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Barnstormers Take Over Sabillasville for a Day of Art and History
The rain cleared just in time to make way for a beautiful day of touring the barns of Sabillasville during the annual Barnstormers’ event, held on June 14 and sponsored by the Frederick County Landmarks Foundation (FCLF). Visitors from near and far came to explore eight unique barns, where docents were on-site to share each…
Town Hall Reports
Town Hall Report by James Rada, Jr. T h u r m o n tTown Makes Annual Contributions The Town of Thurmont recently presented checks to different organizations in town that provide needed services to town residents. The donations were: Guardian Hose Co. — $30,000 Thurmont Community Ambulance — $30,000 Thurmont Food…
From the Mayor
THURMONT Mayor John Kinnaird It’s hard to believe that we are halfway through the year already! Schools are out for summer vacation, and our kids are exploring and playing. Be extra careful on residential streets and near parks and playgrounds. Kids don’t always look both ways when crossing roads and often cross where there are…
Town of Thurmont Recognized as a Tree City USA for the Ninth Consecutive Year
The Arbor Day Foundation named the Town of Thurmont a 2024 Tree City USA for the ninth consecutive year in honor of its commitment to plant, grow, and maintain trees to benefit its community. Thurmont also received a Growth Award for the fifth consecutive year, demonstrating improved levels of tree care and community engagement. The…
Maryland on Stamps
Richard D. L. Fulton Baltimore’s Inner Harbor: 1989 Maryland’s Appalachian Trail: 2025 The United States Postal Service (USPS) issued six 15-cent “America the Beautiful”-themed postal cards, featuring major United States attractions, one of which was dedicated to the Baltimore Inner Harbor, on October 7, 1989. The stamp depicts the 1797 frigate USS Constitution as it…
The Evolution of Route 40
Richard D. L. Fulton President Dwight D. Eisenhower established the International Highway System (IHS) when he signed the National Interstate and Defense Highways Act in 1956, which then initiated the creation of a highway system, connecting the East and West coasts. Eisenhower, while serving in the Army, was initially inspired to create such a road…
The Summer Solstice
by Aditi Dhananjaya, High School Student Each year, usually around June 20, time in the Northern Hemisphere seems to pause. This day is known as the Summer Solstice. It officially marks the beginning of summer and is the longest stretch of daylight all year. For a lot of people, it is a seasonal marker. But…
Cuddles Cat Rescue in Thurmont Seeks Volunteers to Care for Cats in Need
Cuddles Cat Rescue, a nonprofit organization in Thurmont, is currently caring for seven adult cats and eight kittens, all of whom are available for adoption. The rescue is seeking responsible adults over the age of 21 to volunteer during morning or evening shifts, each lasting approximately two hours. Volunteer duties include feeding, cleaning cages and…
Keep Your Pets Safe from the Summer Heat
During the hot summer temperatures, it’s important to remember that pets can overheat. A pet overheating can lead to heatstroke, a life-threatening condition where the body temperature rises to dangerous levels. Here are a few crucial preventative measures you can take to keep your pets safe and healthy in the scorching summer heat: (1) Ensure…
