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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Supporting First Responders

In support of all first responders, CalvertHealth medical staff, health care workers and other essential staff working tirelessly on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office showed their support for … Read Full Article

CCPS Meal Distribution Updates April 1st

The CCPS Child Nutrition Department is happy to announce that we are now able to distribute multiple days of grab ‘n go meals at a time. This modified schedule will help minimize the risk of exposure for our families, as well as our staff and … Read Full Article

Calvert County Reports First Fatality Due to COVID-19

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) announces the first known COVID-19 death of a Calvert County resident. “This is a tragic loss and we ask all county residents to join us in sharing our heartfelt condolences and prayers with … Read Full Article

The 2020 Census is Underway Now!

And we want every Marylander to have their voice heard. The Census is conducted every ten years and helps shape important decisions for the decade to come. Here’s a few things you need to know … Read Full Article

SMECO Announces Hammett’s Resignation

Director resigns after nearly 30 years Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative’s (SMECO) Board of Directors recently announced that Samuel “Jack” Hammett has resigned his seat on the Board as of … Read Full Article

The Martinak Vessel Finds Its Place in History

In 1964, the stern of a wooden vessel was pulled from the mud of Watt’s Creek, a tributary of the Choptank River on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Five years later the bow was recovered nearby. The local … Read Full Article

Calvert County Historical Society is Temporarily Closed

Today, March 25th, is Maryland Day. While we acknowledge this day in our State's history, we are also so very mindful that COVID-19, is affecting so many of us socially, psychologically and … Read Full Article

MDTA Leveraging Off-Peak to Expedite Projects on Bridge

With Maryland’s COVID-19 state of emergency and stay-at-home order in place, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is leveraging extended off-peak periods from the currently reduced traffic … Read Full Article

Maryland State Police Barracks Remain Open

Abundance of Caution Necessary During Coronavirus Crisis If you have an emergency or need to report a crime in person, all Maryland State Police barracks remain open and ready to assist you. … Read Full Article

Gov Hogan Enacts Emergency Orders to Expand Telehealth

Upgrade Designation of Disabilities Services Personnel Will Lead Another Teleconference With America’s Governors This Afternoon Governor Larry Hogan today issued two emergency orders to further … Read Full Article

Services Available to Victims of Domestic Violence

Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services Announces Release of New Public Service Announcement During COVID-19 Pandemic Partnership with YWCA of Annapolis & Anne Arundel … Read Full Article