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The Pet Stop – Come and Meet Duchess!

Duchess is truly a big happy girl that loves toys, treats, and cuddling on the couch! She enjoys playing and being around the people she loves. Duchess was returned, through no fault of her own, and deserves to finally reach her forever destination! … Read Full Article

Hundreds Gather to Celebrate Pat Carpenter Parade

As the noon sun on December 7th gleamed in the chilly air, hundreds of spectators, bundled up in hats and scarves, rushed out to Bay Avenue to witness the 13th Annual Pat Carpenter Holiday Parade in North Beach. Adorned with garland and cheery … Read Full Article

Project Echo’s Annual Turkey Trot Brings Out Crowd

Our participants return year after year for many reasons. They love to show off their costumes. They love giving back to the community. They love spending quality time with family. And last but not least, they really love beating their siblings, … Read Full Article

County Bus Schedule to Change January 2, 2020

Mid-County Transportation Bus Schedule to Change Beginning Jan. 2, 2020 The Calvert County Department of Community Resources, Public Transportation Division, announces updates to the mid-county … Read Full Article

CSM Welcomes Three New Executives to Leadership Team

Ellen Flowers-Fields, Erin Ebersole, Sybol Anderson Accept Appointments The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) announces the appointment of three new members to its leadership team. Ellen … Read Full Article

Chesapeake Bay Storytellers Training Registration Open

The Maryland Department of Commerce Office of Tourism and the National Park Service are partnering to provide free training for Chesapeake Bay guides, watermen and women, and water-based tour … Read Full Article

Experience the Magic of Garden in Lights!

Experience the Magic of Garden in Lights! Join us for the most magical time of year as Annmarie Sculpture Garden is transformed into a twinkling wonderland! Annmarie Garden In Lights will transport … Read Full Article

Atlantic Population Canada Goose Season Begins Dec 20

Hunters Can Bag One Goose Per Day The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces the state’s migratory Atlantic Population (AP) Canada goose hunting season will take place in two segments, … Read Full Article

Maryland Deer Firearms Opening Day Harvest Up 29%

Wind, Rain Hamper Overall Weekend The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced that hunters reported 8,061 deer taken on opening day of the 2019 Maryland firearm season, Nov. 30. This … Read Full Article

TFC Oyler Completes Training as a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE)

Congratulations to Trooper First Class Allison Oyler for successfully completing the extensive training to become a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE). The DRE training consisted of 16 hours of pre-school … Read Full Article

Bay Bridge Work Transitioning into Cold Weather

As the winter season approaches, and with the 24/7 milling operation 100% complete (thanks to MDTA’s engineers and the hard-working crews), Chesapeake Bay Bridge work has begun the transition into the … Read Full Article

Six Schools Receive Top State Honor

Gov. Larry Hogan and state education officials announced Tuesday morning that five elementary schools and one middle school have been awarded the Blue Ribbon designation. “We’re recognizing the … Read Full Article

Kirwan Commission Issues Final Approval

For Education Reform Package On Thursday, November 21, members of the Commission on Innovation & Excellence in Education, better known as the Kirwan Commission, voted 19-3 in favor of putting … Read Full Article