On Friday, November 1, 2024, at approximately 11:50 p.m., first responders, including police, firefighters, and EMS, were dispatched to the 45000 block of Breezy Lane…
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Two Suspects Apprehended in Lexington Park Shooting; Third Suspect Still at Large
By The Citizen on November 1, 2024
In a coordinated effort, detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, assisted by the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, apprehended two suspects on October 31,…
Automatic Flight Refund Rule Takes Effect Across U.S. – Just in Time for the Holidays
By The Citizen on October 31, 2024
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has enacted a new regulation requiring airlines to automatically issue refunds to passengers for canceled flights or flights that…
Twelve NAVAIR Employees Named Supervisors of the Year
By The Citizen on October 30, 2024
Twelve Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) employee were named Supervisors of the Year at an awards ceremony held here October 24, 2024. The awards serve…
MADMS to Revolutionize Navy and Marine Corps’ Shipboard Data Management
By The Citizen on October 29, 2024
NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, Patuxent River, MD.: The Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) Program Office (PMA-251) Information Systems team is revolutionizing Navy and Marine…
Public Perception of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office: A Year Later, Praise for Deputies, but Criticism for Leadership
By The Citizen on October 28, 2024
Over a year ago, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office released the results of a community survey they initiated to gauge public perception of law…
NAS Pax River Gate 1 Outbound Closure Today, Friday, Oct. 25, 2024
By The Citizen on October 25, 2024
NAS Pax River Gate 1 outbound lanes will be closed to traffic Friday, Oct. 25 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. for scheduled maintenance. Gate…
Next Generation Jammer Lead Test Engineer Jacob Kiehlmeier Selected as Tester of the Year for 2023
By The Citizen on October 25, 2024
NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER, MD.: The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) has selected Jacob Kiehlmeier as the civilian Tester of the Year for…
DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, set for Saturday, October 26, 2024
By The Citizen on October 23, 2024
The DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, set for Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, provides several collection sites across…
Make a Difference This Winter: Volunteer Drivers Needed for WARM in St. Mary’s County
By The Citizen on October 22, 2024
With colder weather settling in, St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Aging & Human Services (DAHS) is seeking volunteer drivers for Wrapping Arms ‘Round Many…
Protect Yourself and Loved Ones: Scammers Impersonating Local Law Enforcement in St. Mary’s County
By The Citizen on October 21, 2024
While the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office has acknowledged receiving multiple reports of scammers impersonating deputies and demanding money, their public warning has provided limited…
Bay District Volunteer Fire Department, Fire Chief Gould Honored with Hometown Hero Award
By The Citizen on October 20, 2024
The St. Mary’s County Benevolent Protective Order of Elks (BPOE) has named Fire Chief Joe Gould the first recipient of its Hometown Hero Award in…
Domestic Violence Awareness in St. Mary’s County: A Call for Action
By The Citizen on October 17, 2024
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to highlighting the devastating impact that domestic violence has on individuals, families, and communities. Unfortunately, St.…
The St. Mary’s College of Maryland Board of Trustees Approve New Policies, Budget Revisions
By The Citizen on October 17, 2024
The St. Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM) Board of Trustees met on Oct. 11 and 12, working through an ambitious agenda. The Board approved items…
Canceling Subscriptions Has to be as Easy as Signing up, FTC Says in a New Rule
By The Citizen on October 16, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a groundbreaking “click-to-cancel” rule, aimed at making it easier for consumers to cancel recurring subscriptions and memberships. The…