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Looking Back

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, […]

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The Crazy Plant Lady

“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. […]

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National Park Service Honors Vietnam War Casualties Buried in Gettysburg National Cemetery

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 […]

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Ask Dr. Lo

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 […]

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Vigilant Hose Company’s Live-In Program

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 […]

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Vigilant Hose Company Receives Unit Citation for Life-Saving Outcome

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 […]

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Plans for 66th Annual Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show This September

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 […]

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Thurmont Grange “Antique” Roadshow

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 […]

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