The scenic, pastoral lands along US Route 15 just north of Thurmont may be changing drastically. One of the most scenic sections of US Route 15 in Frederick County, this stretch of scenic farmland may be developed into a shopping center and massive housing project.  Full Story

Guardian Hose Company Begins Capital Campaign for New Fire Hall

the fire company is seeking your help at a higher level. The company is about to break ground on a much-needed $2.2. million fire hall that will bring help the company better serve the public. The timing is right to undertake this project. The company just purchased a new Rescue Squad to replace an outdated one and does not anticipate the need to replace any new major apparatus until 2012. The latest purchase, at a cost of nearly $500,000, has been paid for in full.  Full Story

Every February, I am reminded of the last trolley run between Thurmont and Frederick and the important part it played in the history of our community and the services it rendered to all the folks who lived along the 17 mile route.  Full Story