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Motorcyclist killed in crash involving pick-up truck in Calvert County
CALVERT COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Deputies in Calvert County said a man is dead after his motorcycle collided with a pickup truck in Lusby on July 14. The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) said deputies went to Nursery Road and Maryland Route 4 for a crash just after 7 p.m. After investigating, deputies […]
UPDATED: Pilot confirmed dead in Tred Avon River plane crash
EASTON — Officials with the Maryland State Police confirmed the pilot of a small aircraft that crashed into the Tred Avon River near Easton Tuesday morning was killed in the incident. Robert Eugene Merlini, 56, of Annapolis was identified as the victim of the crash by MSP Tuesday evening. The Merlini called in an engine failure before crashing into the river at around 9:30 a.m., the Federal Aviation Administration said...
‘No idea he wouldn't come back': Father mourns man killed at vigil for Wise HS football alumni
The father of a man killed at a vigil Friday evening says his son had spent the week mourning three friends who died in a crash. Shahid Iman Omar Jr., 24, was among the hundreds of people in attendance Friday at Dr. Henry Wise Jr. High School in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, to honor the lives of Minnesota Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson, Isaiah Hazel and Anthony Lytton, Jr., who won a state championship together at Wise.
Maryland Board of Public Works approves nearly $150 million in cuts to state budget
The Maryland Board of Public Works on Wednesday approved $149 million in cuts to the state budget proposed by Gov. Wes Moore. Chairing the Board of Public Works meeting in Annapolis, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore proclaimed that he’s managed budgets over his entire career. He added that reductions in the budget are necessary after stagnant economic growth over the last decade.
Teen Arrested In Connection With Prince Frederick Shooting
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is announcing the arrest of Andre Xavier Howe, 17 of Huntingtown, in connection with the recent shooting on Mint Court in Prince Frederick. The arrest marks a significant step forward in ensuring the safety and security of our community.
Council approves annexation of land for potential affordable housing project
EASTON — A potential affordable multifamily housing development project on the east side of Ocean Gateway took a step forward at Monday night’s Town Council meeting. Council members approved a resolution for the town to annex around 17 acres of land following multiple public hearings. The land is to be annexed from Talbot County and into the town of Easton. It contains vacant property east of U.S. Route 50, between...
Daily lineups announced for Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival
Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival has announced its daily lineups, which include 14 bands across two alternating stages with no overlapping music, so no FOMO!. The festival takes place Sept. 21 and 22 at Sandy Point State Park and highlights regional and national bluegrass, jamgrass, funkgrass, and Americana music. There are lots of other activities, including interactive workshops, beachside yoga, yard games, children’s activities in the KidZone, and shopping from local craft vendors.
Pilot dies after small environmental research plane crashes into Maryland river
BALTIMORE -- A pilot died when a small environmental research plane crashed Tuesday morning in a river on Maryland's Eastern ShoreA helicopter view of the Tred Avon River near Easton in Talbot County showed multiple boats converging around what appears to be the tail of an airplane. The pilot, identified as 56-year-old Robert Eugene Merlini, from Annapolis, was the only person on the plane.Police could not say whether the pilot was found in the cockpit or had been ejected. What type of plane?According to public records, the plane is a 10-seater 1973 Cessna 402B owned by the University Research Foundation, a...
Cambridge Mayor Steve Rideout on Search for City Manager
The Cambridge City Council conducted interviews on July 15 for the vacant city manager position. The closed session was held at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay and was, in the words of Mayor Steve Rideout, “an interesting meeting.” This was necessitated by the departure in May of City Manager Tom Carroll, whose position has been held on a temporary basis by David Deutsch.
Third Annual Annapolis Songwriters Festival To Take Place In September
The Third Annual Annapolis Songwriters Festival is set to take place Sept. 12–15 in Annapolis, Maryland. Presented by Rams Head in partnership with BMI and Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County, the four-day function will include ticketed performances and free showcases, inspired by its longstanding sister, the Key West Songwriters Festival.
TPP: Opportunities for Small Businesses
The Patuxent Partnership and the Small Business Development Center will co-sponsor a Small Business Administration-Small Business Innovation Research program Tuesday, July 23. The event will be held from 8am to 4:30pm at the University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland’s Building 2, Center Hall at 44219 Airport Road in California, MD.
Maryland Humanities’ Museum on Main Street Coming to Captain Avery Museum
The Smithsonian heads to the Captain Avery Museum with Maryland Humanities’ next Museum on Main Street tour on August 25, 2025! This is the second stop on Maryland’s tour of Spark! Places of Inspiration, a traveling Smithsonian Institution exhibition focused on innovation. This tour is possible through Maryland...
Capitals and Monumental Sports & Entertainment announce college Capital Hockey Classic
Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) announced on Wednesday the inagural Capital Hockey Classic featuring a doubleheader at Capital One Arena, the home of your Washington Capitals. The game will take place on Thursday December 12 and feature a contest between Army and Navy's club hockey teams followed by a matchup between Army and Penn State's division one programs.
Mobile Home Fire in Talbot County–Accidental
A mobile home fire that occurred late yesterday afternoon on Schockley Lane in Cordova, Talbot County has been ruled accidental. According to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal, the fire was due to a mechanical and electrical failure in the water pump. The American Red Cross was notified of the fire to assist with the occupants. The estimated monetary loss of structure and contents is to be at $100,000.
UPDATED: Plane Crash Near Easton Under Investigation
UPDATED – 6:30pm – The deceased victim is identified as 56 year old Robert Eugene Merlini of Annapolis. Merlini was the pilot, and sole occupant of a twin engine Cessna that crashed in the Tred Avon River this morning. ============================================================. UPDATED – 2:30pm – Maryland State Police are...
Talbot County Garden Club Presents Tour Funds to Two Historic Churches in Trappe
Talbot County Garden Club hosted a lemonade social at Scotts United Methodist Church in Trappe on June 16 to celebrate the success of the 2024 Talbot County Tour of the Maryland House & Garden Pilgrimage. Dedicated to the restoration and preservation of historic properties, the May 11 Tour drew more than 2,000 “pilgrims” to seven outstanding private properties. Tour proceeds from ticket sales and sponsorships – greatly amplified by service providers’ discounts and donations – will cover major infrastructure projects at two historic churches in Trappe: Scotts and St. Paul’s Episcopal on Main Street and brick ruins from the related old White Marsh Church on Almshouse Road and Route 50.
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