written by James Rada, Jr. A serial fiction story for your enjoyment 7: The Last Fight Tim Ross wandered from window to window in the basement of the nurse’s building of the State Tuberculosis Hospital in Sabillasville. The foundation of the building was stone, but except for load-bearing walls, the inner walls in the basement […]
Each year, the VFW Post 6658 Auxiliary sponsors a contest titled, “The Patriot’s Pen,” which is open to students in grades six through eight. Students are required to enter a typed essay of 300-400 words based on the theme: “My Pledge to Our Veterans.” Monetary prizes are given the winners on local, state, and national […]
by James Rada, Jr. October 1922, 100 Years Ago Mule Kicked Him Last week Mr. George Stevens, of Creagerstown, got too close to the heels of one of his mules, and said mule “busted him one” on the point of the jaw. Mr. Stevens says he had stooped over for some reason or other and […]
the unsolved murder That Haunted Hagerstown by James Rada, Jr. It seems Betty Jane Kennedy of Hagerstown was doomed to lead a short life, but her death continued to haunt Hagerstown for years afterward. When Betty Jane was just six years old in 1933, a car on West Washington Street hit her. She suffered cuts […]
by Ana Morlier Weird and Wonderful Plants Happy Halloween month, readers! Are you mentally prepared for the trials and tribulations of Halloween? From accumulating costumes to satisfying the pop-culture preferences of the whole family to making Pinterest-ready treats, one’s patience and mental capacity are stretched rather thin. Decorations are an entirely separate matter, as everyone […]
By K. Diane Bowers, realtor, GRI J&B Real Estate, Inc. What is going on with these interest rates? Let’s discuss the impact of the “higher” interest rates on buyers and sellers. Why Did the FED Increase Interest Rates? The FED (Federal Reserve) scheduled interest rate increases in an attempt to battle inflation. In layman’s terms, […]
by Buck Reed What Did The Queen Eat? If a person eats well and enjoys their meals, one might consider themselves royalty. Although there are many differences between the way you live your life and how the royal family lives theirs, you might look at how Queen Elizabeth II dined at her table and wonder […]
by Ava Morlier, Culinary Arts Writer Happy October! These increasingly cold temperatures call for warm, hearty dishes to satisfy both the body and the soul. Today’s dish will provide just that with its creamy, savory flavors: Gourmet Mac n’ Cheese! A few techniques in this recipe may seem a little strange, but they give an […]
Dana French 45 Years in the Navy by Richard D. L. Fulton Note: Priscilla Rall contributed various materials for the purpose of writing this article. Dana French of Frederick County served aboard and/or commanded several Navy vessels over the course of the 45 years he served in the United States Navy, from 1955 through 1990. […]
Gallstones by Dr. Thomas K. Lo, Advanced Chiropractic & Nutritional Healing Center The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ that stores bile and is located in your upper right abdomen, below your liver. Gallstones are hard, pebble-like pieces of material, usually made of cholesterol or bilirubin, that form in your gallbladder. They can range in […]
James Rada, Jr. The new Frederick Health facility at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg celebrated the completion of the facility on August 16, 2022, and opened its doors to patients on August 19. Mount students and Northern Frederick County residents now have access to healthcare and services that they previously had to travel to […]
James Rada, Jr. The Vincentians are no longer serving as the priests for St. Joseph’s Parish in Emmitsburg for the first time in 170 years. Father Bill Allegretto was the parish’s last Vincentian. “Our roots run very deep in this community,” Father Bill said. He has been the parish priest at St. Joseph’s for 11 […]
Richard D. L. Fulton The iconic gold-gilded statue of the Virgin Mary has finally returned to the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, after having been removed to address the statue’s interior structural steel supports, which had become corroded over time and needed to be significantly refurbished. The corrosion was discovered by university […]
BY Terry Pryor, Writer, Poet, Life Coach, and Student of the Mind Note: This is the seventh 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! My Little House Let me tell you a personal story, […]
by James Rada, Jr. Thurmont Town Considering Raising Colorfest Permit Fees Once again, the Thurmont Mayor and Commissioners are considering increasing the Catoctin Colorfest permit fees. The income generated from the fees pays the town’s costs for security, sanitation, and transportation at the festival that attracts an estimated 100,000 people to Thurmont during the second […]
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird Summer has come to an end, and our children have returned to school. Please be extra careful driving during school hours, and be watchful of kids crossing our streets and getting on and off school buses. As we all know, kids are not always aware of their surroundings and can dart […]
Terry Pryor Did you know that gasoline was initially discarded as serving no purpose? Edwin Drake dug the first crude oil well in Pennsylvania in 1859 and distilled the oil to produce kerosene for lighting. Although other petroleum products, including gasoline, were also produced in the distillation process, Drake had no use for the gasoline […]
Blair garrett Dirty Dawg DIY Dog Wash had its grand opening this August, with owners Becky and Tim Clarke cutting the ribbon before prominent town officials and excited community members. Customers got their first peek into the doggie spa, where there are dog treats, toys, pet-themed mats, and so much more. There are even non-alcoholic […]
The following are the status of new businesses and development coming to Emmitsburg: Emmit Ridge 2 — The property has sold to an investor. RJD Development and Ryan Homes are working with the investor to purchase it. Wetlands have been found that compromise eight of the proposed lots and part of the proposed Irishtown Drive. […]
Richard D. L. Fulton Photos Courtesy of MSMU Saxbys (also known as Saxbys Coffee) is preparing to open a student-run and staffed eatery in partnership with Mount Saint Mary’s University (MSMU), a café which is expected to be operational with the commencement of the Fall 2022 semester. The café, which will open in the University’s […]
blair garrett Waynesboro is quickly becoming a destination town. With each new restaurant and attraction that enriches the area, more and more people are headed above the Mason Dixon Line to check out what’s on tap. Waynesboro’s newest gig in town is the Michaux Brewing Company (Michaux Brew Co.), a family-owned and operated establishment fresh […]
Dignitaries with the Town of Emmitsburg and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church gathered to celebrate the St. Euphemia School wayside exhibit with a ribbon cutting on DePaul Street in Emmitsburg on August 10, 2022. This exhibit is one of 14 that will be part of a historic walking tour in Emmitsburg, thanks to grant funding from […]
On August 10, 2022, Catoctin High School’s (CHS) Baseball Coach Mike Franklin and Athletic Director Keith Bruck and the family of the late Catoctin Baseball player Vinny Healy recognized Tom Sherald as the school’s first Vinny Healy D.I.R.T. Hall of Fame recipient. He gave many amazing years to Catoctin High as a coach, an athletic […]
BSA Troop 270 is proud to announce a new Eagle Scout to its ranks, Tanner Seiss. Tanner’s project built a much-needed storage shed and several picnic tables for Frederick County 4-H Therapeutic Riding program at Silverado Stables in Thurmont. Eagle Scouts standing in support of Tanner as he receives his Eagle: (from left) M. Miller, […]
Todd Imes, 1988 Catoctin High School Graduate When you see the word “recovery,” do you automatically think of drugs and alcohol? Most of us do. However, we live in a world where many more issues, other than these, control our lives. Things such as food, gambling, shopping, pornography, and work addictions are just a few […]