The First Emmitsburgian to fall in WWI by James Rada, Jr. The United States entered World War I when Congress declared war against Germany in April 1917. At that point, the fighting in Europe had been going on for nearly three years. The Weekly Chronicle ran editorials supporting the U.S.’s involvement, and also began running […]
Sons of AMVETS Squadron 7 “Golden Son Awards” by Jim Houck, Jr. Friday, July 14, 2017, 6:00 p.m., AMVETS Post 7, Thurmont, was the date, time, and place set to hold the annual “Golden Son Awards” program. I, being the public relations officer for I don’t remember how many years now, was there to take […]
by Buck Reed It is not enough to call a plate of barbequed ribs “que.” It is no longer hip to call appetizers simply “Hors D’oeuvres” it is now “Tapas,” “Meze,” or “Antipasto,” and sometimes, two of these terms at the same time, but never all three. Menus are no longer written by chefs; they […]
James Rada, Jr. Rain the night before gave way to sun and heat for the annual Emmitsburg Community Heritage Day on June 24, 2017. Events took place throughout the day, beginning with the Vigilant Hose Company’s breakfast that started at 6:00 a.m. and ending with the last boom of the fireworks around 9:45 p.m. During […]
On June 14, 2017, a Flag Day Ceremony at Thurmont’s Memorial Park was hosted by the communities of Emmitsburg and Thurmont, with the support of Thurmont American Legion Post 168, Emmitsburg American Legion Post 121, Thurmont Amvets Post 7, and Emmitsburg VFW Post 6658. Area Boy Scouts, Girls Scouts, Cub Scouts, Brownies, and Venture Crew […]
James Rada, Jr. While the cost of solar energy from Emmitsburg’s two solar farms cost more than power purchased from First Energy, the cost of using solar is so much less that it created a savings of $72,000 for the Town of Emmitsburg last year. Questions have been raised in town meetings and in print […]
JUNE 2017 Emmitsburg FY2018 Budget Approved The Emmitsburg Commissioners approved a $3.3 million budget for Fiscal Year 2018, with no increase in the property tax rate. The new budget includes $1,743,959 in the general fund, which is about a $55,000 increase over FY2017. Property tax rates have not increased since 2005. The water fund has […]
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird I am writing from the Maryland Municipal League Annual Summer Conference in Ocean City. This is my eighth time at the summer conference, and it looks like this trip will be as exciting and informative as all the others. The four days are filled with meetings, discussion groups, and classes, all […]
Deb Spalding Husband and wife duo, Sharon and Russ Rowland of Woodsboro operate two glass businesses out of the former CVS store space in the Thurmont Plaza on North Church Street in Thurmont. Sharon operates Art In Glass and Russ operates Rowland Glass Studios. The couple moved the businesses into the space from Frederick in […]
The Town of Thurmont and the Catoctin Area Civitan Club hosted a dedication of the East End Park Inclusive Playground on Saturday, June 17, 2017. Community members, club members, and town and county representatives gathered at the playground, where Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird gave a welcome and announced the completion of Phase I of the […]
The Optimist Club of Frederick held its eighth annual Fish with a Cop program on Saturday, June 3, 2017, at the Camp Airy pond in Thurmont. There were twenty-seven boys and girls from across Frederick County who took part in the program. Officers from the Sheriff’s Department, Maryland State, Frederick City, Brunswick, Thurmont, and the […]
James Rada, Jr. Emmitsburg citizens and businesses are planning on participating in Recovery Awareness Week, September 11-16, 2017, to call attention to the drug problem in Frederick County. “In Frederick County, there are drug overdoses every day,” Emmitsburg Mayor Don Briggs said during a business appreciation breakfast in May. A variety of events and activities […]
Take a look at the photo below. It shows Emmitsburg’s very own money that was created by the Corporation of Emmitsburg in 1840 in order to purchase items within the town. Ernie Gelwicks of Emmitsburg shared the currency that he’s been collecting for several years. Shown below is a 50 cent note, a six and […]
The much-anticipated annual Vigilant Hose Company Spring Fling was held on Saturday, June 10, 2017, on the grounds of Mount St. Mary’s University. The event featured live music, food, tip jars, games, and prizes. “Our annual Spring Fling was a great success. The weather cooperated, and we hope everyone had a great time again this […]
Deb Spalding Accompanied by various friends and family members along the way, Roger Martin of Thurmont completed a 330-mile bicycle ride, from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Washington, D.C., along the Great Allegheny Passage and C&O Canal, to raise funds in support of mental health awareness and suicide prevention. This ride, and accompanying fundraising campaign, were in […]
James Rada, Jr. Families can pass along many traits through the generations. Eye color, facial structure, even a propensity to bear twins. Unfortunately, they can also pass along diseases. Sue Clabaugh’s family has been in the Thurmont area for hundreds of years. One line of her family tree goes back to John Jost of Wittgenstein, […]
Vigilant Hose Company Member Elyssa Cool was awarded the prestigious Silver Spring Fire Prevention Trophy on June 20, 2017, during the 125th Anniversary Conference and Convention of the Maryland State Firemen’s Association in Ocean City. The award is the highest fire/rescue prevention-related recognition in the State of Maryland and is presented each year at the […]
Update: Susan Torborg Have you ever fallen for the hype of a weight loss plan and then you buy it and it does nothing for you? Your money blown for no results! For some, this happens time and time again. We’re left wondering if there are any TRUE and affordable options to help navigate us […]
by Theresa Dardanell Frederick County Fire & Rescue Museum I’ve visited the Frederick County Fire and Rescue Museum twice this year because once was just not enough. There is so much to discover, not only about the equipment, apparatus, and artifacts, but more importantly, about the people who have dedicated their lives to protecting the […]
by Anita DiGregory Summer Family Fun Well, summer is finally upon us. If your kids are anything like mine, they may already be climbing the walls (literally), looking for things to do with their newly acquired free time. Although many kids look forward to summer break all year, parents may feel the added stress of […]
Theresa Dardanell Thurmont High School alumni, along with spouses and guests, gathered together on June 3, 2017, at the Lewistown Fire Hall for their annual banquet. Over 220 people enjoyed a delicious turkey and fried shrimp dinner, served by the Lewistown Volunteer Fire Company. Alumni Association President Don Dougherty (class of 1969) began with a […]
The Board of Trustees of Mount St. Mary’s University announced the permanent appointment of Timothy Trainor, Ph.D., as president of the university. Trainor, who has been serving in an interim capacity over the past year, was the unanimous selection of both the Board of Trustees and the cross-campus Selection Committee. “Since his appointment last summer, […]
by Lisa C. Cantwell Dear Reader: This is a column to help you determine the history and value of your heirlooms, attic finds, flea market purchases, or antique items. Please send a picture and description of your piece, such as how you acquired it and any details about its history, to tomandlisa@wildblue.net. I’ll research any […]
The 61st annual Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show will be held at Catoctin High School, located at 14745 Sabillasville Road in Thurmont, on September 8-10, 2017. Entry of exhibits will take place on Thursday evening, September 7, from 6:00-9:00 p.m., and on Friday, September 8, from 8:30-11:30 a.m., in the new gymnasium and in the […]
Memory Lapse by Valerie Nusbaum I woke up this morning with the day’s agenda already in my head. My plan was to get in at least two miles on the treadmill, do some ironing, clean out the cabinets in my office, then clean myself up and meet Randy at his parents’ house at 2:30 p.m. […]