Leon Alonzo Cullison, Jr., affectionately known as “Dictator,” passed away on March 19, 2025, at the age of 96 at Washington Hospital Center. A lifelong resident of Ridge, Maryland, Leon was born on April 26, 1928, in Washington, D.C., to the late Leon Cullison, Sr. and Carolyn McKay Evans.

Leon was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 75 years, Mildred Cullison, and their son, Richard Cullison. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The 2025 Installation of Officers Banquet was held on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

The Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department and Auxiliary recognized the accomplishments of the members and the department. The new 2025 Officers of the Auxiliary and the Operational Officers of the Fire Department were installed by Past President (MVFD & SMVFA) and Board of Director, Willie Wilkerson. The Fire Department ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 1851 hours, Anne Arundel County dispatched Calvert Companies 1, 5 & 6 to the 6600 Block of Revell Road in AA Company 42’s area. Squad 1, Tower 1, Brush 1, PA219 & Chief 1A made the response.

First arriving units from Deale found a working house fire with extension into a second home, along with multiple spots fires in the nearby woods. Squad 1 arrived on the scene and assumed first due special ... (Full Story & Photos)

On March 4th at approximately 1245 hours, Hughesville Volunteers were alerted to the 38000 block of Pleasant View Dr in Charlotte Hall, St Mary’s County for the shed fire. Chief 2, Chief 2A, Engine Tanker 2 and Tanker 2 made the initial response.

Engine Tanker 2 was first arriving and found a shed fire that extended to the woods, a utility trailer and side Bravo of an attached garage. A working fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Calvert County Sheriff's Office is hosting car seat checks at the Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department on March 13, June 12, September 11, and December 11, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on each date. PFVFD is located at 450 Solomons Island Rd S, Prince Frederick (by Dunkin Donuts).

See flyer for registration information....... (Full Story & Photos)

On Monday evening, the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department (MVFD), alongside neighboring fire companies, responded to a tragic structure fire in our first-due response area.

This devastating event struck the home of our Past Fire Chief and current Board of Director, Bobby Johnson. While we are grateful for the swift and coordinated efforts of all responders, the impact on the Johnson family ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. is offering high-quality rescue tools for sale, ideal for emergency services, professional rescue teams, or other organizations in need of reliable and robust equipment.... (Full Story & Photos)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov.... (Full Story & Photos)

Dry, windy conditions have increased fire risk across the state and fueled ongoing wildfires

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is implementing a statewide ban on open air burning, effective today, November 1, in all Maryland counties.

Extremely dry conditions persist across the state and have led to an above average number of wildfires statewide, and conditions are not expected to change ... (Full Story & Photos)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov.... (Full Story & Photos)