Thurmont Town Issues Water Notice The Town of Thurmont sent a health-advisory notice to residents on town water that the Maryland Department had detected elevated levels of PFOS/PFOA in water samples MDE tested. Although residents did not need to take corrective action, the notice did advise that people with “a severely compromised immune system, have […]
James Rada, Jr. The new Emmitsburg Rutter’s at 10201 Taneytown Pike opened near the end of January. It has 8,200 square feet of space, with 14 gasoline fuel pumps and 5 high-speed diesel fuel pumps for commercial vehicles. The site was also designed with plenty of area for tractor trailers to park, so the drivers […]
The following are the status of new businesses and development coming to Emmitsburg from the town planner’s report: Federal Stone — The Federal Stone company is proposing changes to its previously approved preliminary site plan at Creamery Court to reflect a proposed new building format and footprint and related changes to the site. This was […]
The following are the status of new businesses and development coming to Thurmont: Subdivisions: Hobb’s Division — Two approved building lots in Mixed-Use Village 1 listed for sale. Hammaker Hills, Phase 1 — 37 single-family dwelling lots in R-2 zoning district. One lot occupied. Two homes are under construction. Four lots with permits issued. Hammaker […]
The Thurmont Lions Club (TLC) annually recognizes the Thurmont Police Department for National Law Enforcement Day. On January 9, 2023, Lion Debbie Schray (pictured third from left) did a “fill the table” event. She provided drinks, snacks, and goodies in honor of the policemen to enjoy throughout the day. Being a police officer is a […]
On January 17, 2023, Doug Favorite received a prestigious award. A representative from ESGR, Department of Defense, presented the award to Doug Favorite for supporting his staff while serving in the military. It was noted that less than five percent of all employers nominated for this award actually receive the award.
A spokesperson for the St. Andrews Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral and Humanitarian Center spoke at the Thurmont Lions Club meeting in February. St. Andrews volunteer, Olena “Len” Poole, gave the presentation and explained the need for personal items, clothing, and financial donations on the ground in Ukraine. Len’s brothers are fighting the front lines there, and […]
At the Potomac District Ruritan Convention, on behalf of the Lewistown Ruritan Club, Loberta Staley accepted the Gold Award given for the Potomac District Ruritan Community Service. This award is given to motivate individuals and clubs to higher levels of achievement and to recognize and reward those that have accomplished outstanding results. The Lewistown Ruritan […]
The Lewistown Ruritan Club welcomed three new members at the February 6 meeting. The Lewistown Ruritan Club is proud to be an organization of positive people doing positive things in our community The Club meets monthly at 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Lewistown United Methodist Church. New members are […]
Members of Catoctin High School National Art Honor Society have spent countless hours working to perfect a painting that will be hung in the FCPS Learning Leadership Center in Walkersville. Each high school was given the challenge to create a painting that represents their school community. The artwork will be displayed at the center in […]
Mayor Don Briggs and Ukrainian children who have lost fathers. They attended the U.S. Ukrainian National Prayer Breakfast at the Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C. on Friday, February 3, 2023. Mayor Don Briggs and Ukrainian Ambassador to U.S., Oksana Serhiyivna Markarova. Mayor Don Briggs and Yurii Bezpiatko, a member of Emmitsburg’s sister city Lutsk Council.
written by James Rada, Jr A serial fiction story for your enjoyment 5: Thomas or George? Jessica Weikert might think Thomas Hamilton was a hobo who had jumped off the Western Maryland Railroad train as it passed through Thurmont, but she had to admit he was a good worker on her family’s farm. He hadn’t […]
Ryan Tokar, CYA Basketball March has arrived, and that can only mean one thing: Another season of Thurmont Little League (TLL) is already underway. The registration period for our baseball and softball programs closed on February 11, with over 300 registered players. Evaluations for the Majors and Minors divisions took place on Sunday, February 12 […]
Aaron Meekins There are two words that every athlete would love to have next to their name: State Champion. For youth wrestlers, the path to being a state champion starts at the Maryland State Wrestling Association (MSWA) Qualifier. There are four qualifiers around the state based on geographical area. On February 12, three wrestlers from […]
The Catoctin-Aires, a 501(c)3 organization, will host Twirling Corps and 2023 Parade Corps Performing Color Guard classes for free at the Emmitsburg Community Building Gym in March. Twirling Corps is geared for the beginner student, aged five and older, who is new to baton twirling. Parade Corps is geared for the beginner color guard, student […]
Ryan Tokar, CYA Basketball On Sunday, February 5, Catoctin Youth Association (CYA) Basketball held its annual Shoot-a-thon fundraiser. This is the largest annual fundraiser for our program, and proceeds go toward necessities like gym rentals, uniforms, equipment, paid officials, and league fees. With registration numbers up this year now that the majority of COVID-19 restrictions […]
with Michael Betteridge “How Do We Measure Success?” What has been the most successful team in Catoctin Cougars’ history? Was it the 1986 football team, or that amazing 2009 football team, or the 2019 football team winning it all over again a decade later in Coach Doug Williams’ last game? Perhaps, it was the 2013-14 […]
The Mount Saint Mary’s University’s (MSMU) women’s bowling team finished fourth in the James Brown Invitational, held at the AMF Towson Lanes on February 11-12. According to the Mount, the women’s team, the Mountaineers, lost a shot at winning a spot in the invitational match. The Mount reported that, “A pair of nail-biting bracket losses […]
by James Rada, Jr. March 1923, 100 Years Ago Chloroform Destroyed About 1000 cans of chloroform, seized by Federal agents because it was below standard, were destroyed Saturday by deputies from the office of W. W. Stockman, United States Marshal. The chloroform was said to be valued at approximately $10,000. The cans were taken to […]
We’re On A Mission by Valerie Nusbaum Randy and I are on a mission to change breakfast for the better. In truth, it was my suggestion, and he’s just along for the ride because he’s fine with breakfast the way it is. I, however, believe that both of us could benefit from some changes. My […]
Frederick County’s Golden Immigrants by James Rada, Jr. Note: This is part two of a series about goldfish farming in Frederick County. The first record of a goldfish farmer in Frederick County is Charles J. Ramsburg. He was born and raised in Lewistown, but he attended college at Eaton and Burnett’s Business College in Baltimore. […]
“Helping You Find Plants That Work” by Ana Morlier ENCHANTING TERRARIUMS Good day, readers! How has your indoor plant adventuring gone since last month? While conditions outside are constantly fluctuating, now is a great time to experiment with indoor plants, both as decor and practicality (being a great boost to mental health). Discovering indoor plant […]
by Buck Reed Mexican Cuisines Mexican cuisine is regional. No one would think that New Orleans prepares their beans the same way they would in Boston. And nobody does beans like California. That being said, we have to look at Mexican cuisine in the same way. Regional Cuisines There are a variety of regional cuisines […]
by Ava Morlier, Culinary Arts Writer Happy March! Today’s dish is a gourmet take on a classic breakfast (or dinner) pairing: chicken and waffles! Chicken and waffles are the ultimate any-time-of-the-day meal (with the waffle providing carbohydrate-fueled energy and the chicken satisfying your stomach with protein). While most chicken and waffle dishes involve fried chicken […]
Pvt. Francis Xavier Elder First to Enlist, First to Fall by Richard D. L. Fulton “I am about to enter the fight for democracy…” ~Francis X. Elder, 1918 In 1917, as the United States entered World War I, the soldiers of the 1st, 4th, and 5th Maryland (state national guard) regiments found themselves on their […]