From the Mayor
THURMONT Mayor John Kinnaird Karen and I hope that everyone had a very Merry Christmas with family and friends, and that the New Year brings good health and happiness. The New Year is traditionally a time when we make resolutions about changing things in our lives, like losing weight, spending more time with our family,…
From the Mayor
THURMONT Mayor John Kinnaird First, I want to thank everyone who voted for me and for your continued support. My thoughts after the election are that we, as a community, can continue to work toward our common goal of making Thurmont the best it can be, and I look forward to playing a part in…
From the Mayor
THURMONT Mayor John Kinnaird Here we are in fall, with the beautiful foliage brightening our view. If you haven’t had a chance to get out and enjoy the colors, be sure to do so soon. Colorfest has come and gone, and we just had Halloween in the Park. Colorfest had a great crowd on Saturday,…
A Big Day for the Town of Woodsboro
It was a beautiful day in Woodsboro as residents gathered for the long-awaited ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new Town Hall. Excitement filled the air as the town officially opened the doors to its very first municipal building—a milestone many years in the making. Burgess Heath Barnes led the ceremony, alongside Woodsboro Commissioners John Cutshall, Bill…
From the Mayor
THURMONT Mayor John Kinnaird Here we are at the end of September already! Schools are back in session, and autumn is coming fast. With the changing season will come the nice cooler temperatures, colorful leaves, and fall events. We just celebrated the 69th Annual Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show, and I am looking forward to…
From the Mayor
THURMONT Mayor John Kinnaird August is upon us, and with it will come some of the hottest days we will probably see this year. When temperatures reach the 90s and above, be sure to stay indoors whenever possible and stay hydrated if you are outdoors. Heat stroke and heat exhaustion are both dangerous conditions. Heat…
From the Mayor
Emmitsburg Mayor Frank Davis As we head into the summer months, I want to give you an update on the projects that have been ongoing for the last several months. The new sewer lift station on Creamery Road is up and running and appears to be operating as designed. This project replaced another piece of…
From the Mayor
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird Mayor John Kinnaird was unable to submit his column for this month. Emmitsburg Mayor Frank Davis This month, I want to dedicate my article to the Daughters of Charity. This year marks the 50th anniversary celebration of the canonization of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. The next several months are full of…
From the Mayor
Thurmont Mayor John KinnairdMayor John Kinnaird was unable to submit his column for this month. Emmitsburg Mayor Frank Davis I do not want to jinx us, but I think the worst of winter may be over. The baseball fi eld has been full of young players, the dog park is barking, and the playgrounds are…
From the Mayor
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird Mayor John Kinnaird was unable to submit his column for this month. Emmitsburg Mayor Frank Davis February has been a busy month, filled with community events, meetings, and new opportunities to enhance our town. Hopefully, we’ve made it through the toughest part of winter as we prepare for exciting spring activities.…
From the Mayor
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird Can you believe that it’s February already? The winter has been hitting us pretty hard with the snowfall and freezing temperatures; hopefully, it will warm up a little for us. When the temperatures drop, please watch family, friends, and neighbors to ensure they are safe and warm. Make sure your outdoor…
From the Mayor
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird Here we are in December; the years seem to go by faster and faster. With Christmas coming up, Karen and I want to share our wishes for each of you and share our Christmas wish list. I know it seems early, but I want to give everyone enough time to…
From the Mayor
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird It’s hard to believe that Colorfest has come and gone! We had beautiful weather both days with nice crowds. I am certain that our local organizations did very well and the funds they raised will benefit our community. Colorfest is the largest fundraising opportuntiy of the year for many local non-profits…
From the Mayor
Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Town of Thurmont will be hosting the Gateway to the Cure fundraiser in support of the Hurwitz Breast Cancer Fund at Frederick Health. Patty Hurwitz and her husband, Jeff, established the Hurwitz Breast Cancer Fund after she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Patty…
From the Mayor
Emmitsburg Mayor Frank Davis Mayor Davis was unavailable to write his Mayor’s message for this edition. He is on a family vacation. He will return next month with more town news. Woodsboro Burgess Heath Barnes Greetings! I hope everyone is staying cool during this hot summ er. It seems like summer has flown by, and…
From the Mayor
THURMONT Mayor John Kinnaird On Saturday, May 11, Karen and I attended the remembrance ceremony for Commissioner Bill Buehrer. The gathering was held at Stauffer’s Funeral Home on Opposumtown Pike in Frederick and was well attended. I was pleasantly surprised by the number of people there that I knew. Since Bill and I were not…
From the Mayor
Emmitsburg Mayor Frank Davis As we are halfway through the spring season, it is the time of year to work on your list of chores that have built up over the winter. You also need to take time and enjoy other activities, and May is full of things to do. On May 3-5, we will,…
From the Mayor
Emmitsburg Mayor Frank Davis Every month brings new challenges, but each month also brings new opportunities to improve the day-to-day operations of the town. This past month was no exception. I had the opportunity to spend three days in Annapolis, meeting with fellow mayors at the Maryland Municipal League Mayors Conference. The time spent sharing…
From the Mayor
Emmitsburg Mayor Frank Davis As the winter months are flying by, we are starting to plan for warmer weather. We are in the planning stage for an improved farmers’ market. We are still looking for new vendors and are excited about the return of last year’s participants. Softball and baseball will again fill our parks…
From the Mayor
Emmitsburg Mayor Frank Davis My first few months as mayor have passed quickly. It has been busy and I’m constantly learning something new. The behind-the-scenes operations that keep our town running are impressive. I have gained a new appreciation for the workload and time required to meet the needs of our citizens. Sometimes, it may…
