The La Plata Police Department (LPPD) has teamed up with LifeStyles of Maryland, Inc. (LoM) and a generous donor to create Project Hope. Project Hope is designed to assist La Plata residents who may need assistance in making ends meet. The idea of Project Hope was brought forward by Mr. Kevin King. Mr. King...
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The Maryland Department of State Police is accepting applications for qualified individuals to serve as the new State Fire Marshal. The State Fire Marshal, a management level position, is the agency head of the Office of the State Fire Marshal. The selected candidate will be charged with the overall responsibility for leading all operations...
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In December of 2023, U.S. Department of Commerce notified Maryland Gov. Wes Moore that it has declined Maryland’s request for a federal commercial fisheries disaster declaration that was sought to help address the economic and ecological damage caused by the spread of invasive catfish and snakeheads in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Maryland made the...
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On Friday, January 5, 2024, at approximately 10:20 a.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Three Notch Road and Dixon Way in Mechanicsville, for the serious motor vehicle collision with one unconscious. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single vehicle off the roadway and into a tree with...
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On Friday, January 5, 2024, at approximately 10:35 a.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to Take It Easy Campground located at 45285 Take It Easy Ranch Road in Callaway, for the reported camper on fire with one subject possibly trapped. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 5th wheel Camper on fire...
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On Thursday, January 4, 2024, Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office recovered narcotics and stolen registration plates. At approximately 10:12 p.m., Deputy First Class Tyler Westphal stopped a 2007 Dodge Caravan in Lexington Park for a traffic violation. A K9 scan by Corporal Philip Henry and K9 Maja led to a positive...
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UPDATE: Preliminary investigation revealed the Ford Edge operated by Gregory L. Cristarella, 73 of Huntingtown, was traveling westbound on Plum Point Road approaching Kimberly Lane when multiple witnesses observed Cristarella driving on the wrong side of the roadway and colliding with the tow truck. Cristarella was transported to CalvertHealth where he was later pronounced...
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Do you know how to be Winter Ready? In preparation for this weekend’s inclement weather, FEMA Region 3 urges individuals and communities to prioritize safety and preparedness. #WinterReady This time of year can bring unique challenges especially in colder climates. From navigating icy sidewalks to preparing for winter storms, here are some essential and...
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With camping season quickly approaching, the Calvert County Parks and Recreation has posted some new rules and regulations that many regular and seasoned campers don’t agree with and oppose. “If you’re planning to camp at Breezy Point next summer, be advised there will be changes in our reservation system and the permitted duration of...
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UPDATE 1/4/2024: On December 31, 2023, at approximately 4:15 p.m., firefighters responded to 18 Castletown Court in Waldorf, for the reported house on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find fire showing from the 2-story single family home. The occupant/owner is identified as Carlton Knight with the estimated loss being $150,000.00 59 firefighters...
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UPDATE 1/4/2024: The Dorazio family lost their home and most of their belongings after an early morning house fire on Saturday, December 30th, 2023. Fortunately, all occupants along with their dogs escaped without injury. If you would like to assist the Dorazio family during this difficult time, Click here. The cause of the fire...
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On September 26, 2023, the Anne Arundel County Police Department became aware of a possible theft scheme involving a former civilian Police Department employee. The investigation revealed the former employee, Kenneth Moore, displayed an Anne Arundel County E-Z Pass transponder issued to his county vehicle more than 70 times in his personal vehicle during...
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UPDATE 1/4/2024: A GoFundMe has been started by family members of Jamell Lee Heung II, of Indian Head. Police located the body of an adult male on December 27th, 2023 in Mattawoman Creek approximately 2 miles away where Heung was last seen. The investigation is still ongoing, however, family members confirmed it was Heung who...
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On Tuesday, January 2, 2024, three students at Henry Lackey High School were engaged in a verbal argument. The school resource officer attempted to intervene at which time one of the students attempted to swing at the officer. The officer was able to gain control of the student and de-escalate the situation. The student...
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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a Fort Washington man for shooting and killing his friend who had been reported missing by family last April. The suspect is 23-year-old Parrish Goode. He is charged with the murder of 20-year-old Damion Myers of Fort Washington. On April 15, 2023, officers responded to...
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and partners have been awarded a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s Chesapeake Watershed Investment for Landscape Defense (Chesapeake WILD) program to restore freshwater mussels in the West Branch of the Susquehanna River. The grant funds will support a comprehensive conservation strategy that includes restoration of mussel communities, scientific...
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Retired tech worker purchased a ticket after he heard it was ‘Powerball night’ A Prince George’s County man who is a loyal Pick 3 player overheard a conversation that inspired him to try a different game. He purchased a Powerball ticket for the Dec. 30 drawing at a Glenn Dale retailer and added the...
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The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has released its dean’s list for the 2023 fall sessions. Students who have earned 12 or more credits at CSM are eligible to be considered for the dean’s list. At the end of the fall, spring, and summer sessions, full- and part-time students who have completed at least...
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By Jason Aul, Strategic Communications Director – The Moore Administration released Maryland’s Climate Pollution Reduction Plan, as required by the 2022 Climate Solutions Now Act, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 60% by 2031. The Maryland League of Conservation Voters (Maryland LCV) applauds the Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) for their timely and comprehensive report,...
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The Washington Capitals and Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) will host a press event at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 4, at Capitol Heights Elementary School in Capitol Heights, Md., announcing a partnership through which the Capitals will introduce hockey to more than 93,460 students across the county’s 167 elementary, middle and charter...
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UPDATE 1/3/2024: On Tuesday, January 02, 2024, at approximately 3:44 P.M., Troopers from Maryland State Police La Plata Barrack responded to Maryland Route 6 (Port Tobacco Rd) east of Poorhouse Road for a report of a serious motor vehicle collision. Due to the circumstances, the Maryland State Police CRASH Team responded to assume the...
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On Monday, December 18, 2023, at approximately 10:55 a.m., two subjects, one male and one female, entered Optimal Vapor on Three Notch Road in Lexington Park, and while in the store, both individuals concealed an item on their person, and then walked out of the business, failing to pay for any of the items....
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On December 28, 2023 at 10:55 a.m., officers from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 2200 block of Old Washington Road in Waldorf for the report of a shooting. When officers arrived, they located an adult male with a gunshot wound. He was transported to a hospital with injuries that were not...
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The St. Mary’s County Historical Society, in partnership with St. Mary’s County Government is pleased to announce the digitization of the Lexington Manor Oral History Collection, which is now available to the public on the St. Mary’s County Historical Society website at: www.stmaryshistory.org. “Digitizing this collection and making it publicly available allows everyone to...
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Welcome to the world, baby River! Born in the early hours of the New Year, River’s family has welcomed our first baby of 2024. Congratulations to parents Zoe and Tim, and new big sister Lyra. Wishing you health and happiness today and always. “A new baby is like the beginning of all things—wonder, hope,...
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