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The Catoctin Banner
P.O. Box 271
Thurmont, MD 21788
Phone: 301-271-4226
Fax: 301-271-1746
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Library To Celebrate 50th Anniversary 

Celebrating the Past, Digging the Future" will be the theme of a combination groundbreaking and 50th birthday celebration for the Thurmont Library, according to Frederick County Public Libraries. A special event marking the occasion will be held on Saturday, November 18, 10:00 a.m., at the site of the new regional facility at 76 East Moser Road.   Full Story

Thurmont Holiday Events

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas around Thurmont. And, the evening sky around Thurmont will be a little brighter starting Saturday, November 25, as the town of Thurmont holds its annual tree lighting ceremony at 6:30 p.m.  Full Story

Residents Excited About Downtown
 "Gallery Stroll"

The scores of people who turned out for Thurmont’s first Gallery Stroll on Friday are an indication that that the community is ready for more art, music and entertainment.  Full Story

 

Three Annexation Proposals Moving Forward:  Three formal annexation proposals that were recently made to Thurmont are still moving forward after town board members voted on November 7 that the Myers Farm property is adjacent and contiguous to the town... Full Story

Partisan Politics Play Role in Election, But Not for BOCC: While many local residents and politicians are sick of partisan politics, the recent gubernatorial election has underscored the disparity between how Frederick County votes compared to the rest of Maryland, and compared to voters nationwide. ... Full Story

Llocal women will share  writing and editing talent with the Banner : Ingrid Mezo has joined The Catoctin Banner as a freelance writer and reporter to cover local government and business news for Thurmont and Emmitsburg...  Full Story

The Reverend Sally Joyner-Giffin Installed at Harriet Chapel: On Sunday, October 29, Harriet Chapel – Catoctin Episcopal Parish installed its new rector, The Reverend Sally Joyner-Giffin. The Right Reverend John Rabb, Bishop Suffragan of the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland, officiated at the Celebration of New Ministry service. ...  Full Story

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