The Maryland State Department of Education released data on the four-year cohort graduation rate for students graduating from Maryland public schools in the spring of…
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Celebrating Maryland Day – March 25th, 2024
By The Citizen on March 25, 2024
What is Maryland Day? On March 25, 1634, the Ark and the Dove, carrying 150 European settlers, landed on St. Clements Island. In 1916, the…
SMECO Nominating Committee to Meet in May 2024
By The Citizen on March 25, 2024
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative’s (SMECO) Board of Directors has appointed 10 members to the 2024 Nominating Committee scheduled to meet on Wednesday, May 8, 2024,…
No Injuries Reported After Shed Fire Mechanicsville
By The Citizen on March 22, 2024
On Thursday, March 21, 2024, at approximately 2:15 p.m., firefighters from Mechanicsville, Hollywood, Leonardtown, Newburg, and Hughesville responded to the 29000 block of Rollins Lane…
Large Travel Trailer and Shed Destroyed by Fire in Mechanicsville
By The Citizen on March 22, 2024
On Friday, March 22, 2024, at approximately 1:20 a.m., firefighters from Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department were dispatched to the 36000 block of Joan Drive in…
2024 Keep Maryland Beautiful Grants Total $236,276
By The Citizen on March 21, 2024
Maryland Environmental Trust has approved 18 grants totaling $236,276 to be awarded for environmental education, community cleanup, and beautification projects through the Keep Maryland Beautiful program. Grants through the…
Chesapeake Oyster Alliance Celebrates 6 Billion Oysters Added To The Bay Since 2017
By The Citizen on March 18, 2024
Following a banner year for Chesapeake Bay oyster restoration and aquaculture, the Chesapeake Oyster Alliance (COA) this week announced it has recorded a new total of 6…
Rita’s Celebrates the First Day of Spring with Free Italian Ice and New Flavor: SOUR PATCH KIDS® Watermelon Ice
By The Citizen on March 18, 2024
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the iconic frozen treats destination and, for many, the brand that is synonymous with the first day of spring,…
Maryland State Police Forensic Sciences Division Recognized For Adopting Exemplary Standards
By The Citizen on March 15, 2024
The Maryland Department of State Police Forensic Sciences Division proudly announces its implementation of the Organization of Scientific Area Committees (OSAC) Registry Standards for Forensic…
Maryland State Police to Bolster Patrol Over St. Patrick’s Day Weekend
By The Citizen on March 14, 2024
Maryland State Police beginning Friday will increase patrols and enforcement efforts on impaired, aggressive and distracted driving through St. Patrick’s Day weekend. State troopers from…
Maryland Catfish Tournaments Offer Invasive Species Angling
By The Citizen on March 12, 2024
With record catches around the country tipping the scales at more than a hundred pounds, blue catfish (Ictalurus furcatus) have become quite the draw for…
Governor Moore Announces $13.5 Million in Grants to Improve Behavioral Health Crisis Services Across the State
By The Citizen on March 10, 2024
Governor Wes Moore announced that the Maryland Department of Health awarded $13.5 million in grants to 19 jurisdictions across the state to help promote health…
Hoyer Secures Over $11 Million in Funding for Fifth District Priorities in FY2024 Appropriations Bill
By The Citizen on March 10, 2024
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement after he helped pass the 2024 Fiscal Year legislation, announcing over $11,304,279 in Community Project Funding…
UPDATE: Technical Issue Causes Massive Outage for Facebook, Instagram
By The Citizen on March 5, 2024
UPDATE: Meta spokesperson Andy Stone stated the following. “Earlier today, a technical issue caused people to have difficulty accessing some of our services, we resolved…
‘Thank You for Being CSM!’ Faculty, Staff Celebrate Anniversary Milestones at Recognition Reception
By The Citizen on March 3, 2024
“We can do what we do because of the great talent in this room.” Amid some singing, some dancing, an abundance of laughter and continuous…