Phyllis Ann Sorrells, 88, of Clinton, MD, peacefully passed away on December 21, 2024. On May 3, 1936, Phyllis was born to William “Bill” and Edna Ramsey in Beckley, WV. On May 12, 1951, Phyllis married the love of her life, Robert Sorrells. The two were blessed with five children, Stephanie Bedwell (Marcus) of...
Read More »
John Albert Kendall, Jr. (80) from Mechanicsville, MD, (formerly from Suitland, MD) was called home by his heavenly father on December 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 6, 1944, to John Albert Kendall, Sr. and Betty Louise (Norris) Kendall in Washington, D.C. He was married on April 10,...
Read More »
Clair Martin Loughmiller Jr., 76 of Solomons, MD, passed away on November 21, 2024, at Solomon’s Nursing Center. Clair, affectionately known as Marty, was born on July 21, 1948, to Clair Martin Loughmiller Sr. and Hazel Lucille Loughmiller. Marty was blessed with two children, Bruce M. Loughmiller of Springfield, VA, and Yvonne M. Donley...
Read More »
Elizabeth “Bet” Pace Marsh, 72 of Hollywood, MD passed away on December 5, 2024 at St. Marys Nursing Center in Leonardtown, MD. after a several year’s long fight with Corticobasal Degeneration. She was born on October 12, 1952 in Riverton, NJ to the late Harvey Melburn Pace and May Ward Pace. On November 21,...
Read More »
Janice “Jan” Ann Kaplan, 76 of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on November 28, 2024 at St. Mary’s Nursing Center. She was born on September 4, 1948 in Wilmington, DE to the late George W. Latchford and Eleanor Florence (nee: Hazewski) Latchford. Jan is a 1966 graduate of Crossland High School (the first graduating class)...
Read More »
After serving the Office of the State Fire Marshal and the citizens of Maryland for just over eight years, Acceleration Detection Canine Zorro retired on December 31, 2024. During his career, K-9 Zorro and his handler, Deputy Chief Fire Marshal and OSFM K9 Commander John Nelson, have responded to and assisted investigators on countless...
Read More »
UPDATE 1/2/2024: Timothy Ignatius Gatton, 22, of Lexington Park, was arrested on January 1, 2025, for domestic assault, child abuse, and firearm-related violations. According to the police report, a deputy from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence on Oxford Court in Lexington Park after receiving a report of an assault...
Read More »
On Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at approximately 3:19 a.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the intersection of Three Notch Road and Pegg Road, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad Ambulance 389 located the collision, and requested the Motor Vehicle Collision assignment. Firefighters arrived on...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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. –...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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,...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
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...
Read More »
