by Anita DiGregory “A Tribute to Dads” According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are over 72 million fathers across the country. This month, as we prepare to celebrate dads, their importance in society, communities, and families is palpable and unmistakable. Recent research points to the importance of an engaged father in the development of […]
The Brent Stitely Memorial Golf Tournament was held on April 28, 2018, at Maple Run Golf Course in Thurmont to benefit The American Cancer Society of Frederick County. One hundred golfers participated, raising over $6,000 to help fund education and patient-support programs, such as The Hope Lodge, Roads to Recovery, and a free “Cancer Hotline,” […]
On Tuesday, April 23, 2018, the Cougars placed first in the Monocacy Division of the Ninth Annual Frederick County Unified Track and Field Championship. Athletes represented ten area high schools for the event. Catoctin was in the Monocacy division with Frederick, Governor Thomas Johnson, Oakdale, and a combined team of Brunswick and Linganore. CHS had […]
The Emmitsburg Heritage Day event will be welcoming the addition of a 6K Race in 2018. Lace up your sneakers and hit the road on Saturday, June 30, 2018, for the Inaugural Emmitsburg Community Heritage Day 6K Race. Beat the heat with an early start at 7:30 a.m. on this 6K (3.7 mile) course. The […]
Deb Abraham Spalding A path that included soccer, teaching, and coaching led Kevin “Mac” McMullen to become Catoctin High School’s athletic director. His tenure will conclude on June 30, 2018, when he will formally retire from Frederick County Public Schools. Mac’s now-Assistant Athletic Director, Keith Bruck, will become Athletic Director at that time. Obviously friends, […]
by Theresa Dardanell Graceham Moravian Church The very popular “Served With Grace” monthly community meal is what most people know about Graceham Moravian Church, but it is only part of their very extensive ministry. Held on the first Monday of every month, this free dinner is a social event that brings the community together, while […]
by Valerie Nusbaum When people are going through a major ordeal, one would hope that the fates would be kind and not pile on more trials and tribulations. Such has not been the case for us recently. Does anyone remember that terrible wind storm we had back at the beginning of March? Yes, I know […]
by Christine Maccabee “There is No Planet B” When I heard that the President Macron of France was coming to the United States to meet with our president, I knew he had an important agenda. I knew in my heart that he would speak up for the need for our country to join with other […]
Richard Bard Makes Good His Escape by James Rada, Jr. Editor’s Note: This is the second in a series of columns about Richard Bard’s escape from captivity and the rescue of his wife. Richard Bard had made his getaway from the Delaware Indians, who had captured his family at their mill near present-day Fairfield on […]
by Jim Houck, Jr. Specialist 4th Class Thomas Eugene Joy 173rd Airborne Brigade Tom Joy was born on December 5, 1948, at Annie M Warner Hospital Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, to Austin L. and Catherine E. (Walter) Joy, and was taken home to live with them on East Main Street in Emmitsburg. Tom is the youngest member […]
by Buck Reed Chili Nation The exact origins of chili are muddled at best. The only sure thing is that it is an American dish that is only made in Mexico for tourists. In most Mexican culture, chili con carne is considered a vile dish served and eaten in the United States, from California to […]
by Dr. Thomas K. Lo Stress has been with us since the beginning of time. Every era has faced its share of stressful situations. Today, stress can be work, family, personal conflicts, and demands on our time and money. All of these stressors can take a toll on our health. Stress affects everybody differently. For […]
by Grace Eyler Warm weather and clear skies welcomed players, parents, and families to Thurmont Little League’s Opening Day on Saturday, April 14, 2018. With some games beginning as early as 8:30 a.m., everyone was eager to enjoy their first day on the field for the season. At 10:00 a.m., a few hundred people gathered […]
by James Rada, Jr. Emmitsburg Updating the Emmitsburg Parking Policy and Rates Many of the Emmitsburg parking rates haven’t been raised since 2003, so the mayor and commissioners have started considering updating the parking policies and raising the parking rates. While it does not appear that the meter rate will change, some parking fines and […]
Emmitsburg Mayor Don Briggs Finally, spring is gaining some traction. Thank you to the town staff for promptly taking care of the late March snow—a great job done. And, thank you to Vigilant Hose Co. for feeding them when all the restaurants were closed. With spring comes the new and renewed. McDonald’s will be getting […]
Elizabeth Swindells Rhonda Brown grew up in a hair salon. Her mother is a retired hairdresser, so she and her sister spent a lot of time watching their mother do hair. After Rhonda graduated from beauty school and received her license, she assisted her mother in her salon. Rhonda then moved around a bit, but […]
Elizabeth Swindells Danny Hanagan of Spike’s Auto Care & Tire is a Mt. Airy, Maryland native. He moved to Emmitsburg to be closer to the second Spike’s Auto Care location that he has recently opened on North Seton Avenue. He purchased the current property about a year and a half ago and has been steadily […]
Elizabeth Swindells Megan Purtell has been a business-savvy dog-lover since she started her own dog-walking business at just eight years old. As a dog lover, Megan started fostering dogs out of the Washington, D.C. area about five years ago. In that time, she has fostered over one hundred dogs! After those dogs found their “forever […]
James Rada, Jr. The Frederick County Fire and Rescue Museum on South Seton Avenue in Emmitsburg now has a three-panel glass etching, featuring a 1920s fire engine. Until recently, the artwork hung in the window of the office building that was the old Independent Hose Company in Frederick. The etching, which was created by designer […]
James Rada, Jr. The Emmitsburg Town Council is tackling the issue of short-term rental housing, such as the type of rentals made through Airbnb. These rentals aren’t hotels or bed and breakfasts. Sometimes, they might not even be the rental of the entire home. This type of rental differs from a traditional lodging option because […]
James Rada, Jr. Thurmont may soon get a number of new libraries in the town. The catch is that all of them will be no larger than a few square feet. The Catoctin Area Civitan Club would like to place a Little Free Library at each of the town parks near a bench, as well […]
On Sunday, May 6, 2018, at 3:00 p.m., Elias Lutheran Church in Emmitsburg will present its third annual program to bring awareness to the epidemic of hungry and homeless children in the Emmitsburg area. The concert, under the direction of Cheryl Carney, will feature several soloists from the Elias Church family, the handbell and vocal […]
Shelby Maly Graceham Volunteer Fire Company held their annual banquet on the evening of April 7, 2018, at the Graceham Fire Hall. President Louis Powell, Jr. welcomed everyone to the exciting evening, celebrating the volunteers. The pledge was led by the fire prevention ambassadors, and Lieutenant Julie Durgan gave the invocation. Members and friends enjoyed […]
Frederick County Executive Jan Gardner announced the appointment of Kevin Fox (pictured far right) of Thurmont as Deputy Fire Chief and Director of Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services. “Kevin brings years of experience in both the volunteer and career fire service,” Executive Gardner said. “He is well-respected, professional, and will hit the ground running. As […]
Vigilant Hose Company’s (VHC) fire services volunteer, Dave Zentz (pictured above, center), was recognized as the 2017 Frederick County Volunteer Firefighter of the Year on March 13, 2018, along with other Frederick County Public Safety Partners, during the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce Public Safety Awards in Brunswick. Dave is an individual who has exceeded […]