On April 4, 2022, Joseph B. Baker Sr. passionately known as “Mickey” passed away peacefully at the age of 80, at his home in Clements, Maryland surrounded by his beloved wife and children. Joseph was born August 3, 1941, in Chaptico, Maryland to the late James Richard and Catherine Countiss-Baker, raised as the seventh...
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Ralph Joseph Russo, of Valley Lee, MD passed away on April 6, 2022 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD surrounded by his family. He was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Joseph John Russo and Philomena Mae (Mancini) Russo. Ralph proudly served in the U.S. Navy for four years and then served...
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Donald Eugene Mastracco, Jr., 70, of Piney Point, MD, passed away on April 3, 2022. Donald, known as “Don” or “Butch”, was born on January 23, 1952, to Donald and Betty Mastracco in Washington, D.C. After graduating from Crossland High School in 1970, he went on to study at Frostburg State University. Don would...
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Frederick John Pelican, 70 of California, MD passed on April 1, 2022 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. He was born on January 16, 1952 in Natrona, PA to the late Theodore Pelican and Ann Witucki. Frederick lived in St. Mary’s County, MD for the last 15 years moving from Germany. He married...
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Edward Robert Gryszkiewicz, Jr. passed away on April 1, 2022. He was born on November 27, 1957, to the late Delores Gryszkiewicz and Edward R. Gryszkiewicz, Sr. Ed was a resident of St. Mary’s County with his wife Cyndi, the love of his life for 22 years. Ed drove trucks his whole life and...
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Ronald (Ronnie) Albert King, Sr., 75, of Hughesville, MD formerly of Golden Beach, Mechanicsville, MD passed away peacefully on April 7, 2022. Ronnie was born on February 23, 1947, in Washington D.C. to Charles Harold King and Elsie Mae (Seaborn) King and was one of eleven children. He is survived by his wife of...
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Mabel Loretta Cheseldine Hayden, 99, of Leonardtown, MD passed away peacefully on April 4, 2022 with her loving family at her side. She was born on March 2, 1923 in Avenue, MD to the late Garrett Cheseldine and Mary Lillian Gass. She loved God and her family. At the age of 7 she began...
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Clifford Elmer Berry, 76, of Pomfret, MD, passed away on March 30, 2022. Clifford was born on July 26, 1945, to Willard and Clara Berry in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Cliff was a welder and equipment mechanic for the DC Government. After retiring from the government he went into business for himself repairing and installing commercial...
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Brian Anthony Flannery, Jr., 64, of Hughesville, MD, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2022. On December 21, 1957, Brian was born to Brian and Magdalene Flannery in Baltimore, MD. Brian was a natural-born salesman and spent most of his career in the automotive industry in aftermarket sales. He enjoyed socializing, skiing, fishing, boating, riding...
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James Michael “Jimmy” Brown, 79, of Leonardtown, MD passed away peacefully on March 24, 2022 at his home with his loving family at his side. He was born on May 11, 1942 in Park Hall, MD to the late James Harden Brown and Laura Mildred Wise Brown. Jimmy was born and raised in St....
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Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney Anne Colt Leitess announced today that Kimberly Windsor, 47, of Linthicum Heights entered a guilty plea to second degree murder in the death of her mother, Carol Windsor. The defendant will be sentenced on July 12, 2022. “This is truly heartbreaking,” said State’s Attorney Anne Colt Leitess. “The defendant...
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On Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at approximately 1:25 p.m., police responded to the Chesapeake Rail Trail, for the check the welfare. The 911 caller reported an unknown aged male was walking in the marsh and then sat down, causing the 911 caller to lose sight of the subject. Deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s...
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The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County will hold a Public Hearing Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at the Chopticon High School, 25390 Colton Point Road, Morganza, MD 20660, to consider adoption of: #1 Constant Yield Tax Rate (“Real Property Tax Increase”) #2 St. Mary’s County Fees & Charges for the following Departments:...
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To help mothers and their babies get off to a good start, the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center recently launched a regional Baby Closet to assist families with diapers, wipes and more. Located in the Irene Davis Building at 6 Garrett Avenue in La Plata, the closet is a partnership with Maryland...
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U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis sentenced Charles Benjamin Stewart, Jr., age 49, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, on April 18, 2022, to eight years in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release for conspiracy to distribute heroin and cocaine; for illegally transporting a firearm obtained out of state; and for possession with intent...
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U.S. District Judge Stephanie A. Gallagher sentenced Kyle Elio Ripper, age 25, of Laurel, Maryland, to 188 months in federal prison, followed by 25 years of supervised release, for enticement of a minor to engage in illegal sexual activity, specifically, production of child pornography. Judge Gallagher also ordered Ripper to pay $36,000 in restitution...
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MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is pleased to welcome fellowship-trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon Samer Jabbour, MD. He specializes in breast reconstruction, microsurgery, body contouring and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Jabbour is dedicated to transforming the lives of breast cancer patients and performs an array of cutting-edge procedures including autologous transplantation, oncoplastic reconstruction and implant-based...
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On April 19 at 3:37 a.m., officers from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office initiated a traffic stop in the area of Crain Highway in the area of Talbot Street, in La Plata for a speeding violation. The vehicle displayed a fraudulent temporary registration plate and the driver did not possess a driver’s license. A...
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By Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Lieutenant Scot Best, April 20, 2022. “Every year, wildfires burn across the United States, and a growing number of people are living where wildfires are a real risk. In 2018, more than 58,000 fires burned nearly nine million acres across the U.S. More than 25,000 structures were destroyed, including...
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On Saturday, April 16 at 2:43 a.m., officers responded to the 2800 block of Homette Place in Waldorf for the report of a home invasion. A preliminary investigation revealed two unknown suspects forced entry into a trailer. Once inside, they pointed guns at the occupants and demanded valuables. They stole money from the victims...
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On Friday, April 15, 2022, at 10:55 pm, Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a shooting complaint at the 45300 block of Columbus Drive in Lexington Park. Upon investigation, an apartment’s storm door was struck by a projectile, but no injuries were reported. On Sunday, April 17, 2022, at 5:09 am, deputies responded to a...
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St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) will open the 2022–2023 online Common Application for Pre-Kindergarten and Head Start on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. The Pre-Kindergarten programs provide high-quality early learning experiences to help children develop the basic skills and concepts necessary for success in kindergarten. Families of age-appropriate children in St. Mary’s County may submit...
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Calvert County Commission for Women, Calvert County Health Department and CalvertHealth Medical Center are teaming up for the 7th Annual Women’s Health Expo, to be held on the medical center campus on May 10 from 2:30-6:30 p.m. Many women have put off or delayed annual screenings and wellness exams due to the pandemic. According...
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On Tuesday, April 19, 2022., U.S. District Judge George J. Hazel sentenced Earl Leroy Griffin, Jr., age 45, of Sunderland, Maryland, to 15 years in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for being a felon in possession of a firearm. A federal jury convicted Griffin of that charge on December 17,...
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Calvert County Government has been experiencing a labor shortage within the Calvert County Department of Parks & Recreation; labor shortages are being felt throughout the United States. To provide the best possible experience for facility patrons, the Calvert County Department of Parks & Recreation announces that it will adjust hours and services of various...
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