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 As town staff looks to replace old and outdated parking meters with digital ones, the topic of increasing […]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 […]
In July, Harold “Cap” and Peggy Long (pictured left and right above) were inducted into the Maryland Dairy Shrine. Their daughter, Becky Long Cheney had the honor of presenting a slideshow highlighting their dedication to the dairy industry and the success of the Long View Farm Brown Swiss, Ayrshire, and Holstein cattle. Forty special friends, […]
Thurmont local, Melissa McKenney (pictured right), has been selected to be part of a team of 20 individuals from all over the United States to serve on the Cuddy Family Foundation for Veterans’ team to complete the 29029 Everesting Challenge in Vermont in October of 2023. Each member of the team will have 36 hours […]
Thurmont Lions Club President Dianne McLean presented Lion Bob Johnson a Progressive Melvin Jones Award at the Lions membership meeting on June 8. Lion Bob has served on the board of directors; has held positions as vice president, president, and membership chair; and has received a Diamond Centennial Membership pin. Lion Bob has mentored many […]
The Nancy Dutterer Service Award is awarded to a Lion member who doesn’t stop with their work with the Thurmont Lions Club. They assist and volunteer with other organizations in Thurmont, Frederick County, and beyond, a Lion who emulates their philosophy of giving of one’s self. The award was presented to Lion Joyce Anthony. Lion […]
The Thurmont Lions Club welcomed District Governor Charlie Croft to officiate the 2022-2023 installation of officers. District Governor Croft expressed to the members that having a successful year depends upon what individual members are doing to make a difference in the community and worldwide. In addition, the success of the club depends on the officers. […]
Thurmont Grange #409 was proud to present scholarships to two Catoctin High School 2022 graduates pursuing their higher education goals. Both scholarship recipients are exceptional students and very involved in community service, as well as in many extracurricular activities. Sean Whitworth will be attending Salisbury State University, and Paige Baker will be attending Frederick Community […]
Ryan Tokar, Thurmont Little League There has been absolutely no let-up at Thurmont Little League (TLL), with a flurry of activity continuing to keep our players, coaches, and parents busy throughout these hot, sticky summer months. Our three travel All-Star teams have been in action battling some of the top teams from across the district. […]
Three local girls, selected to play on a Frederick County softball travel team called Frederick’s Finest, participated on July 2 and July 3 in a USSSA Firecracker NIT Girls Softball Tournament. They won the 12 & Under “All-Star” Championship game and brought home gold medals. Pictured from left are Katelyn Veronie, Payton Reid, and Logynn […]
Trees & Other Things by Valerie Nusbaum It’s mid-summer, and since we had a rather wet spring season, things around here have been growing like mad. Randy and I like to have our mature trees pruned every couple of years for safety reasons, and since neither of us likes heights or is much of a […]
written by James Rada, Jr. A serial fiction story for your enjoyment 5: Miracle Cure Tim Ross walked backed to the courtyard area of the Maryland Tuberculosis Sanatorium in Sabillasville. He hadn’t found the man he believed had been shot, but what he had found gave him pause. The laboratory seemed to hold more than […]
by James Rada, Jr. August 1922, 100 Years Ago Want Bank At Summit A movement to start a bank at Blue Ridge Summit near the Frederick and Washington county line has been launched by certain business men of the vicinity, including a number of Baltimoreans who have homes at the resort during the summer, and […]
1921 Thurmont School’s First 7th Grade Graduation Ceremony In 1921, the Thurmont community had two school graduations: one for the high school students and one for the grade school students. “For the first time in the history of our schools, a Seventh Grade public commencement will be held in Town Hall, this place,” the Catoctin […]