A call center has been opened for St. Mary’s County residents needing more information about the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Community members can call the…
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No Injuries Reported After Vehicle Hits Building in Mechanicsville
By The Citizen on March 13, 2020
On Thursday, March 12, 2020, at approximately 10:10 a.m., police fire, and rescue personnel responded to 28030 Old Village Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported…
St. Mary’s County Government COVID-19 Operational Update
By The Citizen on March 12, 2020
As of Thursday, March 12, 2020, there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in St. Mary’s County but in the interest of public health, the…
Mechanicsville Man Sentenced to 42 Years in Prison for Assault, Intimidating a Witness, Stalking and Sex Offense
By The Citizen on March 11, 2020
UPDATE 3/11/2020: Trevis Lemar Butler, 38, of Mechanicsville, was sentenced to seventy-five years in prison suspended to forty-two years in prison for stalking, fourth degree…
Bay District Volunteer Fire Department Regrets to Announce Passing of Life Member and Past Fire Chief George Fairfax
By The Citizen on March 10, 2020
It is with sadness the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department announces the passing of Past Fire Chief George Fairfax. As arrangements are made they will…
Senator Jack Bailey Announces Additional State Funding for St. Mary’s County Projects
By The Citizen on March 10, 2020
Senator Jack Bailey announced today that he has secured additional State funding for projects in District 29 in the State Budget. A Supplemental Budget released…
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is Currently Seeking Identity of Theft Suspect in Hollywood
By The Citizen on March 10, 2020
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identity of the person pictured in a theft investigation. On Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020 at 6:20…
Patuxent Habitat and Home Depot Lend a Helping Hand to Local Veteran
By The Citizen on March 10, 2020
Former Commander Harry Metzler an Army veteran from Vietnam war era has helped hundreds of veterans through his role at the DAV Chapter 26. Recently…
Drug Dealer in St. Mary’s County Sentenced to Sixteen 16 Years in Prison
By The Citizen on March 9, 2020
Deon Lamont Jones, 29, was convicted of possession with intent to distribute heroin and sentenced to sixteen 16 years in prison. State’s Attorney Richard Fritz…
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Identity of Theft Suspect in Lexington Park
By The Citizen on March 6, 2020
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identity of the person pictured in a theft investigation. On Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at 6:15…
St. Mary’s County Government Working with Local Officials Provide Response and Information for COVID-19
By The Citizen on March 6, 2020
The St. Mary’s County Government is committed to providing timely and accurate information on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) to citizens. Governor Hogan declared a State…
Civil War Trails Blazes a New Path for History Travel in St. Mary’s County
By The Citizen on March 6, 2020
Civil War Trails, Inc. has teamed up with the St. Mary’s County Museum Division, Visit St. Mary’s MD, Historic Sotterley and the Maryland Department of…
What does a “State of Emergency” mean?
By The Citizen on March 6, 2020
A state of emergency has been declared in order to allow Maryland to coordinate and request emergency resources and support in response to the COVID-19…
Garvey Senior Activity Center to Relocate to New Facility, Formal Ribbon Cutting Event to be held Tuesday, April 28, 2020
By The Citizen on March 5, 2020
The current Garvey Senior Activity Center, located in the Leonardtown Governmental Center complex, will officially close its doors Friday, April 3, at 5 p.m. For…
Governor Hogan Submits Emergency Legislation to Advance Coronavirus Response Maryland Emergency Management Agency Raising Activation Level to Enhanced
By The Citizen on March 4, 2020
At Wednesday’s Board of Public Works meeting, Governor Larry Hogan announced that he is introducing emergency legislation granting him the authority to transfer resources from…