On June 23rd 2020, the hard work of the St. Mary's County Health Department (SMCHD), St. Mary's County Rescue Chief Shawn Davidson, and members of Lexington Park Volunteer rescue Squad culminated in a great day of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) testing for the public. Over 230 community members were tested. Most from the comfort and safety of their car. Testing is a vital part of the recovery plan for ... (Full Story & Photos)

Delores Ann Smith, 77, of Cobb Island, Maryland, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 21, 2020 at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton, Maryland.

Delores was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and enjoyed her time caring selflessly for others. Joining the department in 2003, Mrs. Smith was an avid supporter, dedicated volunteer, and life member of the Cobb Island Volunteer ... (Full Story & Photos)

It was 2:00 p.m. on Saturday afternoon, the Benedict Volunteers along with Charles County Sheriff's Office and MD State Police made "lil man" DeClan Bennett smile on his 4th birthday. In spite of the rainy weather it did not stop their mission to be sure Mill Creek Road was full of fire trucks and police cars with lights aglow! Declan's Mom was quoted as saying "thanks to everyone, the smile on his ... (Full Story & Photos)

EMS Chief Poole is introducing their newest Volunteer Emergency Medical Technician Becky Grossman. EMT Grossman passed the Maryland Emergency Medical Examination last Saturday and immediately went into another examination for National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Certification were she has successfully completed this certification. EMS Chief Poole states, "EMT Grossman is a great asset to ... (Full Story & Photos)

Edwards Recalls Mechanical Heat Detectors Due to Failure to Alert to Fire

This recall involves mechanical heat detectors used indoors to detect elevated temperatures as part of professionally installed fire detection systems for residential homes and businesses. In residential settings, this product is installed in kitchens, attics and garages for property protection. The recalled heat detectors ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday, June 13, 2020, at 2:28 a.m., units from Bay District, NAS Patuxent River, Ridge, Hollywood, and Valley Lee were dispatched to to 20741 Hermanville Road at the D & B Trailer Park, for the reported trailer on fire.

Engine 32 & Squad 3 arrived on the scene to find a single wide trailer with fire showing from the front and rear of the trailer, approximately 60% involvement.

Two occupants ... (Full Story & Photos)

9-volt batteries power our smoke alarms, household items and toys. They can be found in most homes. But these batteries can be a fire hazard if not stored safely or disposed of with care.... (Full Story & Photos)

This recall involves Bunz Kidz-branded children’s sleepwear sets consisting of a robe, top and pants. The sleepwear sets were sold in sizes 2 through 12. The 100% micro polyester fleece robe and pants are white with allover pink star print and the 100% polyester top is pink with Dream in Glitter printed onto the chest in gold. The robe has long-sleeves, a shawl collar, two side seam pockets and a ... (Full Story & Photos)