The Avenue News · North Beach, MD
The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office reported a Baltimore County man died after a crash on Nov. 5 on Bayside Road in North Beach.According to a release from the sheriff’s office, a 2025 International commercial box truck was traveling south on Bayside Road when it crossed the center line and collided head-on with a northbound Chevrolet Equinox.The box truck’s driver was identified as Chester McDonald, 64, of Middle River. Investigators said McDonald may have experienced a medical emergency before the collision.McDonald was transported to CalvertHealth Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.Kylie Gasch, 19, of North Beach was identified as the driver of the Chevrolet.
SoMdNews.com · North Beach, MD
A seventh person has succumbed to injuries sustained on a Calvert County road in 2026.The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office reported the latest incident occurred Nov. 5 on Bayside Road in North Beach.According to a release from the sheriff’s office, a 2025 International commercial box truck was traveling south on Bayside Road when it crossed the center line and collided head-on with a northbound Chevrolet Equinox.The box truck’s driver was identified as Chester McDonald, 64, of Middle River. Investigators said McDonald may have experienced a medical emergency before the collision.McDonald was transported to CalvertHealth Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.Kylie Gasch, 19, of North Beach was identified as the driver of the Chevrolet.
SoMdNews.com · Owings, MD
Nearby: Owings, MDCalvert public schools’ Superintendent Marcus Newsome noted it had been 22 months since his predecessor and other school and community leaders did the traditional moving of dirt with golden shovels. And now the new Northern Middle School has opened for learning.The project, which was slowed by weather and challenges in obtaining building materials, cost nearly $60 million, which was a combination of state and county funds. The three-story, 109,237-square-foot building, co-located with Northern High on Chaneyville Road in Owings, can accommodate 800 students. With its current enrollment at 715 there’s room for more, although it’s still Calvert County’s most populous middle school.“It takes every department in the school system to make this happen,” the superintendent said during his monthly report to the Calvert County school board Nov. 5.In a matter of hours, the new building went from being a storage site for unopened boxes and bare shelves into a new school.
SoMdNews.com · Owings, MD
Nearby: Owings, MDSaturday afternoon proved to be a sunny, windy occasion in which the setting sun and prevailing winds invariably sided with the visiting Chesapeake High School girls soccer team when it upended Northern 2-1 in the first overtime of their contentious 3A state quarterfinal clash in Owings.On a day when all three goals were scored by the team with the wind at its back and the opposing goalie staring into the bright setting sun, Northern had managed to break the scoreless deadlock with just under three minutes left in the first half on a goal from senior Marlee Gott. Often in state playoff matches the first goal is not only vital but occasionally decisive and Gott had given the Patriots the edge heading into the intermission.Gott, who led the Patriots with 34 goals this season and is headed to the Indiana University of Pennsylvania for women’s soccer, had given the hosts a 1-0 lead late in the second half.
Baltimore Jewish Times · West River, MD
Nearby: West River, MD, a Baltimore admiralty attorney, lifelong sailor, and devoted father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2026, at his home in West River, Maryland. He was 78. To many of his friends, and sometimes to his daughter, he was simply GST. Born January 26 in Freeport, New York, he graduated from […]
SoMdNews.com · Prince Frederick, MD
Nearby: Prince Frederick, MDThe next step in Calvert County’s push to ban data center development will take place Nov. 18 as the local planning commission will hold a public hearing. The hearing will start at 7 p.m. at the County Administration Building in Prince Frederick.In documents posted by county government, the revised amendment on industrial zoning in Calvert defines data centers as “an established facility, building or series of buildings which are part of a unified development and arranged in a campus setting engaging in the storage, management, processing or transmission of digital datas, and housing computer or network equipment, systems, servers, appliances and other associated components related to digital data operations.”The revised amendment will add, “This use is not permitted in any zoning district in the county.”Also to be considered by the planning commission is an accompanying resolution to revise Calvert’s Comprehensive Plan, which was adopted in February 2025.On Aug.
Hood County News · Annapolis, MD
Nearby: Annapolis, MD: Jan. 2, 1945 – Oct. 21, 2026Doug, 81, passed away on Oct. 21, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, dedication and love for his family. Douglas Wayne Lindquist Born in Falconer, New York, to Alfred and Jean Lindquist and grew up in Bradford, Pennsylvania. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, before beginning a career as a Naval aviator. He proudly served during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, Doug flew for Southwest Airlines. His family finds comfort in knowing that he is now at peace in the presence of his Lord and Savior.Doug is survived by his beloved wife, Margaret Ann Lindquist, his son, Jason (Adele), and his daughter, Kristen (Justin) Willoughby. He also leaves behind 2 grandchildren, Ruthie and Jake, 2 brothers, Bruce (Diane), Tim (Bliss) and 1 sister, Marty (Paul) Holcombe.Captain Lindquist, your watch is complete. Recommended for you
The Kenbridge-Victoria Dispatch · New Carrollton, MD
Nearby: New Carrollton, MD“Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.” — Psalm 19:14 I am truly thankful to Jesus for the opportunity to spend two wonderful weeks in the countryside at my daughter’s and son’s home in Maryland. The autumn scenery was breathtaking, with vibrant colors beginning to grace the trees, a truly magnificent sight that reminded me of the beauty of creation. Driving to the Amtrak Station in New Carrollton, Maryland, we had breakfast that was more than just a meal; it was a moment of connection and joy. As we traveled, laughter filled the car, and we marveled at the awe-inspiring beauty of our surroundings. It’s in these moments that we truly appreciate the love and care our Creator has for us. It was a clear day, and the clouds danced gracefully in the sky, while the sun lit up not just the landscape, but our spirits as well.
columbuspost.com · Greenbelt, MD
Nearby: Greenbelt, MDWilliam Faulkner 2 months ago 3 min read NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has successfully powered up its 300-megapixel Wide Field Instrument, marking a major milestone as the observatory moves closer to beginning its sweeping survey of the universe. The infrared camera is designed to capture exceptionally large areas of the sky while maintaining sharp detail, giving astronomers a powerful tool for studying distant planets, dark energy and the distribution of matter across the cosmos. Roman’s 300-Megapixel Camera Comes Online The Wide Field Instrument, or WFI, combines a broad field of view with image sharpness comparable to observatories such as NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope. Each image will cover an area of sky larger than the apparent size of the full moon. This combination of scale and detail will allow scientists to conduct extensive surveys of the universe more efficiently.
Greenbelt News Review · Greenbelt, MD
Nearby: Greenbelt, MDWalking through the hallways of Greenbelt Middle School one may notice that the school bell heard around campus sounds a little different this year. The bell, which used to sound like an alarm, is now a softer tone, meant to create a warmer environment for students and teachers. Carlos Pugh, the parent engagement assistant, has noticed that the bell has not only changed a big part of the school’s environment, but also reflects the person who created it, the new Principal, Camille Butler. “It’s subtle and softer, but it gets the message across, just like her,” Pugh said. From changes to the bell, to speaking positive words of encouragement over the announcements at the end of each school day and checking in on teachers throughout the day, Butler has begun to add her own touch around the school. Butler first started at the school in 2017 as a reading teacher.
Greenbelt News Review · Greenbelt, MD
Nearby: Greenbelt, MDThe results of the midterm elections and the blue wave that ushered in a record number of Black governors loomed large during this year’s Emancipation Day celebration in Greenbelt on Saturday, November 7 at the Community Center. Since 2018, Greenbelt has hosted the event commemorating November 1, 1864, the date when Maryland approved a constitutional amendment abolishing slavery in the state. The event featured poems and songs that remembered the struggles of enslaved Black people. It also included a libation ceremony, led by Dr. Lois Rosado, retired educator and founding chair of Greenbelt’s Black History and Culture Committee. The libation was a tradition that honored the memories of Black people from the times of slavery through the recent times of council meetings. As a practice of the tradition, Rosado read out the morals instilled by Black ancestors while attendees chorused “ashé” as a sign of agreement.
Greenbelt News Review · Greenbelt, MD
Nearby: Greenbelt, MDAt its October 26 meeting the Greenbelt City Council fought the clock and, at times, picked at each other but managed to complete most of its agenda. Council approved legislation regarding the historic Greenbelt High School, considered a request for proposals to move its equity and inclusion work forward, briefly touched on Save as You Throw (SAYT) options and listened to City Manager Josué Salmerón discuss new artificial intelligence options for city employees. Legislation On a 5 to 2 vote with Mayor Emmett Jordan and Councilmember Silke Pope opposed, council approved legislation reaffirming the city’s desire to acquire ownership of the building originally known as Greenbelt High School if the Board of Education decides to decommission the school.