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La Plata Man Faces Multiple Felony Drug and Firearms Charges After Police Raid

La Plata Man Faces Multiple Felony Drug and Firearms Charges After Police Raid

Bruce Robinson, 57, of La Plata, has been charged with 14 criminal offenses, including multiple drug trafficking and firearms violations, following a police raid at his home on May 30, 2025. According to court documents filed in the District Court for Charles County, the charges stem from the execution of a search warrant carried...
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Lusby Woman Facing Multiple Criminal Charges in St. Mary’s and Calvert Counties

Lusby Woman Facing Multiple Criminal Charges in St. Mary’s and Calvert Counties

Courtney Lauren Turner, 32, of Lusby, is facing a series of criminal charges stemming from three separate incidents across St. Mary’s and Calvert counties in 2024 and 2025. According to court documents, the charges against Turner include malicious destruction of property, second-degree assault, affray, and several traffic-related offenses. Each case remains open as of...
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Maryland State Police Investigating Double Fatal Crash in Anne Arundel County on I-97

Maryland State Police Investigating Double Fatal Crash in Anne Arundel County on I-97

Maryland State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Tuesday night, June 17th, 2025, in Anne Arundel County. The deceased are identified as Thomas Oliver Sellman III, 30, of Churchton, Maryland, and Marcus Eric James Jr, 29, of Shady Side, Maryland. Sellman and James were pronounced deceased on the scene by emergency medical...
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No Injuries Reported After Early Morning RV Fire in Charlotte Hall Damages Residence

No Injuries Reported After Early Morning RV Fire in Charlotte Hall Damages Residence

On Thursday, June 19, 2025, at approximately 3:57 a.m., firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 14000 block of Scalloway Place in Charlotte Hall, for the reported structure on fire. 911 callers reported a large RV was on fire and threatening the residence, with subjects attempting to put the fire out with a...
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Moped Operator Killed After Being Struck by Truck in Great Mills

Moped Operator Killed After Being Struck by Truck in Great Mills

On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at approximately 5:54 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded the area of Chancellors Run Road and Longfields Boulevard in Great Mills, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a moped with one unconscious. Crews quickly arrived on the scene to confirm a single truck struck a moped, with...
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Lexington Park Man Accused of Multiple Thefts and Assaults in Flag Removal Incidents

Lexington Park Man Accused of Multiple Thefts and Assaults in Flag Removal Incidents

Jeffrey Austin Frye, 28, of Lexington Park, is facing a number of criminal charges in St. Mary’s County stemming from multiple incidents involving theft, assault, burglary, and violation of a protective order, according to court documents filed in four separate criminal cases. Frye was arrested on June 15, 2025, by the St. Mary’s County...
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$20,000 Mega Millions Ticket Sold in PG County, Jackpot Reaches $302 Million

$20,000 Mega Millions Ticket Sold in PG County, Jackpot Reaches $302 Million

If you purchased a Mega Millions ticket for last night’s drawing, you might want to check the ticket as a $20,000 winning ticket was sold in Prince George’s County. The third-tier prize was sold at Landover Liquors at 6504 Landover Road in Cheverly. The winning numbers for the June 17 drawing are: 16, 23, 39,...
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July 2025 Events at Historic St. Mary’s City

July 2025 Events at Historic St. Mary’s City

Historic St. Mary’s City invites visitors of all ages to experience a summer of discovery, reflection, and hands-on fun. From immersive evening tours to teen workshops and teacher appreciation programs, there’s something for everyone this July. Sunny Science: Summer Workshop – Tuesday, July 9 | 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Ages 12–16 Explore how the...
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St. Mary’s Freedom Fest Returns to Leonardtown with Fireworks, Fun, and Free Family Entertainment!

St. Mary’s Freedom Fest Returns to Leonardtown with Fireworks, Fun, and Free Family Entertainment!

Get ready to celebrate freedom in true American style at St. Mary’s Freedom Fest, the county’s official Independence Day celebration, happening at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 28, 2025. This free, family-friendly event brings the entire community together for an unforgettable summer evening packed with entertainment, contests, food trucks, kids’ activities,...
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St. Mary’s Transit System (STS) App Now Available for Download

St. Mary’s Transit System (STS) App Now Available for Download

As the St. Mary’s Transit System (STS) prepares to go fare free beginning July 1, 2025, riders now have a powerful new tool to make their experience even more convenient—the new STS Mobile App, available for download now through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. The STS App offers riders on-the-go access...
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MVA Expands Birth and Death Certificate Services to Glen Burnie, Beltsville and White Oak Branches

MVA Expands Birth and Death Certificate Services to Glen Burnie, Beltsville and White Oak Branches

The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) announced today that customers may request Maryland birth and death certificates at three additional branches: Glen Burnie, Beltsville, and White Oak. Since implementation in 2021, more than 5,600 birth certificates have been printed at the seven participating branches. “Birth and death certificates are vital records...
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UPDATE: Man Sentenced to 58 Years in Prison for Attempted Murder, Multiple Domestic Violence Offenses

UPDATE: Man Sentenced to 58 Years in Prison for Attempted Murder, Multiple Domestic Violence Offenses

UPDATE 6/18/2025: State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced today that John Otha Dickens, Jr., 35, of Lexington Park, Maryland, was sentenced to LIFE in prison with 58 years of active incarceration for several domestic violence incidents. On November 21, 2024, a St. Mary’s County jury convicted Dickens of attempted first-degree murder for viciously attacking his prior...
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EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: Lexington Park Man Arrested Following Handgun Threat Incident

EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: Lexington Park Man Arrested Following Handgun Threat Incident

Police in St. Mary’s County responded to a residential neighborhood in Lexington Park on Monday, June 16, 2025, at approximately 2:10 p.m., for the report of a threat involving a firearm. Upon arrival, deputies made contact with the victim, who reported being involved in a verbal altercation with a male subject. During the dispute,...
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Indian Head Woman Released By Judge Within 48 Hours After Intentionally Striking Victims With Vehicle at Baby Shower

Indian Head Woman Released By Judge Within 48 Hours After Intentionally Striking Victims With Vehicle at Baby Shower

On Sunday, June 1st, 2025, at 5:06 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 1300 block of Smallwood Drive West in Waldorf for the report of pedestrians struck. A preliminary investigation revealed the suspect, Robin Lessette Alexander, age 53, of Indian Head, was attending a baby shower at the location when she became...
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CSM Strengthens Support for Military Families with National Recognition and Community Resource Event

CSM Strengthens Support for Military Families with National Recognition and Community Resource Event

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) continues to expand its commitment to veterans and military-connected families, earning national recognition and hosting dedicated events designed to support their educational and career success. CSM was recently named a 2025-26 Military Friendly® School, earning Silver in the small community college category and being recognized as a Military...
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Construction Begins on Dalrymple Road in Chesapeake Beach

Construction Begins on Dalrymple Road in Chesapeake Beach

The Calvert County Department of Public Works began construction June 16, on Dalrymple Road in Chesapeake Beach. During construction, one lane of Dalrymple Road will be closed at the intersections of Brookeside Drive and Dory Brooks Road for stormwater improvements, curb and gutter work. To ensure the safety of motorists and work crews, one...
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Man Arrested At CalvertHealth After Violent, Disorderly Outburst

Man Arrested At CalvertHealth After Violent, Disorderly Outburst

On Saturday, June 7, 2025, DFC Hudson responded to a report of a disorderly subject at Calvert Health Medical Center, located at 100 Hospital Road in Prince Frederick. The complainant advised that an individual, identified as James Nathaniel Napoleon, 45 of no fixed address, was refusing to leave the property. Napoleon made obscene gestures,...
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Attorney General Brown Preliminarily Agrees to Purdue/Sackler Settlement  AG Brown Joins 54 Attorneys General in Settlement Agreement

Attorney General Brown Preliminarily Agrees to Purdue/Sackler Settlement  AG Brown Joins 54 Attorneys General in Settlement Agreement

(June 16, 2025) – Attorney General Anthony Brown announced that all 55 attorneys general, representing all eligible states and U.S. territories, have preliminarily agreed to sign on to a settlement with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family. The Sackler family has informed the attorneys general of its plan to proceed with the...
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Calvert County Public Schools Students Honored for Excellence in State and National Music Ensembles

Calvert County Public Schools Students Honored for Excellence in State and National Music Ensembles

The Calvert County Board of Education proudly recognized the outstanding accomplishments of Calvert County Public Schools student musicians during its June 12th, 2025 meeting. Students were honored for earning positions in prestigious state and national music ensembles, reflecting the high level of talent and dedication in CCPS performing arts programs. Seventeen students were selected...
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Justice Department Highlights Enforcement Efforts Protecting Older Americans from Transnational Fraud Schemes in Recognition of 2025 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Justice Department Highlights Enforcement Efforts Protecting Older Americans from Transnational Fraud Schemes in Recognition of 2025 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Attorney General Pamela Bondi announced that the Justice Department is reinvigorating efforts to protect older Americans from transnational schemes that cost billions of dollars, often stealing their life savings. In the past few weeks alone, investigators and prosecutors have arrested and filed cases against foreign fraudsters...
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Impaired PG County Man Arrested After Motor Vehicle Collision in Dunkirk

Impaired PG County Man Arrested After Motor Vehicle Collision in Dunkirk

On June 2, 2025, Master Deputy Locke responded to a report of a vehicle driving without headlights that had just been involved in a crash on southbound Rt. 4 near the Rt. 260 overpass in Dunkirk. Upon contacting the driver of the striking vehicle, identified as Carrington Girard Britt, 40, of Upper Marlboro, deputies...
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Calvert County Commissioners Mourn the Passing of Former Administrator Joe Allman

Calvert County Commissioners Mourn the Passing of Former Administrator Joe Allman

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) announces with deep sadness the passing of former County Administrator James Joseph “Joe” Allman on June 11, 2025. He was 79. Mr. Allman served Calvert County with dedication and distinction for more than 30 years, first as the county’s inaugural director of Finance in 1974 and...
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REMINDER! Naval Air Station Patuxent River Performing 100% ID Checks

REMINDER! Naval Air Station Patuxent River Performing 100% ID Checks

NAS Patuxent River began  conducting 100% ID checks at all gates at 4:00 p.m., on Friday, June 13, 2025 until further notice. Personnel that are authorized to escort individuals will require that their guests/vehicle passengers have a valid ID to enter the installation (driver’s license, Real ID, etc.). More information about NAS Patuxent River’s...
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Two WMATA Train Operators Arrested in Health Care Fraud Scheme

Two WMATA Train Operators Arrested in Health Care Fraud Scheme

Michelle Shropshire, 54, of Waldorf, Maryland, and Harlisha Jones, 49, of Clinton, Maryland, and Washington, DC, were arrested this weekend on health care fraud, wire fraud, mail fraud, aggravated identity theft, and conspiracy charges filed in U.S. District Court. The arrests were announced by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro, Assistant Director in Charge Steven...
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VX-23 “Salty Dogs” Welcome Zilberman as Newest Commander

VX-23 “Salty Dogs” Welcome Zilberman as Newest Commander

NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIRCRAFT DIVISION, Patuxent River, MD.: Col. Jay Zarra turned over command of the Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 “Salty Dogs” to Cmdr. Eric Zilberman in an airborne ceremony over Naval Air Station Patuxent River, June 12, where Zarra piloted an F-35B Lightning and Zilberman flew an F/A-18F Super...
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