As we near the winter holiday season, motorists need to remember to take the proper precautions to reduce the chances of their vehicles being stolen.…
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24-Year-Old Mechanicsville Man Dies in Motor Vehicle Crash in Waldorf
By The Citizen on October 24, 2022
On Monday, October 24, 2022, at approximately 11: 50 a.m., Troopers from Maryland State Police La Plata Barrack responded to Maryland Route 5 (Mattawoman Beantown…
Maryland Youth, Veteran, and Military Waterfowl Hunting Days Set for 2022-23
By The Citizen on October 24, 2022
Maryland’s youth hunters, veterans, and military personnel will be afforded a unique opportunity to experience Maryland’s tradition of waterfowl hunting on two special hunt days:…
Charles County Trunk or Treat and Safe Candy Giveaway Events – 2022
By The Citizen on October 21, 2022
2022 Charles County Trunk or Treat and Safe Candy Giveaways! St. Mary’s County events can be found here, along with Calvert County events here! St.…
Department of Justice Announces New Active Shooter Training Award for First Responders
By The Citizen on October 17, 2022
The Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) announced a new $9.8 million award under the Preparing for Active Shooter Situations…
Overnight House Fire in Hollywood Under Investigation, No Injuries Reported
By The Citizen on October 15, 2022
On Saturday, October 15, 2022, at approximately 1:42 a.m., firefighters from Hollywood, Mechanicsville, Leonardtown, Bay District and Seventh District Volunteer Fire Departments responded to 40740…
REMINDER – Deadline to Register is October 18, 2022; Maryland State Board of Elections 2022 General Election
By The Citizen on October 12, 2022
Ballot Drop Boxes In addition, yesterday SBE began the process of delivering and installing official ballot drop boxes across the state. SBE anticipates it will…
Maryland Muzzleloader Deer Season Opens in Late October, 2022
By The Citizen on October 11, 2022
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced that the first segment of Maryland’s muzzleloader deer season runs from October 20th to 22nd statewide. Hunters in Region…
Maryland Fall Turkey, Small Game Hunting Seasons Beginning
By The Citizen on October 11, 2022
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters that squirrel, rabbit, fall turkey, and other seasons are either underway or set to open in the coming weeks. Hunters are also…
Governor Hogan Announces Maryland Exceeds Energy Efficiency Targets For State-Owned Facilities Years Ahead of Schedule
By The Citizen on October 11, 2022
In honor of National Energy Efficiency Day, Governor Larry Hogan today announced that the State of Maryland has reached and exceeded its goals for reducing…
Governor Hogan Declares Oct. 10-14 Maryland Homegrown School Lunch Week
By The Citizen on October 10, 2022
Governor Larry Hogan has designated October 10-14, 2022, as Maryland Homegrown School Lunch Week. Now in its 15th year, this annual promotion encourages Maryland schools…
Charles County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Mail Fraud and Stolen Checks
By The Citizen on October 10, 2022
The Charles County Sheriff’s Office has received several reports of checks being stolen and altered after they have been placed in the mail. Both personal…
FREE CONCERT – Saturday, October 8, 2022: Benny C. Morgan Concert Series Features CSM Faculty Trio
By The Citizen on October 6, 2022
The public is invited to enjoy the stylings of Violinist Paul Bagley, Cellist Emily Doveala and Pianist Stephen Johnson as part of the Benny C.…
Connect Maryland: Governor Hogan Announces Applications Open Today for $95 Million to Further Expand Broadband Access
By The Citizen on October 6, 2022
Governor Larry Hogan announced that applications open today for $95 million in funding to expand high-speed internet access across the state through Connect Maryland, an initiative…
SMECO Employees Travel to Florida to Assist with Restoration Efforts After Devastating Hit from Hurricane Ian
By The Citizen on October 5, 2022
On Sunday, October 2, 2022, Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) employees drove to southwest Florida to assist in restoration efforts following a devastating blow from…