Monthly Archives: March 2017

UPDATE: Driver in Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident Involving a Dump Truck Identified

UPDATE: Driver in Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident Involving a Dump Truck Identified

UPDATE 3/31/2017 @ 1:40 p.m. – Official Police Statement : On March 30, 2017, at noon, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a serious motor vehicle collision on Patuxent Beach Road in the area of South Patuxent Beach Road in California, Maryland. When deputies arrived, they found two vehicles engulfed in flames. The investigation revealed,...
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Lexington Park Man Charged with Assault at Detention Center

Lexington Park Man Charged with Assault at Detention Center

On Saturday, March 18, 2017, Deputy Ball of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center for a reported assault between inmates. The investigation revealed the suspect David Eric Strain, 30, of Lexington Park, entered the victim’s cell to confront him over earlier lude comments. The confrontation turned...
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Lexington Park Man Arrested After Shooting Gun Into Air

Lexington Park Man Arrested After Shooting Gun Into Air

On Saturday, March 18, 2017, Deputy S. Bowie and Sergeant R. Merritt of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of North Essex Road, and Ranger Road, in Lexington Park, for the report of a weapons violation. The Emergency Communications Center received several calls alerting responding deputies that the suspect, later...
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Tri-County Animal Shelter Announces April Promotions

Tri-County Animal Shelter Announces April Promotions

The Tri-County Animal Shelter is pleased to announce the following April monthly promotions and reminders: Furry Feline Friends for April Fools’ (Saturday, April 1)  It is not an April Fools’ joke! On this special day, all cat and kitten adoption fees will be reduced to $1. Find your new purr-fect furry friend. National Pet...
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High Speed Police Chase Ends with Crash in Calvert County

High Speed Police Chase Ends with Crash in Calvert County

On March 30, 2017 at approximately 5:35 p.m. deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s office were conducting radar speed enforcement on Adelina Road in Prince Frederick. Cpl. Morder observed a small Honda SUV travelling 53mph in a 30mph zone. He activated his emergency equipment and attempted to stop the vehicle. However, the vehicle sped...
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“Breaking Heroin’s Grip: Road to Recovery” to Air on Charles County Government Television

“Breaking Heroin’s Grip: Road to Recovery” to Air on Charles County Government Television

Charles County Government Television (CCGTV) will premier Maryland Public Television’s (MPT) program, “Breaking Heroin’s Grip: Road to Recovery”.  This television event consists of an introduction by Commissioner President Peter F. Murphy followed by the 40-minute documentary. CCGTV broadcasts on Comcast channel 95 and Verizon channel 10. This program will conclude with Commissioner President Peter...
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Mechanicsville Woman Arrested for Assault with TV Remote

Mechanicsville Woman Arrested for Assault with TV Remote

On Friday, March 17, 2017, Corporal P. Handy of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 27000 block of Danville St., in Mechanicsville, for an alleged assault. The investigation revealed the victim and suspect, Melinda Danele Clontz, 48 of Mechanicsville, were both under the influence of alcoholic beverages and advised they had...
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Recreational Crabbing Season Opens April 1

Recreational Crabbing Season Opens April 1

It’s crabbing season in Maryland! Recreational fishing for the state’s most iconic aquatic species begins April 1 in the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries as well as in the Atlantic Ocean, coastal bays and their tributaries, reports the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. “We are pleased to offer multiple opportunities for anglers of...
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Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant Sirens to be Tested

Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant Sirens to be Tested

A full-cycle test of the alert and notification sirens throughout St. Mary’s, Calvert and Dorchester counties will be conducted on Monday, April 3, 2017 at noon. The full-cycle test 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...
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Spring Marks the Start of Tornado Season

Spring Marks the Start of Tornado Season

Now that tornado season is here, SMNEWSNET.com encourages residents to be prepared.  Tornadoes are violent by nature and capable of completely destroying well-made structures, uprooting trees and hurling objects like deadly missiles.  A tornado appears as a rotating, funnel-shaped cloud that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground with whirling winds that can reach 300...
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Board of County Commissioners Celebrates Completion of First Citizens Academy, Honors Participants

Board of County Commissioners Celebrates Completion of First Citizens Academy, Honors Participants

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners yesterday presented certificates of completion to the graduates of the first Calvert County Citizens Academy. The academy offered 21 residents an in-depth look at how Calvert County Government works through an informative, fast-paced and free seven-week program. County department directors and employees shared their departments’ mission and...
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Traffic Advisory – Calvert County:

Traffic Advisory – Calvert County:

Route 231/Prince Frederick Blvd is shut down due to an auto accident. Expect delays on Route 4 as well.
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Governor Hogan Invites Chefs to Submit Recipes for “Buy Local” Cookout

Governor Hogan Invites Chefs to Submit Recipes for “Buy Local” Cookout

Governor Larry Hogan invites chefs using local Maryland ingredients to submit original recipes for the Governor’s Buy Local Cookout, which will be held at Government House in Annapolis on July 20. Recipes must be submitted by May 19, and include products from at least one Maryland farmer, waterman, or other producer. Chefs are encouraged...
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New CSM Summer Scholars Program Offers College Study to High School Juniors/Seniors

New CSM Summer Scholars Program Offers College Study  to High School Juniors/Seniors

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) invites rising juniors and seniors in area high schools to get a taste of college this summer. The new CSM Summer Scholars Program allows forward-thinking high school students to earn college credit while taking an in-depth look at an area of interest. Academies in robotics, cybersecurity and American...
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Webcam Captures Ospreys’ Return to Calvert County

Webcam Captures Ospreys’ Return to Calvert County

The osprey, an avian harbinger of spring, has returned to Calvert County. The migratory birds of prey return from southern wintering spots about this time each year to nest throughout the Chesapeake Bay region, especially along the Patuxent River. A nesting pair recently arrived at Kings Landing Park in Huntingtown and can be viewed...
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Traffic Stop on Great Mills Road Leads to Two Crack Cocaine Arrests

Traffic Stop on Great Mills Road Leads to Two Crack Cocaine Arrests

On Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 8:05 pm, Trooper First Class C. Ditoto from the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack initiated a traffic stop on a passenger car in the 21000 block of Great Mills Road. A K9 scan was conducted, resulting in a positive alert. TFC C. Ditoto conducted a search of the...
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Virginia Man Arrested After Pulling Knife on Troopers During Traffic Stop

Virginia Man Arrested After Pulling Knife on Troopers During Traffic Stop

On Sunday, March 5, 2017 at approximately 5:40 p.m., Trooper First Class B. Ditoto and Trooper Manning, from the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack were conducting a stationary radar foot stopping team on St. John’s Road at Narrow Way, in Hollywood.  The Troopers observed a vehicle traveling above the posted speed limit and flagged...
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UPDATE: Critically Missing Person Has Been Located

UPDATE: Critically Missing Person Has Been Located

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a critically missing person, Edwin Parran Johnson III. Johnson was last seen operating a navy blue 2000 Chevrolet S10 bearing MD registration—08H020. A silver alert has been issued for Edwin Parran Johnson III. He was last seen in the 26000 block...
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Hollywood Woman Arrested for Possessing Counterfeit Currency

Hollywood Woman Arrested for Possessing Counterfeit Currency

On Thursday, March 2, 2017 at approximately 1:35 a.m., Trooper Mulhearn from the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack initiated a traffic stop on a passenger car for a traffic violation. The driver, Sandra King, 39, of Hollywood, was placed under arrest for driving on a suspended license. During a search incident to arrest, Tpr. Mulhearn...
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Albert Ritchie Warner, 84

Albert Ritchie Warner, 84

Albert Ritchie Warner, 84 of Lusby, MD, passed away on March 25, 2017 at the Burnett Calvert Hospice House, Prince Frederick, MD. Born July 23, 1932 in Taylorsville, MD, he was the son of the late Urih Sylvester Warner and Marie Gertrude (Newsbaum) Warner. Albert is survived by his daughters, Joan Beltz of Lusby,...
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Wednesday’s Pet is Astra

Wednesday’s Pet is Astra

Wednesday’s Pet for 3/29/17 is Astra Featured Pet: Astra Rescue Group: St. Mary’s Animal Welfare League (SMAWL) Breed: Shepard/Lab Mix Sex: Female Size: Medium Vetted: Spayed and Up-to-date with routine shots Adoption Fee: $250.00 Astra is a beautiful 4-year-old mix. She is spayed, housetrained and great with other dogs and cats. Astra gets along...
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Police Make Quick Arrests in Lexington Park Liquor Store Burglary

On Friday, March 17, 2017, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to International Beverage (Cadillac Jacks) in Lexington Park for a burglary. The investigation revealed two subjects attempted to break through the front door but were unsuccessful. The suspects returned a second time, forced entry into the business, and stole property. The Criminal...
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Joanne Marie Walton, 68

Joanne Marie Walton, 68

Joanne Marie Walton, 68, of Chesapeake Beach passed away March 24, 2017 in Annapolis. She was born December 4, 1948 in Washington, D.C., to Donald and Margaret (Lowe) Liming. Joanne was raised in Colmar Manor and Palmer Park, MD. She attended St. Margaret’s in Seat Pleasant and graduated from Suitland High School. She spent...
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Charles William “Chuck” Schaefer, Jr., 91

Charles William “Chuck” Schaefer, Jr., 91

Charles William “Chuck” Schaefer, Jr., 91, of North Beach passed away March 25, 2017 in Washington, D.C. He was born November 26, 1925 in New York City and was raised in Queens, later moving with his family to Virginia. He attended public schools and worked on the family farm and business, Schaefer’s Market. He...
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Thomas E. Hines III, 64

Thomas E. Hines III, 64

Thomas E. Hines III, 64, of Rose Haven Md., passed away at home from cancer on March 25, 2017. Born October 1, 1952 in Washington D.C, the eldest of 5 children, loving son of Thomas E. Hines Jr. (deceased) and Twila Mae Hines. Survived by his sisters Linda Carlson, Beverly Harris (Barry), brother David...
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