• Weather
  • People
  • Obituaries
  • Opinions
  • Letters To The Editor
  • Food
  • Sports
  • First Responder
  • Politics

Calvert Beacon

Covering your local news and events

  • Home
  • Events Calendar
    • Submit Event
  • Community
  • Entertainment
  • Spiggy’s Pen
  • Pets
  • Top News
  • Contact
  • Advertise
You are here: Home / Archives for holidays

Pet Owners Reminded to Be Extra Cautious

2020-12-09

During Holiday Season With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, the Calvert County Department of Public Safety reminds pet owners to be extra cautious. New sights, sounds and people can cause pets to become over-stressed and may prompt them to act out. To reduce stress on pets and ensure the safety of others, […]

Filed Under: Top News Tagged With: animal shelter, holidays, pets

Fire Marshal Reminds “Be Vigilant of Fire Safety”

2020-12-02

As We Settle Into The Winter Season and Enjoy Upcoming Holiday Festivities Safely State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci reminds all Marylanders to check for fire safety within their homes as well as where they work. “Fire and life safety is everyone’s responsibility. By testing smoke alarms and CO detectors, keeping exits clear of obstructions, […]

Filed Under: Top News Tagged With: Fire Marshal, holidays, safety

Beware: Scammers Are Busy During The Holidays

2020-11-22

Scammers prey on us when we are distracted or vulnerable – like during the busy holiday season or while coping with a pandemic. Today is National Utility Scam Awareness Day, and we urge you to learn the signs of a potential scam and ensure your friends and family members do too. Utility companies will never: […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: holidays, scammers

November 18 is Utility Scam Awareness Day

2020-11-16

November 18th is Utility Scam Awareness Day. Please find below and attached BGE and the Maryland Public Service Commission’s joint warning to recognize imposters using energy related scams to steal personal information and take advantage of customers. BGE and the Maryland Public Service Commission Join Together to Warn Customers of Scams during the Holiday Season […]

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: BGE, holidays, MPSC, scam, utilities

Bay Bridge Delays Expected St Patrick’s and Easter Weekends

2020-03-04

Significant Backups Expected St. Patrick’s, Easter Weekends; Motorists Urged to Travel Off-Peak After a winter with crews expediting #BayBridgeWork with the help of lower traffic volumes and occasional mild temperatures, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is preparing for an aggressive construction schedule in the coming weeks that will advance the project to rehabilitate the westbound […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: Bay Bridge, delays, E-Z Pass, holidays, MDTA

Beware of Charity Scams During the Holiday Season

2019-12-24

Secretary of State’s Office Warns Against Charity Scams During the Holiday Season This holiday season, Governor Larry Hogan and Secretary of State John Wobensmith warn citizens to beware of scam charities and other deceptive solicitation practices. Charities in Maryland and beyond rely upon the generosity of donors to assist those in need, and many amplify […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: charity scams, holidays

Fire Safety for the Holiday Season

2018-12-17

State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci reminds all residents of Maryland to check for fire safety where they live, work, attend classes, training and meetings.  “Fire and life safety is everyone’s responsibility; by testing smoke alarms and CO detectors, keeping exits clear of obstructions, and maintaining fire alarms and fire sprinkler systems, we can all […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: Fire Marshal, holidays, safety

Hospice Announces Two Seminars for November

2018-10-14

Calvert Hospice is pleased to provide educational seminars to our community. Attendees will learn about topics that impact end-of-life care for patients and their families. Sessions are designed to encourage group discussion. Calvert Hospice will provide refreshments. The seminars are free. The location for these educational seminars will be SpringHill Suites (75 Sherry Lane) in […]

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: holidays, hospice, seminars

Delegate Mark Fisher’s Holiday Message to All

2017-12-24

“Love begins at home” – Mother Teresa From my family to yours, Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! Mark, Deena, Sonia, Sam & Olivia And From Millie, Violet & Bella Too! Yours In Service, Mark N Fisher

Filed Under: Politics Tagged With: Christmas, holidays, Mark Fisher

MSP Urge Motorists to Designate a Sober Driver

2017-12-23

Maryland State Police Remind Motorists Not To Drive Impaired Or Distracted This Holiday Season As Christmas and New Year’s quickly approaches, Maryland State Police are reminding motorists about the dangers of driving impaired and driving distracted. Through November 30, there have been 97 DUI-related fatalities reported in Maryland, including 33 that were investigated by Maryland […]

Filed Under: First Responder Tagged With: designate a driver, holidays, MSP

  • 1
  • 2
  • Next Page »

Follow Us Online

  • Facebook
  • Twitter

Copyright © 2021 · Privacy Policy · Website Design by YourDigitalSalesman · Log in