Tag: Southern Maryland Chronicle

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First Firefighting Water Tank Installed in Callaway, Maryland

In a groundbreaking move to enhance emergency response in rural areas, the St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) recently unveiled its first 30,000-gallon firefighting water tank on March 6,...
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St. Mary’s Junior Receives United East Defensive Honor

St. Mary's Junior Shines as United East Defensive Player of the WeekSt. Mary's City, Md. - On March 10, 2025, Junior Joe Szymanski from the St. Mary's College of Maryland men's lacrosse team received...
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St. Mary’s County Commissioners Budget, Funding, Legislation Discussion

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) recently convened for a business meeting in Leonardtown, Md., delving into crucial topics such as budget planning, funding requests, legislative updates, and community recognitions. The meeting kicked...
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Exciting Maryland Day 2025 Events: Free Rides, Water Taxi, and More

St. Clement’s Island Museum in Leonardtown, Maryland, is gearing up to host an exciting celebration on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in honor of Maryland Day, which marks the anniversary of the state's founding. This...
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Sam Hunt Live at Waterside Pavilion in Solomons

Country music fans in Solomons, MD, are in for a treat as the talented artist Sam Hunt is set to grace the stage at the Waterside Pavilion on August 16. The Calvert Marine Museum...
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St. Inigoes Man Sentenced 50 Years Fentanyl Crimes

In a recent development that has sent shockwaves through the community, a St. Inigoes resident, John Thomas Hess, has been handed a severe sentence of 85 years, with 50 years of active incarceration. This...
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House Advances Approval of Blueprint Education Plan

House Democrats faced off against House Republicans in a heated battle over Maryland's comprehensive education reform plan, the Blueprint for Maryland's Future. Despite Governor Wes Moore's proposed cuts due to a projected $3 billion...
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Spotlight on ‘Hidden’ Disabilities: Driver’s License Bill Progress – Southern Maryland

A Heartwarming Triumph: Legislation Honors Hidden DisabilitiesIn the aftermath of George Floyd's tragic death at the hands of Minneapolis police in May 2020, a poignant conversation unfolded between a mother and her son. The...
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Prepare for Daylight Saving Time Tomorrow in Southern Maryland

Tomorrow, on March 9, 2025, Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins across most of the United States, as clocks spring forward one hour at 2:00 a.m. local time. This annual change, mandated by the Energy...
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FCC Warns of Grandparent Scam: 25 Charged by Justice Dept.

The Grandparent Scam: A Cautionary Tale of Deception and FraudIn a recent development that has sent shockwaves across the nation, the Justice Department has unveiled an indictment charging 25 Canadian nationals with perpetrating a...