Monthly Archives: August 2019

2nd Annual “Bounty of the County”, and Re-Entry Job Fair & Expo Events Announced in Charles County

2nd Annual “Bounty of the County”, and Re-Entry Job Fair & Expo Events Announced in Charles County

On Sunday, September 22, 2019, the Charles County Chamber of Commerce will present its 2nd Annual “Bounty of the County” event at Weatherly Farm in Newburg, 2nd Annual “Bounty of the County” hosted by the Charles County Chamber of Commerce from 3:00 p.m., to 7:00 p.m., at Weatherly Farm, 14145 Banks O’Dee Road, Newburg,...
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Calvert County Schedule for The 36th Annual National Night Out on Tuesday August 6

Calvert County Schedule for The 36th Annual National Night Out on Tuesday August 6

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office invites the public to attend the 36th Annual National Night Out which is less than a week away! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, August 6th! National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to...
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Firefighters Respond After Tree Falls on Bert’s 50’s Diner in Mechanicsville

Firefighters Respond After Tree Falls on Bert’s 50’s Diner in Mechanicsville

On Thursday, August 1, 2019, at approximately 7:20 p.m., firefighters responded to Bert’s Restaurant at 28760 Three Notch Road and Etna Court in Mechanicsville, for the reported structure collapse. Crews arrived on scene to find a large tree/limb onto the roof of the restaurant. Employees stated water was coming into the restaurant. All firefighters...
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No Injuries Reported After Occupant Quickly Extinguishes House Fire in Nanjemoy, Fire Currently Under Investigation

No Injuries Reported After Occupant Quickly Extinguishes House Fire in Nanjemoy, Fire Currently Under Investigation

On Wednesday, July 31, 2019, at approximately 4:40 p.m., firefighters from Nanjemoy Volunteer Fire Department and surrounding departments responded to 3670 Neighbors Place in Nanjemoy, for the reported structure fire. The owner was identified as Doris Thomas. The estimated loss of content and structure is valued at $2,000. The occupant/owner was able to discover...
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St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services Replacing Old Hazmat Units

St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services Replacing Old Hazmat Units

It consolidates equipment across two-pickup trucks, trailers, and a retrofitted bus into one response unit. It is staffed by volunteer hazardous materials technicians from all of the St. Mary’s County Fire Departments. The unit features a light tower, PTO generator, and SCBA fill station. The new unit will be receiving an LED light package...
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SMADC Launches Dynamic New Website A Fresh New Look for Southern Maryland Agriculture

SMADC Launches Dynamic New Website A Fresh New Look for Southern Maryland Agriculture

The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), a division of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland, is pleased to announce the launch of their recently updated website featuring fun and fresh new features for farmers and consumers alike. Colorful, intuitive, and easy to navigate, the website was constructed by All Ag Media of Calvert...
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Sheriff Cameron Invites Public to Attend The 36th Annual National Night Out on Tuesday August 6

Sheriff Cameron Invites Public to Attend The 36th Annual National Night Out on Tuesday August 6

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office invites you, your family and your community to the 36th Annual National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019, from 6 to 8 pm – an opportunity to meet and socialize with law enforcement and your neighbors. A neighborhood that invests time and cares into each other is...
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Maryland State Police Helicopter Crew Rescues Injured Boater In Anne Arundel County

Maryland State Police Helicopter Crew Rescues Injured Boater In Anne Arundel County

A Maryland State Police helicopter crew rescued an injured boater from the waters off Flat Island in Anne Arundel County. On Sunday, July 28, at approximately 4:00 p.m., the Anne Arundel County Emergency Operations Center received a call requesting assistance for an individual who was injured in a tubing accident in the waters east...
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Cambridge Angler Reels in Record 72-Pound Mahi Mahi Near Ocean City

Cambridge Angler Reels in Record 72-Pound Mahi Mahi Near Ocean City

Jeff Wright of Cambridge has broken a 34-year-old Maryland state fishing record in the Atlantic Division for a common dolphinfish, or mahi mahi. Wright caught the 72.8-pound fish July 28 off the coast of Ocean City. Wright was aboard a boat above Poor Man’s Canyon practicing with friends for the upcoming White Marlin Open...
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Two Injured After Rollover Crash in Callaway

Two Injured After Rollover Crash in Callaway

On Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at approximately 11:25 a.m., police fire, and rescue personnel responded to the area of Point Lookout Road and Hunting Quarter Drive in Callaway, for the motor vehicle accident reported serious with one vehicle overturned and one subject trapped. Crews arrived on scene to find two vehicles in the roadway...
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Drivers be Prepared for Routine Maintenance Scheduled for the Thomas Johnson Bridge Starting August 5th

Drivers be Prepared for Routine Maintenance Scheduled for the Thomas Johnson Bridge Starting August 5th

On Monday, Aug. 5, the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) will begin a week-long routine bridge inspection of the MD 4 (Patuxent Beach Road) Bridge over the Patuxent River (Governor Thomas Johnson Bridge) at the Calvert / St. Mary’s County line. The inspection will take place Monday, Aug. 5, through...
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