Governor Larry Hogan announced that the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) has donated 50 Astral portable ventilators to treat patients at front line hospitals in…
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Second District Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad Proudly Present Their New Fire/EMS Station
By The Citizen on March 19, 2022
The Officers and members of the Second District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad are excited and proud to announce that as of March 8,…
St. Mary’s County Crime Solvers Car Unveiled to Board
By The Citizen on March 11, 2022
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office in partnership with community donors presented the St. Mary’s County Crime Solvers Board with an agency vehicle promoting the…
VIDEO: Governor Hogan, Lt. Governor Rutherford Tout $75 Million Investment in Maryland State Parks; New State Parks in Western Maryland, Eastern Shore to Open This Summer
By The Citizen on February 23, 2022
Governor Larry Hogan visited Greenbrier State Park in Boonsboro to tout the investment of $75 million in the governor’s Fiscal Year 2023 budget for the…
Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Celebrates Firefighter/Paramedic Darius Hawkins for Black History Month
By The Citizen on February 15, 2022
Continuing our celebration of Black History Month showcasing African-American contributions to the Fire/EMS services, Ridge VFD would like to spotlight the many accomplishments of one…
Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s County Students Compete in SkillsUSA Regional Competition
By The Citizen on February 9, 2022
Calvert County Public Schools (CCPS) students competed at the recent Southern Maryland SkillsUSA Regional competition winning 9 gold, 7 silver, and 7 bronze medals. The…
CSM Nursing Faculty Sara Cano and Robin Madera Earn More Than $100K to Support Research, Prepare Next Corps of Nurses
By The Citizen on February 7, 2022
Two College of Southern Maryland (CSM) nursing faculty recently earned crucial support from the Maryland Nurse Support Program (NSP) that will help them, and CSM,…
Maryland (DNR) Wildlife and Heritage Service Receives $1.7M Gift from Wildlife Professional’s Estate
By The Citizen on February 7, 2022
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Wildlife and Heritage Service recently received a $1.7 million gift from the estate of longtime employee Marilyn Mause…
Baby, Mother Reunited with NDW Indian Head Fire and Rescue Crew That Helped with Birth
By The Citizen on February 6, 2022
Naval District Washington (NDW) Fire and Emergencies Services Indian Head Company received a special birthday visitor on February 2, 2022. One year ago to the…
Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Awarded Lifesaving Equipment Grant to Help Keep Community Safe
By The Citizen on January 25, 2022
The past year and a half have been difficult for many, impacting first responders and communities across the country. As we continue to battle health…
Patuxent Tide Lane Trust Awarded $2,217,053.00 to Acquire Conservation Easements
By The Citizen on December 28, 2021
On December 1, 2021, the Maryland Board of Public Works approved an award of $2,217,053.00 to the Patuxent Tidewater Land Trust (PTLT) to acquire conservation…
Santa Teams up with NAS Patuxent River to Spread Holiday Cheer Across Calvert and St. Mary’s County – 11:00 a.m., to 12:30 p.m., on Wednesday, Dec. 22
By The Citizen on December 22, 2021
Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division is teaming up with Santa to board NAS Patuxent River-Rotary Wing HX-21’s MH-60R Seahawk to spread holiday cheer across…
Little League Division for Youth with Disabilities Expands to All of Southern Maryland
By The Citizen on December 21, 2021
Calvert American Little League is excited to announce that its inclusive Challengers Division has expanded to include youth with physical and intellectual disabilities throughout all…
Fred’s Liquor in Charlotte Hall Sells $50,000 Winning Powerball Ticket
By The Citizen on December 21, 2021
Check your Powerball tickets from Saturday’s drawing, Maryland! Although no one hit the jackpot, one player won $50,000 in St. Mary’s County and the state…
Watch History! The James Webb Space Telescope Launch is Set for Christmas Eve
By The Citizen on December 16, 2021
About The James Webb Space Telescope – Webb will be the world’s premier space science observatory when it launches in 2021. Webb will solve mysteries…