James Rada, Jr. Catoctin High School (CHS) recognized its graduates who have gone on to find success post-high school during its 6th Annual Distinguished Graduates Induction Ceremony in November 2021. Principal Jennifer Clements told the audience, “Catoctin High School is a place of deep roots and strong traditions. Our history is so rich because of […]
A ribbon-cutting was held on Saturday, December 11, at 11:00 a.m. at Catoctin’s Closet, located at 12 East Main Street in Thurmont. Catoctin’s Closet is a retail store with handmade gifts and goodies by local artists and crafters, along with commercial products for the home and clothing. Thurmont welcomes Catoctin’s Closet!
At the October 2021 monthly meeting of the Vigilant Hose Company, the membership voted upon a recommendation from the organization’s board of directors to pay off the remaining mortgage on the fire station, located at 25 W. Main Street, and the balance remaining on the loan for its recently purchased Engine 61. The total debt […]
During the year 2022, the Emmitsburg Council of Churches (ECC) will proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ, share in ecumenical fellowship, and serve the community and world. In their regular service, sessions, and classes, members of the ECC will proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ. The Gospel (Good News) tells each person of […]
Over 600 wreaths were delivered to the Thurmont American Legion on the afternoon of December 16 by Wreaths Across America. The wreaths were placed on Veterans’ graves at Weller Cemetery and Blue Ridge Cemetery the following Saturday, December 18. The wreaths were purchased by the Thurmont Lions Club and were placed by Thurmont Scouts. Thanks […]
Like everyone else whose Thurmont history contains memories of Albert and Beulah Zentz and their family, we have all wondered what would happen to the old barn. I am delighted to share the word that it will not be demolished. Doug, from Playground Specialists Inc., was quite thrilled to impart this information, as he, too, […]
Program Provides $5 Million for Outdoor Recreation Statewide in Fiscal 2022 The Board of Public Works today approved the last of 31 community parks and playground projects for this fiscal year, totaling $5 million in grants for new and upgraded outdoor facilities in communities across Maryland. Governor Larry Hogan’s Fiscal Year 2022 Budget included funding […]
The Thurmont Grange #409 recently presented dictionaries to all third-grade students at Lewistown Elementary School. This is a community service project called “Words for Thirds” and all of the third grade students in the Catoctin feeder system have also received dictionaries (Sabillasville, Lewistown, Thurmont, and Emmitsburg Elementary Schools). The Grange is an agricultural organization, which […]
Ryan Tokar, Thurmont Little League There is no such thing as a quiet offseason at Thurmont Little League (TLL), and this year has been no exception. The board of directors has stayed busy with big plans for the upcoming season. When the fall season ended, the league immediately began work on its typical offseason activities, […]
Last year, a local group of players and coaches from Thurmont Little League (TLL) teamed up to plan the baseball trip of a lifetime to participate in the prestigious Cooperstown Dreams Park Tournament in Cooperstown, New York. This tournament is well-known nationwide and attracts hundreds of youth baseball teams each summer. However, as was the […]
Blair Garrett After nearly two years without a consistent schedule, high school sports are officially back on track. Catoctin High School athletes have had to navigate abridged seasons and restrictions, cutting down opportunities for student athletes to compete since the spring season of 2020. Some students have missed out on half of their high school […]
written by James Rada, Jr. A new serial fiction story for your enjoyment 5: Home Fire Burning Paul Cresap woke with his head throbbing and someone pounding on the door. He tried to open his eyes, but they were crusted over. He rubbed his eyelashes to break up the crust. Even then, he would have […]
by Valerie Nusbaum NO HAPPILY EVER AFTER THIS MONTH – Val’s mom is in hospital
by James Rada, Jr. January 1922, 100 Years Ago Amrs Broken Last Friday Leslie W. Fox, of Rocky Ridge, sustained a compound fracture of the left forearm, a broken bone in the left hand, right forearm broken, right hand badly bruised and contusions on both legs. He was in the employ of the Emmitsburg R. […]
by James Rada, Jr. How A Lincoln Conspirator Came to Call Emmitsburg Home John Surratt Jr. hated life in Emmitsburg, but then he hated life in America. Maybe that was why he tried to kidnap the President of the United States. Surratt was born April 13, 1844, in Washington, D.C., the youngest of John and […]
A New Year In The Kitchen by Buck Reed So, we made it through another year, and just in time, because the new one is starting. Maybe you got everything accomplished that you wanted and maybe you didn’t. No judgement from me. It is for you to decide if you are worthy to move on. […]
by Ana Morlier, The Crazy Plant Lady Plants That Symbolize Peace Happy January! Even though the major holidays have passed, there are still many important national holidays to celebrate. On January 1, the Universal Hour of Peace will be celebrated. The day was founded on the idea that the new year should start with the […]
by Ava Morlier, Culinary Arts Writer Today’s recipe is simple, yet elegant and delicious: Baked Brie. Baked brie marries together many flavors and textures in one delicious package. Creamy and savory brie is contrasted with the crunchy, salty flavors of the puff pastry. The sweet garnishes (honey, craisins) enhance the creaminess of the brie and […]
How I Came to Know My Father ~ Part 1 by Sally T. Grove Using Her Father Chester L. Grove, Jr.’s Diary and Reflecting on What He Had Written I was 20 years old, fresh out of college, and in my first year of teaching, a difficult first year. Why did college prepare me so […]
What Are the Causes of Varicose & Spider Veins? by Dr. Thomas K. Lo, Advanced Chiropractic & Nutritional Healing Center What Are Varicose Veins? Varicose veins are twisted veins that can be blue, red, or skin-colored. The larger veins may appear rope-like and make the skin bulge out. Varicose veins are often on the thighs, […]
Deb Abraham Spalding It was a beautiful day for the grand opening celebration of the new Thurmont Skatepark at the East End Park on East Main Street in Thurmont on Saturday, November 6, 2021. The day started off with the group of project-founding skaters gathering at the skatepark for a sunrise skate session. Their project […]
Part One Terry Pryor With the official opening of the Thurmont Skate Park in November, it might be interesting to understand a little more about this fascinating sport. Skateboarding is a sport that discriminates against no age group. That being said, you should assess your level of fitness and stability. Skateboarding is usually safe for […]
James Rada Jr. Last month, Thurmont opened its skateboard park in town. A year ago, it hadn’t been on anyone’s radar, but a group of Thurmont youth committed themselves to making the project a reality. So, what can you do if you have a project you want to see: a new park, art installation, playground, […]
Emmitsburg Mayor Don Briggs As if queued with the changing colors of fall, and a wink from a reluctant fall, all permits in hand, the long-awaited start of construction of the Rutter’s store has finally begun. Many months after getting town approvals, site work has started and moving at a rapid pace to take advantage […]
by James Rada, Jr. Thurmont Commissioners List ARA Projects The Thurmont Mayor and Commissioners listed the projects they will fund with the $6.7 million the federal government is providing the town from the American Recovery Act. Many of the projects that the town had hoped to fund weren’t eligible under the new law, such as […]