Monthly Archives: March 2020

William (Bill) Amund Johnson, 84

William (Bill) Amund Johnson, 84

William (Bill) Amund Johnson, 84, of Brandywine, MD passed away on March 1, 2020 at Restore Health Rehabilitation, White Plains. Bill was born in New Leipzig, North Dakota on October 7, 1935 to the late William M. Johnson and the late Mary G. Drashil Johnson. Bill joined the US Navy after college and proudly...
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Mary Frances Noone Latona, 84

Mary Frances Noone Latona, 84

Mary Frances Noone Latona, 84, passed away peacefully with her daughter at her side, Sunday, February 16, 2020 at St. Mary’s Nursing Center in Leonardtown Maryland. She was born March 26, 1935 in Pittston, Pa., daughter of Patrick Noone (d. 1976 and Winnifred Walsh Noone (d. 1984) and sister of Gerald Noone (d. 1984)...
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James “Jay Jay” Lesley Saunders, III, 41

James “Jay Jay” Lesley Saunders, III, 41, of Newburg, MD passed away on February 29, 2020. Jay Jay was born in Washington, DC on February 12, 1979 to Spider Saunders and Brenda McDonnell.  He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Jim and Marie Saunders and Al and Doris Shives; brother, Kermit Otis Saunders. ...
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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Identity of Theft Suspect in Lexington Park

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Identity of Theft Suspect in Lexington Park

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identity of the person pictured in a theft investigation. On Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at 6:15 pm, the suspect brought a four-pack of wine to the checkout counter at HV Liquors in San Souci Plaza in California. When asked for identification, the suspect fled the...
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St. Mary’s County Government Working with Local Officials Provide Response and Information for COVID-19

St. Mary’s County Government Working with Local Officials Provide Response and Information for COVID-19

The St. Mary’s County Government is committed to providing timely and accurate information on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) to citizens. Governor Hogan declared a State of Emergency March 5, 2020 as Maryland has three confirmed coronavirus cases as of press time. The County Emergency Services Department, Emergency Management Division, has elevated out Emergency Operations...
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Woman Charged with Threats of Mass Violence and Arson Threats After Calling in Bomb Threat to Walmart

Woman Charged with Threats of Mass Violence and Arson Threats After Calling in Bomb Threat to Walmart

On March 3, 2020 at about 8:30 p.m. police were called to the Walmart at 6721 Chesapeake Center Drive for a bomb threat. The caller called a WalMart customer service center and threatened to blow up the store, specifically mentioning an employee by name. As a result, approximately 200 employees and customers were evacuated...
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Eric Scott Woomer, 35

Eric Scott Woomer, 35

Eric Scott Woomer, age 35, passed away unexpectedly at home in Chesapeake Beach, MD, on February 28, 2020. Eric grew up in Shady Side, MD. Eric is predeceased by his parents, Kent and Sharon Woomer. He is survived by his daughter, Leilani; his sisters, Deanna and Jenny; brother, Demian; nieces and nephews Natalie, Nathan,...
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Danny Brent Buckmaster, 73

Danny Brent Buckmaster, 73

Danny Brent Buckmaster, 73, of Prince Frederick, Maryland passed away March 4, 2020 at his home. He was born on August 1, 1946 in Prince Frederick, Maryland to the late Samuel H. and Thelma Buck Buckmaster. Danny was preceded in death by his siblings, Betty Holland, Ellen Wood, Sylvia Gilbert, Keith Buckmaster and Mark...
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Deborah Ann Catterton, 68

Deborah Ann Catterton, 68

Deborah Ann Catterton, 68, of Owings passed away March 2, 2020. She was born January 11, 1952 in Annapolis to Edward Talbot and Beverly Jane (Whittington) Grierson. She was raised in Deale until her family moved to Calvert County, where she attended Calvert High School. She married Joseph Samuel Catterton, Jr. on October 6,...
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Alvin Leopold “Big Mac” McLean, 90

Alvin Leopold “Big Mac” McLean, 90

Alvin Leopold “Big Mac” McLean, 90, of Lexington Park, MD and formerly of Jamaica and England, passed away on February 26, 2020 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital. Born October 21, 1929 in Sunbury Clarendon, Jamaica, he was the son of the late Joseph Fuller and Norissa McLean. Alvin graduated from Smithville High School in...
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Bette Jane Seaman, 63

Bette Jane Seaman, 63

Bette Jane Seaman, 63, of Waldorf, MD passed away on February 25, 2020 at her residence. Born February 18, 1957 in Germany, she was the daughter of the late Major Clifton Elwood Seaman and Marion Irene (Kenyon) Seaman. Bette was an esthetician and makeup artist for over thirty years and she loved animals. Bette...
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Robert E. Berry (Bob), 101

Robert E. Berry (Bob), 101

Robert E. Berry (Bob) of Lusby, Maryland, 101, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2020. He was preceded in death by his father Edward P. Berry and his mother Mary S. Sasse and brother Donald Berry and by his beloved wife Mildred in 1989. He is survived by Linda P. Matthew (Richard), cousin, of...
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Dianne Elizabeth Hickman, 68

Dianne Elizabeth Hickman, 68

Dianne Elizabeth Hickman, 68, passed away February 19, 2020 with her family by her side. She was born July 11, 1951 in Winthrop, MA. In the late 70’s she headed to southern Maryland and loved it so much she never left. Dianne was an accountant by day, and during tax season she was an...
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Jeffrey Alan Klapper, 76

Jeffrey Alan Klapper, 76

Jeffrey Alan Klapper, age 76, of Prince Frederick, MD, passed away in his home due to complications of cancer on Monday, February 24, 2020. Born in Lower Merion Township, PA, on September 10, 1943, he was the son of the late Gerhardt Elmer and Dorothy Patricia (Cowie) Klapper. Jeff was the owner of L.J....
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Dennis Jerome “Jerry” Clark

Dennis Jerome “Jerry” Clark

Dennis Jerome “Jerry” Clark of Upper Marlboro, MD passed away on February 13, 2020. Born July 18, 1953 in Cheverly, MD, he was the son of Raymond Lee and Anne Kathleen (Overton) Clark who preceded him in death. Jerry was known as a talented mechanic and worked on anything with a motor. He owned...
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Civil War Trails Blazes a New Path for History Travel in St. Mary’s County

Civil War Trails Blazes a New Path for History Travel in St. Mary’s County

Civil War Trails, Inc. has teamed up with the St. Mary’s County Museum Division, Visit St. Mary’s MD, Historic Sotterley and the Maryland Department of Conservation and Recreation and to revamp all six Civil War Trails sites in St. Mary’s County. Earlier this month, the first of six new signs was installed at Historic...
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UPDATE: ATF Offers $5,000 Reward for Information in Armed Robbery of Over 25 Guns in St. Mary’s County

UPDATE: ATF Offers $5,000 Reward for Information in Armed Robbery of Over 25 Guns in St. Mary’s County

UPDATE 12:50 P.M: The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the community’s assistance with information on a robbery that occurred on Thursday, March 5, 2020. Citizens may remain anonymous and are eligible for an award from Crime Solvers of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest or indictment. The Bureau of Alcohol,...
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What does a “State of Emergency” mean?

What does a “State of Emergency” mean?

A state of emergency has been declared in order to allow Maryland to coordinate and request emergency resources and support in response to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus). A state of emergency allows the Governor to access certain resources in order to increase the State’s response. A state of emergency is a good indicator that residents...
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Governor Larry Hogan Declares State of Emergency, Expands Statewide Response to Novel Coronavirus

Governor Larry Hogan Declares State of Emergency, Expands Statewide Response to Novel Coronavirus

Tonight, Governor Larry Hogan announced the state’s first positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and declared a state of emergency to ramp up Maryland’s coordinated response across all levels of government. “In order to further mobilize all available state resources in response to this threat to public health, I have issued a proclamation declaring...
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Garvey Senior Activity Center to Relocate to New Facility, Formal Ribbon Cutting Event to be held Tuesday, April 28, 2020

Garvey Senior Activity Center to Relocate to New Facility, Formal Ribbon Cutting Event to be held Tuesday, April 28, 2020

The current Garvey Senior Activity Center, located in the Leonardtown Governmental Center complex, will officially close its doors Friday, April 3, at 5 p.m. For two weeks, staff will be moving into the brand-new Garvey Senior Activity Center to prepare for its opening. The new Garvey Senior Activity Center, located at 23630 Hayden Farm...
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Prince George’s County Investigating 19-Year-Old Male Found Shot to Death in Wooded Area in Chillum

Prince George’s County Investigating 19-Year-Old Male Found Shot to Death in Wooded Area in Chillum

Homicide Unit detectives are actively working to identify and arrest the suspect(s) who shot and killed a man in Chillum. The victim is 19-year-old Nelson Leon-Umana of Adelphi. On February 28th, at approximately 2:05 pm, officers responded to the 6600 block of Chillum Manor Road for a welfare check. Responding officers located the victim...
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Governor Hogan Submits Emergency Legislation to Advance Coronavirus Response Maryland Emergency Management Agency Raising Activation Level to Enhanced

Governor Hogan Submits Emergency Legislation to Advance Coronavirus Response Maryland Emergency Management Agency Raising Activation Level to Enhanced

At Wednesday’s Board of Public Works meeting, Governor Larry Hogan announced that he is introducing emergency legislation granting him the authority to transfer resources from the state’s rainy day fund for Maryland’s novel coronavirus response. The governor also announced that the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is raising its activation level to Enhanced in...
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Prince George’s County Police Department Announces Passing of Off-Duty Detective

Prince George’s County Police Department Announces Passing of Off-Duty Detective

The Prince George’s County Police Department is mourning the loss of an off-duty detective who passed away earlier today at her home in Waldorf. Shortly before 10:00 am, first responders were called to the home of Corporal Danita Ingram for a medical emergency. Despite life-saving measures, Corporal Ingram passed away a short time later....
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Dennis Marvin Erich, Sr., “Pee-Wee” 71

Dennis Marvin Erich, Sr., “Pee-Wee” 71

Dennis Marvin Erich, Sr., “Pee-Wee” 71, of Prince Frederick, Maryland passed away on March 3, 2020 in Prince Frederick, Maryland. He was born on October 31, 1948 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Carlyle Richard and Edna Wood Erich. Pee Wee is also proceeded in death by his brother, Carlyle Richard Erich, Jr. and...
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North Point High School Art Teacher James Ball Named 2020 Charles County Teacher of the Year.

North Point High School Art Teacher James Ball Named 2020 Charles County Teacher of the Year.

North Point High School art teacher James Ball is well known among the school community. As a veteran Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) teacher of 26 years, Ball is passionate about art and art education. He is also dedicated to athletics and coaches several sports at North Point. One would not know upon first...
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