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 […]
James Rada, Jr. At a time when people are at their lowest because a loved one has died, Colt Black is there to help. “I was always interested in a profession where I could help people, and a funeral director can help people when they most need it,” said Black, who owns Black’s Funeral Home […]
James Rada, Jr. Ascension Living St. Joseph’s Place, located in the Daughters of Charity building on South Seton Avenue in Emmitsburg, will be closing its doors to residents who aren’t Catholic sisters on November 1, 2021. About half of the current 40 residents are Daughters of Charity in need of skilled care. “After thoughtful and […]
The annual Mount Tabor Church Big Picnic and Baby Show was held on Saturday, August 14, at Mt. Tabor Park in Rocky Ridge, after being canceled in 2020 due to COVID-19. A total of 27 babies—18 girls and 9 boys—participated in the show. The youngest baby was nine-day-old Elijah Pescatore, son of Bryan and Brittany […]
Food 4 Kids will continue at Elias Lutheran Church through the fall. This is the original “backpack” program in the Emmitsburg Elementary School and Head Start. If your child or grandchild would like to receive a weekend bag of food (two breakfasts, two lunches, two snacks, and two drinks), come to Elias Lutheran Church, located […]
James Rada Jr. Frederick County Public Schools Superintendent Theresa Alban made a conditional recommendation to the Board of Education to conditionally grant the Sabillasville Environmental School charter. If approved, it is expected that Sabillasville Elementary would become a K-8 charter school with a focus on environmental science. “It’s a beautiful location,” Alban noted. It is […]
Ryan Tokar, Thurmont Little League Thurmont Little League (TLL) closed registration for its fall season on August 15, and practices began in late August for the majority of its players. It was a welcome sight for many; however, for others, it seemed as if there was no off-season to speak of due to the many […]
written by James Rada, Jr. A new serial fiction story for your enjoyment 1: Master of the Flames Meshach Hunt stood on the mound of earth until his boots began smoking. Then, he danced around yelling, “Ouch, ouch, ouch!” Fifteen feet below him, his brother Abednego grinned, but he said, “Stop fooling around, Shack. We’ve […]
by dave ammenheuser The call came in the middle of a night in January 1991. The familiar male voice on the other line told me that I wouldn’t be hearing from him for a while. It was a special code that I had with my brother, Sgt. Robert Ammenheuser of the United States Army. I […]
There’s Nothing On by Valerie Nusbaum I’ve said it before, but it bears repeating for this column: Randy and I watch a lot of television. We have premium cable, which offers us hundreds of channels, including all the HBO variations. We also have at least five streaming services, including Netflix, IMDb, Peacock, HBOMax, and the […]
by James Rada, Jr. September 1921, 100 Years Ago Thurmont Wins Pennant Well, fellows, it’s all over. The pennant race has closed and Thurmont is on top. The last game was played Monday at Middletown and the terrific slugging and excellent field by the Thurmont team brought home the “li’l old rag.” The boys were […]
THE MAGNIFICENT HARNEY UNIVERSITY by James Rada, Jr. Note: This is the first in a series about the “achievements” of Harney University. Emmitsburg is known for being the home of Mount St. Mary’s University, but for a while, another nearby university regularly made the newspaper with stories of great innovations in science and technology that […]
“Helping You Find Plants That Work” by Ana Morlier Display the Season With an Autumn Bouquet The season of pumpkin spice, REASONABLE temperatures, corn mazes, and hot drinks is upon us. It’s finally September, folks! Aside from all of the fun activities and tasty food available in the fall season, the Catoctin Mountains have one […]