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Callaway Man Arrested for Assault and Neglect of Vulnerable Adult

Callaway Man Arrested for Assault and Neglect of Vulnerable Adult

Robert Corey Lentz, 38, of Callaway, was arrested on December 23, 2024, following allegations of physical assault and neglect against his an elderly male, for whom he served as a caretaker. The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the incident at a residence on Take It Easy Ranch Road. Lentz has been charged...
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Leonardtown Man Arrested for Drug and Weapon Offenses Following Traffic Stop in Lexington Park

Leonardtown Man Arrested for Drug and Weapon Offenses Following Traffic Stop in Lexington Park

Daniel Earl Garner, 48, of Leonardtown, was arrested on December 28, 2024, and now faces a series of charges following a traffic stop conducted by Senior Trooper Allison Oyler of the Maryland State Police leonardtown Barrack (MSP). The incident took place during a DUI saturation patrol on southbound Maryland Route 235 near Pegg Road...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office to Host Town Hall Meeting, Insights on Gun Violence Within County

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office to Host Town Hall Meeting, Insights on Gun Violence Within County

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office invites the community to a town hall to gain firsthand, fact-based insights into gun violence in our area. The event will take place at the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department’s Braddock Hall, 46900 S. Shangri-La Drive in Lexington Park, at 6 p.m. on Monday, January 27, 2025. The...
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“You Are My SON-Shine” 2025 Mother Son Dance Registration Now Open!

“You Are My SON-Shine” 2025 Mother Son Dance Registration Now Open!

Mark your calendars and polish your dancing shoes! St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Recreation & Parks (R&P) is thrilled to announce that registration for the 2025 Mother Son Dance is now open. Open to boys ages 4 and up, this semi-formal dance is set for Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 7 p.m. –...
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NAVAIR Additive Manufacturing Team Helps Coast Guard Maintain Operational Readiness

NAVAIR Additive Manufacturing Team Helps Coast Guard Maintain Operational Readiness

When the U.S. Coast Guard was unable to procure a wiring system part that affected its entire fleet of MH-60T helicopters in late November, they turned to the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Additive Manufacturing (AM) Team. Thanks to a collaborative workplace culture between services and a recognition for urgent solutions at the time...
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Maryland MVA and Charles County State’s Attorney’s Office Offer Free, Discounted Uber and Lyft Rides for New Year’s Eve as Part of Annual “Drive Sober” Initiative

Maryland MVA and Charles County State’s Attorney’s Office Offer Free, Discounted Uber and Lyft Rides for New Year’s Eve as Part of Annual “Drive Sober” Initiative

For the fourth holiday season, the Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office is pleased to receive a grant from the Governors Highway Safety Association. In partnership with the association as well as Lyft, the grant will offer $20 rideshare credits and encourage Marylanders to Be the Make A Plan Driver by choosing an alternative...
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CSM Freshman Sara Allwine Earns Spot on NJCAA D2 Third All-American Soccer Team

CSM Freshman Sara Allwine Earns Spot on NJCAA D2 Third All-American Soccer Team

College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Freshman Sara Allwine, of St. Leonard, follows her debut season with CSM’s women’s soccer team by earning a spot on the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) D2 Third Team All-American list this December. In playing for CSM, Allwine scored 27 goals, made eight assists, was responsible for 62...
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Governor Moore Announces Appointments to the Judicial Nominating Commission for Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties

Governor Moore Announces Appointments to the Judicial Nominating Commission for Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties

Governor Wes Moore announced appointments to the District 12 Trial Courts Judicial Nominating Commission for Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties. John (Jay) Erly will serve as chair. “Our Judicial Nominating Commissions are critical to our justice system,” said Gov. Moore. “I thank each of our appointees for raising their hands to serve and for helping...
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UPDATE: Charles County Animal Care Center Re-Open After Month Long Closure

UPDATE: Charles County Animal Care Center Re-Open After Month Long Closure

UPDATE 12/31/2024: The Charles County Animal Care Center resumed normal operations on Dec. 27. Animal Care Center staff temporarily paused operations on Monday, Dec. 2 after a contagious upper respiratory illness spread among animals in its care. Animal Care staff worked with veterinary professionals throughout the outbreak and implemented enhanced cleaning protocols and protective measures...
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Good Advice Leads Charles County Caregiver to Big Win!

Good Advice Leads Charles County Caregiver to Big Win!

A Southern Maryland caregiver gathered information from two important people in her life, using it to visit the specific Lottery retailer and pick the specific numbers that would produce a Keno windfall. Hats off to her for recognizing good advice when it was given to her, and despite rarely buying tickets, immediately following it...
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UPDATE: Details Provided After Lexington Park Man Was Arrested for Domestic-Related Shots Fired Incident

UPDATE: Details Provided After Lexington Park Man Was Arrested for Domestic-Related Shots Fired Incident

UPDATE 12/31/2024: On December 30, 2024, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office arrested Donnie Richardson, 49, of Lexington Park, in connection with a shooting incident that occurred on Valley Estates Drive. The arrest followed an early morning response to reports of gunfire in the area, leading to a detailed investigation. According to...
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UPDATE: Bubby’s Legacy Lives On – $320K Raised Through Knott Family’s Generosity and Community Support

UPDATE: Bubby’s Legacy Lives On – $320K Raised Through Knott Family’s Generosity and Community Support

UPDATE: The spirit of giving reached new heights during “Bubby’s Christmas Farewell,” thanks to the incredible efforts and generosity of The Knott Family. The beloved local family not only led the fundraising effort, helping to collect an impressive $120,291.13 from the community, but also made an extraordinary donation of $200,000—well beyond their pledge to...
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Ye Olde Towne Cafe in Leonardtown Announces Sudden Closure

Ye Olde Towne Cafe in Leonardtown Announces Sudden Closure

On December 29th, 2024, the sudden surprising announcement regarding the closure of Ye Olde Towne Cafe was made on Facebook. The post can be read below. “I would like to wish everyone the greatest of happiest in the holiday season. May your joys carry you through the New Year of 2025. I do need...
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Two Transported to Trauma Center After Serious Motor Vehicle Collision with Fire in Hughesville

Two Transported to Trauma Center After Serious Motor Vehicle Collision with Fire in Hughesville

On Thursday, December 26, 2024, at approximately 6:49 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Olivers Shop Road and Burnt Store Road in Hughesville, for the reported motor vehicle collision with one vehicle on fire. Hughesville Volunteers responded with Chief 2B, Squad 2, Engine Tanker 2, EMS Chief 2A,...
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Port Republic Man Charged with Assault After Holiday Altercation at Holiday Inn Express in Prince Frederick

Port Republic Man Charged with Assault After Holiday Altercation at Holiday Inn Express in Prince Frederick

David Eretz Hirshowitz, 63, of Port Republic, is facing multiple charges following a reported confrontation during the holiday weekend in Prince Frederick. Hirshowitz was arrested on December 28, 2024, after an incident involving a firearm and a verbal dispute in the parking lot of the Holiday Inn Express. According to court documents, the incident...
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Police Respond to Restaurant in Prince Frederick for a Disturbance, Arrest Suspect for Disorderly Conduct

Police Respond to Restaurant in Prince Frederick for a Disturbance, Arrest Suspect for Disorderly Conduct

On December 27, 2024, Matthew Leo Greening, 36, of no fixed address, was arrested following an incident at a local restaurant in Prince Frederick. He is facing multiple misdemeanor charges, including disorderly conduct, public intoxication, and attempted theft, according to court records and the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred at Brick House...
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Lexington Park Man Charged with Violating Peace Order and Peeping Tom Allegations

Lexington Park Man Charged with Violating Peace Order and Peeping Tom Allegations

Robert Matthew Duke, 37, of Lexington Park, has been charged in two separate cases filed in St. Mary’s County District Court. The cases involve allegations of violating a peace order and an incident of alleged peeping tom behavior. Court records indicate that Duke is charged with a misdemeanor for allegedly engaging in “visual surveillance...
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Hollywood Man Indicted on Child Pornography Charges After State Police Arrest

Hollywood Man Indicted on Child Pornography Charges After State Police Arrest

Ellis Eugene Tolbert, 66, of Hollywood, Maryland, has been indicted on nine counts of possession of child pornography. This follows an extensive investigation by Maryland State Police and the use of CyberTips provided by a national organization monitoring online child exploitation. The charges were filed on October 7, 2024, in the Circuit Court for...
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Pedestrian Flown to Trauma Center After Being Struck by Vehicle in Lexington Park

Pedestrian Flown to Trauma Center After Being Struck by Vehicle in Lexington Park

On Friday, December 27, 2024, at approximately 5:21 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Willows Road and South Shangri-La Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. Crews arrived on the scene within minutes of dispatch to find a white Dodge Charger had...
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Navy Awards $3.5B Contract to Northrop Grumman to Develop Successor to E-6B Mercury Aircraft

Navy Awards $3.5B Contract to Northrop Grumman to Develop Successor to E-6B Mercury Aircraft

NAVAL AIR STATION PATUXENT RIVER, MD: The U.S. Navy announced that it has awarded Northrop Grumman Corp. a $3.5 billion contract to conduct the mission-systems integration for the E-130J, which will be the successor to the E-6B Mercury for the Take Charge and Move Out (TACAMO) mission. Under the contract, Northrop Grumman of Melbourne,...
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Police Investigating Burglary and Theft of Firearms from St. Mary’s County Business

Police Investigating Burglary and Theft of Firearms from St. Mary’s County Business

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Deputies were dispatched to a Charlotte Hall location for an alarm call at a business that sells guns at approximately 11:53 p.m. Friday, December 27, 2024. Upon arrival, deputies discovered the front window of GLR Enterprise shattered. A search of the premises determined no suspects were inside the store....
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VIDEO: Two Arrests in Two Days – Lexington Park Man Faces Assault and Disorderly Conduct Charges

VIDEO: Two Arrests in Two Days – Lexington Park Man Faces Assault and Disorderly Conduct Charges

Terry Jeffrey Harris Jr., 35, of Lexington Park, is facing multiple criminal charges after two separate incidents resulted in his arrest on December 24 and December 25, 2024. The charges, filed in the District Court of St. Mary’s County, include second-degree assault and disorderly conduct. According to court documents, the first incident occurred on...
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Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department Proudly Places New Engine in Service and Dedicates Apparatus to Charter Members

Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department Proudly Places New Engine in Service and Dedicates Apparatus to Charter Members

On the morning of Christmas Eve, December 24th, 2024, at 10:13, Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department Engine 71 was placed In-Service, ready to serve St. Mary’s County! The designation “Engine 71” has been taken out of retirement, and bestowed upon our newest engine as a dedication to our Charter Members. Two of our operational Charter...
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UPDATE: Four Brothers Charged and Four Guns Recovered After High-Speed Chase and Crash

UPDATE: Four Brothers Charged and Four Guns Recovered After High-Speed Chase and Crash

UPDATE 12/27/2024: A fourth individual, identified as Deondre Maceo Straughn, 18, of Saint Inigoes, has been arrested following an incident on November 28, 2024, involving multiple firearms violations and a high-speed police chase that ended in a crash. Deondre Maceo Straughn joins his brothers, Tireke Allen Straughn, 21, Tywon Deontae Straughn, 23, both of...
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UPDATE: 19-Year-Old Shot in Hollywood: Eight Weeks Later, No Arrests and No Answers from Police

UPDATE: 19-Year-Old Shot in Hollywood: Eight Weeks Later, No Arrests and No Answers from Police

UPDATE: More than Eight weeks have passed since a 19-year-old man was shot in Hollywood, leading to a high-speed chase involving multiple law enforcement agencies, yet no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. Although police have identified the shooter in court documents, no charges have been filed, and authorities have not...
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