On Thursday, November 21, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., as firefighters and emergency medical services returned to service from the previously serious motor vehicle, crews were alerted to the area of Leonardtown Road and Old Washington Road in Waldorf, for a motor vehicle collision with injuries. Firefighters arrived on the scene within minutes to find...
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In a poignant commemoration of lives lost to homicide, community members are cordially invited to participate in the 23rd Annual Silent Angel Memorial hosted by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at 6 p.m., at the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department at 46900 South Shangri La Drive, Lexington Park....
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Two adults and one juvenile were taken into custody Thursday, November 21, 2024, following a joint operation between local police and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). In collaboration with the ATF, the Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division executed search warrants at three St. Mary’s County residences. Bruce Bernard Franks, 32,...
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UPDATE 11/21/2024: A Charles County man has been arrested and charged following the tragic shooting death of his 15-year-old stepson, Michael Edward Clemons, at their home on November 20, 2024. Darshan Eric Williams, 48, of La Plata, is facing charges of second-degree murder, firearm use in the commission of a felony, first-degree assault, and...
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On Thursday, November 21, 2024, at approximately 6:00 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of St. Charles Parkway and Demarr Road, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. A short time after initial dispatch, the incident was upgraded to a serious motor vehicle collision with entrapment. Crews quickly...
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UPDATE -11/21/2024: On Thursday, November 21, 2024, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Eugene Terrill Harris, 32, of Glen Burnie, Maryland, in connection with a shooting that occurred on November 9, 2024, in Lexington Park that involved a 36-year-old man who walked into the Lexington Park Rescue Squad after being shot. Detectives from...
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On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, a school resource officer at Mattawoman Middle School was made aware of an incident that occurred during school dismissal on November 18. In this case, three students, ages 13, approached another student and forcibly stole their name-brand ski mask. The SRO initiated an investigation and identified the involved students....
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Data collected by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Old Dominion University show the volume of hypoxia—waters with less than 2 mg/l oxygen—was generally near or below average in the Chesapeake Bay mainstem of Maryland and Virginia in 2024. For the year, hypoxia volumes were larger than average in May and early June,...
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The Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack has joined forces with a local middle school student to organize a donation drive for the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. The initiative aims to support veterans by collecting essential items and comforts. Requested Donations Include: Toiletries: Sensitive skin lotions/body wash, electric or disposable razors, aftershave balm, alcohol-free mouthwash,...
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‘Tis the season for holiday cheer, quality time with loved ones, and festive fun for all ages! Join us for the annual Solomons Christmas Walk—a magical evening that invites you to experience the museum in a whole new light after hours. Plus, make sure to stop by the Museum Store on Museum Store Sunday...
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Supreme Court of Maryland Chief Justice Matthew J. Fader has named Judge Joseph M. Stanalonis as county administrative judge for the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County. The designation of Judge Stanalonis is effective November 20, 2024. Judge Stanalonis has been serving as the acting county administrative judge since the passing of County Administrative...
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On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at approximately 1:30 a.m., unknown suspects broke into a gun shop in the 10500 block of Theodore Green Boulevard in White Plains. More than 100 guns have been stolen. Investigators are working with the ATF and ask anyone with information to contact Detective Furr at 301-609-6457. Tipsters who want...
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UPDATE 11/21/2024: After 20 days, following a review of weather and ground conditions, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources has rescinded a statewide ban on open-air burning that was implemented to prevent the spread of wildfires across the state. Extremely dry conditions that had persisted throughout the year led to an above average number of wildfires...
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Becomes second Waldorf resident to claim third-tier Powerball prize in a week. A Charles County resident who plays family members’ ages on her Powerball tickets secured a $50,000 third-tier win in the Oct. 19 drawing. Many players use a relative’s birth date, but the lucky lady won using a combination of ages of her...
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Marjorie Ridgell, 92, of Scotland, MD, passed away on November 15, 2024, in Scotland, MD. Born on October 5, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Adelaide and Linwood Trossbach. Marjorie was the loving wife of the late Charles E. Ridgell, Jr. She is survived by her children, Beverly and John A. Morrison...
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Joan Patricia Welty Lacey, 89, of Bushwood, Maryland, peacefully passed away at home on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Joan was born on May 21, 1935, at her family home on 39 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, DC. She was the daughter of the late George Henry Welty and Lottie May Adams Welty. Joan was...
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David Gary Long, 71, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away on November 9, 2024 at his home. Born on February 4, 1953, in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of the late John Richard and Joan Elizabeth (Newell) Long. David is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Alma Rose Long (Wathen), whom he...
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Steven Lee Walters Sunrise- September 15, 1951 Sunset- November 6, 2024 Suddenly, at home, on November 6, 2024, Steven Lee Walters, “Steve”, was called home to be with the Lord. Steve leaves behind his loving wife, Janet, who he met in Scotland whilst serving in the United States Navy. He was such a patriot...
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Services for Kimberly will be livestreamed on the Rausch Funeral Home Facebook page, starting at around 5:45 P.M. LINK: https://www.facebook.com/RauschFH Please refresh your feed if you cannot see the video. Kimberly Dawn Allen, 61, of Dunkirk, MD, passed away November 16, 2024 at her home. She was born on August 31, 1963, in Calvert County,...
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Norman Elliott Dove, 89, of Broomes Island, Maryland passed away on November 16, 2024 in Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Norman was born on August 6, 1935 in Calvert County, to the late Elmer Merton, and Genevieve Elliott Dove. Norman is preceded in death by his wife, Joan May Dove and his siblings: Monroe Dove,...
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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Betty Lee Hughes. Betty was born on August 20, 1934, to Charles A. Wriggleworth and Ethel J. Wrigglesworth in Washington DC. She married the love of her life, Arthur Francis Hughes, on January 19, 1955. Together they raised a family...
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Melinda Bellafronte passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024 in Leonardtown, MD. She was born on April 27, 1956 to James Otis and Georgia Leona Clark. Melinda was a loving mother, sister, and friend. She enjoyed knitting, reading, and gardening. Close family said in tribute: “I’ll always remember Melinda as being kind.” She was...
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As inspired by Dylan Thomas, David “Dwight” MacRae did not go gentle into that good night, he raged against the dying of the light. Dwight passed peacefully on Nov 13th, 2024. He loved life, he loved his wife, and he loved his family and friends with all his heart. He was a fighter, he...
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Frank Ronald Seckler, 86, joined his wife Eileen in heaven on November 18, 2024, after battling an illness. He was born August 29, 1938, in Jackson, MI, where he grew up. At his death, he was surrounded by his loving family. Frank was a humble soul who significantly impacted the lives he touched. He...
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Lisa Marie Burch, 48 of Monroeville, PA passed away on November 14, 2024 at UMPC Presbyterian Hospital. She was born on February 8, 1976 in Baltimore City, Maryland to Joseph Edward Wathen Barbara Ann Wood. Lisa was a very kind loving and compassionate person who always thought of the needs of others above her...
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