Anita Carol Bland, 62, of Elk Garden, West Virginia, passed away November 6, 2025, following a brief illness, surrounded by family. Born September 8th, 1963, in Detroit, Michigan, she was preceded in death by her father Billie D. Blevins. She lived a fulfilling life raising her two children, running a successful business, caring for...
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Thomas Edward Harbaugh, Sr., 83, of Chesapeake Beach passed away November 3, 2025. He was born November 23, 1941 in Washington, DC to James Austin and Arlene (Wishard) Harbaugh. Tom worked for the Office of Naval Intelligence for over 30 years, retiring in 2011. Tom was an avid tennis player and coach. He coached...
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Billy Ray Wolber, 80, of Port Republic, Maryland, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025. Born on August 8, 1945, in La Junta, Colorado, Billy lived a life defined by quiet strength, dedication, and care for his family and friends. A proud veteran, Billy served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy, an experience...
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Charles Reid Hutchins passed away peacefully on November 02, 2025, All Souls Day in Venice, Florida. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Joan. He and Joan had two sons, Michael and Stephen and daughter-in-law Mary. He was also the proud Grandfather of Justin, David, and Megan, and great granddaughter, McKenna. Charles...
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Theresa Marie (Marcus) Manas, 70, of Harwood, passed away on November 1, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on December 16, 1954, in Cheverly to Aubrey and Mary (Gaffney) Marcus and was raised in the College Park area. Theresa married her husband Bruce on March 20, 1976, and together they settled in...
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Joan Marie Myers, 86, of Solomons, Maryland, entered into rest peacefully on October 30, 2025. Born on September 29, 1939, in New York City, Joan was the daughter of the late Grace and Thomas Joseph Moriarty. She grew up in Wappingers Falls, New York, and graduated from Wappingers Central School District. On January 19,...
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On November 6, 2025, Darlene Ann McAllister, 66, of Hughesville, MD, passed away following a lengthy health battle. Born on November 17th, 1958, in Washington, DC, Darlene was known throughout her life for her compassion and unwavering devotion to her family and friends. Darlene faced her illness with the same courage and quiet determination...
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Ramona Afanador, affectionately known as Ramonita, age 92, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Ramona was born on November 12, 1932, in Puerto Rico, to Francisco DeJesus Collazo and Leonor Rodriguez Andujar....
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Last month, Maryland representatives joined officials from around the Mid-Atlantic region to put forth a revised Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement that includes firm timelines, required pollution reductions, and ambitious, yet reachable goals for improving the health of the Bay. The Chesapeake Bay Program’s Principals’ Staff Committee approved the revised Agreement at its Oct. 28...
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A Prince George’s County player is going from counting reps to counting cash, thanks to a $150,000 third-tier win on the Oct. 18 Powerball drawing. The big winner was leaving the gym on Oct. 16 when he stopped at Keller’s Market at 15624 Livingston Road in Accokeek to play his regular Lottery games. A...
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Charles County announced that all three major national bond rating agencies—Fitch Ratings, S&P Global Ratings, and Moody’s Investors Service—have reaffirmed the county’s Triple-A bond rating, the highest possible designation. Representatives from each agency met with county leaders to review the county’s financial health, budget management, external audits, and economic development efforts. This reaffirmation reflects...
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On Friday, November 7, 2025, at approximately 11:37 p.m., police and emergency medical services responded to the area of 45473 Saint George’s Avenue at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, for the reported injuries after an assault. 911 callers reported an assault had just occurred on the boat with the...
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On Sunday, November 9, 2025, at approximately 1:28 p.m., firefighters responded to the Jimmy’s Autobody located at 23673 Budds Creek Road in Clements, for the reported vehicle on fire threatening a structure. 911 callers reported a pickup truck on fire and possibly threatening a structure. Firefighters quickly arrived on the scene to find a...
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The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), a division of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland, is excited to announce the 13th Round of the Southern Maryland Farmer Mini-Grant Program. This program will award up to $60,000 in matching funds to help both new and experienced farmers start, diversify, or expand their agricultural projects. Applications open on Monday, November...
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On Sunday, November 9, 2025, at approximately 9:22 a.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 21000 block of Spring Valley Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. 911 callers reported a vehicle left the roadway and struck a parked, unoccupied SUV, with witnesses reporting four juveniles...
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What started as an off-duty night out at a local establishment in Charles County for La Plata Police Department Captain Robert Bagley turned into a program to help “Save Some One”. Earlier this year, Captain Bagley was off-duty at an establishment in Charles County when he observed a commotion and other patrons becoming frantic....
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Hospice of the Chesapeake is proud to announce that Partners In Care of Maryland, Inc., has officially joined its family of services under a newly formed umbrella organization, Chesapeake Health Partners. This incorporation marks a significant milestone in the organizations’ shared mission to serve Maryland’s aging population with compassion, dignity and connection. Becky Miller,...
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The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration and the Maryland Highway Safety Office are reminding all roadway users to exercise extreme caution as days get shorter and with Halloween right around the corner. “Whether you are behind the wheel or out on foot, I urge all Marylanders to be Serious About Safety and...
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The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin resurfacing a section MD 224 (Chickamuxen Road) between Sweden Point Road and north of Butterfly Place in Charles County starting Thursday, November 6. The work is scheduled for completion in late November, weather permitting. Crews are permitted to close a lane or shoulder Mondays...
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The Calvert County Health Department is issuing a rabies alert for Solomons, Lusby, and St. Leonard due to three additional confirmed cases of rabies in wild animals. On October 24, 2025, one skunk in the area of St. Leonard Road tested positive for the rabies virus. On October 25, 2025, another skunk found on...
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St. Leonard Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company 7 is saddened to learn of the passing of Charter Member Gerald C. Peterson, one of the individuals whose early contributions helped shape the foundation of our department. Although his time with the company was limited, the impact of his efforts has carried through the decades. The...
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Patrol Officer First Class Jacob Shuar was recognized by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for being a leader amongst law enforcement officers in Maryland conducting driving under the influence enforcement in 2024. MADD is a national nonprofit organization founded in 1980 by a mother after the tragic death of her daughter, due to a...
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Demonstrating a continued commitment to helping those in need – both at home and abroad – the members of the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department have donated 55 sets of retired turnout gear to fire departments in the Philippines that lack access to critical protective equipment. This generous donation was part of a larger...
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Maryland State Police Homicide Unit charged a Prince George’s County man with the murder of Nyah Hairston, a 20-year-old woman shot while driving on the Capital Beltway last year. The accused is identified as Dominec Proctor, 28 of Glenn Dale, Maryland. Proctor is charged with first-degree murder. He is currently being held without bond...
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Six students from St. Charles High School were charged in connection with an altercation that occurred on Thursday, October 30th, 2025, inside the school. During the assault, a male and female student were fighting when several other students engaged in the altercation. School administrators tried to separate the students but were not able to...
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