On January 17, 2019, Representative Tulsi Gabbard (HI) introduced H.R. 663, the Burn Pits Accountability Act in the House and Senator Amy Klobuchar (MN) introduced a companion bill, S. 191, in the Senate. Since the Persian Gulf War, a common waste disposal practice at military sites outside the United States was the use of burn […]
Calvert County Female Charged with Arson
On February 9, 2019 at 7:35 am, a fire at 281 Sun Park Lane, Huntingtown, was discovered by the owners. The fire was on the exterior of the 2 story single family residence. The fire, on the exterior of the residence, was the result of the suspect igniting combustible materials, which also caused fire damage […]
North Beach House & Garden Club Holiday Highlights
The North Beach House and Garden Club’s 19th Annual Holiday Highlights judging will be held on Sunday, December 16, 2018 after 6 p.m. Decorate your home or business for the holidays for your chance to win! There will be TWO categories. The first category is houses, apartments and townhouses. The second category is businesses. Gift […]
Exterior House Fire Ruled Accidental in Dunkirk
On July 8, 2018 at 12:35 pm, a fire was discovered by a neighbor at 2123 Carter Avenue, Dunkirk. The Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department responded. The fire was at the exterior of the residence The preliminary cause of the fire was ruled accidental and occurred as a result of a damaged extension cord on the […]
Electrical Fire Causes Damage to Home on Solomons
On April 23, 2018 at 8:32 am, a fire at 14346 Sedwick Avenue, Solomons, was discovered by a neighbor. The Solomons Volunteer Fire Department responded. There was a smoke alarm present. The occupant was a work at the time of the fire. Neighbors observed smoke coming from the structure and called 9-1-1. The origin of […]
Last Guided Tour of the Jefferson Patterson House
The Jefferson Patterson house is closing until 2021 for renovations and upgrades. Join us for one last guided tour of this beautiful 1933 Colonial Revival brick house and gardens designed architects Gertrude Sawyer and Rose Greely. Enjoy live entertainment and light refreshments. This event is free and open to the public. September 30 Saturday 11 […]
Gov Hogan Announces Additional Legislative Actions
Governor Larry Hogan today announced additional actions on legislation passed during the 2017 session of the Maryland General Assembly: Governor Hogan vetoed Senate Bill 543/House Bill 694 – Higher Education – Admissions Process – Criminal History. As detailed in his veto letter, the governor has and will continue to champion policies that recognize the innate […]
17th Annual House & Garden Club’s Holiday Highlights
The North Beach House and Garden Club’s 17th Annual Holiday Highlights judging will be held on Sunday, December 18, 2016 after 6 p.m. Decorate your home or business for the holidays for your chance to win! There will be TWO categories. The first category is houses, apartments and townhouses. The second category is businesses. Gift […]
Accidental Fire Displaces Homeowner
On November 22, 2016 at 7:30 am, a fire on Greenvalley Drive in Sunderland, was discovered by the homeowner. Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department responded. There was a smoke alarm present and functioning. The fire was determined to have spread from a burning pile of debris outside the house to the deck and then to the […]
Take Preventative Measures to Protect Water Lines
The North Beach Public Works Department recommends that all residents take some preventative measures to protect water lines from freezing in your home. Check crawl space vents and make sure they are closed. Block off any holes or gaps to keep cold air from entering if possible. Turn off and drain outside hose bibs. Check […]