Emmitsburg New Business and Development BriefsThe 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. Awaiting framing, ceiling, and building insulation inspections. Provided information permit information regarding signage. Provided notice regarding water usage and billing. […]
ALISHA YOCUM While the holidays bring joy to many families, they can also create financial stress for others during this time. Seton Center Executive Director Deb Bisenieks said that this is the first year that they have served a hot meal as part of their Helping Hands program. In the past, the organization has simply […]
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird — January 8 Mayor John Kinnaird is a mainstay of Thurmont, for sure, but there were mayors before him. An excellent resource for finding pictures of previous Thurmont mayors and other Thurmont history is the “The Robert S. Kinnaird Collection of Historic Thurmont Photographs.” Among these photographs is Mayor Charles Andrew […]
Harriet Chapel, Catoctin Episcopal Parish was pleased to receive a grant of $20,000 from the Delaplaine Foundation to upgrade the internet capability in the historic church. Pictured from left are Delaplaine Foundation President Marlene Young; Harriet Chapel members, Elizabeth Shatto and Kathryn Hauser; and Delaplaine Foundation Board Member Phil Hammond.
Throughout the year, Thurmont Lions Club members receive recognition for their dedication and service to others. Some members go above and beyond to give their service. During the evening of the Thurmont Lions Club’s 95th Charter Night Anniversary, several members were recognized by receiving awards. For more information about the Thurmont Lions Club, visit their […]
Alisha Yocum . Christmas lights lined the entrance to a private event held by Thurmont Lions Club Members, Doug Favorite and Don Keeney, Jr. The lights were sure to put anyone in a festive spirit as they entered their personal residence with a display of over 100 Christmas trees. Themed trees filled each room, from […]
The Thurmont Lions Club hosted a Christmas Cookie Contest on December 13, 2024, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Thurmont. There were 25 adult entries and 7 children entries. Judging was based on appearance, texture, taste, creativity, and Christmas spirit. All proceeds went to local charities. Children’s Category Winners 1st Prize — Emma Santos […]
Richard D. L. Fulton For hundreds of millions of years, the parade of life that existed beneath the oceans that covered the Mason-Dixon Line to the mountain ranges that rose from beneath them, often seemed like something out of an Edgard Rice Burroughs’ novel with a little Dr. Seuss thrown in from time to time. […]
One month after announcing the country’s second Division I flag football program, Mount St. Mary’s has hired Sandi James (pictured right) to serve as the team’s first-ever head coach. “I am super excited to make HERstory as the first Head Women’s Flag Football coach in Mount St. Mary’s history,” James said. “My goal is to […]
with Michael Betteridge Confession Is Good for the Soul Traditionally in this column, I’ve always reserved January as a time to look back at the last year, to take stock of the new year, and to make some bold predictions. Let’s take that journey together again. For the past several months in this column, I […]
SES Welcomes NASA’s “Moon” Tree In 2022, Artemis I launched as part of a series of missions by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), which will enable human exploration on the Moon and possibly future missions to Mars. Recently, students at Sabillasville Environmental School (SES) were the recipients of a “Moon” tree, whose seeds […]
Eighth-grade students at Sabillasville Environmental School (SES) recently collaborated with the Thurmont Lions Club to start a Leo Club, allowing the Lions Club members an opportunity to mentor and empower young leaders while fostering a commitment to community service. The students, along with the help of their teacher, Mrs. Kate Best, planned, created flyers, and […]
by Daniel Hoyle, CHS Student Writer As you may have heard, FCPS has decided to remove students’ ability to connect to the school wi-fi network on their devices (non-FCPS-issued computers and phones). This comes after a myriad of controversial I.T. decisions, including disallowing students from connecting personal devices who used a VPN (virtual private network) […]
A serial fiction story for your enjoyment written by James Rada, Jr. THE CLASS OF ‘16 1: The Reunion As the morning light filtered through the curtains of his hotel room, Brian Peyton slowly stirred awake. He groaned, his head pounding from the excess of whiskey he had consumed the night before. With a heavy […]
Life with a white dwarf star by Mitchell Tester, College Student As we know it, our solar system is currently the only harborer of life. But there is a possibility other solar systems in galaxies far away have the potential for life. Galaxies light years away…so far away, we could never even reach them in […]
by Tricia Bush, CPA, CFP®, Partner, Bestgate Advisors The new year is here, and for many of us, it’s a time for fresh starts and new opportunities. While some people might focus on fitness or hobbies, there’s another area that can have a huge impact on your life: your finances. Don’t worry, setting financial goals […]
James Rada, Jr. Note: Newspaper excerpts are as they appeared in their respective issues. January 1925, 100 Years Ago Emmitsburg Community Show Held on Thursday The annual Emmitsburg Community Show will be held all day Thursday and at night in the Emmitsburg High School and will be featured by large displays of grain, potatoes and […]
Brother vs. Brother Leads to Death by James Rada When Cain slew his brother, Abel, it was over who was more beloved by God. When Samuel Shockey killed his brother, Jacob, it was over who a young woman named Iva Wills loved more. Iva was Jacob’s common-law wife or girlfriend, depending on who you asked. […]
Maxine Troxell Winter is officially here. What is more comforting on a cold, winter day then slippery potpie? My mom used to make it with cooked chicken or ham. Either way, it’s delicious! Slippery pot pie is a combination of cooked chicken or ham, pastry squares, and vegetables. A traditional favorite in the Pennsylvania Dutch […]
by Buck Reed . New Year’s Resolution in the Kitchen A new year means a new beginning for some of us. The rest of us tend to meander along doing the same thing we did last year. How many times have we made resolutions that have us bettering ourselves or promising ourselves to try new […]
Ingredients¾ cup whole-wheat flour ¾ cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda ¼ tsp. ground nutmeg ¼ tsp. salt 1 cup crunchy natural peanut butter ¾ cup pure maple syrup Directions Position racks in top third and lower third of oven; preheat to 350°F. Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper. Whisk whole-wheat […]
S1c John Franklin Knott Buried at Sea John Franklin Knott was born in Thurmont on April 24, 1913, to parents Charles and Sarah C. Knott. He had a brother, Raymond H. Knott, and a sister, Katherine C Knott. John Franklin Knott was the youngest of the siblings. During or before 1940, Knott married Mary Elizabeth […]
Wow, what a great Breakfast with Santa event! Lots of children—young and not so young—were able to enjoy a nice buffet of food, crafting, and, of course, visiting with Santa and one of his very helpful elves! We would like to thank all the patrons and volunteers who helped make this a very successful event […]
New Year’s greetings from AMVETS Post 7. We hope everyone had a happy holiday. The AMVETS Post 7 is gradually making some upgrades, including new signage, new business pamphlets, and rewaxing the floors. There are many not-to-be-missed events coming up. The Ladies Auxiliary is planning a Valentine’s Dinner/Dance on February 14. The Squadron has a Catfish/Fried Chicken […]
Jeff Yocum Prologue Observations from the Woodpile” is a collection of essays bundled together and given as a birthday present for my wife, Nancy, in 1997. Twenty-seven years have passed since the collection was given. The two main subjects of the essays, my sons Justus and Jacob, have grown into men with families of their […]