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UPDATE: GoFundMe Started for Family of Five After California House Fire Displaces Them, Fire Deemed Accidental
By The Citizen on May 8, 2024
UPDATE 5/8/2024: Fire Marshal Report and GoFundMe added. On Saturday, May 4, 2024, 6:47 p.m., firefighters from St. Mary’s and Calvert County responded to 21880 Magnolia Drive…
Boy Scouts of America to Become Scouting America
By The Citizen on May 8, 2024
The Boy Scouts of America have announced that it will rebrand to Scouting America, reflecting the organization’s ongoing commitment to welcome every youth and family…
Report Dolphin Sightings and Help Scientists with Chesapeake Bay Research
By The Citizen on May 7, 2024
Thousands of residents and visitors with their eyes on the water have helped scientists understand when bottlenose dolphins are visiting the Chesapeake Bay. Are you…
Maryland Delegation Members Announce Nearly $30 Million to Replace Lead Water Pipes Across Maryland
By The Citizen on May 7, 2024
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and Ben Cardin (D-MD), and Congressmen Dutch Ruppersberger (MD-02), John Sarbanes (MD-03), Kweisi Mfume…
St. Mary’s County Farmers Markets Open for the 2024 Season!
By The Citizen on May 6, 2024
St. Mary’s County is home to three county-sponsored farmers markets, where you can shop for fresh produce, locally raised meats and seafood, flowers, baked goods,…
One Firefighter Injured, Family Displaced and House Destroyed After Fire in California
By The Citizen on May 6, 2024
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, at approximately 6:48 p.m., firefighters from Bay District, Leonardtown, Hollywood, Solomons, Second District, and Prince Frederick were dispatched to the…
State Police Employees Recognized for Outstanding Service; Trooper And Non-Commissioned Officer Of 2023 Announced
By The Citizen on May 3, 2024
Maryland Department of State Police Superintendent Colonel Roland L. Butler, Jr., on Tuesday presented awards for outstanding service and recognized employees of the year for…
Maryland State Police Increasing Patrols, DUI Enforcement Efforts for Cinco de Mayo Weekend
By The Citizen on May 2, 2024
Maryland State Police are reminding motorists to drive responsibly ahead of Cinco de Mayo weekend. In anticipation of an increase in impaired drivers throughout the…
DNR Seeking Public Comment for 2025 Maryland State Forest Work Plans
By The Citizen on May 1, 2024
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is now seeking public comment on the proposed fiscal year 2025 annual work plans for the following state forests: Chesapeake/Pocomoke, Green…
First Responders from Charles, St. Mary’s and Calvert County Respond to Multiple Motor Vehicle Collisions in Hughesville
By The Citizen on April 29, 2024
UPDATE @ 10:33 a.m.: Ambulance from Cavlert, and St. Mary’s responding to the scene, all other fire department services cancelled. Roadwill will be open within…
K9 Taylor Joins the Office of the State Fire Marshal
By The Citizen on April 29, 2024
When K9 Sky retired in March, she probably hoped she could kick back and take it easy, but little did she know she would turn…
77th Annual Southern Maryland Convention Parade Called Off – Event Now Held at Blue Crabs Stadium in Waldorf, Sunday April 28th, 2024
By The Citizen on April 27, 2024
Unfortunately the Southern Maryland Convention Parade this year has been called off due to Charles County Officials not signing off on the permits for parade…
Maryland State Police Participating In National Drug Take Back Day April 27th, 2024
By The Citizen on April 26, 2024
Maryland State Police are encouraging people to take part in National Drug Take Back Day in an effort to combat opioid addiction. People can drop…
Maryland State Police Participating In National Drug Take Back Day April 27th, 2024
By The Citizen on April 26, 2024
Maryland State Police are encouraging people to take part in National Drug Take Back Day in an effort to combat opioid addiction. People can drop…