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Edward Joseph Solkowski

Edward Joseph Solkowski

Edward Joseph Solkowski of Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, passed away on April 13, 2026. He was born on August 18, 1948, in New Jersey, to Sophia (Konici) and Joseph Solkowski. Edward’s family moved to New Hyde Park, New York, where he attended school. After earning his Bachelor of Science from Stony Brook University, he accepted...
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Lawrence (Larry) Calvert Marquess Jr., 71,

Lawrence (Larry) Calvert Marquess Jr., 71,

Lawrence (Larry) Calvert Marquess Jr., 71, of Alexandria, Virginia, died peacefully on April 10, 2026, after battling a recurrence of cancer. Larry was born on December 24, 1954, and was a graduate of St. Mary’s Ryken High School in Leonardtown, Maryland. He earned a bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature from the University...
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Deborah Jean Isreal

Deborah Jean Isreal

With heavy hearts, we celebrate the life of Deborah Jean Isreal, who passed away on April 8, 2026, at the age of 60. Born on December 1, 1965, in Prince George’s County, Maryland, Jeanie lived a life that was anything but ordinary. She brought love, laughter, and just the right amount of spice wherever she...
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Cleveland Thomas Riddle, 87,

Cleveland Thomas Riddle, 87,

Cleveland Thomas Riddle, 87 of Tracy’s Landing, MD, known to all as “Jimmy” and “Jim”, passed away on April 6, 2026, after a long battle with COPD and most recently a cancer diagnosis. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, Uncle, and friend. He was well known for his musical talents, HVAC...
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Kathryn Porter “Kitty” Martin, 69,

Kathryn Porter “Kitty” Martin, 69,

Kathryn Porter “Kitty” Martin, 69, of Chesapeake Beach passed away April 5, 2026. She was born February 1, 1957, in Washington, DC to Robert Sherwood and Jacqueline Dickie (Lanier) Porter. Kitty grew up in Falls Church, VA and graduated from George Mason High School and Indiana University. She married Neville Martin on May 16,...
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UPDATE: Lexington Park Man Sentenced to 10 Days in Animal Cruelty Case Involving Abandoned Dogs

UPDATE: Lexington Park Man Sentenced to 10 Days in Animal Cruelty Case Involving Abandoned Dogs

UPDATE 4/28/2026: Tre Matthew Fear, 25, of Lexington Park, was found guilty on multiple animal cruelty charges on April 28, 2026, following two separate investigations into the treatment of dogs at his residence. The case, heard in District Court for St. Mary’s County, stems from a November 7, 2025 incident in which authorities said...
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Semi-Retired Waldorf Writer Claims $100,000 Top-Prize on 50X the Cash Scratch-Off

Semi-Retired Waldorf Writer Claims $100,000 Top-Prize on 50X the Cash Scratch-Off

A semi-retired writer from Waldorf just took home a win of a lifetime. It was as if she were writing this story herself, as she said she always knew she would win a big Lottery prize one day. Her story arc reached a peak April 24 when she claimed a $100,000 top prize on...
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Opioid Manufacturer Purdue Pharma Sentenced, Ordered to Pay Over $5 Billion for Fraud and Kickback Conspiracies

Opioid Manufacturer Purdue Pharma Sentenced, Ordered to Pay Over $5 Billion for Fraud and Kickback Conspiracies

Opioid manufacturer Purdue Pharma LP (Purdue) was sentenced in federal court in Newark, New Jersey, and ordered to pay criminal penalties of over $5 billion for its role in fueling the opioid epidemic. “Purdue Pharma put profits over patient health and safety,” said Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. “The company willfully rejected the law...
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Benedict’s 3rd Annual Catfish Tournament Set for May 2, 2026

Benedict’s 3rd Annual Catfish Tournament Set for May 2, 2026

Anglers are invited to take part in Benedict’s 3rd Annual Catfish Tournament on Saturday, May 2, 2026, with a rain date scheduled for May 9. The tournament will take place along the Patuxent River, with fishing hours running from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Participants will then head to the firehouse for weigh-in from...
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P-8A Poseidon Reaches IOC with Increment 3 Block 2 Modifications

P-8A Poseidon Reaches IOC with Increment 3 Block 2 Modifications

The U.S. Navy declared Initial Operational Capability (IOC) for the P-8A Poseidon Increment 3 Block 2 (Inc 3 Blk 2) system. This significant milestone was achieved after the initial phase of Initial Operational Test performed by Air Test and Evaluation Squadron One (VX-1) with support from the Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft Program Office...
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Mechanicsville Man, Charlotte Hall Man Charged After Assault and Property Damage at Park-and-Ride

Mechanicsville Man, Charlotte Hall Man Charged After Assault and Property Damage at Park-and-Ride

Zachary Dylan Ward, 27, of Mechanicsville, and Bryan Keith Kelley, 36, of Charlotte Hall, are facing multiple criminal charges including assault, theft, and property destruction following an alleged incident at a Charlotte Hall park-and-ride, according to court documents. Charging documents state that Ward is charged with malicious destruction of property valued over $1,000, second-degree...
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California Woman Charged with Assault After Domestic Incident in St. Mary’s County

California Woman Charged with Assault After Domestic Incident in St. Mary’s County

Chanel Amber Mnych, 34, of California, is facing a charge of second-degree assault following a reported domestic incident on April 24, 2026, in St. Mary’s County. According to court documents, deputies with the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to Leyland Street in California for a reported domestic assault. The adult male victim told...
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St. Mary’s County Commissioner Meeting Rollup – April 28th, 2026

St. Mary’s County Commissioner Meeting Rollup – April 28th, 2026

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 Sexual Assault Awareness Month, National Child Abuse Prevention Month, Law Day, Hurricane Preparedness Week, and Stroke Awareness Month. During County Administrator Time, the Commissioners took the following action: Reviewed future...
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Mechanicsville Man Charged After Deputy Reports Cocaine Found in Vehicle

Mechanicsville Man Charged After Deputy Reports Cocaine Found in Vehicle

James Donald Dickerson Jr., 32, of Mechanicsville, is facing drug-related charges after a late-night traffic stop on April 24, 2026, in St. Mary’s County, according to court documents. Dickerson is charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance not cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. The charges stem from an incident that occurred around...
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Woman Arrested After Pepper Spraying Employees During Armed Robbery of Beauty Supply Store in Waldorf

Woman Arrested After Pepper Spraying Employees During Armed Robbery of Beauty Supply Store in Waldorf

Diamond Markevia Shepard, 31, of Fort Washington, and Amonie Lashawn Anderson, 23, of Washington, D.C., have both been charged in connection with a theft and assault incident at two Waldorf businesses on April 24, 2026, according to court documents. Shepard is facing charges of armed robbery, two counts of second-degree assault, theft scheme involving...
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Waldorf Man Charged With 82 Counts of Violating Protective Order in St. Mary’s County

Waldorf Man Charged With 82 Counts of Violating Protective Order in St. Mary’s County

Calvin Ross, 42, of Waldorf, is facing 82 counts of violating a protective order following a series of alleged incidents in St. Mary’s County, according to court documents. Ross was charged in two separate cases filed in the District Court for St. Mary’s County on April 23, 2026, and April 24, 2026. The charges...
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Mechanicsville Woman Charged After Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Discovery

Mechanicsville Woman Charged After Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Discovery

April Marie Quade, 29, of Mechanicsville, is charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance not cannabis and possession of CDS paraphernalia following an April 23, 2026 arrest in St. Mary’s County, according to court documents. The charges stem from a traffic stop that occurred around 9:11 a.m. on April 23, 2026, on Loveville...
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Wanted Mechanicsville Man Arrested on Drug Charges Following Wawa Trespassing Call

Wanted Mechanicsville Man Arrested on Drug Charges Following Wawa Trespassing Call

Michael Anthony Hyde, 33, of no fixed address, was arrested in St. Mary’s County on April 23, 2026, and is facing charges of possession of a controlled dangerous substance not cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia, according to court documents. According to the statement of probable cause, deputies with the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s...
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Waldorf Man Arrested After Disturbance at Ridge Shopping Area

Waldorf Man Arrested After Disturbance at Ridge Shopping Area

Christopher Robinson, 33, of Waldorf, is facing multiple charges including trespassing on private property, fraud involving personal identification to avoid prosecution, resisting or interfering with arrest, possession of a controlled dangerous substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia, according to court documents. The charges stem from an incident on April 23, 2026, in the Ridge...
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Navy Shore Enterprise Announces 2025 Sailor of the Year

Navy Shore Enterprise Announces 2025 Sailor of the Year

Spanning 70 installations worldwide, the Navy’s Shore Enterprise serves as the critical launchpad for global fleet operations, this week, it recognized its premier enlisted leader. Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) announced Navy Counselor 1st Class Frederick L. Salazar, representing Naval District Washington as the 2025 Shore Enterprise Sailor of the Year. Emerging from a...
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St. Mary’s County Republican Central Condemns Ineffectual Supermajority Democrat Policies in 2026 General Assembly Session

St. Mary’s County Republican Central Condemns Ineffectual Supermajority Democrat Policies in 2026 General Assembly Session

The St. Mary’s County Republican Central Committee (RCC) strongly condemns the ineffectual policies of the supermajority Democrats during the 2026 Legislative Session. From the very beginning of session, the Democrats prioritized national and international politics over real and actionable state issues. They pushed to disenfranchise a significant portion of the Maryland population with an...
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Waldorf Man Arrested After $43 Theft at Target and Providing Fake Name to Police

Waldorf Man Arrested After $43 Theft at Target and Providing Fake Name to Police

Adam McKinley Washington, 32, of Waldorf, is facing a misdemeanor theft charge after an alleged shoplifting incident at a retail store in Waldorf on April 7, 2026. Washington is charged with theft less than $100.00 following the incident, which was investigated by the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. According to charging documents, the incident occurred...
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Southern Maryland Cheer Team Wins World Championship Cheer Title!

Southern Maryland Cheer Team Wins World Championship Cheer Title!

Cheer Extreme Allstars – Calvert (CEA Calvert) proudly celebrates a major victory on the world stage as its team, Black Ice, secured 1st place in the Senior Co-ed Small Level 3 Division at the 2026 All Star World Championship. Competing against top teams from across the country and around the world, Black Ice delivered...
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R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center Honors 51 Trauma Professionals, First Responders Who Saved the Life of a Critically Injured Teenager

R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center Honors 51 Trauma Professionals, First Responders Who Saved the Life of a Critically Injured Teenager

The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) tonight honored 51 trauma professionals and first responders who saved the life of a 16-year-old Montgomery County high school student who was on the brink of death after being shot at a party in 2024. More than 700 people attended the trauma...
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Public Comment Sought for 2027 Maryland State Forest Work Plans

Public Comment Sought for 2027 Maryland State Forest Work Plans

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is seeking public comment on the proposed fiscal year 2027 Annual Work Plans for the following state forests: Chesapeake/Pocomoke, Green Ridge, Potomac-Garrett, and Savage River. The comment period concludes May 29, 2026. Annual work plans help the department identify priorities within the scope of the forests’ long-range management. They address...
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