by Michele Tester Observer OR Participant? Are you an observer or a participant? The psychology of observers versus participants has always fascinated me. On the surface, you would think that these two personality types would resemble the introvert versus extrovert personality types. However, although they share common characteristics, observers versus participants do not directly equate […]
by Richard D. L. Fulton Kenneth P. Anders Battle of the Hedgerows Kenneth P. Anders was born on February 28, 1922, in Rocky Ridge, Maryland, to parents Grayson Howard and Grace Emma Brown Anders, and had two sisters, Zelda (who only survived one year) and Beatrice, and three brothers, Atlee, Wade. and Kermit. Grayson Anders’ […]
Thank goodness spring has finally arrived! The spring flowers are in full bloom and beautifying this wonderful world. I am sure that after all that snow, we have plenty of yard work that needs done. Don’t forget to check on the elderly, Veterans, and any Active Duty families in your neighborhood to see if they […]
Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, located 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 the advertisement on page 53. Mark […]
James Rada, Jr. April 1926, 100 Years Ago DETOUR A number of folks of this place are having their houses wired for electric lights. – The Carroll Record, April 2, 1926 HARNEY On last Sunday, the Haines family moved from this place to Bristol, Pa. We are informed that it is a town of […]
I use my basic rich, hot rolls recipe to make these rolls. This recipe is so versatile that you can use it for all kinds of rolls, sweet or savory. The Rich Hot Rolls recipe came from one of the Farm Journal recipe books. This recipe will make 18 rolls. These are popular at bake […]
by Buck Reed Ramen: How to Order in a Noodle Shop Japanese raw fish dishes known as sushi have been firmly entrenched in the American food service industry. Learning the Japanese terms for ordering in a Sushi restaurant is almost a part of our own language at this point. Given that Ramen has not only […]
by Dr. Thomas K. Lo, Advanced Chiropractic & Nutritional Healing Center The Benefits of protein and how much you need Protein is often called the “building block” of life. It repairs tissues, supports immune defense, regulates metabolism, and helps you age gracefully; it is involved with almost every corner of your health. The Benefits of […]
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 Tara Miller The flowers are coming up, the robins are back, and the spring peepers are singing in the evenings, and things at the Thurmont Senior Center are just as lively. As we turn the page to April, we look back on a wonderful March and look ahead to an even more exciting month […]
BY Caitlyn Kirby It’s springtime here at the Emmitsburg 50+ Center, and there is something for everyone in April. For the crafty folks out there, on April 8 at 11:00 a.m., we are upcycling cards into bookmarks to either keep or give away. Also, our art teacher, Dorothea Barrick, returns on April 21 to teach […]
Bob Jester Captures First Place Alisha Yocum When The Catoctin Banner announced its 1st Annual Photography Contest, celebrating local landscapes, the response from the community was overwhelming. We published the top ten finalists in the February issue and left it up to you—our readers—to determine the winner. One image rose above the rest: a stunning […]
by Richard D. L. Fulton “Wherever he saw a hole, he always wanted to know the depth of it. To him this was important.” ~Jules Verne, Journey to the Center of the Earth For over a million years, and even in modern times, caves and caverns have often provided humans with places to live, to […]
by James Rada, Jr. Thurmont Charter Review Committee Established The Thurmont Mayor and Commissioners passed a resolution to establish a charter review committee, which will review the current town charter and make recommendations to the mayor and commissioners of suggested changes by September 1, 2027. The mayor and commissioners also approved the following residents to […]
ThurmontMayor John Kinnaird Thurmont will be celebrating its 275th Anniversary this year, having first been settled in 1751 by families of Pennsylvania-German descent. The settlement grew into a successful community of small businesses dependent on Hunting Creek to power mills and machinery. The town was initially known as Mechanicstown due to the number of manufacturers. […]
Friendship Airport Dedication Richard D. L. Fulton A special cover was issued, commemorating the dedication in recognition of the opening of the Friendship International Airport, which had been located nine miles south of Baltimore in Anne Arundel County, on June 24, 1950. Celebratory covers, such as the Friendship International Airport cover, were not printed by […]
The Let Them Theory | by Mel Robbins | published in 2024| Self-help My book pick for this month is The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins. I have not featured a self-help book yet, so I thought it was time. To be honest, I’m not usually a big fan of self-help books. Can they […]
By Ronald Aruldass, Marketing & Volunteering Manager at Seton Center In Northern Frederick County, Maryland, and Southern Adams County, Pennsylvania, many families face daily challenges that can feel overwhelming—from putting food on the table to managing unexpected financial emergencies. Seton Center, a nonprofit organization based in Emmitsburg, is dedicated to providing hope, support, and essential […]
Alisha Yocum Sara Kep, owner of Sara Kep’s Kitchen in Thurmont, saw her dream come true after starring in the “Farm to Skillet” segment of Maryland Farm & Harvest. The show, which airs on PBS, has reached more than 19 million viewers since its debut in 2013 and showcases agriculture-related stories from across the state. […]
Alisha Yocum Midnight Hour Tattoo, owned by Shawn LaFramboise (pictured right), has opened its doors in downtown Thurmont at 113 East Main Street, offering custom tattoo work in a studio that feels more like an art gallery than a traditional shop. LaFramboise relocated to Maryland from Maine in mid-2025, and he chose Thurmont as the […]
Meritus has a new option for when you need to visit a health care professional in the evening, but don’t necessarily need the Emergency Department. Meritus Fast Lane Care is open from 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. in Suite 147 of the Robinwood Professional Center, located at 11110 Medical Campus Road in Hagerstown. Staffed by […]
by Richard D. L. Fulton Boyle’s Store Boyle’s Store, also known as the B. H. Boyle Store and as the B.H. Boyle and Sons, opened in Emmitsburg in 1933 in an empty 25-foot by 16-foot storeroom, located at 304 East Main Street, that had been vacant for 20 years, according to a June 6, 1946, […]
The following are the statuses of new businesses and development coming to Thurmont from the town planner’s report: Subdivisions: Hammaker Hill, Phase 2 (Westview Drive) — 22 single family lots in R-2; Under construction. No remaining lots. Mechanicstown, LLC (Emmitsburg Road) — Final Plat conditionally approved for 31 single family lots in R-2/ ARP. Mountain […]
James Rada, Jr. On March 2, Emmitsburg Mayor Frank Davis will be homeless… for a day. For the second year, Davis will be staying outside from 8:00 a.m. on Monday, March 2, to 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3. It is part of a special project he started last year called “Spend a Day in […]
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering free tree seedlings to landowners across the state through its Backyard Buffers program. The initiative is available to residents who have a creek, stream, drainage ditch, or other waterway on or near their property and aims to improve water quality while supporting local wildlife. Each “buffer […]