Chesapeake Life Center will offer a variety of grief support groups for adults that will be meeting this fall. Groups will meet in person at locations in Anne Arundel, Calvert and Prince George’s counties as well as virtually. The following grief support groups will meet in person: Drop-In Grief Support Groups are open to...
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On Friday, March 15, 2024, school administrators were made aware of a video recording of a fight between two students that occurred in a classroom at Davis Middle School. The video appears to show a school staff member allowing the students to fight while classmates watched, and other students clearing furniture to create space...
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On Saturday, March 23, 2024, St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Recreation & Parks host the 41st Annual Easter Egg Festival at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds. This rain or shine event will be held from 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. and is open to the entire community. The Easter Egg Festival has become...
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Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC) invites the community to celebrate Maryland Day by offering free admission to the outdoor exhibits on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Living history sites will be open from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Plan to visit the Woodland Indian Hamlet and learn about the people and culture that were here...
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Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the iconic frozen treats destination and, for many, the brand that is synonymous with the first day of spring, invites guests to celebrate the arrival of the new season with a FREE Rita’s Italian Ice giveaway on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Guests who visit a Rita’s location on the first...
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For over seven years, Senior Deputy State Fire Marshal Melissa Decker and her partner, K9 Sky, have been assisting fire investigators across Maryland and beyond in finding trace amounts of flammable liquids to help build cases against arsonists or to rule out their use so investigators can focus on other potential reasons for a...
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The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run that occurred on Sunday. The deceased pedestrian is 38-year-old Duane Lyons of Laurel. On March 17, 2024, at approximately 9:20 pm, patrol officers responded to the 13000 block of Laurel Bowie Road in the unincorporated section of Laurel for the report of...
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It is very bittersweet for us to announce that at the end of March, the Farmers Market where our stand is currently located will be shut down and we will be moving our stand! Beginning Wednesday, April 3rd, our stand will be located directly across the highway from where it currently is, to in...
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Collentro Horticultural Growers LLC., announced on Friday, March 15th, 2024. “Today’s the day!!!!! Opening day of the season!! Come in and check out our early bloomers and annual flowers. We will have more inventory as they start to bloom in the green houses. We are excited to start off our family legacy today with...
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On March 10, 2023, the Anne Arundel County Police Department announced at a press conference the identification of a suspect in the 1970 homicide of 16-year-old Pamela Lynn Conyers. On October 16, 1970, Conyers’ family reported her missing to the Anne Arundel County Police Department. Investigation indicated Conyers ran an errand at the Harundale...
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On Friday, March 15, 2024, at approximately 12:40 a.m., officers initiated a traffic stop of a white 2011 Infinity G37 on Route 3 near Defense Highway in Crofton. The suspect vehicle fled, passed through a red traffic signal, and crashed into another vehicle. The driver was detained, and officers found a loaded .38 caliber...
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On Friday, March 15, 2024, at approximately 9:10 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Crain Highway and Branchville Road in Newburg, for the serious motor vehicle collision with one trapped. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single vehicle off the roadway, into a tree with tree limbs...
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On Sunday, March 17, 2024, at approximately 5:40 p.m., firefighters responded to the 3000 block Gallery Place in Waldorf, for the reported apartment on fire. Dispatchers advised they received multiple 911 callers reported a vacant apartment was on fire with smoke spreading to the hallway. Firefighters arrived on the scene within minutes to find...
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UPDATE 3/18/2024: The family has provided an update – along with a GoFundMe to assist in medical costs. The victim is in an induced coma and has suffered spinal injuries, a brain bleed, broken pelvis, broken ribs and a broken scapula. If you would like to assist the victim and family, click here. On...
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On Sunday, March 17, 2024, at approximately 4:31 a.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Three Notch Road and Traveled Lane in Charlotte Hall, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single vehicle off the roadway with the operator still inside....
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On Sunday, March 17, 2024, at approximately 7:40 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the Toots Bar located at 23971 Mervell Dean Road in Hollywood, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian who was in and out of consciousness. Crews arrived on the scene to find two victims suffering from injuries....
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On Sunday, March 17, 2024, at approximately 1:37 a.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of West Westbury Boulevard and Wilcutt Street in Lexington Park, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single vehicle had struck a parked/unoccupied vehicle, with the operator...
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UPDATE 3/17/2024: On March 16 at 8:37 p.m., officers responded to the 11300 block of Snow Owl Place in Waldorf for the report of gunshots. When officers arrived, they located a male with gunshot wounds inside a vehicle. As EMS was providing care to the male, he succumbed to his injuries. A preliminary investigation...
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On Saturday, March 16, 2024, at approximately 12:48 a.m., a 911 caller reported they were stabbed and currently driving to an area bar in Park Hall to meet First Responders. As police and emergency medical personnel responded, the 911 caller who remained uncooperative, stated they were stabbed in the back and now driving to...
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The Maryland Department of State Police Forensic Sciences Division proudly announces its implementation of the Organization of Scientific Area Committees (OSAC) Registry Standards for Forensic Science. This significant accomplishment marks a major goal achieved by the Maryland Department of State Police Forensic Sciences Division in 2024. The OSAC for Forensic Science plays a pivotal...
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During Women’s History Month, we are proud to highlight the dedication and excellence of the women representing the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. This week, some of our employees had the unique opportunity to attend the inaugural Women’s Conference hosted by the Washington Metropolitan Police Dept. where they showcased their commitment to superior service and...
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In honor of Women’s History Month, we are shining a spotlight on an incredible woman who has dedicated her career to serving our community with professionalism, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference. Meet Susan Scott, Judicial Specialist III with the Charles County Sheriff’s Office‼ Since joining the CCSO in 1999 as...
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MedStar Health is celebrating the four-year anniversary of MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center. Opening shortly before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the newly renovated and updated cancer center has provided Prince George’s County and the southern Maryland region with unprecedented access to state-of-the-art cancer treatment and clinical trials...
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Spring is in full bloom at the Calvert Marine Museum! Join us as we celebrate the season with guided bird walks, an exclusive Jewelry Trunk Show, live music, and more! Visit us at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com for all your springtime fun! Monday, April 1 – Guided Bird Walks With fields, woodlots, thickets, a saltmarsh, and Back...
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A federal jury yesterday convicted Brian Patrick Werth, age 39, of Beltsville, Maryland, for two counts of production of child pornography and for coercion and enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity. Werth was also convicted of committing a crime involving a minor by a registered sex offender. The guilty verdict was...
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