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Thurmont Mayor John Kinnaird Wow, here we are in 2025—it seems time goes by faster every year! Karen and I hope everyone had an amazing Christmas. Spending time with friends and family makes for very...
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by James Rada, Jr. Thurmont Simmers Property Annexation Proposal Cross & Company, LLC recently reintroduced a new annexation plan for the Simmers Property at 304 Apples Church Road. Nearly 8 acres...
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More Than Antlers
How Hunting Sustains Tradition, Nature, and FamiliesAlisha Yocum When I took over the newspaper a year ago, one of the most common questions I heard was, “Are you bringing back the deer hunting...
View ArticleEmmitsburg 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. Recent...
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The Flagon
Submitted by Joan Bittner Fry Recently, while browsing in one of my favorite thrift shops, I found a 2007 cookbook. The cover signified that it was written in celebration of the 275th Anniversary of...
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Businesses Past…
Taneytown’s Rainbow Roller Rink by Richard D. L. Fulton Taneytown’s Rainbow Roller Rink, located in Big Pipe Creek Park in Taneytown, was in operation from 1940 until eventually closing its doors...
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The Burlap Door Opens in Taneytown
Alisha Yocum As her craft space in her basement started overflowing, Stephanie Fish of Westminster knew it was the right time to take her hobby to the next level! “Growing up, my mom was very crafty,”...
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Sara Kep’s Kitchen Removes the Hassle from Dinner Prep
James Rada Jr. Instead of feeling rushed to get a nutritious meal on the table or spending a small fortune eating out, many people are using a meal delivery service. Thurmont has its own service...
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Maryland on Stamps…
Chesapeake Bay: 2006 Richard D. L. FultonOn May 27, 2006, the United States Postal Service (USPS) issued a set of 39-cent stamps commemorating Wonders of America, one of which focused on the...
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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...
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by James Rada, Jr. Thurmont Streetlight Replacement Approved The Thurmont Mayor and Commissioners approved a bid from Catoctin Lighting to replace 114 streetlights in the Pleasant Acres and Bennett...
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My First Ambulance Ride
Doctor checking x-ray results By JEFF YOCUM It was the night before Christmas / And all through the house / Not a creature was stirring / But for the guy crying, “OUCH”! That guy was me, and I was...
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Finding Love Then and Now
The Changing Landscape of Relationships February is here, and love is in the air! As Valentine’s Day approaches, restaurants will fill with couples enjoying romantic dinners, while florists will...
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North County Supply Opens in Emmitsburg
Alisha Yocum With spring just around the corner, North County Supply in Emmitsburg is ready to become your go-to destination for lawn and garden essentials, home décor, gifts, and more! Owners Chris...
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Old Line Leather Lids Brings Unique Fire Helmet Services to Emmitsburg
Alisha Yocum Emmitsburg welcomed Old Line Leather Lids with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony at 5 East Main Street on February 15. Mayor Frank Davis attended the event, expressing his enthusiasm...
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James Rada Jr. Thurmont residents are still opposing the plan to annex 16 acres of the Simmers property into the town. Nearly 8 acres of the 24.5-acre property at 304 Apples Church Road is already...
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New Goodwill Opens in Thurmont
Old One Will Also Stay Open For Now James Rada Jr. Dozens of people showed up to wait in line in the rain on February 6 for the new Goodwill store in Thurmont to open. After three meetings for...
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Chele’s Pick
by Michele Tester For One More Day by Mitch Albom I started a Book Club many years ago with a few of my fellow book-lover friends. My book pick for our first club meeting was For One More Day by Mitch...
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Maryland on Stamps…
Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse Richard D. L. Fulton On August 6, 2021, the United States Postal Service (USPS) issued a “forever” stamp, featuring the Maryland Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse as part of...
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Thurmont Mayor John KinnairdMayor 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...
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