J&B Real Estate, Inc. is growing and is excited and honored to announce that the Little-Moore Team has decided to join J&B Real Estate, Inc. Tony and Jane bring many years of Real Estate expertise to the table, along with their Realtor team members Cinnamon Smith and Buck Wivell, and are a welcome addition to […]
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) — Under construction. Seton Village — The county is reviewing the subdivision plats. MSMU School of Health Professions (South Seton Avenue) — […]
Jennifer Joy The vibrant community of Emmitsburg is uniting to extend a helping hand to its residents. Beginning on March 12, the Neighborhood Meals Initiative will generously offer a complimentary sit-down dinner at the VHC Activities Building, located on Creamery Road in Emmitsburg. This event will take place every second Wednesday of the month, from […]
Alisha Yocum Robert “Bob” Black (pictured right), owner of Catoctin Mountain Orchard, was recently honored with the International Fruit Tree Association (IFTA) Hall of Fame Award at their 68th Annual Conference in Rochester, New York. The organization of 450 members honored Black with this award. “Bob exemplifies the dedication and passion that define this honor. […]
Starting in 2025, Rev. Marti Steiner Unger was called as Harriet Chapel’s new priest-in-charge. Rev. Marti received her BA in Education from Glenville State University and her theological certificate from Seminary of the Southwest through the Iona Collaborative. She previously served as a supply priest at Grace Episcopal Church in Middleway, West Virginia; St. Phillips […]
Submitted by Joan Bittner Fry Article from Good Dog Paws We are incredibly grateful to Butch Wilhide, a true champion of our service dog program, Operation Save-A-Vet, Save-A-Pet, which supports Veterans with service-connected disabilities by providing them with highly trained service dogs, which can greatly improve their quality of life. Over the past eight years, […]
The Thurmont Food Bank (TFB) does not have a paid staff. Everyone who works at the food bank is a volunteer. Most of the volunteers are senior citizens, but there are volunteers ranging from 16 to 80-plus years of age. The food is not all given by the government. Approximately 40 percent of the food […]
Meet Attorney Michele Rosenfeld, Interviewed by Laura Apelbaum* On Behalf of the Committee to Protect Our Mountain Geraldine Otremba, Cascade Resident, on Behalf of the Committee to Protect Our Mountain Concerned residents of Cascade have been fighting the granting of a special exception that would allow the building of a Dollar General Market directly across […]
Alisha Yocum Robert “Bob” Valentine was recently recognized as the 2025 Contemporary Guest of Honor at the Maryland Dairy Shrine Annual Banquet and Meeting in February. Valentine was one of four recipients recognized as a dairy leader who has made outstanding accomplishments and significant contributions to the dairy industry. Valentine is a third-generation Ayrshire breeder, […]
By Alisha Yocum Brenda Gonder Brenda Gonder of Thurmont has a gift for bringing smiles and comfort to everyone she meets. Affectionately known as the “Queen of Weis,” many recognize her as the friendly face greeting them at the self-checkout at Weis Markets in Thurmont. For 18 years, Gonder has gone beyond her role, brightening […]
While Frederick County is still the largest county by land area in Maryland, it used to be even larger. It comprised present-day Montgomery, Washington, Allegany, Garrett, part of Carroll, and Frederick counties. In 1776, Montgomery County formed from Frederick’s southern portion, and Washington County formed from the western end of Frederick County. Then, in 1837, […]
Catoctin Colorfest Inc. gave a generous donation toward the Thurmont Downtown Flag Replacement Program and to assist with funding for the lighting project for the flagpole in Community Park. Catoctin Colorfest, Inc. President Carol Robertson presents the donation to CAO Jim Humerick.
Lion Ruth Heaney Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on February 2, but that will not stop the Thurmont Lions Club from giving everyone a lucky second chance! Guardian Hose Company Fire Chief Charlie Brown and Assistant Fire Chief Chris Kinnaird are rescheduled as our speakers on Wednesday, March 12, at 6:30 PM in St. John’s […]
Kiley Rae Little, Reporter, Lewistown Mountain View 4-H Club Lewistown Mountain View 4-H Club is the oldest 4-H club in Frederick County that continues to grow and add diversity with its members projects. On January 28, 2025, the club held its first meeting of new year. During this meeting, the club installed its new officer […]
Members of the Sabillasville Environmental School Student Government Association (SES SGA) traveled to Annapolis on February 19 to join thousands of charter school students from across the state for Charter School Advocacy Day. The event was organized by the non-profit Maryland Alliance for Public Charter Schools, with a goal of ensuring that elected representatives understand […]
Around 100 students at Catoctin High School and Thurmont Middle School participated in the Maryland State Police Polar Plunge in January. Together, the group raised over $12,000 and jumped into the icy waters of the Chesapeake Bay, all in support of the Special Olympics Maryland.
Thurmont Grange No. 409 is offering two scholarships to any 2025 Catoctin High School graduating senior who will be attending a technical or trade school, a community college, or a four-year college. You do not need to be a Grange member to apply. Applicants are required to submit one letter of recommendation, an essay about […]
Sabillasville Environmental School (SES) is a public charter school that is open and free for all Frederick County residents. The school uses classical curriculum, with a focus on agriculture and environmental science. Each year, the school holds a lottery for open seats for the upcoming school year. If you have a child entering grades K-8th […]
Ryan Tokar, CYA Basketball CYA Basketball held its annual Shoot-a-thon fundraiser on Sunday, February 2. This is the largest annual fundraiser for our program and proceeds go towards necessities like gym rentals, uniforms, equipment, paid officials, and league fees. As is the case every year, our amazing community came out in support of the program […]
With Michael Betteridge A Tree Has Roots When I was young, I discovered a book in my Grandma’s attic one day, entitled The Bellows Genealogy – John Bellows the Boy Emigrant of 1635 and His Descendants. As I read through the tattered yellow pages of the book, I began to see names that I recognized: […]
Two Catoctin Youth Association wrestlers, Jackson Wivell and Willie Fletcher, competed in the Maryland State Wrestling Association State Championship in Salisbury, Maryland. They both placed fourth in their weight class amongst other competitors across the state.“We couldn’t be more proud of their accomplishments!” –CYA Wrestling.
Catoctin Girls Basketball Lady Cougars defeated Williamsport 43-39 to win the CMC Championship on Tuesday, February 25. The win improves their record to 17-6 on the season heading into the playoffs. Cougars came out running in the first quarter, pulling ahead for a 15-10 lead. In the second quarter, they had some foul trouble and […]
Catoctin High School (CHS) Sports Boosters is a parent-based organization that provides support for all CHS athletes, sports teams, and coaches. The Sports Boosters program is needed to cover the additional expenses not covered by the very limited Athletic Department budget. They raise money through fundraisers, concession sales, sponsorship, and membership. All of the money […]
March 1925, 100 Years Ago Buy Thurmont Hotel The new Thurmont Hotel, of which Mrs. Evelyn Weiss was proprietor, has been sold to Leon B. Ramsdell and Robert H. Duff, both of whom are connected with the Opera House and Empire theatres. Possession will be given on Saturday at noon. The consideration is private. The […]
A serial fiction story for your enjoyment written by James Rada, Jr. THE CLASS OF ‘16 4: Second to Fall Will VanSant pulled into the parking lot of the Sleep Inn & Suites in Emmitsburg with a heavy heart, the warming morning air punctuating the stark reality before him. Tucked amid half a dozen unoccupied […]