John Lafarge Helped Expand the Art World by James Rada, Jr. The Statue of Liberty was introduced to her husband by a Mount St. Mary’s graduate. French sculptor Frederic Auguste Bartholdi created his first plans and model for the iconic Statue of Liberty in the New York studio of John LaFarge, a Mount St. Mary’s […]
Crafty Companion Gardening by Ana Morlier Spring has sprung, and it’s time to plan for the daunting task of deciding who gets a spot in the elite garden bed (or stays in a sad seed packet for who knows how many years). For more seasoned gardeners, I see you with your saffron and perfectly grown […]
by Buck Reed Sandwich Hall of Fame Bread might be considered the “staff of life,” but at no time is it more popular than when we place it around another food, accompanied by a smattering of condiments and adorned with lettuce, tomato, and onion. The sandwich might very well be the game changer that may […]
by Maxine Troxell Summer and fresh strawberries are just around the corner. I found this recipe in the Gold Medal State Fair Cakes that I had bought years ago when I was looking for some winning cake recipes. This cake uses fresh strawberries in the cake, filling, and to garnish the top of the cake. […]
by Ava Morlier, Culinary Arts Writer Happy May! Memorial Day is this month, and grill lids across the nation are opening in ode to both the sacrifice of soldiers and the culinary opportunities expanded by the warm weather. Today’s recipe also pays tribute to grilling season: Gourmet Bacon Cheeseburgers! Yes, today’s delicious handheld sounds typical […]
Mary Jo Gaush How to enjoy food started at a very young age. I used to go to the bakery with my father on Saturdays. The bakery was in a section of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania that had a cake doughnut called a “Torpedo.” My father loved baked goods. I found out later that he used to […]
Harvey Lee Wetzel From Erecting Bridges to Disarming Bombs by Richard D. L. Fulton Harvey Lee Wetzel was born in 1947 in Waynesboro to parents, Clarence and Elsie Wetzel, and he and his family lived in Thurmont, where Wetzel graduated from Thurmont High School in 1965. Wetzel presently resides in Indian Head, Maryland with his […]
Ask Dr. Lo Vitamin C and the Possible Benefits For You Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble nutrient found in many foods. In the body, it acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are compounds formed when our bodies convert the […]
James Rada Jr. The Gregory family of Big Hook Crane and Rigging operate cranes to carefully guide the crown atop the 26-foot statue of Mary at the Grotto at Mount St. Mary’s University. Mary is shown being placed on her pedestal with her crown. Brock Gregory (left) is shown with Mount St. Mary’s University President […]
Part II Richard D. L. Fulton The mysterious beast made its continuing presence known again on January 29, 1921, when the Strange Beast of South Mountain was spotted near Pen Mar in Washington County, Maryland, near the Pennsylvania-Maryland state line. The Gettysburg Times reported further on February 1 that a county resident who resided between […]
New Find Enhances Record Richard D L. Fulton There was a time when Frederick and Adams counties looked more like an alien world than that which exists today. A primordial lake (dubbed Lake Lockatong) existed from Rocky Ridge, growing in size towards the northeast, as it sprawled through Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and into New York […]
BLAIR GARRETT The emperor penguin is the tallest and heaviest of all living penguin species and is endemic to Antarctica. They live in massive groups and are expert divers, capable of diving up to 1,850 feet below the surface and staying submerged for over 20 minutes. Deep in the arctic lies an experience bone-chillingly cold, […]
Blair Garrett A little-known hunting hobby has hit the scene, and springtime is the perfect time of year to jump right in. Don’t tell anyone! Frederick County is home to a lot of hunters, and it’s an activity that’s usually passed down from generation to generation. This hunting activity, however, is quite a different kind […]
by James Rada, Jr. Thurmont Town Approves Bond Issue After a public hearing, the Thurmont Commissioners voted for the ability to issue infrastructure bonds up to $6 million. The proceeds from the bond sale will be used to complete the Thurmont Boulevard project and the wetlands mitigation. The town does not necessarily need to issue […]
Emmitsburg Mayor Don Briggs With April comes traces of lengthening days, milder weather, and once again, the increasing choruses of activity in our parks. In addition to the hardy Emmitsburg Walking Club members (Look them up; they have a Facebook page), comes baseball and softball pushing the edges of each day for practice times. Earth […]
Pictured from left are Thurmont Commissioners, Bill Blakeslee and Wayne Hooper; Shawn Legambi; Rebecca Legambi; The Rosie Boutique Owner Jaden Legambi; Karie Taylor; Courtney Casper; Lucas Bonvillain; Billy Casper; Thurmont Commissioner Wes Hamrick; and Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird. Visit the Rosie Boutique at www.therosieboutique.com.
Photos Courtesy of Main Street Thurmont Welcome Kenny Vanover, owner of Catoctin Mountain Motorsports, and Aaron Reckley, owner of Thirty 4 Detailing. Catoctin Mountain Motorsports is a full-service auto repair shop for all types of vehicles, motorcycles, and ATVs. Thirty 4 Detailing is a full-service car detailing service. Both businesses are located at 7702 Roddy […]
(left) Dr. Mike’s handicap-accessible office at 9 E. Main Street is in the old Knights of Columbus building in Emmitsburg’s Town Square, which had been the Guild for the canonization effort of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. Courtesy Photo Dr. Mike and his wife and office manager, Jane. Photo by Grace Eyler Dr. Michael Hargadon of […]
The status of new businesses and development coming to Emmitsburg: Federal Stone — (Creamery Road, east side of U.S. 15) Awaiting the submission of an updated site plan and improvement plans. Ripleigh’s Creamery (W. Main Street) — Delayed due to funding, but ice cream truck operation starts in April. Seton Village (South Seton Avenue) — […]
The status of new businesses and development coming to Thurmont: Subdivisions Hobb’s Division (East Main Street) — Final plat recorded for two lots in Mixed-Use Village 1. Hammaker Hills, Phase 1 (Woodland Avenue) — Final plat recorded for 37 single-family lots in R-2 district. Ten permits issued. Hammaker Hills, Phase 2 (Westview Drive): Preliminary […]
Members from the Silver Fancy Garden Club are sharing displays of books and related floral arrangements/vignettes at Thurmont Regional Library beginning Wednesday, April 12, and running through April 30. The garden club is comprised of members from the Emmitsburg and Taneytown areas. In previous years, they have shared their work with their local libraries. They […]
For the seventh consecutive year, the Town of Thurmont has been recognized as a Tree City USA. To become a Tree City USA, a community must have: A tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a community forestry program with an annual budget of at least $2 per capita, and an Arbor Day observation […]
On Saturday, April 22, Frederick County will take part in the Drug Enforcement Agency’s (DEA) “National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.” This drive-through event offers Frederick County residents the opportunity to safely dispose of potentially dangerous, expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs and prevent medicine misuse or diversion. As an additional service to the community, […]
People living in Brunswick, Emmitsburg, Jefferson, and Thurmont will soon have more access to Transit’s award-winning service, including round-trip shuttles on Saturdays, thanks to a pilot program that launches Saturday, April 1. County Executive Jessica Fitzwater announced the expansion in February. She was joined by the mayors of Brunswick, Emmitsburg, and Thurmont. “We asked communities […]
At the March meeting, the Thurmont Grange proudly welcomed five new members: Kathy Hoffman, Juliann Frantz, Kayleigh Frantz, Cherie Knighton and Shannon Knighton. The Thurmont Grange is a family organization and people of all ages are invited to join. If you are interested in more information or becoming a member, please email thurmontgrange@gmail.com or call […]