March 29, 2024

Heat Advisory Issued for Region

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for areas of Maryland including St. Mary’s County through 8 pm July 17, 2019. Heat indexes may reach 105 to 110 degrees.

Lyme Action Tool Kits Bring Honors

Lyme Action Tool Kits

Staff at the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging and Human Services’ Northern Senior Activity Center were recognized on June 11 with a Program of Excellence Award: Honorable Mention in the Nutrition and Health Promotions Category from the Maryland Association of Senior Centers for Lyme Action Tool Kits.

One Weekend, Two Lighthouses

Commemoration

National Lighthouse Weekend on Aug. 3 and 4 will offer an opportunity to visit two local lighthouses. The open houses will be held from 10 am to 5 pm on the first weekend in August.

2nd Lexington Park Mural Completed

Lexington Park Mural

Artist Rainbow is the second professional mural St. Mary’s Community Development Corp. has installed in Lexington Park, MD. Designed and installed by North Beach, MD, artist Roz Racanello, the collage of portraits includes a wide array of creators with the message: Artists come in every color of the rainbow. Visit the latest Lexington Park mural along Art Alley off eastbound Great Mills Road next to Amazing Nails 2 and Spa. 

Arghh! Pirate Fun Awaits in Piney Point

Pirate

Pirates on the Potomac, the annual children’s event held at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park, will take place Saturday, July 27, 2019.

Bay District’s Fire Engine 92 Moving On

Fire Engine 92

The St. Mary’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation, in collaboration with Bay District Volunteer Fire Department, provided transportation services for the relocation of old Fire Engine 92.

Independence Day Holiday Closings

Veterans Day

All campuses of the College of Southern Maryland and St. Mary’s County government administrative offices will be closed July 4 and 5 for the Independence Day holiday.

Elite Cheerleading Group Piles Up Awards

Elite Cheerleading

St. Mary’s County’s own Cougars Elite Cheerleading just finished its ninth season in spectacular fashion. 

If it’s June 28, it’s Friday Night in the Park!

Friday Night in the Park

St. Inie’s Coffee has partnered with the St. Mary’s County NAACP chapter to put together a Friday Night in the Park event at Lancaster Park from 6 to 9 pm Friday, June 28.

Newtowne Players Ready for Next Show

Adults Only Show

The Newtowne Players are bringing “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” to the stage in St. Mary’s County.