Josiah Pensyl An Indian War Hero “I have the honor to report that I am corralled by Comanches, two miles north of the Washita…” – W. Lyman, Capt. 5th Infantry, September 10, 1874 Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Josiah Pensyl, sometimes spelled Pennsyl, was born on September 15, 1850, in Frederick County (no specifics […]
Thurmont AMVETS Post 7 at 26 Apples Church Road in Thurmont is now open for lunch and dinner every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from 12:00 to 7:00 p.m., with weekly specials on Thursdays and Fridays. They also offer a bucket of domestic beer for only $13.00! Check out their advertisement on page 14.
Another fun fact brought to you by our Commander Debra Middendorff: Smarties, as we know them today, got their start back in the 1940s, when British engineer and bona fide candy connoisseur Edward Dee moved to New Jersey with his family and set up Ce De Candy. The company would eventually adopt the name of […]
Save the date for the Veterans Day Service, hosted by Trinity United Church of Christ in Thurmont, on Sunday, November 9. The patriotic music by The Solid Ground Band from Ft. Detrick will begin with music at 10:00 a.m. The service will start at 10:15 a.m. The service will include guest speaker, retired Navy Chaplain […]
November 1925, 100 Years Ago Blue Ridge Choral Society Appears Before Large Audience The Blue Ridge Choral Society, assisted by Mrs. Charles F. Hudson, soprano, and the Frederick Concert Orchestra, gave a very enjoyable entertainment before an audience that taxed the town hall at Thurmont to capacity. The entertainment was the first of a series […]
Here is an alternative to the pumpkin pie for your Thanksgiving dinner. This easy pumpkin mousse is cool, creamy, and ready in minutes. Cream cheese, pudding mix, whipped topping, and canned pumpkin are layered with gingersnap crumbles for a fast fall dessert. A pumpkin mousse parfait, warmly spiced and studded with crunchy gingersnap bits, comes […]
Fall for Flavor As we enter the fall season, which for us in Catoctin Mountain country means a few more hot days peppered with a little rain and some tolerably cooler weather, we welcome the usual flavors of fall. But before we settle for “Pumpkin Spiced” lasagna, let’s consider some of the other flavors that […]
by Dr. Thomas K. Lo, Advanced Chiropractic & Nutritional Healing Center Overactive bladder is a condition in which the bladder cannot hold urine normally. One of the most common symptoms of this problem is urinary incontinence or leaking urine. It’s estimated that at least 30 percent of men and 40 percent of women in the […]
by Jeff Yocum “A Change of Scenery” focuses on day trips from Thurmont that are within 150 miles (give or take). These trips will not include “Disney-level” destinations, but rather, lesser-known points of interest. The purpose of the article is to suggest venues for folks seeking a short, easily accessible change of scenery. In the […]
by by Tara Miller November at the Thurmont Senior Center: A Season of Gratitude As Thanksgiving approaches, I’m reflecting on just how special our community is here at the Thurmont Senior Center. This season is all about gratitude, connection, and sharing meaningful moments—and we’re doing exactly that every day at the center. Whether you’re stopping […]
BY Caitlyn Kirby & Lori Littrell We are delighted to invite you to visit the Emmitsburg 50+ Center this month to embrace a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle through engaging activities, supportive resources, and a welcoming community. From creative workshops to lively games, fitness classes, and cozy social gatherings, there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy. […]
Winners of the 69th Annual Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show, held September 5-7, 2025, at Catoctin High School in Thurmont, are listed below. Many thanks to all the judges, coordinators, performers, and volunteers who led, organized, or contributed to this extraordinary annual community event. Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show Champions & Reserve Champions The following […]
by James Rada, Jr. Thurmont Town Election at the End of October The Town of Thurmont will hold its town election on October 28 from 7 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Guardian Hose Activities Building at 123 East Main Street. The positions of mayor and two commissioners are open. They are currently held by […]
THURMONT Mayor John Kinnaird Here we are at the end of September already! Schools are back in session, and autumn is coming fast. With the changing season will come the nice cooler temperatures, colorful leaves, and fall events. We just celebrated the 69th Annual Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show, and I am looking forward to […]
* Blood on the Badge by James Rada, Jr. is now available at local booksellers and retails for $15.95. In 1827, George Swearingen was a young man with a promising future. He was a member of a prominent family in Washington County, Maryland; he had a pretty young wife and infant daughter; and he was […]
Richard D. L. Fulton Edgar Allan Poe Although Richmond is the place Poe most considered home, Baltimore defines the beginning and the end of his life. ~ “Edgar Allan Poe in Baltimore,” The Edgar Allan Poe Society of Baltimore The United States Postal Service (USPS) issued two stamps commemorating the noteworthy poet and horror writer, […]
Richard D. L. Fulton My wife, who at heart was not a little tinctured with superstition, made frequent allusion to the ancient popular notion, which regarded all black cats as witches in disguise. ~Edgar Allan Poe, “The Black Cat,” 1845. The 17th and 18th centuries were not a very good time to be a witch […]
Alisha Yocum Sweet Thyme Breads & Treats LLC, a new bakery that focuses on providing baked goods using clean ingredients, opened in June at 14410 Argonne Avenue at Fort Ritchie in Cascade. Manager Madison McGrady said the staff sources many of their ingredients from local markets and businesses. “Our products do not contain processed ingredients […]
Woodsboro Bank has announced that President and CEO Steve Heine (pictured right) will retire on December 31, 2025, after more than eight years of leadership. Heine, who joined the bank in 2017, guided it through a period of record growth, with profitability rising each year, and the bank more than doubling in size. He also […]
Emmitsburg New Business and Development Briefs The following are the statuses of new businesses and developments coming to Emmitsburg from the town planner’s report: Federal Stone (Creamery Road, east side of U.S. 15) — An occupancy permit has been issued. Awaiting as-builts. Grand opening is scheduled for October 12, 2025. Creamery Court Extension (Creamery Court) […]
by Richard D. L. Fulton Monocacy Drive-In Theater The Monocacy Drive-in Theater opened on August 24, 1952, and was located on Route 140 (Taneytown-Emmitsburg Road), near Taneytown. The coming of a new drive-in theater was initially announced in the August 26, 1952, edition of The (Frederick) News, which had reported that John G. Miller, owner […]
Alisha Yocum The Town of Thurmont hosted its first-ever Pub Crawl this year, blending fun with fundraising to support breast cancer awareness and research. According to Vickie Grinder, the town’s Economic development manager, the idea was sparked during a casual conversation with Jim Burns of AMVETS Post 7. Burns, along with fellow AMVETS member Christopher […]
A Fight Against Breast Cancer Anne scott This is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and my sister, Jamie Smith, is fighting Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC). This is a very aggressive type of breast cancer. Jamie had no lumps but started with a rash, and in no time, had swelling and redness, causing the breast to look […]
Town of Thurmont Town Planner Kelly Duty (pictured right) has been appointed to the Maryland Coordinated Permitting Review Council (MCPRC). The MCPRC is a state entity established by Governor Wes Moore’s Executive Order in December 2024 to streamline the permitting process for major projects and foster economic growth in Maryland. It achieves this by improving […]
The Fort Ritchie Community Center has announced a new program designed to help teens develop crucial soft skills for the modern workplace through fun and interactive activities. The Teen Leadership Program targets teenagers, ages 13-18, and aims to fill a growing gap by equipping the next generation with essential interpersonal skills needed to succeed. “Employers […]