On Monday, January 1, 2024, James Richard Nelson Jr., 43, of Upper Marlboro, was apprehended for various offenses, including the possession of a loaded weapon.…
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Fire Marshal Investigating Reported Arson in Mechanicsville
By The Citizen on January 2, 2024
On Sunday, December 31, 2023, at approximately 8:40 a.m., firefighters from Mechanicsville, Hollywood, and Charles County responded to the 40000 block of Duke Road in…
St. Mary’s County Cold Case: 1966 Murder of John Michalek at White Point Tavern
By The Citizen on January 2, 2024
On the morning of December 31, 1966, a local St. George’s Island, MD, resident stopped by the White Point Tavern in Piney Point and noticed…
Top Stories for 2023 on Southern Maryland News Net; Year in Review
By The Citizen on December 31, 2023
Our top 15 most read stories for 2023. Great Mills Woman Arrested for Murdering Boyfriend and Disposing His Body Parts in Charles and St. Mary’s…
VIDEO: Occupants Escape Injury After Early Morning House Fire in Lexington Park
By The Citizen on December 30, 2023
On Saturday, December 30, 2023, at approximately 4:45 a.m., firefighters from Bay District, NAS Patuxent River, Ridge, Hollywood, and Second District responded to the 20500…
St. Mary’s County State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling’s Inaugural Year in Review
By The Citizen on December 29, 2023
St. Mary’s County State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling reflects on this past year, showcasing the office’s commitment to justice, transparency, and community engagement. New Leadership: On…
Firearm Hunting for Deer Resumes in Maryland January 5, 2024
By The Citizen on December 29, 2023
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will open the January firearm deer hunting season on Jan. 5, 2024 in Deer Management Region B, which includes all of the…
Maryland State Police Increasing Patrols As New Year’s Eve Approaches
By The Citizen on December 28, 2023
With New Year’s Eve quickly approaching on Sunday, Maryland State Police are urging those who plan to celebrate to be safe and smart and avoid…
Be The Driver – Who Saves Lives
By The Citizen on December 28, 2023
For the first time ever, the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s (MDOT MVA) Highway Safety Office is launching an all-encompassing highway safety campaign…
Three Transported After Head-on Collision in Lexington Park
By The Citizen on December 28, 2023
On Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at approximately 4:00 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Three Notch Road and King James Road…
UPDATE: Police Investigating Single Vehicle Collision That Claims Life of Great Mills Man
By The Citizen on December 27, 2023
UPDATE: On Wednesday, December 27, 2023, police responded to a motor vehicle crash near the intersection of Willows Road and South Shangri La Drive in…
Youth and Veteran Waterfowl Hunt Event Scheduled for February 3, 2024
By The Citizen on December 26, 2023
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in partnership with the Maryland Sportsmen’s Foundation, is offering a special hunting opportunity for all military veterans and youth hunters…
Cold-Stunning Threatens Aquatic Wildlife – Marylanders Asked to Help
By The Citizen on December 26, 2023
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources asks those visiting the Chesapeake Bay or Atlantic Coast to be vigilant of sea turtles who exhibit signs of…
Christmas Day House Fire in Prince Frederick Under Investigation, One Dog Injured and One Killed
By The Citizen on December 26, 2023
On Monday, December 25, 2023, at approximately 11:10 a.m., firefighters from Calvert and St. Mary’s County responded to the 2900 block of Honey Cove Court…
Maryland State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci Retires After 50 Year Career
By The Citizen on December 23, 2023
State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci announced his retirement on December 21st, 2023, from the Office of the State Fire Marshal after a 50-year career,…