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No Injuries After Tree Falls Into Occupied Trailer in Lexington Park

No Injuries After Tree Falls Into Occupied Trailer in Lexington Park

On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at approximately 6:15 p.m., firefighters from Bay District and NAS Patuxent River responded to the 46000 block of Chapman Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported structure collapse. Crews arrived on the scene to find a large tree had fallen into the single story single wide trailer that was...
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St. Mary’s County Recreation & Parks Honors Marcus Tyrone Harris with Field Dedication at Chancellors Run Park

St. Mary’s County Recreation & Parks Honors Marcus Tyrone Harris with Field Dedication at Chancellors Run Park

St. Mary’s County Recreation & Parks would like to thank the community for attending the ceremony to honor Marcus Tyrone Harris, Sr. His family, friends, peers, and community members were in attendance. Tyrone’s leadership and dedication were instrumental in the development and upkeep of Chancellor’s Run Regional Park, ensuring it was a well-maintained, vibrant,...
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Single Motorcyclist Suffers Minor Injuries After Crash During Thunderstorm in Lexington Park

Single Motorcyclist Suffers Minor Injuries After Crash During Thunderstorm in Lexington Park

On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at 9:40 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to Three Notch Road and North Shangri-La Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single motorcyclist suffering minor injuries to the lower-body after a minor crash...
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24-Year-Old Bel Alton Man Killed in Motorcycle Collision, Police Investigating

24-Year-Old Bel Alton Man Killed in Motorcycle Collision, Police Investigating

On Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 4:40 p.m., officers responded to a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on Chapel Point Road near the intersection of Purcell Road. A preliminary investigation revealed a 2007 Honda CBR600 motorcycle, operated by Nicolas Conrad Slough, 24, of Bel Alton, left the roadway and struck a tree. Slough was transported to...
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Police Seeking Information in Murder of 17-Year-Old

Police Seeking Information in Murder of 17-Year-Old

Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Monday evening in the unincorporated section of Bowie. The victim is 17-year-old Re’Sheed Reid of Bowie. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. On June 24, 2024, at approximately 6:35 pm,...
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Another Report of Shots Fired in St. Mary’s County on Columbus Drive, No Injuries Reported

Another Report of Shots Fired in St. Mary’s County on Columbus Drive, No Injuries Reported

On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at approximately 3:25 a.m., police responded to the 46000 block of Columbus Drive, for the reported large crowd with shots fired. Police arrived to find no one in the area and began checking for victims, evidence or property struck by gunfire. No known injuries have been reported. Police continue to...
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Special Agent Lee Russ Shares Insights, Life Lessons at NAVAIR’s LGBTQ+A Pride Month Event

Special Agent Lee Russ Shares Insights, Life Lessons at NAVAIR’s LGBTQ+A Pride Month Event

HEADQUARTERS, NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER, MD.: “I always had the desire to serve and serve something bigger, larger than myself,” said special agent Russ Lee, executive director, Office of Special Investigations (OSI), Office of Special Projects and security director, Department of the Air Force Special Access Program, as the featured guest speaker...
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Summer Family Day Archery at Historic St. Mary’s City on Saturday, June 29, 2024

Summer Family Day Archery at Historic St. Mary’s City on Saturday, June 29, 2024

Historic St. Mary’s City is excited to offer an archery workshop designed for families looking for a creative and engaging way to spend time together. This workshop is a wonderful opportunity to learn the basics of archery, an ancient and fascinating sport. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your...
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Noise Advisory –NAS Patuxent River Sets Additional Noise Advisory through July 9, 2024

Noise Advisory –NAS Patuxent River Sets Additional Noise Advisory through July 9, 2024

Communities surrounding NAS Patuxent River are advised that noise-generating testing events are scheduled to take place through July 9, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Residents may notice increased noise levels due to these operations. Pilots at NAS PAX will be conducting Field Carrier Landing Practices (FCLPs). FCLPs are simulated carrier landings conducted...
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Summer Waterway Users Should Be Alert for Marine Wildlife

Summer Waterway Users Should Be Alert for Marine Wildlife

Summer is here and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources would like to remind people that marine wildlife — dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, whales, and others – are making their seasonal return to the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries, as well as the Atlantic Ocean and coastal bays. Anyone who sees a marine...
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Police Arrest Man Who Removed His Ankle Monitoring Device Last Month

Police Arrest Man Who Removed His Ankle Monitoring Device Last Month

On Sunday, June 23, 2024, while on patrol in the 22000 block of Three Notch Road, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Brandon Reynolds spotted and recognized James Perry Bond, 33, of no fixed address, as an individual who was sought on an open warrant for escape. Bond had been in the custody of...
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Little Flower School to Open New Early Learning Center in July 2024

Little Flower School to Open New Early Learning Center in July 2024

Little Flower School will host an open house of its new Early Learning Center, the first and only Catholic school in St. Mary’s County to offer early education for two-year-old children, June 28, 2024, from noon to 2 p.m. The Early Learning Center, which is slated to open July 15, will follow the Funshine...
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Climate Resilience Projects Throughout Maryland Funded with $2.9 Million in Grants

Climate Resilience Projects Throughout Maryland Funded with $2.9 Million in Grants

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced more than $2.9 million in competitive grants for 12 climate resilience projects to help communities design and construct solutions to withstand flooding and other weather-related events. The selected projects will reduce risk for vulnerable communities, incorporate climate change data into existing plans and policies, and develop nature-based or natural...
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Gift to CSM Archives Celebrates Alumna Margaret Mary Hampton from College’s First Nurse Graduation Class

Gift to CSM Archives Celebrates Alumna Margaret Mary Hampton from College’s First Nurse Graduation Class

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) recently received extraordinary gifts from the estate of CSM alumna Margaret Mary Hampton as overseen by her daughter Carol Zadeh, of Waldorf. Hampton passed away in February and was among the very first Charles County Community College (former CSM) nursing graduation class, even serving as the student representative...
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North Beach Volunteers Respond to Multiple Water Rescues Over The Weekend

North Beach Volunteers Respond to Multiple Water Rescues Over The Weekend

“Your NBVFD has been busy this weekend with rescues on the water.” On Saturday, June 22, 2024, North Beach VFD Fireboat 1 responded to a mutual aid call to Herring Bay, near the Sanctuary, with units from Anne Arundel County for a water craft taking on water. A Good Samaritan was on scene monitoring...
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United States Naval Test Pilot School Graduates Class 164

United States Naval Test Pilot School Graduates Class 164

Story by NAWCAD Visual Information – Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division: The U.S. Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) held a graduation ceremony for Class 164 on June 14. Thirty-four students successfully completed the intense 11-month course of instruction and earned their designations as Engineering Test Pilots, Engineering Test Flight Officers, or Test Project...
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Three Injured After Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Overturned Ambulance

Three Injured After Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Overturned Ambulance

On Saturday, June 22, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., Prince George’s County Paramedic Ambulance 806 was involved in a motor vehicle collision while responding to an emergency call. Crews arrived on the scene to find an ambulance on its roof with a second vehicle involved in the roadway at the intersection of Landover Road...
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Charles County Youth Orchestra Presents Independence Day/Alumni Reunion Concert

Charles County Youth Orchestra Presents Independence Day/Alumni Reunion Concert

The Charles County Youth Orchestra will perform a Independence Day/Alumni Reunion concert on Saturday, June 29 at 8:00 p.m., at the beautiful new pavilion at the Alice Ferguson Foundation located at 2201 Bryan Point Road, Accokeek, MD. CCYO alumni and students from all four of CCYO’s ensembles: Prelude Strings, Encore Band, Encore Strings and...
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St. Mary’s County Commissioner Meeting Rollup – June 11, 2024

St. Mary’s County Commissioner Meeting Rollup – June 11, 2024

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) began their business meeting with an invocation and the pledge, followed by approval of the consent agenda. The CSMC then presented proclamations in recognition of  National Certified Nursing Assistant Week and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. They also presented proclamations celebrating the Leonardtown High School Softball and...
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Firefighters from St. Mary’s and Charles County Operating on Scene of Large Brush Fire in Mechanicsville

Firefighters from St. Mary’s and Charles County Operating on Scene of Large Brush Fire in Mechanicsville

On Saturday, June 22, 2024, at approximately 1:33 p.m., firefighters from Mechanicsville were dispatched to the 27000 block of Melrose Lane in Country Lakes, Mechanicsville, for the reported brush fire. Crews arrived on the scene to reported a 20 x 20 brush fire and shortly later requested additional brush trucks and tankers for water...
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Governor Moore Signs State of Preparedness Declaration Ahead of Upcoming Heatwave

Governor Moore Signs State of Preparedness Declaration Ahead of Upcoming Heatwave

Governor Wes Moore this morning signed a State of Preparedness declaration ahead of a potentially hazardous heat wave with dangerously high temperatures for much of Maryland. According to the National Weather Service, record high temperatures are expected Friday through Sunday, with increasing humidity during that time, which requires heightened awareness and preparedness from Marylanders and those...
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Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Carnival is Back!! July 11-14th & July 18-21st, 2024

Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Carnival is Back!! July 11-14th & July 18-21st, 2024

The Annual Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department’s Carnival is back!!! With dates set for Thursday July 11th to Sunday July 14th, and then Thursday, July 18 to Sunday, July 21st! Carnival is open from 7:00 p.m., until 10:00 p.m. Mark you calendars and bring your family out for some great food, fun games and exciting...
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Lifeguards Save Young Girls Life After Drowning at Community Pool, Firefighters Remind Citizens of Water Safety

Lifeguards Save Young Girls Life After Drowning at Community Pool, Firefighters Remind Citizens of Water Safety

On June 10, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m., we received a 911 call from the Whittier Community Pool in Severna Park, MD, advising that a juvenile female had been pulled out of the pool by on-duty lifeguards and was not breathing. The lifeguards immediately began providing medical care, including CPR, to the patient and...
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Don’t Miss Discounted Ticket Prices for the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival

Don’t Miss Discounted Ticket Prices for the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival

As the weekend of the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival approaches, the Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums encourage the public to purchase their tickets to this popular music and seafood event as soon as possible, to enjoy the discounted advanced-purchase rate of $95 per person. Ticket cost increases at the...
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Calvert County Shines Spotlight on African Americans’ Civil War Service

Calvert County Shines Spotlight on African Americans’ Civil War Service

As Juneteenth approaches, Calvert County is proud to honor the remarkable contributions of African American soldiers who served in the United States Colored Troops (USCT) during the Civil War. The Calvert County Department of Planning & Zoning, Historic Preservation, in collaboration with the Calvert Historical Society, is driving an ongoing historical preservation initiative to...
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