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Carl Bradford

Carl Bradford

On Monday, September 3, 2018, Carl went home to be with the Lord. Friends may unite with the family on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 from 10 am until time of service at 11am at FROM THE HEART CHURCH MINISTRIES, 5055 Allentown Road in Camp Springs, MD 20746. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers,...
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Ann Elizabeth Clayton, 94

Ann Elizabeth Clayton, 94

Ann Elizabeth Clayton, 94 of Piney Point, MD, passed away on September 5, 2018. Family and friends will unite on Friday, September 14, 2018 for visitation at 10 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am at St. George’s Catholic Church, 19199 St. George’s Church Road, Valley Lee, MD 20692. Interment to follow...
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Vera M. Frink

Vera M. Frink

Vera M. Frink went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. Family and friends will unite and celebrate her life on Friday, September 14, 2018 at 10:00 am until time of service 11:00 am at Mt. Ennon Baptist Church, 9832 Piscataway Rd., Clinton, MD 20735. Interment will follow at Resurrection...
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Allifa Settles

Allifa Settles

Allifa Settles went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Family and friends will unite on Friday, September 21, 2018 from 10:00 am until time of celebration 11:00 am at Greater St. John Church, 11425 Old Marlboro Pike, Upper Marlboro, MD. Interment immediately following at Heritage Cemetery, Waldorf, MD.
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Alethia Beatrice West

Alethia Beatrice West

Peacefully on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 Alethia B. West went home to be with her lord. Family and friends will gather on September 14, 2018 from 11:30 a.m. until time of service at 12 noon at Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home, 2294 Old Washington Road, Waldorf, MD 20601. Interment will be private.
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Charles County Fan Wins $1 Million Playing Mega Millions

Charles County Fan Wins $1 Million Playing Mega Millions

A Baltimore Ravens fan from Southern Maryland is flying high after becoming Maryland’s newest millionaire on Friday night. The Charles County man won the $1 million second-tier prize in the Aug. 10 Mega Millions drawing and was the only U.S. player to do so. His connection with Lottery luck happened at an Indian Head store only...
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Sandbag Distribution Available for Calvert County Residents

Sandbag Distribution Available for Calvert County Residents

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood warning for our area now through 8 p.m. tonight. The Calvert County Department of Public Safety is urging county residents to be prepared and is making sand and sandbags available for residents who need them to protect property. Up to 10 sandbags per vehicle may...
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Sandbag Distribution Available for St. Mary’s County Residents

Sandbag Distribution Available for St. Mary’s County Residents

The St. Mary’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation advises citizens sandbags will be available for distribution at the six (6) convenience centers for citizens wishing to prepare for possible flooding conditions due to Hurricane Florence. Sandbags will be distributed on Tuesday, September 11 and Wednesday, September 12. Sandbags will be available while...
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Sandbag Distribution Available for Charles County Residents

Sandbag Distribution Available for Charles County Residents

Due to the National Weather Service forecast for heavy rain and flooding, the Charles County Department of Emergency Services is providing sandbags to county residents who need them to protect property. Sandbags and sand will be available Tuesday, Sept. 11 through Thursday, Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Residents can pick up...
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State Fire Marshal Reminds All Marylanders of Fire and Life Safety Issues During Power Outages

State Fire Marshal Reminds All Marylanders of Fire and Life Safety Issues During Power Outages

Severe storms may cause disruption in electrical service to our homes.  State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci is cautioning citizens when using alternative light and electrical sources during power outages. “These easy to follow tips will help all Marylanders avoid injury or death during power outages,” said the State Fire Marshal. Use flashlights during...
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AUDIO: Detectives in Charles County Seeking Information Related to a Shooting in Waldorf

AUDIO: Detectives in Charles County Seeking Information Related to a Shooting in Waldorf

Charles County Sheriff’s Office detectives are seeking information from the public relating to a shooting incident that took place in Waldorf. On Saturday, September 8, 2018, at approximately 11:40 p.m., the victim was walking in the 700 block of University Drive when he was approached by an unknown male. The male stole property from...
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9/11, From the Eyes of a Third Grader

9/11, From the Eyes of a Third Grader

As a third grader on Sept. 11, 2001, Kenny Levy of the Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department watched the firefighters running into the twin towers on television. Their courage inspired him and changed his life. Watch Kenny’s story here: 
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VIDEO: Police Seeking Identity of Suspect Who Defecated in Apartment Complex Laundry Room

VIDEO: Police Seeking Identity of Suspect Who Defecated in Apartment Complex Laundry Room

On Saturday, September 8, 2018, at approximately 9:25 p.m., Deputy P. Henry of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to Chancellors Run Apartments at Chancellors Run Court, in Great Mills for the report of a suspicious incident. Upon arriving contact was made with the employee who said an unknown black male had entered...
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UPDATE: Three Injured After Vehicle Crashes into Marie’s Diner in La Plata

UPDATE: Three Injured After Vehicle Crashes into Marie’s Diner in La Plata

Official Press Release: At approximately 8:26 p.m., La Plata police officers and other rescue personnel responded to 6300 block of Crain Highway for the report of a vehicle into a building. Upon arrival officers located several injured individuals. Three individuals inside of the restaurant were injured. A 17-year-old female employee and a 55-year-old patron were...
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Governor Larry Hogan Declares State of Emergency for Hurricane Florence

Governor Larry Hogan Declares State of Emergency for Hurricane Florence

Governor Larry Hogan today signed Executive Order 01.01.2018.22 declaring a state of emergency beginning Monday, September 10, 2018 ahead of the landfall of Hurricane Florence. The executive order will allow the state to more efficiently coordinate support and provide assistance to local jurisdictions within Maryland and neighboring states. “At this time, there is still some uncertainty about the...
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Two Seriously Injured in Prince Frederick Motor Vehicle Accident

Two Seriously Injured in Prince Frederick Motor Vehicle Accident

On Sunday, September 9, 2018, at approximately 7:50 p.m., police fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Dares Beach Road, and Wilson Road, in Prince Frederick, for the reported serious motor vehicle accident with subjects trapped. Shortly after dispatch, Calvert County Sheriffs Deputy’s arrived on scene reporting one vehicle was on fire...
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Two St. Mary’s County Cocaine Distributors Sentenced to 11 Years in Federal Prison and Another to 7 Years

Two St. Mary’s County Cocaine Distributors Sentenced to 11 Years in Federal Prison and Another to 7 Years

U.S. District Judge George J. Hazel sentenced Joseph Darren Brooks, 42, of California, and Marvin Leon Young, 42, of Lexington Park, each to 11 years in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute powder and crack cocaine. Brooks was also convicted of being...
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Lexington Park Woman Arrested for Making a False Statement to Police

Lexington Park Woman Arrested for Making a False Statement to Police

On Sept. 2, 2018, St. Mary’s County deputies and Maryland State Police responded to the 21000 block of Ace Lane in Lexington Park for the report of sexual abuse. Lindsey Lynn Lam, 43, of Lexington Park admitted that she lied and made up the allegation. She stated she was upset with having to do...
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Lexington Park Man Arrested at Sobriety Checkpoint

Lexington Park Man Arrested at Sobriety Checkpoint

On September 3, 2018, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office conducted a sobriety checkpoint on Great Mills Road. While speaking with the operator of a vehicle, Cpl. James Stone detected the strong odor of suspected marijuana emitting from Devonte Montel Golden, 23, of Lexington Park and the compartment of the vehicle. A K-9 positively...
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Speed Camera Locations for Charles County 9/10/2018 to 9/14/2018

Speed Camera Locations for Charles County 9/10/2018 to 9/14/2018

During the week of September 10, to September 14 2018, automated speed enforcement cameras will be activated in the following school zones: Leonardtown Rd. at Thomas Stone High School Indian Head Hwy. at Smallwood Middle School Berry Rd. at Berry Elementary Oliver Shop Rd. at T.C. Martin Elementary School Cameras are activated Monday through...
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Lemmon Assumes Command of Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division from Gahagan

Lemmon Assumes Command of Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division from Gahagan

Rear Adm. Shane G. Gahagan turned over command of the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) to Rear Adm. John S. Lemmon during a change of command ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 5 at Patuxent River Naval Air Station. Vice Adm. G. Dean Peters, Commander of Naval Air Systems Command, presided over the ceremony....
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Phase I Complete for Navy’s Range Support Aircraft Replacement

Phase I Complete for Navy’s Range Support Aircraft Replacement

The Tactical Airlift Program Office (PMA-207) Commercial Modifications and Range Support (CMARS) Team accepted delivery of their newest commercial-derivative aircraft platform, July 30. The Gulfstream G550, with structural modifications, was further modified to house specialized telemetry equipment, unique to the Navy’s application. The G550 is slated to serve as the replacement for one of...
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Maryland Casinos Generate $146.3 Million in Revenue During August

Maryland Casinos Generate $146.3 Million in Revenue During August

Maryland Lottery and Gaming announced that August 2018 gaming revenues for the state’s six casinos totaled $146,291,028, an increase of $8,810,997 (6.4%) compared to the August 2017 total of $137,480,031. Contributions to the State of Maryland from August 2018 casino gaming revenue totaled $60,365,283, including $45,281,456 for the Education Trust Fund. Casino gaming revenues...
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WANTED – Calvert County Sheriff’s Office 9/10/2018

WANTED – Calvert County Sheriff’s Office 9/10/2018

The following persons are wanted by the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Warrant Unit is responsible for the service of criminal and child support warrants as well as criminal summonses issued by the courts. They are also responsible for coordinating extraditions of suspects out of state. If you have information...
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Three Transported to Trauma Centers After Serious Motor Vehicle Crash in Lothian

Three Transported to Trauma Centers After Serious Motor Vehicle Crash in Lothian

On Thursday, September 6, 2018, at approximately 4:25 p.m., police fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Mt Zion Marlboro Road, and Farmhouse Lane, in Lothian, for the reported serious motor vehicle accident with subjects trapped. Units arrived on scene to find a 2011 Ford Focus, and a 2002 Ford F-350 pickup truck,...
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