June 1922, 100 Years Ago Union Bridge Bank Closes Temporarily The doors of the First National Bank of Union Bridge were closed on Saturday by order of the directors of that institution. The Baltimore Sun of Sunday last says: “E. F. Olmstead, cashier of the First National Bank of Union Bridge, has confessed to the […]
by James Rada, Jr. 1922 – The marines Conquer Thurmont The U.S. Marines fought valiantly in World War I in places like the Battle of Belleau Wood in France. After the deadly fighting there to drive the entrenched German troops from Belleau Wood, Army General John J. Pershing, commander of the American Expeditionary Force, said, […]
“Helping You Find Plants That Work” by Ana Morlier Flowers of Pride Red (Life) Coleus: Prefers morning sun and afternoon shade (partial shade) and moist, well-drained soil. Caladium: Medium-bright, indirect light; water when the topmost soil is dry. Anthurium: Bright, indirect light; moist soil. Orange (Healing) Marigolds: Natural pest-repellent; evenly moist, well-drained soil; full sun. […]
By Elle Smith, Realtor, J&B Real Estate Is it still a seller’s market? That is the question everyone is asking. And, everyone has an opinion on what they think will happen to the market. I don’t have the answer, but I can share with you how the market today is different from the market in […]
by Buck Reed Vegetables On The Grill Summertime means it is time to get out of the kitchen and start cooking outdoors, that is get out of the kitchen once you prep all the food for the grill. Steaks, ribs, burgers, and leg of lamb are easily the stars of the glorious stage that is […]
Seaman John Ballenger by Richard D. L. Fulton Four years on the Saratoga John Ballenger’s adventures aboard the U.S.S. Saratoga, the sixth ship in the Navy that had been named after the 1777 Battle of Saratoga – which marked a turning point in the American Revolution – began in 1960 when he sought to avoid […]
One hundred years after the Civil War, servicemen killed in action in Vietnam were brought home to Gettysburg for their final rest. This Memorial Day weekend, explore some of the lesser-known stories of Gettysburg National Cemetery. Park rangers from Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site will highlight the stories of servicemembers from […]
Lactose Intolerance by Dr. Thomas K. Lo, Advanced Chiropractic & Nutritional Healing Center Lactose intolerance means that you have trouble digesting foods with lactose in them. Lactose is the natural sugar found in milk and foods made with milk. Between 30 million and 50 million Americans are lactose-intolerant. For most people, lactose intolerance does not […]
written by James Rada, Jr. A new serial fiction story for your enjoyment 2: Learning the Rules Tim Ross straightened up from the railing of the barracks-like housing unit at the Maryland Tuberculosis Hospital. He looked at his hands. They were shaking. He wasn’t afraid. He knew that. It would take a lot more than […]
Evan & Stephanie Felmet, CHS Music/Drama Directors Over the weekend of April 8 and 9, 2022, Catoctin High School’s (CHS) drama program put on three shows of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s, State Fair. The three shows were attended by over 600 people from across the Catoctin community and beyond. Part of the draw was the involvement […]
by James Rada, Jr. It’s hard to believe that Edmund, a common snapping turtle at the Cunningham Falls Aviary, was the size of a quarter when he first came to Cunningham Falls. “He was found in a sand trap on a golf course in Frederick County,” said Park Superintendent Mark Spurrier. He believes that the […]
Richard Fulton The Emmitsburg Vigilant Hose Company (VHC) offers Mount Saint Mary’s University (MSMU) students, and other area residents, a rare opportunity to train for fire and rescue services while residing in an actual firehouse. The opportunity, known as the Live-In Program, allows for up to five individuals to participate at a time. Participants must […]
Lisa C. Cantwell Thurmont has been home to many a war hero, past and present. The town has also been a safe place for immigrants, refugees, and those seeking a safe, friendly community in which to raise a family. One of Thurmont’s newest residents is not only an immigrant and refugee, but also a war […]
BY Terry Pryor Writer, Poet, Life Coach, and Student of the Mind Note: This is the third 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 #3: I Spy Do you know that game […]
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird Hopefully, we are now enjoying a beautiful spring! As you are aware, we had frost well into April and snow on the 18th. Mother Nature seemed to be having trouble deciding when to move on from winter. The improved weather will get everyone outdoors for yard work. The Town of Thurmont […]
by James Rada, Jr. Thurmont Town Increases Tax Rate The Thurmont Board of Commissioners voted to increase the town’s property tax rate from $0.2992 to $0.3206 per $100 of assessment. Because of growing assessment of real property in town, this will generate an additional $129,291 in tax revenue that will help offset the rising inflation […]
Woodsboro Burgess Heath Barnes I hope all of you had a Happy Easter, and all the children, teachers, and school staff enjoyed their spring break. I am excited to share with you all that the Town of Woodsboro and the Woodsboro Volunteer Fire Department were able to put on a very successful first Town of […]
Deb Abraham Spalding Adam Trawick of Sabillasville jumped at the opportunity to move from the New Market Dynamic Automotive location, where he worked as an auto technician, to become the manager at the new Dynamic Automotive location on Creamery Way (formerly His Place) in Emmitsburg. Trawick has been working on cars “since he could hold […]
Dr. Richard Love has been an integral part of the Catoctin community, taking care of generations of dental patients over the last 39 years. While not quite ready to hang up his coat and retire, Dr. Love has passed the torch of ownership of one of Thurmont’s oldest dental practices to Dr. Neil Feldman. Dr. […]
Tom Ward Frederick County Division of Fire and Rescue Services recognized Vigilant Hose Company personnel Monday morning, April 25, 2022, for their efforts in rescuing two individuals trapped in a house fire on March 29 in Fairfield, Pennsylvania. A Unit Citation was presented for “The quick and decisive actions displayed by the personnel on Ambulance […]
The Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show committee met recently to begin planning the 66th Annual Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show. The show will be held at Catoctin High School, 14745 Sabillasville Road in Thurmont, on September 9-11. Officers elected at the meeting were: President—Rodman Myers, Vice President—Cheryl Lenhart, Secretary—Karen Myers. Committee members, representing the sponsoring […]
Richard D. L. Fulton The Thurmont Green Team held its annual Green Fest on April 9, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., at the Thurmont Regional Library, following a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19. The event was co-sponsored by the Town of Thurmont, the Green Team, and the Thurmont Regional Library. More than 600 […]
On Monday, March 28, Thurmont Grange # 409 hosted its Annual “Antique” Roadshow, with all the evening’s proceeds being donated to Sabillasville Environmental School (SES), a charter school focused on agriculture and the environment. The Roadshow attendees brought a wide variety of antiques and collectibles to be evaluated by our local experts, David Hunt and […]
Putting into action the organization’s motto of “We Serve,” members representing two Frederick County Lions Clubs recently came together on a service project when 311 students at Mother Seton School in Emmitsburg received vision screenings performed by Lions members on two dates in March. Over 59 Lions service hours were spent on this effort. This […]
Part 3 of 3 Submitted by Joan Bittner Fry From History of Maryland Classis of the Reformed Church in Maryland by Rev. Guy P. Bready (1938) The establishment of an old folk’s home at Hagerstown was a Synodical Project from the beginning, but it has a special meaning for Maryland Classis for the reason that […]