Monthly Archives: December 2020

Commissioners Renew Intergovernmental Support Agreement with Naval Air Station Patuxent River and St. Mary’s County

Commissioners Renew Intergovernmental Support Agreement with Naval Air Station Patuxent River and St. Mary’s County

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County have renewed the Intergovernmental Support Agreement (IGSA) between Naval Air Station Patuxent River and the county. This cooperative agreement extends mutual benefits to the county and the Navy through cost-saving initiatives and shared funding opportunities and creates a unified approach to resist any negative BRAC impacts for two...
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One Flown to Trauma Center After Single Vehicle Collision in Waldorf

One Flown to Trauma Center After Single Vehicle Collision in Waldorf

On Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at approximately 8:10 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of 9355 Berry Road in Waldorf, for the motor vehicle collision with subjects trapped. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single vehicle off the roadway and overturned in a wooded area with the single...
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Mary Elizabeth “Lizzie” Tolson, 81

Mary Elizabeth “Lizzie” Tolson, 81

Mary Elizabeth “Lizzie” Tolson, 81, of Hollywood, MD passed away on December 5, 2020 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD. She was born on September 21, 1939 in Rock Point, MD to the late Delmar Andrew Thompson and Emma Welch Thompson. Lizzie enjoyed a good card game of PITCH, watching her soap...
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Robert “Bob” Frederick Callow, Sr., 89

Robert “Bob” Frederick Callow, Sr., 89

Robert “Bob” Frederick Callow, Sr., 89, of Leonardtown, MD passed peacefully on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. He was born on March 31, 1931 in Washington, DC to the late John F. Callow and Harriett “Hattie” Callow. He was one of six children. As a young man, Bob met the love of his life, Concetta...
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ATCS James Joseph “Jim” Doherty, USN (Ret.), 51

ATCS James Joseph “Jim” Doherty, USN (Ret.), 51

ATCS James Joseph “Jim” Doherty, USN (Ret.), 51 of Leonardtown, MD passed away on December 5, 2020 at Capital Caring Center in Lanham, MD with his wife at his side. He was born on April 30, 1969 in Malden, MA to Joseph and Ann Hollis Doherty of Rowley, MA. He was raised in Saugus,...
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Brenda Marie Russell, 57

Brenda Marie Russell, 57

Brenda Marie Russell, 57, of Indian Lake Estates, FL, (formerly of Southern Maryland) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at her residence. She was born on December 16, 1962 in Prince George’s County, Maryland to the late Richard and Joyce Cavey. She moved to Lake Estates, FL in 2018. Brenda lived her...
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Steven J. Post “Steve”, 75

Steven J. Post “Steve”, 75

Steven J. Post “Steve”, of Hughesville, MD passed on November 30, 2020 at the age of 75 years. Born in Ardmore, OK the son of Ruth Lavern and Hamilton Ringland Post. The family moved to Washington, PA when Steve was young. Steve spent his early years there in a community where he felt safe...
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Ruth Dawn “Peaches” Fallon, 86

Ruth Dawn “Peaches” Fallon, 86

Ruth Dawn “Peaches” Fallon, 86, of Ridge, MD passed away on November 26, 2020 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD. She was born on February 8, 1934 to the late J. Frank Raley, Sr. and Ruth Zimmerly Raley. Peaches is a graduate of St. Michael’s School in Ridge, MD. In her younger...
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Julia Gayle Roberts, 50

Julia Gayle Roberts, 50

Julia Gayle Roberts, 50 of Hollywood, MD passed away on November 21, 2020 at her home. Julia was born on September 27, 1970 in Washington, D.C. to the late Arthur Leon Roberts and Barbara (Raymond) Roberts. Julia was a lifelong Maryland resident. She attended Northwestern High School in Hyattsville, MD. She married Michael Bryan...
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“It Is Time To Act”: Governor Hogan and Republican Governors Call on Congress to Pass COVID-19 Relief Bill

“It Is Time To Act”: Governor Hogan and Republican Governors Call on Congress to Pass COVID-19 Relief Bill

Governor Larry Hogan (MD) was joined by Governors Charlie Baker (MA), Asa Hutchinson (AR), Brian Kemp (GA), Phil Scott (VT), and Chris Sununu (NH) to call on Congress to pass an urgently-needed COVID-19 relief bill: “As Republican governors on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis, we strongly urge Congress to pass a bipartisan agreement on a COVID-19 relief package this month. “More than eight...
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House Fire in Waldorf Deemed Accidental, No Injuries Reported

House Fire in Waldorf Deemed Accidental, No Injuries Reported

On Monday, December 7, 2020, at approximately 11:25 p.m., firefighters responded to 12593 Substation Road in Waldorf, for the reported house on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a two story single family dwelling with fire showing. The owner/occupants are identified as Onyekuru, Cosmas & Tiffany. All three occupants escaped without injury....
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December 8, 2020, St. Mary’s County Commissioner Meeting Rollup

December 8, 2020, St. Mary’s County Commissioner Meeting Rollup

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County held their regular business meeting Tuesday, Dec. 8, in the Chesapeake Building in Leonardtown, beginning with a virtual meeting with the Navy. The Commissioners held a virtual joint meeting with  Naval Air Station Patuxent River, base Commander, CAPT. John Brabazon  and other representatives for the semi-annual Encroachment Mitigation...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Arrests – 12/9/2020

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Arrests – 12/9/2020

The following is a sample of recent arrests, crimes, and investigations handled by the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office.   On December 1, 2020, Deputies responded to Harris Teeter in Dunkirk for the report of harassment. The complainant advised an unknown male subject approached them while checking out and refused to leave them alone. Deputies...
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St. Mary’s County Health Department Announces Immediate Temporary Closure of COVID-19 Testing Site in Lexington Park

St. Mary’s County Health Department Announces Immediate Temporary Closure of COVID-19 Testing Site in Lexington Park

The St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) is announcing the immediate closure of the walk up COVID-19 testing site currently located at the Harm Reduction Office in Lexington Park, until further notice. “Extremely low temperatures at an outdoor testing site is unsafe for the staff and community members waiting in line,” said Dr. Meena...
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Criminal Summons Served – November 2020

Criminal Summons Served – November 2020

Criminal Summons Served- November 2020 11/01/20- Kevin NMN Johnson, age 53 of Bushwood- Indecent Exposure by DFC. Holdsworth# 305. CASE# 64171-20 11/02/20- Willard Henry Mumford, age 56 of California- Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Rycyzyn# 350. CASE# 64735-20 11/02/20- Joshua William Pease, age 39 of Mechanicsville- Possession of Firearm/Crime of Violence by Dep. Westphal#...
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State of Maryland to Focus on Health Care Workers, Long-Term Care Facilities, First Responders In Initial COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation

State of Maryland to Focus on Health Care Workers, Long-Term Care Facilities, First Responders In Initial COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation

State Launching Aggressive Public Health Campaign to Encourage Marylanders to Get Vaccinated. As COVID-19 vaccination preparation moves forward across the country, Governor Larry Hogan today provided an update on Maryland’s plans to safely deliver and distribute effective vaccines. “Our team at the Maryland Department of Health has worked hard over the past eight months...
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Apartment Fire in Indian Head Under Investigation

Apartment Fire in Indian Head Under Investigation

On Saturday, December 5, 2020, at approximately 10:10 p.m., firefighters responded to 4035 Indian Head Highway, in Indian Head for the report of an apartment on fire. It took over 50 firefighters approximately 30 minutes to bring the fire under control. The fire involved an eight unit apartment building. All units sustained varying level...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Identity of Cell Phone Theft Suspects in California

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Identity of Cell Phone Theft Suspects in California

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identities of the persons shown in a theft investigation. On Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 6:50 p.m., Suspect 1 entered the California T-Mobile store and asked about updating his phone. Suspect 2 entered when the store employee went to the back to retrieve a phone...
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Albert Purrayus Ashe

Albert Purrayus Ashe

Albert Purrayus Ashe was born on March 24, 1967 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Evelyn and Benjamin Ashe, Sr. When Albert was younger, his family relocated to the D.C. area where he received his schooling. He graduated from Surrattsville High School in Clinton, Maryland in 1986. From early childhood, Albert was a friendly and outgoing...
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Seven Years Later: Prince George’s County Police Seeking Community’s Assistance in Solving Teen’s 2013 Murder

Seven Years Later: Prince George’s County Police Seeking Community’s Assistance in Solving Teen’s 2013 Murder

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Cold Case Unit remains committed to solving the murder of Brandon Ramone Johnson of District Heights – who was shot and killed in 2013 just days before his 18th birthday. On December 7, 2013, at approximately 3:15 am, patrol officers were called to the 4900 block of Suitland...
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Hogan Announces Maryland and United States Flags to be Flown at Half Staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Hogan Announces Maryland and United States Flags to be Flown at Half Staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

On Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we remember the date which will live in infamy – December 7, 1941 – that changed the course of the 20th century. Please join me in taking a moment to remember the Greatest Generation, and to honor those who lost their lives in that horrific attack. Governor Larry Hogan...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Mourns Passing of K-9 Edo

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Mourns Passing of K-9 Edo

It is with great sadness that the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office has to announce the passing of K-9 Edo. K-9 Edo was the partner to Cpl. Jamie Morgan and served the agency from 2011 to his untimely passing on December 4, 2020. K-9 Edo was a European import German Shepherd/Malinois mix that was purchased...
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Maryland Lottery Weekly Winners: Two $10,000 Scratch Offs Sold in St. Mary’s County

Maryland Lottery Weekly Winners: Two $10,000 Scratch Offs Sold in St. Mary’s County

A $100,000 scratch-off prize was claimed last week on a ticket sold in Lanham, and another five players won $50,000 each in Baltimore, Beltsville, Takoma Park and Oxon Hill. In all, Lottery players won or claimed nearly $26.2 million in the seven days ending December 6, 2020, including 27 tickets worth $10,000 or more...
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Maryland State Police to Continue Increased Patrols to Combat Impaired, Distracted, Aggressive Driving This Holiday Season

Maryland State Police to Continue Increased Patrols to Combat Impaired, Distracted, Aggressive Driving This Holiday Season

Even with residents expected to reduce their travel due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Maryland State Police will continue to be on alert to ensure motorists remain safe on the road this holiday season. Troopers from each of the 23 Maryland State Police barracks will continue to focus enforcement efforts on impaired driving, aggressive...
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COVID-19 Testing Site Early Closure on Monday, December 7, 2020

COVID-19 Testing Site Early Closure on Monday, December 7, 2020

Due to cold temperatures, the St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) is announcing that the following walk-up COVID-19 testing sites will close early today, December 7 at 12:30 p.m.: St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) COVID-19 Testing: Main Office in Leonardtown Harm Reduction Program Office in Lexington Park Regular testing hours are expected to...
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