In the aftermath of a fatal motor vehicle accident involving a driver under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the time it takes for police…
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Record $21.5 Million in Maryland Waterway Improvement Fund Awards go to Public Boating Access, Navigable Waterways, and Safety
By The Citizen on July 24, 2024
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will provide $21.5 million in Waterway Improvement Fund allocations to communities and projects throughout Maryland in Fiscal Year 2025, which began…
Nursing Professors Kathy Parsons and Lisa Gonzalez Excel with Nurse Support Program; Recognized for Leadership
By The Citizen on July 24, 2024
Ensuring that our region has top-quality nurses starts with ensuring that they’re taught by the best possible professors. College of Southern Maryland (CSM) nursing faculty…
Theft of Boots at Tractor Supply Co. in Hollywood Leads to Charges
By The Citizen on July 23, 2024
On Monday, June 17, 2024, an incident of theft was reported at the Tractor Supply Co. located on Mervell Dean Road, in Hollywood. Authorities responded…
Citizens Stop Subject From Jumping Off Thomas Johnson Bridge
By The Citizen on July 21, 2024
On Saturday, July 20, 2024, at approximately 7:43 p.m., police were dispatched to the area of the Thomas Johnson Bridge for the reported suicidal subject.…
Fire Safety – Matches and Lighters, Curious Kids Set Fires
By The Citizen on July 19, 2024
By RVFD Vice President / Lieutenant Scot Best: Each year, children start many fires. Many of these fires are started with matches and lighters. Children…
St. Mary’s County and Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Releases Information Concerning Fentanyl Theft from Paramedic Narcotics Supply
By The Citizen on July 19, 2024
Further updates will be provided here, when they become available. Charges are currently pending and additional details will be provided at a later time. Calvert…
NOAA Announces $10 Million Grant for Oyster Sanctuary Reef Construction in Maryland
By The Citizen on July 19, 2024
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has announced that it has recommended awarding $10 million to fund new reef construction for a Maryland Department of…
How to Stay Cool and Hydrated in the Heat: Essential Tips for Beating the Summer Sun
By The Citizen on July 17, 2024
As the summer sun blazes and temperatures soar, staying cool and hydrated becomes crucial for your wellbeing. Whether you’re enjoying outdoor activities, working in the…
Public Comment Hearing on July 23, 2024 for SMECO Rate Case
By The Citizen on July 17, 2024
The Maryland Public Service Commission will hold a public comment hearing on the rate increase request filed in May 2024 by the Southern Maryland Electric…
Boating Accidents Trend Down, Arrests Up During Operation Dry Water 2024
By The Citizen on July 17, 2024
The Maryland Natural Resources Police reported a statistically safer weekend than years past during the July 4 weekend this year. Despite being the busiest boating…
Southern Maryland National Heritage Area Awards Nearly $40,000 in Seed Grants to the Region
By The Citizen on July 16, 2024
The Southern Maryland National Heritage Area is pleased to announce that nearly $40,000 in seed grants have been awarded to heritage tourism projects in Calvert,…
Leonardtown Man All Smiles in Booking Photo After DUI in Calvert County
By The Citizen on July 14, 2024
On July 1, 2024, Deputy Parrott of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to Langley Lane and Solomons Island Road in Solomons, for the report…
Suspect Who Threw Multiple Baggies of Drugs Off Thomas Johnson Bridge During High Speed Chase in Custody After PIT Maneuver
By The Citizen on July 10, 2024
On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at approximately 4:15 p.m., police attempted to pull over a subject operating a black lifted Chevrolet pickup truck. The suspect,…
UPDATE: Body of Missing Teen Recovered Near Benedict Bridge
By The Citizen on July 10, 2024
UPDATE 7/10/2024 @ 12:30 P.M.: On Monday, July 8, 2024, at 7:26 p.m., deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau responded to 6790…