There will be a full-cycle test of the alert and notification sirens throughout St. Mary’s, Calvert, and Dorchester counties on Monday, June 1, 2026, at noon. This includes a three-minute activation of all sirens within the 10-mile area around Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant. All citizens are asked to remember the scheduled testing and...
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June brings an exciting lineup of events to the Calvert Marine Museum, highlighted by the high-energy ALMOST QUEEN concert with Separate Ways The Band on June 13 and the museum’s new Shell-A-Bration event celebrating National Seashell Day on June 20. From live music and on-the-water adventures to hands-on family programs and seasonal experiences, visitors...
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May 20, 2026: Pennsylvania State Police recently concluded “Operation Wrong Place” a three-day undercover sting targeting individuals seeking to sexually exploit children online. Police conducted the operation from May 15 to May 17, which utilized online ads to lure suspects to designated meeting spots where troopers made arrests. Undercover troopers posted ads on a...
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A Calvert County man says his $50,000 Powerball win in the May 6 drawing justifies his decision to focus his play on the big jackpot games offered by the Lottery. He described the prize as “life-changing,” and characterizes it as a gift that had arrived at just the right time. The legal professional is...
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The St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual awards gala on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at The White Rose in St. Mary’s County, bringing together business, community, nonprofit, and political leaders to celebrate local service, leadership, and community impact. During the event, several community members and organizations were recognized through awards presented...
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On May 18, 2026, at approximately 3:39 a.m., an officer from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office initiated a traffic stop on Chicamuxen Road near High Ground Farm Place in Indian Head. The driver slowed but continued traveling for a short distance. During that time, the driver was observed placing items into the back seat...
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On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at approximately 6:33 p.m., firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 13000 block of Sankston Place in Newburg, for the reported hazardous materials investigation with injuries. 911 callers reported a 12-year-old male was conscious alert and breathing after spilling acid on his face. Firefighters arrived on the scene...
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Thousands of horseshoe crabs (Limulus polyphemus) have started landing on Maryland’s shores this spring for what is believed to be the world’s oldest wildlife migration. Dating back an estimated 350 million years, the annual spawning occurs from May through July, peaking with high tides on or around the full and new moons in June....
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Filo Joseph Blake, 43, of Prince Frederick; Katie Renee Blake, 45, of Prince Frederick; and Makayla Leann Brehm, 20, of Prince Frederick, are facing misdemeanor animal cruelty-related charges in Calvert County District Court after authorities alleged about 95 animals were seized from an Arthur King Road property in Prince Frederick on May 7, 2026....
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Joseph Moreland Bylan, 50, of Dunkirk, is facing new misdemeanor charges in Calvert County for possession of a controlled dangerous substance other than cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia after a May 13, 2026, traffic stop on Maryland Route 260, according to District Court records. The open case, filed May 14, 2026, in the...
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On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at approximately 8:15 p.m., police, firefighters, emergency medical services and dive teams responded to the Port Tobacco River in Welcome, for the reported missing person in the water. 911 callers reported a 40-year-old female was last seen in the water with her location currently unknown. Crews arrived on the...
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Ronald Eugene Kent, Jr., passed away on May 1, 2026, in Waldorf, Maryland. He was born on December 12, 1963, in Washington, D.C., to the late Ronald Eugene Kent, Sr. and Catherine L. Kent. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jerry William Kent. Ron was a talent...
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Betty Leresche was caring, loving and hardworking, a brave and articulate leader in her community, artistic and intuitive, and a loving, committed wife, mother and grandmother. She was beautiful inside and out. Born to Albert and Gertrude Kling on April 22, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY, Gertrude Elizabeth (“Betty”) Kling was the oldest of 9...
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Mary Helena Springstead, 73, of Chaptico, MD, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, with her loving family at her side. Mary was born on July 9, 1952 in Baltimore, MD to the late James Motley Clark, Sr. and Charlotte Elizabeth (nee: Smith) Clark. Mary was an amazing and loving mom, mommom and great...
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We are saddened to announce that Ronald Eugene Everly, 83, of La Plata, Maryland, passed away on March 29, 2026. Born on October 9, 1942, in South Hill, Virginia, Ronald was the son of the late Harry Grafton and Clara Estella Everly. After graduating from North Hagerstown High School, he proudly served his country...
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Willard Ellsworth Brann, Sr., aged 82, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, at his home in Mechanicsville, MD. He was born on November 4, 1943, in Kinsale, VA, to the late Wilmot and Margaret Brann. On February 27, 1965, Willard wed the love of his life and high school sweetheart, Mary. Together, they...
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On May 10, 2026, Harvey McKee Sydnor III, aged 51, passed away. He was born on June 4, 1974, in Montgomery County, MD, to parents Harvey and Gloria Sydnor. In his early teenage years, Harvey developed a passion for wrestling. We even had the chance to see Hulk Hogan perform at the Capital Center....
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On May 3rd 2026, Ben Edgar Gibson passed away peacefully in his home. Born January 16th 1931, he was the beloved son of Frank Gibson and Willie Mae Willett. Ben proudly served in the United States Army and was a Veteran of the Korean War. He started his career with C&P Telephone Company and...
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Jay Hue Long, 85, of Waldorf, Maryland, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 15, 1940, in Konawa, Oklahoma, Jay was the son of Homer and Bernice Long. Jay proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 30 years. In a decorated career...
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Annette Helleen Laughter, 54, of Mechanicsville, Maryland, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, at her home, surrounded by the love of her children and grandchildren. Annette was born in Virginia Beach, Virginia to the late Willard Laughter and Virginia Livingston, on August 23, 1971. She was known for her caring heart, strength, and...
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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. David Alan Didion on Friday, May 15th, 2026 at his Scientists Cliffs home. Dr. Didion passed peacefully, surrounded by his family, whom he cared for deeply and was extremely proud of. Originally from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, and a long-time resident of the...
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Our Beloved Brother in Christ, James Rudolph Hios Jr. was born on August 22, 1951. He went to be with the Lord on May 14, 2026, at 12:20 p.m. He was listening to Precious Lord, Take My Hand and was surrounded by family, both in person and in spirit. Even those who were not physically present, he...
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Rodney Kyle Brown, 68, of Arnold, Maryland, passed away on May 14, 2026, at his home. He was born on December 2, 1957, in Washington, D.C., to Alvin and Elizabeth Brown. Rodney grew up in Rockville and attended Wheaton High School. He spent many years residing in Montgomery County, before moving to Arnold and...
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Much‑loved Virginia Bauer, age 84, entered into eternal rest on the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima, May 13, 2026, at Georgetown University Hospital, following a brief illness. Born on October 20, 1941, in Carmel, California, she was the daughter of the late Philip and Edith Brant. As an Army brat, Virginia spent her...
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Kevin James Murphy, 52, of Washington D.C. passed away on May 12, 2026. He was born on October 4, 1973 in Newport, RI to Patrick & Virginia Murphy. As a young child, Kevin lived in various parts of the United States, from Rhode Island to Maine, Florida, Virginia and Maryland as his family moved...
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