Fraud

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced today that the Grand Jury for Prince George’s County handed down an indictment charging Corrie Dewayne Alston, 51, of Bowie, Maryland with felony theft scheme and insurance fraud for submitting multiple fraudulent life insurance applications. The indictment includes one count of a felony theft scheme of $1,500-$25,000 and...
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Leadership Southern Maryland’s 13th Annual Golf Tournament Tees Up for Thursday, June 25

Leadership Southern Maryland’s 13th Annual Golf Tournament Tees Up for Thursday, June 25

Driving, putting, fun, and networking are back again this year as Leadership Southern Maryland (LSM) celebrates its 13th Annual Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Chesapeake Hills Golf Course in Lusby, Md. All golfers and nongolfers are welcome and encouraged to join regional leaders from throughout Southern Maryland to enjoy a day...
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UM Charles Regional Medical Center Recognized Among Nation’s Cleanest Hospitals

UM Charles Regional Medical Center Recognized Among Nation’s Cleanest Hospitals

University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM Charles Regional), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, has been recognized on Becker’s Hospital Review’s list of the “396 cleanest hospitals” in the nation after earning a 5-star cleanliness rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). UM Charles Regional...
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One Transported to Trauma Center After Vehicle Strikes House in Leonardtown

One Transported to Trauma Center After Vehicle Strikes House in Leonardtown

On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at approximately 11:53 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 23000 block of Point Lookout Road in Leonardtown, for the serious motor vehicle collision involving a structure. Crews arrived on the scene within minutes of dispatch to confirm a single vehicle struck the exterior corner of...
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Commissioners of St. Mary’s County & NAS PAX Announce Joint Meeting on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026

Commissioners of St. Mary’s County & NAS PAX Announce Joint Meeting on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) and the Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station Patuxent River (NAS PAX) will hold a joint meeting on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 9 a.m. at the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum, located just outside of NAS PAX at 22156 Three Notch Road in Lexington Park. The joint meeting will feature discussion...
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UPDATE: Former DOJ Contractor Sentenced to Just 1 Year for Mail Fraud and Theft of 4,800 Government Cell Phones Valued at More Than $1.3 Million

UPDATE: Former DOJ Contractor Sentenced to Just 1 Year for Mail Fraud and Theft of 4,800 Government Cell Phones Valued at More Than $1.3 Million

UPDATE 5/27/2026: Javan King, 42, of Laurel, Maryland, was sentenced today in U.S. District Court to 12 months and one day in prison in connection with his theft of more than 4,800 government cell phones when he worked for the Department of Justice, announced U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. King pleaded guilty on Feb....
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Holy Cow Creamery Celebrates Soft Opening in North Beach, Thanks Community for Support and Plans Ribbon Cutting on June 9th, 2026

Holy Cow Creamery Celebrates Soft Opening in North Beach, Thanks Community for Support and Plans Ribbon Cutting on June 9th, 2026

Holy Cow Creamery officially opened its doors this week with a soft opening, welcoming community members eager to support the new local business. As part of the opening day celebration, Holy Cow Creamery featured its special Opening Day Patriot Sundae, made with vanilla soft serve, blue raspberry cone dip, crumbled shortbread cookies, and festive...
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This Week in Winners: Maryland Lottery Produce Big Winners in Southern Maryland

This Week in Winners: Maryland Lottery Produce Big Winners in Southern Maryland

A pair of FAST PLAY tickets delivered last week’s two biggest Maryland Lottery wins, with a $176,777 progressive jackpot in Willards and another progressive jackpot of $114,257 in Accokeek. FAST PLAY tickets are games that play like scratch-offs, but are printed on-demand by Lottery terminals and vending machines. Select FAST PLAY games have progressive...
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UPDATE: Jury Convicts Lexington Park Man of Armed Robbery After Stabbing Volunteer Firefighter

UPDATE: Jury Convicts Lexington Park Man of Armed Robbery After Stabbing Volunteer Firefighter

UPDATE 5/27/2026: D’Montre Montez Bush, 26, of Lexington ParkState’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced today that D’Montre Montez Bush, 26, of Lexington Park, Maryland, was convicted of armed robbery and related crimes following a three-day jury trial. On November 16, 2025, deputies responded to a reported robbery in Lexington Park, Maryland, where they located an...
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St. Mary’s County Health Department Announces Start of 2026 Beach Water Monitoring Season

St. Mary’s County Health Department Announces Start of 2026 Beach Water Monitoring Season

The Environmental Health Division of the St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) has begun its annual beach water monitoring program for the 2026 summer season. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, SMCHD routinely monitors water quality at public beaches throughout St. Mary’s County to help residents and visitors make informed decisions about safe recreational...
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