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New stretch of FDR Boulevard opens in St. Mary’s

The new phase of FDR Boulevard might just be the best one yet, according to project engineer Allen Settle. On Tuesday afternoon, the St. Mary’s County commissioners and representatives from the department of public works and transportation hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the newest extension of FDR Boulevard, which officially opened to drivers the following day. “Today is an opportunity to recognize just how far we’ve come,” Commissioner President Randy Guy (R) said. “The vision for FDR Boulevard has always been about more than building another road. It’s about creating a strong, more connected transportation network that meets the needs of our residents today while preparing our community for the future.” The roadway, which starts at St. Andrew’s Church Road in California, now stretches down past Buck Hewitt Road to Pegg Road in Lexington Park. A separate portion of the road from Great Mills Road to Shangri-La Drive in Lexington Park does not currently connect to the newest extension at Pegg Road. This most recent phase involved adding a new traffic light at the intersection of FDR Boulevard and Pegg Road and building new entrances at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Plaza Azteca restaurant and the Hampton Inn Hotel,

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Multiple People Trapped, Including Child, In Three-Vehicle Crash On Chancellors Run Road

ST. MARY’S COUNTY, Md. — Emergency crews responded to a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Chancellors Run Road and FDR Boulevard at approximately 6:40 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9. Initial reports indicated the crash involved a T-bone-style collision, with multiple occupants reportedly trapped inside the vehicles, including a...

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Building Bridges Gala Highlights Support For St. Mary’s County Children And Families

LEXINGTON PARK, Md. — Cory Somerville wanted his grandson to finish his last year at the elementary school he had attended for four years. When bus service to his previous after-school program ended, Somerville sometimes had to bring him to work at the library. Then he found an after-school program through Building Bridges that his grandson could get to by bus.

Lexington Park, MD · 2d
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Looking For Thanksgiving Pies? Here Are 8 Places To Buy Them In Southern Maryland

SOUTHERN MARYLAND — No Thanksgiving dinner is complete without dessert, and for many families, that means making room for a slice of pie. Whether it’s a traditional pumpkin pie, a sweet pecan filling, a fruit-filled favorite or something a little different, local bakeries and small businesses across Southern Maryland offer plenty of options for the holiday table.

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Pet Of The Week: Meet Poppa, A St. Mary’s County Shelter Dog Looking For A Home

CALIFORNIA, Md. — A few steps into a walk, Poppa turns his head. His forehead wrinkles bunch up as he looks over his shoulder to see if you’re still there. Then he carries on, only to check again a little farther along. During The BayNet’s Nov. 7 visit...

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Ocean Harvesters and Omega Protein Condemn Attacks on Commissioners and Fishing Families After Menhaden Vote

Companies thank commissioners for their work and organizations standing with commercial fishing families. NEWPORT, RI / ACCESS Newswire / November 12, 2026 / The following was released by Ocean Harvesters and Omega Protein:. Ocean Harvesters and Omega Protein thanked the commissioners and staff of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission...

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Veterans recognition to include car show, barbecue in Urbanna

The annual Veterans Day celebration and free barbecue luncheon to honor U.S. Armed Forces retirees and active duty personnel in the local community will be conducted in Urbanna Saturday, Nov. 14. A car show with 20-30 classic vehicles and a large indoor yard sale will also be part of the event.

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New Lexington Park Arts Center To Offer 24-Hour Access, Welding, Pottery, 3D Printing And More

LEXINGTON PARK, Md. — A 5,000-square-foot renovation at the historic Carver Recreation Center is bringing a new community arts center and makerspace to Lexington Park, featuring woodworking, welding, pottery, 3D printing and plans for 24-hour access for qualified members. The Carver Community Arts Center & Makerspace will hold a...

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