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Carolyn Sue “Susie” Campbell, 70,

Carolyn Sue “Susie” Campbell, 70,

Carolyn Sue “Susie” Campbell, 70, of Lusby, MD passed away on June 6, 2024 at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center. Born November 13, 1953 in Helena, AR, she was the daughter of Betty Jean Morris and the late George Rabon Hill. Susie graduated from Elaine High School in 1971. She was a homemaker and...
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Gary Alan Rose, 76,

Gary Alan Rose, 76,

Gary Alan Rose, 76, of Prince Frederick, Maryland passed away on June 6, 2024.  Born in Torrington, Connecticut on January 25, 1948, to Ernest Joseph and Astrid Esther (Aronson) Rose, Gary was the youngest of three children. On August 22, 1970, he married Linda Lou Forrest, the love of his life, who preceded him...
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Margaret “Maggie” Frances Dawson, 75,

Margaret “Maggie” Frances Dawson, 75,

Margaret “Maggie” Frances Dawson, 75, of Friendship passed away June 5, 2024. She was born June 14, 1948, in Washington, DC. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert (Buck) Ourand and Frances Helen Nice, and her husband, James Ronald Dawson. She is survived by her children Richard Alan Smith, James Andrew Dawson,...
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Michelle Francine Cutler, 66,

Michelle Francine Cutler, 66,

Michelle Francine Cutler, 66, of Chaptico, MD was called home to the Lord on June 5th, 2024 at her home with her loving family by her side. Born on March 19th, 1958, in Washington D.C. to Fredrick Alfred Eversberg and Doris Elsie Dawson. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Gary Cutler...
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Francis Dellie Woodburn, 96,

Francis Dellie Woodburn, 96,

Francis Dellie Woodburn, 96, of Great Mills, MD passed away peacefully on June 2, 2024 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD. Born on April 22, 1928 in Great Mills, MD, he was the son of the late Mary Ruth Norris Woodburn and Richard Dellie Woodburn. He was the loving husband of Jean...
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Francis Donald Birch, 90,

Francis Donald Birch, 90,

Francis Donald Birch, 90, of St. Mary’s City, passed away peacefully at his home on June 13, 2024, surrounded by family.  He was born December 2, 1933, in Pearson, MD, now part of NAS Patuxent River.  Donald was a graduate of Great Mills High School and a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County.  He...
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Michael Joseph Lizbinski, Sr., 81

Michael Joseph Lizbinski, Sr., 81

Michael Joseph Lizbinski, Sr., 81, passed away peacefully at his river-view home in Breton Beach in the loving care of his wife, Sarah Lizbinski, and son, Michael Lizbinski, Jr.  He was born in Kelyares, Pennsylvania to Mary (Wojslaw) Lizbinski and Adam Lizbinski on December 18, 1942. His parents came from Poland, his father was...
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James Anthony (Jimmy) Turner, 86,

James Anthony (Jimmy) Turner, 86,

James Anthony (Jimmy) Turner, 86 of Mechanicsville, MD, died on Sunday, June 9, 2024 with his loving family by his side at home from declining health resulting from Alzheimer’s/stroke. Born September 12, 1937, at Leonardtown Hospital, he was the son of the late Eunice A. and Sydney J. Turner. He is survived by his...
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Doris Lorain Lam, age 89,

Doris Lorain Lam, age 89,

Doris Lorain Lam, age 89, of Brandywine, MD, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 7, 2024. Doris was born on February 3, 1935, in Brandywine, MD to Charles and Ora Hyde. Doris loved to cook, bake, and host family gatherings. Most of all though she enjoyed spending time with her family. Whether it was...
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Terry Wayne Hynson, 64,

Terry Wayne Hynson, 64,

Terry Wayne Hynson, 64 of Clinton, MD, died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Terry was born January 11, 1960, in Washington DC. He was the son of the late Walter Lee Hynson, Sr. and Carol Perrie. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Walter Lee Hynson, Jr.; and...
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No Injuries Reported After Early Morning House Fire in Leonardtown, State Fire Marshal Investigating

No Injuries Reported After Early Morning House Fire in Leonardtown, State Fire Marshal Investigating

On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at approximately 4:02 a.m., firefighters from Leonardtown, Hollywood, Bay District, Seventh District, and Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Departments responded to the 23000 block of North Montague Drive in Leonardtown, for the reported house on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a two-story residence with fire showing from the...
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Motorcyclist Flown to Trauma Center After Striking Deer in Mechanicsville

Motorcyclist Flown to Trauma Center After Striking Deer in Mechanicsville

On Monday, June 17, 2024, at approximately 10:02 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Three Notch Road and Flora Corner Road in Mechanicsville, for the motor vehicle collision involving a motorcyclist with one reportedly unconscious. Crews arrived on the scene to find a motorcyclist off the roadway after striking...
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Police Investigating Suspect Killed During Attempted Armed Robbery in Prince George’s County

Police Investigating Suspect Killed During Attempted Armed Robbery in Prince George’s County

Updated June 17, 2024: the decedent is identified as 46-year-old Eugene Moten of Washington, DC. This remains an active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact Prince George’s County Crime Solvers. The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating the death of a man outside of a home early this morning...
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California Woman Arrested After Assaulting Boyfriend and Two Police Officers

California Woman Arrested After Assaulting Boyfriend and Two Police Officers

On Friday, June 7, 2024, police responded to a residence in California for the report of a domestic assault. When police arrived, they contacted the adult male victim, who stated his girlfriend of two and a half years assaulted him. The victim said he came home from work, and Laryssa J Wall, 28, of...
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Dog & Cat Adoption Fees Waived at the St. Mary’s County Animal Adoption & Resource Center for the Remainder of June 2024 – 87 Animals Available

Dog & Cat Adoption Fees Waived at the St. Mary’s County Animal Adoption & Resource Center for the Remainder of June 2024 – 87 Animals Available

The St. Mary’s County Animal Adoption & Resources Center has announced that all dog and cat adoption fees will be waived through June 30, 2024. Adoption fees will still apply for all other animals, excluding some specific animals that have been “sponsored” and paid in advance by other residents to encourage adoption. Since opening,...
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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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Minor Injuries Reported After Serious Single Vehicle Collision on Pegg Road

Minor Injuries Reported After Serious Single Vehicle Collision on Pegg Road

On Saturday, June 15, 2024, at approximately 3:47 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Pegg Road and West Westbury Boulevard in Lexington Park, for the motor vehicle collision reported serious. 911 callers reported a single vehicle over a guardrail with one possibly unconscious and trapped. Crews arrived on the...
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Maryland Natural Resources Police Regrets to Announce Passing of K9 Badger

Maryland Natural Resources Police Regrets to Announce Passing of K9 Badger

On June 6, 2024, the Maryland Natural Resources Police said goodbye to K9 Badger. He was the trusted, faithful partner and companion to Sgt. April Sharpeta. K9 Badger, nicknamed “Honey Badger” due to his sassy personality, came to the department in 2013. He began training in tracking and articles but after a session with...
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7th District Dog Park Now Open, Work Currently Underway for 5th District Park and Dorsey Park!

7th District Dog Park Now Open, Work Currently Underway for 5th District Park and Dorsey Park!

We are so excited to open the much anticipate new dog park at 7th District Park! The dog park features two separate areas – one for small dogs and one for large dogs. Each area features a concrete, accessible pad with a pavilion and table. Additionally, each area includes a seated bench, leash post,...
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Calvert County Public Safety Promotes Heat Safety to Combat Risks of Summer Heat

Calvert County Public Safety Promotes Heat Safety to Combat Risks of Summer Heat

The Calvert County Department of Public Safety is urging residents to prioritize heat safety to protect themselves and their loved ones as summer brings sweltering temperatures. Excessive heat, particularly when combined with high humidity, can lead to serious health risks, including heat-related illnesses. Vulnerable populations such as the elderly, infants and children, and those...
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Police Investigating Utility Worker Struck by Vehicle by Suspected Impaired Driver in Lexington Park

Police Investigating Utility Worker Struck by Vehicle by Suspected Impaired Driver in Lexington Park

On Saturday, June 15, 2024, at approximately 12:08 a.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to Three Notch Road and St. James Church Road in Lexington Park, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. Crews arrived on the scene to find a BMW sedan was travelling on Mattapany Road when the operator...
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14-Year-Old Transported With Minor Burns After Grilling Accident in Lexington Park

14-Year-Old Transported With Minor Burns After Grilling Accident in Lexington Park

On Friday, June 14, 2024, at approximately 7:20 p.m., fire and rescue personnel responded to the 46000 block of Yorktown Road in Lexington Park, for the reported burns/explosion. The 911 caller reported a 14-year-old female had significant burns to her face and was having trouble breathing. A helicopter was placed on standby. Firefighters arrived...
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2nd Alarm Sounded for Apartment Fire with Entrapment in Waldorf

2nd Alarm Sounded for Apartment Fire with Entrapment in Waldorf

On Sunday, June 16, 2024, at approximately 4:03 p.m., firefighters were dispatched to the Morningside Apartments located at 70 Village Street in Waldorf, for the reported commercial structure fire with multiple subjects trapped. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 4-story apartment complex with nothing evident from multiple sides. Upon entering the structure,...
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Police Respond to Vehicle Into a Building in Bushwood

Police Respond to Vehicle Into a Building in Bushwood

On Sunday, June 16, 2024, at approximately 9:50 a.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to Captain Sam’s located at 22664 Colton Point Road in Bushwood, for the reported vehicle into the building. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single vehicle into the unoccupied building next to Captain Sam’s with the single...
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Police Investigating Two Southern Maryland Men Killed at a Car Meet in Accokeek

Police Investigating Two Southern Maryland Men Killed at a Car Meet in Accokeek

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a double fatal shooting at a car meet in Accokeek. The victims are 48-year-old Sheldon Proctor of Waldorf and 55-year-old Patrick Savoy of Charlotte Hall. A third victim, an adult male, was also shot. His injuries are not considered life-threatening. A reward of up...
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