by James Rada, Jr. Emmitsburg Rutter’s Breaks Ground A groundbreaking ceremony for the new Rutter’s store on MD 140 was held on September 13. Work is expected to begin this month. The 8,400-square-foot store is expected to bring around 50 jobs to the area. Besides the convenience store, the site will also include diesel and […]
James Rada, Jr. The Town of Emmitsburg held its municipal election on Tuesday, September 28. Cliff Sweeney, Liz Buckman, Rosario Benvengi, and Tim O’Donnell ran to fill two commissioner seats. During the election, residents cast 269 ballots. O’Donnell was the top vote-getter with 182 votes, followed by Cliff Sweeney with 174 votes. Former commissioners Buckman […]
Mark Breeden, owner of Lawyer’s Automotive in Thurmont, has announced the name transition from Lawyer’s Automotive to Breeden Automotive. With the transition, the logo and signage has been updated, but the quality of service remains the same. Stop by to see Mark and his right-hand mechanic, Caden, for your car care needs. October is Brakes […]
Jayden Myers With the current unemployment situation and local businesses closing, a lot of places are understaffed and feeling the fallout of hard times. As kids graduated middle school, entered high school, and became of age, many were eager to work. Many places may not want to hire younger kids because of lack of experience, […]
Deb Abraham Spalding The new and former owners at Hobbs Hardware and Lumber in Thurmont invite the general public and general contractors to, “Come on In!” In a time where small businesses everywhere are struggling to maintain a grasp on viability, it’s even more rare to find a successful small hardware store that is still […]
James Rada Jr. The Frederick County Board of Education voted last month to conditionally approve the charter for the new Sabillasville Environmental School. This will give the school three more years to prove it can attract additional pupils who want to receive an agriculturally focused education. The conditional approval depends on two things: (1) The […]
Ryan Tokar, Thurmont Little League Thurmont Little League (TLL) is well underway with its largest fall season to date. This season saw 193 total registrations, up from the previous high of 148 last year. It is wonderful to see more and more children from the surrounding community coming out to participate and learn the game […]
A new serial fiction story for your enjoyment written by James Rada, Jr. 2: A Death in the Family After dropping off a load of charcoal at the coal house in Catoctin Furnace, Abednego Hunt walked down Frederick Road to the nearby store for supplies. He and his brother, Meshach, had a small garden at […]
Written by Terry Pryor At the age of four, little Doreen just KNEW, KNEW, KNEW, that SOME THING under her bed at night GREW, GREW, GREW. The minute her mommy turned out the light and closed her bedroom door, SOME THING under the bed made slithery sounds across the floor. Little Doreen, a brave little […]
by dave ammenheuser On December 13, 1969, a couple and their young children (two pre-teens and an infant) moved into their newly constructed home along Creagerstown Road. Prior to moving into the home, that family—my parents and my brothers—had lived for a few years in an apartment building on the square in Creagerstown. On August […]
Pretty Good Things by Valerie Nusbaum As I was trotting on my treadmill yesterday, I happened to glance out the window, and I had to laugh out loud. I saw Randy, wearing his big straw hat, go past. He was riding the lawnmower and heading down the front sidewalk. The next thing I knew, he […]
by James Rada, Jr. October 1921, 100 Years Ago New Ice Machine Wisotzkey Bros. are installing another ice making and refrigerating machine. … It is a Frick machine and it will make two tons of ice every twenty-four hours, and at the same time take care of the hardening and cold storage rooms. – […]
More Accomplishments of HARNEY UNIVERSITY by James Rada, Jr. During the early part of the 20th century, the highly successful Harney University was known for the many great achievements of its faculty. If it was to be believed, the reputation of the school outshone any other college in the country. If it was to be […]
Spooky Succulent Garden by Ana Morlier Happy October, everyone! Looks like it’s time to put down the pumpkin-spiced lattes and pull out your next great costume. The season of free candy, spooks, and transforming into your favorite character is upon us! Halloween is drawing closer and closer, with its anticipation following close behind. Even though […]
by Buck Reed Bread: Will It Kill You? I get it. There is a segment of the population that could be exposing themselves to a great deal of harm if they eat bread. Or more specifically, to Celiac disease, which is linked to an allergy to gluten. Bread is high in carbs and low in […]
by Ava Morlier Happy October! Since the holiday of this month provides many sweet flavors (halloween candy, anyone?), today’s dish is savory and warm (to fight the coming chilly temperatures): rice pilaf. Though pilaf can seem pretty basic, its basic nature allows this dish to be versatile and easy to make. No constant incorporation of […]
by Priscilla Rall WWII Thurmont Nurse Follows Troops: Part 3 We continue with the story of Army nurse Mary Catherine Willhide as she nursed wounded American soldiers after the Battle of the Bulge. While stationed in Malmedy in Germany, Mary endured the explosions from German bombs for months in late 1944. She was on night […]
by Dr. Thomas K. Lo Plantar Fasciitis Causes & Exercises to Prevent It Plantar fasciitis causes pain in the bottom of the heel. The plantar fascia is a thick, web-like ligament that connects your heel to the front of your foot. It acts as a shock absorber and supports the arch of your foot, helping […]
Blair Garrett Making the big league is every young athlete’s dream. For Mason Albright of Thurmont, that dream has finally become a reality. The Catoctin alumni pitcher was selected in the 12th round of the Major League Baseball draft by the Los Angeles Angels, giving him the opportunity to move one step closer to reaching […]
James Rada, Jr. As the world remembers the tragedy of September 11, 2001, I am filled with memories of Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and my experiences there. I was off work that Tuesday, so normally, I wouldn’t have heard about the day that changed the world because I didn’t have television in my house. Instead, I had […]
James Rada, Jr. The Emmitsburg town election is on September 28. Four candidates are running to fill two commissioner seats. Here’s why they think residents should vote for them. Rosario Benvengi My family and I moved to Emmitsburg in 1989 after I had served four years in the U.S. Army. I had just accepted a […]
James Rada, Jr. Three years ago in Ireland, Hagerstown found out it would be hosting the 2021 World Canals Conference (WCC). However, the world has changed since then. “Last year’s onset of the pandemic suddenly converted the preparations into a series of Zoom calls,” said Bill Holdsworth, president of the C&O Canal Association. “Leipzig was […]
Emmitsburg Mayor Don Briggs With heavy hearts, the southern Adams County, Northern Frederick County community mourn the loss of Battalion Chief Joshua D. Laird. He gave his life in the line of duty at a residential fire in Ijamsville on August 11. Chief Laird was a 21-year veteran of Frederick County Fire and Rescue. He […]
by James Rada, Jr. Emmitsburg Water Alert Issued Emmitsburg town staff are concerned about water usage in town. The town issued an alert last month asking residents to be aware of how much water they are using. “Please be conscious of water usage. Emmitsburg is nearing the point where phase 1 of the water curtailment […]
The Catoctin Area FFA Alumni & Supporters Livestock Show & Sale for market goat, beef, sheep and swine will be held on Saturday, September 11, 2021, at The Eyler Stables, located at 141 Emmitsburg Road in Thurmont, managed by Wolfe Agricultural Auctions. The Livestock Show will be held at 9:00 a.m., with awards presentation at […]