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La Plata Residence Completely Destroyed After Early Morning Fire, No Injuries Reported
By The Citizen on August 19, 2024
On Sunday, August 18, 2024, at approximately 2:20 a.m., firefighters responded to 4490 Jimmy Greens Place in La Plata, for the reported house on fire.…
Could a Passenger Ferry System be the Answer to Crossing the Bay to the Eastern Shore and Ocean City
By The Citizen on August 16, 2024
The Chesapeake Bay Passenger Ferry Consortium, comprising representatives from Anne Arundel, Calvert, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, and St. Mary’s counties, released the findings of a feasibility…
Back-to-School Traffic Safety: Protecting Our Children as the New School Year Begins
By The Citizen on August 14, 2024
As summer comes to an end, the excitement of a new school year begins. However, the return to school also brings increased traffic, particularly around…
Understanding Phone Spoofing: How Scammers Deceive and How to Protect Yourself
By The Citizen on August 14, 2024
Phone spoofing is a deceptive tactic where scammers manipulate the information transmitted to your caller ID to make it appear as though the call is…
MVA Distributing Free Catalytic Converter Labels for Theft Prevention
By The Citizen on August 6, 2024
The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA), in partnership with the Maryland Vehicle Theft Prevention Council, is offering customers catalytic converter labels at…
Maryland Casinos Generate $169.8 Million in Gaming Revenue During July 2024
By The Citizen on August 6, 2024
Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $169,821,301 in revenue from slot machines and table games during July 2024, a decrease of $4,501,777 (-2.6%) compared to…
State Police Ready For National Night Out Across Maryland on Tuesday, August 6th, 2024
By The Citizen on August 5, 2024
The Maryland Department of State Police is eager to engage with communities across Maryland for National Night Out, an annual event designed to strengthen bonds…
2024 Pro Motocross Championship Returns to Budds Creek Motocross Park
By The Citizen on August 2, 2024
The highly anticipated Round 10 of the 2024 Pro Motocross Championship is set to take place at Budds Creek Motocross Park in Mechanicsville, MD, from…
Maryland Reports Steady Underwater Grass Abundance in Chesapeake Bay for 2023
By The Citizen on August 1, 2024
Underwater grass abundance–a key indicator of water quality and habitat–remained steady in 2023 in the state’s portion of Chesapeake Bay, reaching 37,770 acres, according to…
Marylanders Shine at Paris 2024 Olympics
By The Citizen on July 27, 2024
The Paris 2024 Olympics have become a showcase for athletic talent from around the world, and Maryland is well-represented with several standout athletes competing in…
Understanding Arrests and Criminal Summons in Maryland: A Closer Look
By The Citizen on July 26, 2024
In Maryland, the distinction between being arrested and receiving a criminal summons can significantly impact an individual’s legal experience. The decision between these two legal…
Natural Resources Police, Special Olympics Maryland Host Safety Training Event
By The Citizen on July 25, 2024
The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) teamed up with Special Olympics Maryland to teach survival techniques for an active shooter scenario to Special Olympics athletes…
Understanding Delays in Bringing Charges for a Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident
By The Citizen on July 24, 2024
In the aftermath of a fatal motor vehicle accident involving a driver under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the time it takes for police…
Nursing Professors Kathy Parsons and Lisa Gonzalez Excel with Nurse Support Program; Recognized for Leadership
By The Citizen on July 24, 2024
Ensuring that our region has top-quality nurses starts with ensuring that they’re taught by the best possible professors. College of Southern Maryland (CSM) nursing faculty…