11: Creating the Game Lou Preston closed the heavy, leather-bound journal, its pages smelling faintly of old paper and cedar. He pressed the heels of his palms into his tired eyes until colors bloomed behind his lids. Pushing himself up from the worn indentation in the couch, he began pacing the small den; the journal […]
by Mitchell Tester, College Student space news For this month’s edition of “Look Up,” I decided it would be fun to cover some recent news in the world of astronomy: a newly discovered type of star and the planet Mars. WD J1330+6435 Stars can appear as many different colors throughout space. These colors are dictated […]
by Tricia Bush, CPA, CFP® Owner, AAA Advisory LLC When you retire, will you want flexibility or certainty? For much of your working life, investing is about growth. You contribute to your retirement accounts, ride out the market’s ups and downs, and give your money time to grow so it can support you in the […]
by Jeff Yocum Take the Bus! I’ve grown cranky in my old age, highly intolerant of crowds and heavy traffic. I was a little reluctant to go along with my wife on a bus tour of historic Frederick. I’ve seen Frederick, although it has been quite a while since I’ve ventured into the heart of […]
by Michele Tester Road Trip! I recently embarked on a girls’ road trip. And this was not just any road trip, mind you. This road trip featured five fabulous dancing queens; a huge log cabin, nestled on expansive rolling hills; a big beaver with a prominent overbite, sporting a red cap; a safari (yes, you […]
Below is a picture of an unnamed young woman at the Western Maryland Railroad Station in Thurmont. The station was a part of daily life in Thurmont, bringing people in and out of town from places like Baltimore and Hagerstown. Using ChatGPT, the original image gets colorized, sharpened, and repaired to let you see history […]
Love and Honor in a Time of War, Part 1 by James Rada, Jr. When Samuel Cormany left Franklin County in 1859, his country was united. He returned to find it split in two and a decision to make that hundreds of thousands of other men had made and were making. With his family barely […]
by Richard D. L. Fulton Richard H. Rosensteel Purple Heart, Bronze Star Recipient Richard H. Rosensteel was born in Emmitsburg on April 1, 1913, to parents Charles and Mary Rosensteel, and had four brothers: William, Ernist, Richard, and Louie, and four sisters: Agnes, Bertha, Mary, and Margaret, according to his 1998 obituary and census records. […]
Want some great food? Come out to Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, located at 26 Apples Church Road in Thurmont, for lunch and dinner every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from 12:00 to 7:00 p.m., with weekly specials Wednesday through Saturday, from noon to 7:00 p.m. Check out the Friday Night Special: Bucket of Domestic Beer […]
Fall is in the air, and it has brought more cold weather than I am ready for. Please check on our Veterans and elderly in your neighborhood to make sure they are doing well. They may need some help with winterizing their homes, getting groceries, etc. The holidays are quickly approaching, and it is going […]
by Dr. Thomas K. Lo, Advanced Chiropractic & Nutritional Healing Center Blood Cleansing Foods, Herbs, and Strategies The health of your blood is critical to your health. Your blood transports oxygen and essential nutrients to all your organs, protects you from infections, supports healing from injuries through clotting, and regulates pH levels, water balance, and […]
by Maxine Troxell If you’re tired of the traditional Green Bean Casserole and looking for an alternative Thanksgiving side dish—or even just a lighter fall side dish—this is your ticket. Brussels sprouts and butternut squash can pretty much be served pretty plain. They just get better and better when roasted and develop a really great […]
Fall Into Healthy Eating Soft Fluffy Flavorful The Best Healthy Pumpkin Bread What You’ll Need 1¾ cups white whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup whole milk greek yogurt ¼ cup olive oil 1½ cups pumpkin puree ½ cup maple syrup (not pancake syrup) 2 […]
by James Rada, Jr. *Note: Newspaper excerpts are as they appeared in their respective issues. November 1926, 100 Years Ago Apple Show At Thurmont Today Interest is being shown throughout Thurmont and surrounding districts in the community apple show to be held in the Central Trust Company at Thurmont, Friday and Saturday, under the auspices […]
by Tara Miller As we head into November, the Thurmont Senior Center has plenty of activities, opportunities to connect with friends, and delicious lunches planned to keep everyone busy throughout the month. From creative crafts and exercise classes to games, special events, and our annual Thanksgiving luncheon, there is something for everyone to enjoy! Our […]
BY Courtney Alcon Fall is in full swing at the Emmitsburg Senior Center! This season, we’re all about gathering together—there are tons of trips to take, meals to share, and new experiences to try with friends and neighbors. Our Lunch Bunch has expanded to meet on both Mondays and Thursdays every week. November’s menu features […]
May 17, 1968 – October 4, 2026 Robin Lynn Willard, 58, of Sabillasville, MD, passed away peacefully at home on October 4, 2026, surrounded by loving family. Robin was born on May 17, 1968, in Frederick, Maryland, to the late Mark Anthony Eyler and Margaret Alice Eyler. Robin had a heart unlike any other. She […]
By Alisha Yocum Sixty years and three generations later, Catoctin Wildlife Preserve (CWP) is still sharing a love of animals with the community. Richard and Mary Anne Hahn first purchased the property at 13019 Catoctin Furnace Road in Thurmont in March 1966. The three-acre property was purchased from the widow of Gordon Gaver, who owned […]
by Richard D. L. Fulton The boundaries which divide Life from Death are at best shadowy and vague. Who shall say where the one ends, and where the other begins? – Edgar Allen Poe Ghost and spirit stories and ghostly hauntings are as old as civilization itself, with virtually every culture on Earth having stories […]
ThurmontMayor John Kinnaird Here we are heading into October. Where has the year gone? School is back in session, Labor Day has passed, cooler days are here, and the leaves will soon be changing. One of the best things about living in this area is the experience of enjoying four distinctive seasons and the wonderful […]
by James Rada, Jr. Thurmont Flood Mitigation Project Approved The Thurmont Mayor and Commissioners voted to approve funding for the Emmitsburg Road Flood Mitigation Project. The project will see the installation of two stormwater management facilities and a large culvert under Emmitsburg Road. The town had applied for a grant through the Maryland Water Infrastructure […]
Seton Center’s Helping Hands Holidays program helps struggling families celebrate the holidays with a little less worry. The holiday season is often filled with family gatherings, shared meals, gifts, and traditions. But for families struggling to meet their basic needs, the added expenses of Thanksgiving and Christmas can make what should be a joyful season […]
By James Rada Jr. Catoctin Mountain is now the setting for a fantasy novel by first-time author Lindsey Campbell. Catoctin Mountain Fever is a story of a healer woman, Airmed, who lives in the mountains above Thurmont, who gives much to the community but is also feared and ostracized. She has a variety of animal […]
Chele’s Pickby Michele Tester My Husband’s Wife | by Alice Feeney | psychological thriller novel I love psychological thriller novels, and this one did not disappoint. It had me guessing the whole time, with lots of twists and turns. I am usually very good at predicting the ending twist in the books I read; however, […]
RelaYed by Becky Royer Smith, Submitted by Joan Bittner Fry If you’ve ever used Route 550 from Thurmont to Sabillasville, you probably became familiar with seeing Rowdy, the donkey. Rowdy was owned by Jim Royer, who lives just outside Sabillasville. He was a farmer for many years along with his father, Paul, who lived on […]