Community

Anne Arundel County Public Library Goes Fine Free for All Customers

More than $361,000 in Old Fines Forgiven for 28,000 Customers.

Home & Garden, Community

The Return Of The Brood X Cicadas

After 17 long years, the Brood X cicadas will emerge from the ground and swarm by the millions throughout the majority of the Maryland region..

Community

St. Mary's Community Partners Awarded Grant to Address Childhood Trauma

(SMCHD) will assist with community efforts to prevent and mitigate the harms of ACEs and related risks for substance misuse..

Fire & Rescue, Community

Cobb Island Fire Dept. Announces Passing Of Past EMS Captain, Michelle Lancaster

The Cobb Island Fire Department recently announced on Facebook that Michelle Lancaster, a former EMS Captain, passed away last week..

Economy & Business, Community

Black-Owned Businesses Reflect On Navigating The COVID-19 Pandemic

Black-owned businesses also faced unique positions as the pandemic hit, as not only was there a push to support local and small businesses, but the popularity of black-owned businesses and shopping black-owned was hitting an all-time high..

Fire & Rescue, Community

Dunkirk Fire Department Celebrates Black History Month By Recognizing "Heavy Hitters"

In recognition of the last day of Black History month, Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department would like to honor a few of our “Heavy Hitters”..

Community, Outdoors

Accokeek Foundation Receives $20,000 from Maryland Center for History and Culture’s “Miller History Fund”

The Miller History Fund—previously the Pathways Grant Program—provides funding to build the capacity of Maryland’s heritage sector..

Government & Politics, Community

House GOP Offers Alternatives For Immigrants, Vulnerable Populations, and Retirees

Members House Republican Caucus today offered several amendments to assist low-income Marylanders, retirees, and vulnerable populations..

Government & Politics, Community

Maryland Politics Weekly Round-Up: February 21st-27th

The second month of the 2021 General Assembly session approaches a close with more and more bills moving through both chambers..

Sports, Community

St. Mary’s Little League Opening Day Is Approaching

After a long offseason full of pandemic-filled difficulties, St. Mary’s Little League (SMLL) is set to begin their baseball and softball season in the coming weeks..

Community

SMCMD Installs Unique Replica 5th Order Fresnel Lens in New Exhibit at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum

This intricate and unique lens, an exact reproduction of the original apparatus that once lit Piney Point Lighthouse’s tower and guided mariners to safety on the Potomac..

Government & Politics, Community

Governor Hogan Testifies Before The U.S. Senate On Improving National Infrastructure

Maryland’s Governor Larry Hogan[R] testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works on Feb. 24..

Government & Politics, Community

Interview With Rachel Jones, Southern Maryland’s Newest Delegate

TheBayNet.com recently sat down with Delegate Jones to discuss her background, policy goals, and legislative approach to representing her unique district which spans across multiple counties..

Fire & Rescue, Community

Calvert County Sheriff's Office Searching for Owner of Horse Killed in Crash

If anyone is missing a brown mare with a purple halter from the Owings/Chaneyville area please contact the Sheriff's Office 410-535-2800..

Government & Politics, Community

NAS Patuxent River Adjusts Base Entry Procedure to Stop-and-Proceed at Gates

Naval Air Station Patuxent River will adjust its base entry procedures in February 2021 to institute “stop-and-proceed” entry for vehicles coming on to all of its fence lines..

Community

St. Mary’s County Library Announces Limited Public Opening of Libraries

Precautions remain in place that we ask all customers to respect..

Community

Commissioners Announce Appointment of Wicomico Shores Golf Course and River View Restaurant Manager

Mr. Ancuta will assume his role Monday, March 15, 2021..

Community

Citizens Invited to Participate in Prince Frederick Town Center Master Plan Virtual Workshop

Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a hands-on scenario planning exercise to propose and envision where to place new residential and commercial development to create a vibrant town center and protect the rural landscape..