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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

The next time you stop in to grab a bite to eat at 10Tavern in Thurmont, you may see some new faces around. Gunit Gill and Manasvi Gandhi, proudly supported by their husbands, Gaurav and Ankur. have become the new owners of the local establishment, which originally opened on July 4, 2023, by The Gulf…

by Richard D. L. Fulton Manahan’s General Store Charles F. Manahan, Sabillasville, operated the Sabillasville-located Charles F. Manahan & Son General Store, which dealt in general merchandise, feed, and coal. The store is now a residence, located at 17036 Sabillasville Road. The side of the building is situated parallel to the road and fronts the…

Emmitsburg New Business and Development Briefs The following are the statuses of new businesses and developments coming to Emmitsburg from the town planner’s report: Federal Stone (Creamery Road, east side of U.S. 15) — Under construction. One of the water meters has been installed. Backflow permit applications have been received. Christ Community Church (Creamery Road)…

James Rada, Jr. Walking into Thurmont’s newest event facility on May 31, you might have been surprised to see people getting their eyebrows worked on or lying on a table to get a massage. Hundreds of people attended Thurmont’s first Community Wellness Event in The Vault 1891. The event allowed area residents to meet and…

Maxine Troxell The annual banquet and meeting of the Thurmont High School (THS)Alumni Association was held at the Rocky Ridge Fire Company Activities Building on Saturday, June 7, with 189 in attendance. President Ron Pearcey (Class of 1964) welcomed everyone at 4:00 p.m. and led the pledge to the flag, followed by Raymond (Rocky) Birely…

October 16, 1937 – June 5, 2025 Juanita Jane Myers Bowers, age 87, of Walkersville, MD, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at her home. She was born on October 16, 1937, in Emmitsburg, MD, and was the daughter of the late Charles F. Myers and Helen Stonesifer Myers. Juanita graduated from Thurmont High…

May 30, 1942 – June 4, 2025 It is with deep sorrow that the family of Nelson Leroy Smith announces his passing on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at the age of 83. Mr. Smith (Smitty) of Thurmont passed away at WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital. Born on May 30, 1942, in Frederick County, MD, he was the…

March 13, 1940 – June 1, 2025 James (Jim) Glenn Bittner, 85, of Sabillasville, MD, died Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the home of his daughter and son-in-law in Sabillasville. Jim was born March 13, 1940, at home in Lantz (now Sabillasville), to the late Harold A. and Helen E. (Miller) Bittner. He attended church…

May 10, 1985 – July 17, 2023 In loving memory of Bryan M. Riffle who left this world July 17, 2023. We miss you every day and think about you with love, knowing we’ll be together again in that peaceful place where you’re waiting. Love, Kevin R. Riffle (Dad) and Cynthia Wyant For Bryan –…

by Jeff Yocum “A Change of Scenery” focuses on day trips from Thurmont that are within 150 miles (give or take). These trips will not include “Disney-level” destinations, but rather, lesser-known points of interest. The purpose of the article is to suggest venues for folks seeking a short, easily accessible change of scenery. In the…

In a hard-fought contest, the Thurmont Nationals defeated Glade Valley 2-1 to claim the championship title in the Frederick County Babe Ruth 14U Tournament. Pictured from left: (back row) Coach Jeff Kuhn, Landon Hahn, Bryson Workman, Noah Bradbury, Parker Hahn, Jeremy Veronie, Napoleon Garcia, Eli Yocum, Jason Day, Myles Kuhn, Coach John Veronie; (front row)…

Thurmont Thunder won the Frederick County Babe Ruth League 16U Championship. They yielded just one run in each of their three tournament games. The Thunder are currently riding a 30-game win streak and have accumulated four season Championship banners and two runner-up finishes in the last seven spring and fall seasons. Pictured from left: Coach…

Jimmy Ward, CYA Soccer Director of Coaching The Catoctin Youth Association Soccer Club (CYASC) officially wrapped up a successful 2025 spring season, and with it came countless moments of connection, development, and community pride. More than just wins and losses, this season was defined by the smiles on the field, the support in the stands,…