UPDATE 11/2/2024: Robert Eric Hyatt Jr., 38, of Fort Washington, has been arrested and charged with numerous crimes, including attempted first-degree murder, after an alleged violent home invasion in St. Mary’s County. On November 29, 2024, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a home invasion at an...
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Before John Smith arrived and even before the glaciers melted to create the Chesapeake Bay, Indigenous Peoples had called the land that is now Maryland home. Indigenous sites in Maryland have been dated as early as 12,000 years ago by archaeologists. Many Indigenous People lived along the then Susquehanna River, using the resources provided...
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The holiday season begins in Leonardtown when Santa arrives for Christmas on the Square & the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in the Town Square on Friday, November 29, 2024. The festivities begin at 4:30 PM with holiday music, entertainment, sleigh rides, train rides, hayrides, live nativity, balloon art, face painting, children’s crafts, hot drinks, food, holiday...
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On Thursday, November 28, 2024, at approximately 9:20 p.m., Officers from the Department of Natural Resources Police advised a vehicle fled at a high rate of speed after an attempted traffic stop and requested additional police. Officers located the vehicle overturned on Beachville Road a short time later and requested fire and rescue personnel...
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Raven Savannah Gardiner, 22, of Leonardtown, has been charged in connection with an altercation that left a man with multiple stab wounds and another woman injured. The incident, which occurred on November 10, 2024, in the North Essex Drive area of Lexington Park, involved an attempt to break up a fight that escalated into...
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Harry Chandler Finch, Jr, 72, of Mechanicsville Maryland, passed away on November 21, 2024, with his loved ones by his side. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Harry will always be remembered for his compassion, witty jokes, and devotion to his family. Born on March 8, 1952, in Washington DC, Harry spent...
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William Franklin Bowen, affectionately known as “Flap” or “Frankie” passed away November 12, 2024 at the age of 79 after a long illness. He was born February 13, 1945 in Prince Frederick to Glenn William and Dorothy (Norfolk) Bowen. Flap was raised in Huntingtown and graduated from Calvert High School. He worked for Bob...
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Frederick James Stehle, 79, of Saint Leonard, Maryland, passed away on November 25, 2024, after a lengthy illness. Born September 11, 1945 in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of the late Frederick and Catherine Stehle. Fred was preceded in death by his sister Grace DeMarco. Fred spent the majority of his life...
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Ilse Rosemarie Metz, 85, of Solomons, MD and formerly of Kensington, MD, passed away on November 22, 2024 at Adventist Hospital, White Oak. Born December 10, 1938 in Munich, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Karl Hofmann and Maria (Stadler) Hofmann. Ilse immigrated from Munich, Germany, arriving May 11, 1954 on the...
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John Raymond “Ray” Lankford, Jr., 75, of Solomons, MD passed away on November 18, 2024 at Calvert Health Medical Center. Born June 9, 1949 in Prince Frederick, MD, he was the son of the late John Raymond Lankford, Sr. and Elizabeth “Betty” (Martin) Lankford. Ray graduated from Calvert Senior High School in 1967. He...
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Nancy Virginia Bolinger passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024 in Jacksonville, NC after a long illness. She was born in Arlington, VA on March 2, 1950 to Robert C. and Neola W. Bolinger. She spent much of her youth in Charles County, MD and graduated from LaPlata High School, then went on to...
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On November 22, 2024, Colleen Louise Snider, 68, passed away. Colleen was born on August 13, 1956, in Maryland to parents Joseph and Bernice Moore. Colleen enjoyed her work as a bartender for the Tavern. She loved being able to meet new customers who came in. She had a knack for making everyone feel...
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Nancy Ann Kemmis, 91, of Leonardtown, Maryland passed away on November 22, 2024, with her loving family at her side. She was born on August 30, 1933, in Kalispell, Montana to the late James Leslie Wheeler and Tabitha Isabella (nee: Norris) Wheeler. Nancy was born and raised in Kalispell, Montana and in her heart...
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On Monday, November 18, 2024, at 1:17 a.m., officers responded to the 6500 block of Hungerford Road in Bryans Road, MD for the report of a subject breaking into vehicles. Upon arrival, officers observed several vehicles had been broken into. One of the officers, who is also a drone operator, deployed a drone to...
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On Sunday, November 17, 2024, at approximately 4:19 a.m., officers responded to the 6000 block of Washington Avenue for the report of a construction site burglary. Upon arrival officers observed two individuals in dark clothing, as the individuals noticed the officers they fled on foot to a large box truck. Officers attempted to stop...
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The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) and the Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station Patuxent River (NAS PAX) will hold a joint meeting on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 9 a.m. in the Frank Knox Building, located just outside of NAS PAX Gate 2 at 21866 Cedar Point Road, Patuxent River. “Our partnership...
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December 2024 marks the return of a beloved holiday tour, along with a fresh approach to celebration! Historic St. Mary’s City is thrilled to unveil an entire weekend filled with holiday magic, offering activities that will delight every member of your family. Enjoy everything from an outdoor rock show to crafting your own fresh...
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The Prince George’s County Police Department arrested three suspects wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in late July. The suspects are 22-year-old Samuel Nnam of Upper Marlboro and two juvenile males – a 17 year from Hyattsville and a 17 year old from Greenbelt. They are all charged as adults for...
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The State’s Attorney’s Office for Charles County (SAO) is returning with its fourth year of the “Drive Sober” initiative to spread awareness of the grave dangers of driving impaired and help the public take preventative measures. The “Drive Sober” initiative will run during the holiday season – November 25, 2024, through January 1, 2025...
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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run that occurred in Accokeek on Friday night. The victim is 40-year-old Loretta Canter-Andrews of Accokeek. On November 22, 2024, at approximately 9:50 pm, patrol officers responded to the area of Indian Head Highway and Farmington Road for...
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by Danielle J. Brown, Maryland Matters November 24, 2024 Cannabis-related emergency room visits climbed steadily through July 2023, when recreational use was first legalized in Maryland, but have never reached that peak again, fluctuating up and down in the months since. That was just one of the findings of a new Maryland Health Department...
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On Monday, November 25, 2024, at approximately 10:30 a.m., Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office advised a vehicle struck the building and was checking for injuries. Firefighters and emergency medical services were dispatched and responded, however, before their arrival, all units were placed in service as no injuries were reported. The elderly...
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St. Mary’s County Government’s Museum Division, which oversees Piney Point Lighthouse Museum, St. Clement’s Island Museum, and the Old Jail Museum is pleased to present special events and exhibits during the holiday season at each historic site. Piney Point Lighthouse Museum Holiday Family Open House (Sunday, December 1, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 5...
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November 25, 2024 – Maryland State Police are investigating a fatal hit and run crash that claimed the life of a 7-year-old in Anne Arundel County last night. The deceased is a 7-year-old boy who was a rear passenger in a 2011 Mazda 3 involved in the incident. Emergency medical service personnel pronounced him...
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Prince George’s County Fire & EMS Department released the following information: In the early morning hours of November 24, 2024, Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department responded to a devastating house fire in the 3400 block of Webster Street in Brentwood. The fire occurred in a two-story duplex residence, prompting a swift response from Engine...
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