Margaret Anne “Peggy” Smolarsky, 63, passed away with her family by her side on July 20, 2021. Born in Cheverly, MD, she was the daughter…
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MedStar St. Mary’s Award Scholarships to Six Area Students
By The Citizen on July 23, 2021
For 20 years, MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital has supported students in the Southern Maryland region by providing scholarships to individuals pursing degrees in health care.…
New “Destructive” Severe Thunderstorm Warning Category to Trigger Wireless Emergency Alerts on Mobile Phones
By The Citizen on July 23, 2021
Severe thunderstorms can be life-threatening, but not all severe storms are the same. Hazardous conditions range from tornadoes, large hail storms, and widespread straight-line winds…
Valley Lee Volunteer Fire/Rescue Squad Life Member Joe Slade Inducted Into Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association Hall of Fame
By The Citizen on July 23, 2021
The officers and members of the Second District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad, Inc. are proud to announce the selection of Mr. Joseph V.…
Youth Gun Violence Task Force Continue to Make Arrests in St. Mary’s County
By The Citizen on July 22, 2021
On July 21, 2021, members of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Youth Gun Violence Task Force executed a search and seizure warrant in the…
Fox Tests Positive for Rabies in Lexington Park
By The Citizen on July 21, 2021
The St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) reports that a fox captured near Hilton Drive in the Lexington Park area has tested positive for rabies.…
Remembering Retired St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Corporal Margaret “Peggy” Smolarsky
By The Citizen on July 21, 2021
It is with profound grief and sadness that we announce the passing of retired Corporal Margaret “Peggy” Ann Smolarsky, of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s…
Maryland Emergency Management Agency Awards $4 Million to Fire, EMS, and Rescue Departments
By The Citizen on July 21, 2021
The Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) announced awards of $4 million in federal funding made available through the Recovery for the Economy, Livelihoods, Industries, Entrepreneurs,…
Traffic on Maryland Roads and Highways Begins to Exceed Pre-Pandemic Levels
By The Citizen on July 21, 2021
According to new data from state transportation officials, traffic on Maryland roads and highways has begun to approach and exceed pre-pandemic levels. “Holiday travel during…
Governor Hogan Announces Nearly $30 Million in Awards for Broadband Infrastructure
By The Citizen on July 21, 2021
Governor Larry Hogan today announced awards to expand broadband internet access to more than 12,000 households in 18 counties. Administered by the Maryland Department of…
St. Mary’s County Man Waned for Sex Offender Violation
By The Citizen on July 20, 2021
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the whereabouts of Richard Howard Tucker Jr., who is wanted on an outstanding warrant for a Sex…
St. Mary’s County Man Wanted for Sex Offender Violation
By The Citizen on July 20, 2021
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the whereabouts of Richard Howard Tucker Jr., who is wanted on an outstanding warrant for a Sex…
Department of Recreation and Parks Park Announces Temporary Closure at Elms Beach Park
By The Citizen on July 20, 2021
The Department of Recreation and Parks announces that Elms Beach Park will be closed during the weekdays beginning Tuesday, July 20, 2021. The park’s closure…
UPDATE: St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Motorcycle Collision in Lexington Park, 24-Year-Old Washington Man Flown to Trauma Center with Life-Threatening Injuries
By The Citizen on July 19, 2021
UPDATE 7/19/2021: On Saturday, July 17, 2021 at around 12:30 a.m., deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the report of a motorcycle…
Firefighters Recover Missing Man’s Body from Water at Point Lookout Marina in Ridge, Police Investigating
By The Citizen on July 19, 2021
On Sunday, July 18, 2021, at approximately 4:03 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the Point Lookout Marina located at 16244 Millers Wharf…