Senior Deputy State Fire Marshal Michael Redding has been selected as the Bomb Squad nominee for Deputy State Fire Marshal of the Year. He will…
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St. Mary’s County Government Operations for Juneteenth
By The Citizen on June 6, 2023
All St. Mary’s County Government (SMCG) administrative offices will be closed on Monday, June 19, 2023, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Offices will resume…
Navy launches historic aircrew study to update size requirements for a diverse fleet
By The Citizen on June 5, 2023
The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) is leading the Navy’s first comprehensive study since 1964 to update aviator size requirements, improve aircrew gear and equipment,…
Maryland Department of Commerce Announces Applications Open for Cannabis Business Assistance Fund
By The Citizen on June 5, 2023
The Maryland Department of Commerce today announced that applications are now open for the first round of funding available through the Cannabis Business Assistance Fund.…
Be Prepared for the 2023 Hurricane Season
By The Citizen on June 5, 2023
St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Emergency Services urges community members to be prepared for the next Atlantic hurricane season, which began on June 1,…
UPDATE: GoFundMe Added to Assist Family Who Lost Everything in Lexington Park Trailer Fire
By The Citizen on June 4, 2023
UPDATE 6/4/2023: GoFundMe added to assist the family displaced by the fire. The family lost everything and is currently seeking clothing items. Adult female, adult…
Annual Horseshoe Crab Migration Returning to Maryland
By The Citizen on June 4, 2023
The annual spawning migration of horseshoe crabs – Limulus polyphemus – is now returning to Maryland beaches, providing an opportunity to view one of nature’s…
PMA-207 delivers C-40A to the U.S. Marine Corps
By The Citizen on June 4, 2023
NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND, PATUXENT RIVER: Tactical Airlift Program Office (PMA-207) delivered the first of two C-40A aircraft to Marine Transport Squadron (VMR) 1, Marine…
Two Dogs and a Cat Perish in Trailer Fire in Lexington Park
By The Citizen on June 3, 2023
On Saturday, June 3, 2023, at approximately 11:33 a.m., firefighters from Bay District, NAS Patuxent River, Valley Lee, and Hollywood responded to the 21400 block…
State Fire Marshal Investigating Abandoned House Fire in Lexington Park
By The Citizen on June 2, 2023
On Thursday, June 1, 2023, at approximately 10:00 p.m., firefighters from Bay District, NAS Patuxent River, Ridge, and Valley Lee was dispatched to the area…
Maryland State Police Warn Public About Possible Phone Scam Fraud By Police Impersonators
By The Citizen on June 2, 2023
Maryland State Police are warning residents to be aware of a phone scam involving police impersonators that is currently active in Maryland. Maryland State Police…
UPDATE: Roadway Open and Gas Secured After Contractors Strike Gas Line in Wildewood
By The Citizen on June 1, 2023
UPDATE @ 8:30 p.m.: Roadway is open with the gas leak secured. Washington Gas remaining on scene. All residents able to return home are asked…
Two Virginia Men Arrested in Lexington Park After Traffic Stop Yields Multiple Loaded Firearms
By The Citizen on May 31, 2023
Two Virginia men were arrested on gun charges early on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, following a traffic stop in Lexington Park. Chevis Dominique Smith, age…
Maryland Attorney General Brown Sues 3M, Dupont, and Other Chemical Manufacturers for PFAS Contamination of Maryland’s Waters and Other Natural Resources
By The Citizen on May 31, 2023
(May 30, 2023) – Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced two lawsuits, filed on behalf of the State of Maryland, the Maryland Department of…
Fast TRAC Program to Offer FREE HP Chromebooks for Eligible Community Members in St. Mary’s County
By The Citizen on May 31, 2023
In an effort to advance equal access to technology for our residents, St. Mary’s County Government (SMCG) is excited to announce plans to distribute 4,500…