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Government & PoliticsJoint public meeting set for Oct. 1
Citizens are encouraged to attend a joint meeting of the Commissioners and Legislative Delegation of St. Mary's County on October 1..
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Government & Politics, CommunityCommittee appointed to explore YMCA
Another move towards a new YMCA in St. Mary's County. A committee has been appointed to study locations, programs, and fundraising possibilities..
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Government & Politics, Accidents & Traffic$12 Million in highway safety grants announced
The Hogan Administration has announced the statewide distribution of nearly $12 million in federal highway safety funds, half a million of which is targeted for Southern Maryland..
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Government & Politics, Health & WellnessPresident moves to ban flavored eCigarettes
On the heels of a mysterious lung illness linked to vaping that's already sickened over 400 people and been blamed for six deaths, President Trump moved to removed flavored eCigarettes from the market..
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Government & Politics9-11 anniversary marked by officials
Officials at every level of government marked the 18th anniversary of the 9-11 attacks on the United States..
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Government & PoliticsGaskill, Reynolds Awarded by Maryland Law Enforcement Peers
Both recognized for professional excellence by their peers across the state of Maryland.
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Government & PoliticsMaryland Wear and Carry Permit goes online
Maryland Residents wishing to apply for a permit to carry a firearm will find the process a little more convenient..
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Government & PoliticsCharles County flags lowered in memory of firefighter
Charles County flags will be lowered to half-staff sunrise on Sept. 11 until sunset on Sept. 12 as a mark of respect for the memory a Potomac Heights firefighter Charles "Mike" Wills who served 39 yrs with the Potomac Heights Fire Department..
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Government & Politics, Travel & TourismBipartisan Bill to Protect America’s Scenic Byways Passed
There are some things Republicans and Democrats can agree on. Senators Ben Cardin (D-Md.) and Susan Collins (R-Maine) co-authored legislation designed to promote and protect scenic roadways called The Reviving America's Scenic Byways Act of 2019..
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Government & PoliticsThree area teens appointed to Youth Advisory Council
Three SOMD teens are among the young people appointed to the Maryland Youth Advisory Council..
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Government & Politics, Fire & Rescue, OutdoorsMaryland Wildfire Crew Deployed to Northern California
First Out-of-State Deployment of the Season.
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Government & PoliticsPGPD Announces the Graduation of Session 140
PGPD Announces the Graduation of Session 140.
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Government & Politics, Community, Outdoors, Community SpotlightSecretary’s Message: September 2019
September is a Great Time to Enjoy Nature and to Give Back.
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Government & PoliticsHow to spot a real Census taker
If you see some people going door to door in your neighborhood in St. Mary's County who claim to be from the Census, don't be alarmed. They really are..
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Government & Politics, AutomotiveFineFix program helps uninsured drivers save on fines
There's a new state program that aims to help Maryland drivers reduce outstanding fines for driving an uninsured vehicle that could help them save up to 80% off the cost of those fines..
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Government & Politics, Accidents & TrafficFirst Purple Line track installed
Governor Larry Hogan today announced the installation of the first section of Purple Line transit track for the historic $5.6 billion project, which is the largest public-private partnership (P3) transit project in North America..
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Government & Politics, WeatherResidents urged to sign up for Code Red warnings
With a Tropical Storm watch in place due to the approach of Hurricane Dorian, the St. Mary's Department of Emergency Services is urging residents of the county to sign up to receive email warnings, updates and special notices including road closures.
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Government & Politics, WeatherCitizens urged to prepare for weather
The Department of Emergency Services reminds is reminding residents that St. Mary’s County can feel the impact of a severe storm even when it is hundreds of miles away..
