Community News
Gold Star Families Memorial Dedicated
By Lion Susan Favorite 1Lt Robert Seidel was killed in Iraq in May 2006; Airman Apprentice Patrick Stellitano passed on U.S. soil in February 2020. What could these two men have in common? They died 14 years apart, on different continents, in different branches of the military. What they had in common: two determined, committed…
Pumpkin Challenge
Mayors John Kinnaird (pictured left) of Thurmont and Frank Davis (pictured right) of Emmitsburg face off in a friendly challenge as residents compete to see which town can divert the most fall pumpkins from the landfill. Thurmont’s 4th Annual Great Pumpkin Pick Up takes place Saturday, November 28. Beginning at 9:00 a.m., volunteers will pick…
National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week
Did you know that the first full week in November celebrates National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week, honoring animal shelters, rescue groups, and the staff and volunteers who care for homeless pets? The annual appreciation week was established in 1996 by the Humane Society of the United States to recognize daily shelter operations, pet…
Thurmont Food Bank News
November is always a busy month at the Thurmont Food Bank (TFB), and this year, the cutback in food stamps is making food assistance more important than ever. Anyone in need who lives in Northern Frederick County (north of Mountaindale and Lewistown) may receive food twice a month on any Tuesday, from 5:00 p.m. to…
Mountain Fest Celebrates 50 Years
By Alisha Yocum For the 50th Anniversary of Mountain Fest, patrons saw a mix of weather. Saturday was a beautiful fall day, but Sunday brought four inches of rain; despite the downpour, organizers and vendors prevailed to make the event a success. It was 1976 when community members of the Northwestern Civic Association held its…
Mountain Fest Announces Car Show Winners
The 50th Annual Car Show at the Sabillasville Mountain Fest drew big crowds on October 10 with over 90 cars in attendance. Congratulations to all the winners! Please save the date for next year’s show, which will be on October 9. People’s Choice: Jay and Tracie Cody, 1962 Chevy C10 Kid’s Choice: Steve Bankard, 1956…
Local Drop-Off Locations Opening Soon For Operation Christmas Child
Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, from November 16 through November 23. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering gift-filled shoeboxes to children, including many who are suffering from war, poverty, disease, and disaster. Operation Christmas Child hopes to reach 12.8 million children in…
