Community News
Local VFW Pays Tribute to Veterans
The Monocacy Valley VFW Memorial Post 6918 in Harney, Maryland, brought together members from all branches of the military in observance of Veterans Day, November 9. There was no shortage of patriotism, with the Honor Guard posting colors; the singing of “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “God Bless America,” led by VFW member Tom Nichols; the…
YMCA Expands Early Childhood Education with Launch of Early Head Start Program
New Classrooms Opening in Emmitsburg & Frederick The YMCA of Frederick County is excited to announce the expansion of its Head Start program to include Early Head Start services, offering crucial educational and developmental support for our community’s youngest children and their families. This fall, six new Early Head Start classrooms will open across Emmitsburg…
Emmitsburg Receives Prestigious Sustainable Maryland Certified Award
The Environmental Finance Center at the University of Maryland announced that the Town of Emmitsburg was one of 17 Maryland municipalities honored at the Sustainable Maryland Awards Ceremony at the Maryland Municipal League’s annual Fall Conference. The Town was certified at the Bronze level. “The Board of Commissioners would like to thank all the Town…
Community Difference Maker
C. Rodman Myers Nominated by: Nikki Eyler By Alisha Yocum In Thurmont, you might be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t know the name Rodman Myers. At 90 years old, Myers has been a lifelong resident of Thurmont and the face of agriculture in our community. Being a full-time farmer his entire life, he expressed,…
Seton Center Celebrates 55 Years
Seton Center in Emmitsburg recently celebrated its 55th Anniversary. The Seton Center’s mission is to work with its neighbors to build a hopeful future in the spirit of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton through a focus on the well-being of the whole person. The staff, board of directors, and supporters recently gathered to celebrate the accomplishment.…
Not to be Forgotten
Thurmont Lions Club 95th Charter Night Anniversary Lion Ruth Heaney & Joyce Anthony Excitement increased as the steps were climbed at Dutch’s Daughter restaurant. Gentle music drew guests toward the banquet room. Invitees entered through the French doors. Guests were greeted with a cordial smile and a “Good evening. Welcome,” as they received a program.…
Statue Donated by Bollinger Family
On September 22, the Bollinger family held a dedication of the Our Lady of Mount Carmel statue in honor of their parents, Sterling and Linda Bollinger. The statue was donated by the Bollinger family and is located at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church on N. Church Street in Thurmont.
Toys for Tots
Cub Scout Pack 270, BSA Scouts BSA Troop 270B and 270G, and Venturing Crew 270 are collecting new, unwrapped toys to help the USMC Toys for Tots program for Frederick County Maryland. Drop boxes can be found at Mountain Gate Restaurant in Thurmont, Jubilee grocery store in Emmitsburg, ACE Hardware in Thurmont, American Legion Post…
Emmitsburg Community Chorus to Perform Free Concert at Basilica of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
The Emmitsburg Community Chorus kicks off its fall season with a free performance at the historic Basilica of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 1. Under the direction of Peggy Flickinger, the 31-voice group includes members from Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. They are accompanied by pianist Lisa Mattia. The concert features…
Veterans Honored at Lewistown United Methodist Church
On Sunday, November 10, Reverend Mark Claiborne, honored the Veterans of Lewistown United Methodist Church. Veterans attending were Odale Martin, Jim Bostian, and Harold Staley. A table of memorabilia was on display, honoring church family members.
Mount St. Mary’s Students Volunteer at First Fruits Farm to Help Families in Need
Mount St. Mary’s University Knott Scholar joined First Fruits Farm in Freeland, Maryland. First Fruits Farm is a non-profit farm that, using a volunteer workforce, donates the resulting fresh produce to organizations serving needy families and individuals in their community. The Mount sent their Knott Scholarship recipient students to serve alongside First Fruit Farm to…
Thurmont Food Bank Receives Two Large Donations
The Thurmont Food Bank recently received two large donations. The first came from the Scouting for Food Collection, which netted over 6,500 pounds of food through a collection sponsored by local Scout Troops. Cub Scout Pack 270, Scouts BSA Troop 270B and 270G, and Venturing Crew 270 participated in Scouting’s National Scouting for Food drive,…
Scouts Honor Veterans
Scouts BSA Troop 270B and 270G honored our local Veterans on November 10, assisting the American Legion Post 168 Honor Guard in the flag ceremony at Trinity United Church of Christ. On November 18, Cub Scout Pack 270 hosted its annual Veterans Ice Cream Social at their monthly Pack meeting. Veteran family members and members…
