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Governor Hogan Announces Safe and Phased Reopening Plan for Assisted Living Facilities
By The Citizen on June 28, 2020
Governor Larry Hogan today announced a safe and phased reopening plan for Maryland’s assisted living facilities as part of the state’s commitment to protect vulnerable…
Maryland’s COVID-19 Positivity Rate Drops to 4.92%, Hospitalizations Under 500 for First Time in 12 Weeks
By The Citizen on June 28, 2020
Maryland’s key COVID-19 health metrics continue to trend in a positive direction, with the statewide positivity rate dropping to a new low of 4.92%, and hospitalizations falling…
Update from Governor Hogan on COVID-19: “We Must All Continue To Remain Vigilant”
By The Citizen on June 26, 2020
Governor Larry Hogan issued the following update to Marylanders regarding the state’s ongoing response to COVID-19: “While yesterday the United States saw a record number…
Maryland State Police Seek Women to Join Maryland’s Finest, and Announce 2020 Youth Leadership Seminar
By The Citizen on June 26, 2020
The Maryland State Police announce Year of the Woman: 2020 Youth Leadership and Law Enforcement Seminar, a free event held in August to enroll, train and…
Firefighter Respond to Commercial Vehicle Fire in Mechanicsville
By The Citizen on June 26, 2020
On Thursday, June 25, 2020 at approximately 12:50 a.m., firefighters from Hughesville and Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department responded to 27630 Woodburn Hill Road in Mechanicsville,…
Governor Hogan Announces Maryland Has Distributed More Than 50 Million Units of Personal Protective Equipment
By The Citizen on June 24, 2020
Governor Larry Hogan announced that the State of Maryland has now distributed more than 50 million units of personal protective equipment (PPE) to hospitals, state…
Coast Guard Reports Distress Calls and Rescues Picked up Over the Holiday Weekend in Mid-Atlantic
By The Citizen on June 23, 2020
Boaters and swimmers took to the water this Father’s Day weekend, and as the summer boating season ramps up, Coast Guard units and command center…
Atlantic League Clubs Updated 2020 Plans, Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Working Towards Finalizing 70-Game Season
By The Citizen on June 21, 2020
The Atlantic League of Professional Baseball today announced that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, several member clubs have not gained necessary approval from governmental and…
Personnel from St. Mary’s and Charles County Assist in Body Recovery in Montross, Virginia
By The Citizen on June 21, 2020
On Saturday, June 20, 2020, at approximately 3:47 a.m., crews from Seventh District VFD and the Charles County Dive Team responded to the 600 block…
Governor Hogan Announces New Guidance to Allow Limited Outdoor Visitation to Nursing Home Facilities
By The Citizen on June 19, 2020
Ahead of Father’s Day weekend, Governor Larry Hogan today announced a plan to begin allowing limited outdoor visits to Maryland’s nursing home facilities. The plan…
Southern Maryland Law Enforcement Summit Meeting with St. Mary’s, Calvert, and Charles County Sheriff’s
By The Citizen on June 19, 2020
The three sheriffs of the region are scheduled to meet on Friday, June 19, 2020, at a Southern Maryland Law Enforcement Summit at the College…
On Thursday, June 18, 2020, Maryland reports 63,229 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 2,886 deaths. An increase of 260 Cases, and 20 Deaths
By The Citizen on June 18, 2020
On Thursday, June 18, 2020, Maryland reports 63,229 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 2,886 deaths. An increase of 260 cases, and 20 deaths overnight. Negative…
Maryland Reports 62,969 Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 and 2,861 Deaths. An Increase of 560 Cases, and 15 Deaths
By The Citizen on June 17, 2020
On Wednesday, June 17, 2020, Maryland reports 62,969 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 2,866 deaths. An increase of 560 cases, and 15 deaths overnight. Negative…
UPDATE: Vehicle Fires in Charlotte Hall Scrap Yard Deemed Accidental
By The Citizen on June 17, 2020
On Tuesday, June, 16, at 2:30 p.m., firefighters responded to 37339 Carpenter Lane in Charlotte Hall, for the reporte vehicle fires. Crews arrived on the…