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St Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes New K-9s

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is proud to welcome K-9 Jade, K-9 Havok and K-9 Maja into our K-9 Unit. All three canines have recently been certified through the International Police Work Dog Association (IPWDA). K-9 Jade came to the … Read Full Article

The Pet Stop – Come and Meet Dora!

Dora is a very sweet girl who needs someone help her come out of her shell. She loves other dogs and we feel another dog in her new home would help her blossom to show her goofy and mischievous personality. She will need a home with a fenced yard. … Read Full Article

Travel and Tourism Week Proclaimed by Calvert County

America’s annual salute to travel and tourism—was established by a congressional resolution in 1983. This week of events serves to champion the power of this industry. Travel and tourism professionals from across the nation work throughout the … Read Full Article

Calvert County BOCC Expresses Appreciation for Teachers

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) recognizes the tireless work and immeasurable impact of educators during National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 2-8, 2021. “The BOCC extends … Read Full Article

North Beach Farmers’ Market Saturday Morning!

Start your Saturday off at the North Beach Farmers' Market! The market is every Saturday from 8 to 11 am at the Senior Center parking lot at 9010 Chesapeake Avenue. Check out the list of VENDORS and … Read Full Article

North Beach May Yard of the Month

The North Beach House & Garden Club would like to recognize 3943 5th Street for having the YARD OF THE MONTH! The owners, Terry & Vince Antonioli take obvious pride in their home … Read Full Article

Unicorns and Goats Spread Joy at May Open Barn

It was a beautiful spring day, and Greenwell Foundation welcomed over 100 young and young-at-heart members of our community to our May Open Barn celebrating Unicorns last week. Costumes abounded, … Read Full Article

Tunnel Overnight Lane Closures for May 10 – 13, 2021

During tunnel closures at the (I-895) Baltimore Harbor Tunnel, drivers may experience 15-20 minute delays while two-way operations (during which one lane of southbound and northbound traffic is … Read Full Article

Inclement Weather May Disrupt Two-Way Operations

During Afternoon Rush-Hour Motorists advised to call 1-877-BAYSPAN (229-7726) for current traffic conditions. Inclement weather may disrupt two-way operations (during which one lane of eastbound … Read Full Article

Gov Hogan Announces $6.5 Million For 33 Partnerships

Through EARN Maryland Program More Than 2,300 Marylanders Will Receive Job Training Through State’s Nationally-Recognized Workforce Initiative Governor Larry Hogan announced that over $6.5 … Read Full Article

Governor Hogan Announces Project Bounce Back

$25 Million Public-Private Partnership to Support Youth Recovery From COVID-19 Expands Reach of Boys & Girls Clubs to Every County in Maryland State Department of Education Launches Regional … Read Full Article