Saint Leonard
LATEST NEWS
'Ice Cream for Breakfast Day' a hit at Scottish Highland Creamery
OXFORD — On Tuesday morning, dozens of families in pajamas and slippers lined up outside of Scottish Highland Creamery for a chance to experience “Ice Cream for Breakfast Day.” This much anticipated event allows children and adults alike to break with the traditional breakfast of eggs and toast and instead treat themselves and their families to sweet treats. Christine Leggett, a manager at Scottish Highland Creamery, said this event has...
Bay District Volunteer Fire Department Yeti Package Raffle
Attention all community members! We’re excited to announce our Online Yeti Raffle to support the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department. You have a chance to win amazing Yeti gear worth $900 while helping us keep our community safe!. RAFFLE DETAILS!. **Prizes:** Yeti Coolers, Tumblers, and more!**Value:** $900 worth of...
Police Arrest Two Felons Following Theft of AR-15 Rifle from Tackle Box
On Wednesday, July 17, 2024, Deputy Munn responded to the Tackle Box in Lexington Park, MD, for a reported theft. Video surveillance footage showed an unknown suspect walking into the store, going behind the sales counter, taking a Ruger AR-15 rifle from the display rack, concealing it beneath his clothing, and exiting the store.
Arrest made in assault involving gun, shovel attack and animal cruelty in Cambridge
CAMBRIDGE, Md. – On July 17, at 12:55 p.m., Cambridge Police Department officers responded to an assault on Muir Street. Two victims reported being attacked by three men, one flashed a gun and another struck them with a shovel. According to officials the suspect with the shovel stroke the victims service animal. The suspects fled in a black Ford Explorer.
Man Arrested For DUI And Negligent Driving With Children In The Vehicle
CALIFORNIA, Md. – A troubling incident from California, Maryland, Patrick Clay Murphy Jr., 34, of Bryans Road, Maryland was arrested on July 1, 2024, on charges of driving under the influence and negligent driving. Deputy Sheriff John Gardiner of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to a distress call regarding Murphy’s erratic driving behavior with his children in the vehicle.
Waldorf farmer helps grow the next generation
One of only 10 people in the country to be selected, Karl Shlagel, a generational farmer from Waldorf, recently joined a national fellowship by the American Farm Bureau Federation. Shlagel, 42, was recently selected to join the Partners in Advocacy Leadership program, a two-year national fellowship that strives to create leaders and advocates for agriculture. He is only the second person from Maryland to be selected. Shlagel said the fellowship...
Pastor tries to foster family feel at First Baptist Church of Cambridge
CAMBRIDGE — When it comes to church membership, First Baptist Church of Cambridge Pastor Chris Colbert would rather have 10 “sincere God lovers” than 10,000 “nominal pew sitters.” Since coming to Cambridge from Monmouth County, New Jersey in September 2022, Colbert has aimed to “cultivate sincere and mature followers of God.” “So we’re creating a community of intimate, committed, loving, sacrificial family members who want to help each other to...
Andre Xavier Howe Charged For Double Shooting In Maryland
Huntingtown native Andre Xavier Howe has been arrested in connection to a recent shooting in Prince Frederick that left a woman with critical injuries and left another man injured. Deputies were called shortly after 9:40 p.m. on Sunday, July 14 to the 1600 block of Mint Court in Prince Frederick,...
Unity Festival in Cambridge just days away
CAMBRIDGE, Md. – The annual Unity Festival in Cambridge is just a few weeks away. It is a fun time for kids and families to come together. The day will be filled with music, food, and live performances. Organizers are hoping that many people will come out to celebrate Cambridge and its community with no violence.
St. Mary’s County Commissioner Meeting Holds Public Hearing For Amendment To Comprehensive Water And Sewerage Plan
HOLLYWOOD, Md. – The St. Mary’s County Commissioner meeting held a public hearing for the Department Of Land Use And Growth Management’s Amendment of Comprehensive Water and Sewerage Plan for a project at Villages of Clark’s Mill at their July 16, 2024 meeting. The amendment proposes...
Chef brings a taste of Korea to Maryland workshops
Korean cuisine was on the menu at Waldorf West Library on July 8. The library hosted a Korean food workshop to help educate groups of all ages on how to make dishes like gimbap and yubuchobap. Gimbap is a Korean dish made from cooked rice, vegetables, fish and meat rolled in seaweed. Yubuchobap is a variation of gimbap, with contents stuffed into a fried tofu pocket. ...
Burglaries reported in Cambridge
CAMBRIDGE — Two men were arrested in Cambridge in separate burglary incidents. According to a news release, Tyree Devon Bryant, 33, of Cambridge, was arrested July 2 on assault, reckless endangerment, home invasion and burglary charges. Police said officers responded to the 400 block of Cedar Street that evening in reference to a burglary. According to the news release, when officers arrived, they spoke with the victim, who reported that...
Trooper’s Shooting Of Teen Peyton Ham Under Scrutiny
LEONARDTOWN, Md. – In a case that has garnered significant public attention, Trooper First Class (TFC) Joseph Charles Azzari Jr. is facing renewed legal scrutiny for his involvement in the tragic shooting of 16-year-old Peyton Alexander Ham. The incident, which occurred on April 13, 2021, at Ham’s residence on Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Maryland, has led to extensive legal battles, raising questions about police conduct and the use of force.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.