by James Rada, Jr. September 1922, 100 Years Ago Presented Bat Mr. Russell Rouzer and Dr. E. B. Sefton, of Hagerstown, yesterday presented the Thurmont Baseball Club with a new bat to aid in the defeat of Woodsboro. By the way! The new bat was broken during the game; Ed and Russell say there will […]
1896 – too much Married by James Rada, Jr. Sigmund Freud once said, “If you want your wife to listen to you, then talk to another woman; she will be all ears.” If that’s true, just imagine how attentive Phoebe Stouffer was in 1896 when she saw her husband talking to his other wife, Mary […]
By elle smith, realtor J&B Real Estate, Inc. Wow! Can you believe summer is almost over? In the real estate world, we are preparing for our fall season. A lot of people think spring is the selling season, but, traditionally, fall is also a busy time of year in real estate. It’s also a good […]
by Ana Morlier Natural Crafts Happy autumn, readers. As we settle into this cozy month of natural beauty, let’s make the most of what we have! Rather than visiting expensive craft stores, you can simply use surrounding flora and fauna to make stunning accents to your home. All projects here are family-friendly, so grab your […]
by Buck Reed Raw Fish Nearly every culture that eats seafood lays claim to a fish dish that is not put to a traditional cooking method that involves the use of heat. Many of these dishes are embedded into the culture and were perfected centuries ago, so certainly, with so much practice, there are rules […]
by Ava Morlier, Culinary Arts Writer Happy September! Fall is a wonderful season. High summer temperatures have abated, the harvest provides a plethora of delicious vegetables, and the changing leaves render the mountains covered in beautiful hues of amber, gold, and scarlet. Today’s dish incorporates the fruits of the harvest, elements of color, and delicious […]
by Maxine Troxell I think I have all of the recipe books containing the Pillsbury Bake-Off winners. This Oats and Honey Granola pie was one I made one year for the Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show and won 1st prize. This pie was a winner in the 2004 Pillsbury Bake-Off. It’s fairly easy to make. […]
by Richard D. L. Fulton Lehman & the U.S.S. Barb The Sub That “Sunk” a Train The World War II submarine U.S.S. Barb (also known by its naval designation SS-220), was said to have compiled “one of the most outstanding records of any U.S. submarine in the war,” sinking more than 96,600 tons of Japanese […]
by Dr. Thomas K. Lo, Advanced Chiropractic & Nutritional Healing Center Are You Taking Care of Your Lymphatic System? Your lymphatic system is crucial for your immune system and for protecting you from inflammation and illness. If your lymphatic system is congested, it cannot protect you as effectively and can make you prone to infections […]
Teachers and students are beginning a new school year. Every parent sending their children off to school may ask about the best way they can reassure a healthy and successful year for them. Starting the day with a nutritious breakfast can provide a great start. The brain needs fuel to think, and the body has […]
Deb Abraham Spalding The former elementary school in Sabillasville has closed its final chapter as an elementary school and started a whole new book as a Frederick County Classical Charter School. On August 23, 2022, Alisha Yocum, president of the board of directors of the new Sabillasville Environmental School (SES), cut the ribbon to signify […]
Joan Bittner Fry The Beginning The early settlers knew the value of education. After Sabillasville was laid out, a log school house was built at the western end of the village. School was maintained there for some time, the building was also used for public meetings and church services. Some of Maryland’s greatest men made […]
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird This morning, I am writing from London! Karen and I have been vacationing in Great Britain since July 1. We started our trip with eleven people, including one daughter, a bunch of grandchildren, and companions! The first stop was Aberdeen, where we caught the overnight ferry to Lerwick on Shetland. The […]
by James Rada, Jr. Emmitsburg For more information on the Town of Emmitsburg, visit www.emmitsburgmd.gov or call 301-600-6300. Parking Discussions Get Heated Parking became a hot topic during the July meeting of the Emmitsburg Mayor and Commissioners. As town staff looks to replace old and outdated parking meters with digital ones, the topic of increasing […]
BY Terry Pryor Writer, Poet, Life Coach, and Student of the Mind Note: This is the sixth month of action described in a series of motivational articles. Take some time each month to complete these action items, and you’ll see a “New You” emerge. Enjoy! Power Action #6: “D” Day This month, every day is […]
James Rada, Jr. The Seton Center has been part of Northern Frederick County since 1969. Over those 53 years it has helped thousands of people, yet most people in the area don’t realize what the center does for the community. “Most people think of the Seton Center as a store,” said Vickie Grinder, a Seton […]
Richard D. L. Fulton A new $4 million healthcare facility being sited on Old Emmitsburg Road is the result of a partnership established between Frederick Health and Mount St. Mary’s University. The facility is expected to open in mid-August. Donald Schilling, vice president of Ambulatory Services, Frederick Health, said the new facility will provide primary […]
Blair Garrett Keymar Outdoors, Frederick County’s newest hunting, fishing, and outdoor supply specialty shop, has officially opened its doors. Outdoorsmen in the Northern Frederick County area can rejoice now that they have a new hub in Keymar, housing everything from fishing rods to deer feed, and much, much more. Those of us who have stopped […]
The following are the status of new businesses and development coming to Emmitsburg: • Brookfield cul-de-sac — The sketch plan is submitted, and the town is waiting for development plans for 10 single-family dwellings. • Christ’s Community Church — A concept plan has been submitted to build a 12,500 sq. ft. church with 98 parking […]
Cheryl Lenhart Thurmont Grange #409 hosted its First Responders Appreciation Night at the Thurmont Town Park on June 27. After an invocation given by Nancy Wine, all members and guests in attendance enjoyed a covered-dish picnic dinner. Lecturer Niki Eyler then turned the program over to Grange members who introduced our First Responders. Graceham VFC […]
James Rada, Jr. Camp Airy’s historic dining room catches fire on June 29. Photo by Trevor James The day after the Camp Airy (a Jewish summer overnight camp for boys) dining hall in Thurmont burned at the end of June, the staff and campers at Camp Airy showed their resilience by still hosting a carnival […]
Richard D. L. Fulton Two youth camps located in Frederick and Washington counties are preparing to celebrate for their 100-year anniversaries. Camp Louise was established in 1922 and is located at 24959 Pen Mar Road in Cascade. Camp Airy was established in 1924 and is located at 14938 Old Camp Airy Road near Thurmont. Both […]
One of the greatest supporters of the annual baked goods auctions at area community shows, Mearl McCleaf of Mountain Gate Family Restaurant, passed away in October 2021. For many years, Mearl McCleaf purchased Champion and Reserve Champion cakes and baked goods at Community Shows in Frederick County. At this year’s Frederick County Community Show’s Baked […]
As a member (since 1958) and volunteer fireman for the Guradian Hose Company (GHC), Dick Willhide held many positions within the GHC. Dick has been ill for the past year, and wished he could ride in the squad truck one last time (not possible because of his health and age), especially since the squad truck […]
Brenda Wastler, the late George Wireman’s granddaughter, received a postcard in the mail from a lady named Jean Roeth, of Delaware. Jean tracked Brenda down to let her know that she had found an original, signed copy of George Wireman’s Gateway to the Mountains book at their church’s flea market a few years ago, while […]