Maryland hunters harvested 3,910 wild turkeys during the spring 2021 regular and junior turkey seasons, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources reported. This year’s harvest…
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Maryland State Police Announce Reaccreditation Site Visit
By The Citizen on June 7, 2021
The Maryland State Police is scheduled for a virtual site-based assessment from Monday, June 14 to Thursday, June 17. The Department will undergo assessment by…
UPDATE: Man Found Guilty of Home Invasion and Kidnapping of Waldorf Woman
By The Citizen on June 4, 2021
UPDATE: 6/4/2021: Tony Covington, State’s Attorney for Charles County, announced that on Thursday, June 3, 2021, a Charles County jury, after a 7-day trial and…
National Weather Service Issues Severe Thunderstorm Warnings and Watch for Southern Maryland
By The Citizen on June 4, 2021
On Friday, June 4, 2021, at 1:00 p.m., the National Weather service issued the following weather updates. Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 9:00 p.m. for CALVERT,…
Police Make Two Arrests After High Speed Chase Ends in St. Mary’s County
By The Citizen on June 4, 2021
On Friday, June 4, 2021, at approximately 11:20 a.m., the Charles County Sheriff’s Office contacted St. Mary’s in regards to a vehicle pursuit coming into…
SMECO Awards Four Scholarships to High School Seniors
By The Citizen on June 4, 2021
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) has awarded four scholarships for 2021 to high school seniors who live in the Cooperative’s service area. Scholarships are based…
Maryland Reports Under 100 New COVID-19 Cases for First Time Since March 25, 2020
By The Citizen on June 2, 2021
Today, for the first time since March 25, 2020, the State of Maryland is reporting under 100 new confirmed cases of COVID-19. This is another major milestone…
Calvert County Emergency Management to Test Alert and Notification System Sirens on Monday, June 7, 2021
By The Citizen on June 1, 2021
The Calvert County Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management, will conduct a full-cycle test of the alert and notification sirens throughout Calvert, St.…
U.S. Marshals Bring Expertise to Attorney General’s New Effort to Reduce Violent Crime
By The Citizen on June 1, 2021
“Today, we renew our commitment to reducing violent crime and building strong communities where all Americans are safe,” said Attorney General Garland. “The Deputy Attorney…
Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins June 1, 2021
By The Citizen on May 30, 2021
This year’s Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1, 2021, and goes through Nov. 30, 2021. Being aware and being prepared can make a significant difference…
Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Open Season With Blowout Win
By The Citizen on May 30, 2021
The longest offseason of Daryl Thompson’s (W, 1-0) career was no match for the reigning Atlantic League Pitcher of the Year. After 613 days of…
Governor Hogan and State Tourism Officials Encourage Travelers to Visit Maryland This Summer
By The Citizen on May 30, 2021
Governor Larry Hogan joined the Maryland Department of Commerce Office of Tourism to encourage Maryland travelers to reconnect and recharge in the State of Maryland.…
Five Maryland State Police Aviation Personnel Recognized for Statewide Safety Efforts
By The Citizen on May 29, 2021
Five members of the Maryland State Police Aviation Command were recognized this week for their efforts to promote safety during the height of the Covid-19…
Maryland State Police To Target Impaired, Aggressive, Distracted Drivers Over Memorial Day Weekend
By The Citizen on May 27, 2021
With traffic expected to surge this Memorial Day weekend, additional Maryland state troopers will be on patrol and using a variety of initiatives to keep…
Police in Charles County Arrest Lexington Park Man for Armed Robbery of Convenience Store in Waldorf
By The Citizen on May 27, 2021
On Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at approximately 3:00 p.m., officers from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded to a convenience store in the 2800 block…