File photo LEXINGTON PARK, Md. – On January 3, 2025, at approximately 11:11 a.m., police and emergency personnel responded to shots fired and a motor vehicle crash on Liberty Street near Pegg Road.  Police arrived first on the scene to find the single-vehicle crash with one occupant suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The scene was secured … Read more

ANNAPOLIS, Md. – As a results of recent activity in the U.S., the United States Naval Academy and NSA Annapolis will increase Force Protection measures. The following restrictions to USNA and NSAA access are effective immediately and will remain in effect until further notice: – General Public Visitation is suspended effective TODAY, Friday, 03 January … Read more

Delonte Derrick Hamilton LEONARDTOWN, Md. – Delonte Derrick Hamilton, a 31-year-old Hyattsville resident, faces legal consequences for two incidents in St. Mary’s County earlier this year, involving trespassing and public indecency. Trespassing at ABC LiquorOn March 17, 2024, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office were called to ABC Liquor on Three Notch Road … Read more

PIKESVILLE, Md. – A joint investigation between partner law enforcement agencies and the Maryland Car Rally Task Force yielded the arrests of three people, including one juvenile, in connection with a car rally in Laurel while dismantling and preventing multiple rallies throughout Maryland. From 11:00 p.m. until 4:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, members … Read more

SOUTHERN MARYLAND — Whether you’re a history buff, a nature enthusiast, or someone looking to try something new, there’s an event for everyone this week. From engaging fossil hunts and archaeology walks in Calvert County to family-friendly workshops and roller skating in St. Mary’s, the region is buzzing with activities to keep your calendar full. … Read more

CALIFORNIA, Md. — Happy Friday, BayNet readers! Today’s newscast is available to everyone, but remember, our weekday audio news recaps, delivered Monday through Thursday, are exclusively for members. Every weekday, we provide a quick and informative summary of the most interesting and important topics in Southern Maryland, keeping our community in the loop on local … Read more

RIDGE, Md. – The officers and members of the Ridge Volunteer Fire Department and Auxiliary regret to announce the passing of Life Member / Past President George Gatton on January 2, 2025. George was a devoted member of our Department, providing over 50 Years of service to his community. Funeral service details will be posted … Read more

LEXINGTON PARK, Md. – On Thursday, January 2, 2025, at approximately 11:48 am, Troopers assigned to the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack responded to a serious motor vehicle collision on Three Notch Road at Corporate Drive, Lexington Park, MD. Preliminary investigation revealed a collision involving three vehicles. The driver of the at fault vehicle conducted an … Read more

LEONARDTOWN, Md. – St Mary’s County Recreation & Parks will host a public information gathering on a proposed Sports Complex planned for a location in the California, Maryland area. In February 2024, the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County and Maryland Stadium Authority, entered a Memorandum of Understanding to provide architectural and engineering services related to … Read more

Trenton, New Jersey — Following claims of sexual misbehavior involving a female client, Essex County massage therapist Peter Petrovic, also known as Jagadisha Peter Petrovic, had his license permanently revoked by the New Jersey Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy, officials stated Wednesday. Petrovic is charged with touching and digitally entering a female customer during … Read more