Thurmont observes 50th Creeger Post 168 Legion anniversary
Thirty years William Detweiler, guest speaker and national commander of the American Legion, talks with Richard Santos, national executive committeeman, Lee Fisher, Post 168 finance officer. At far left, Clarence Bacon, past national commander, joins the officers and guests in Thurmont to celebrate the post’s 50th anniversary on Friday.
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William Detweiler
The
American Legion
Richard Santos
Lee Fisher
Clarence Bacon
Thurmont
Edwin C. Creeger Jr
Lyme disease victims form monthly support group
Lyme disease victims in Williamsport Maryland form a support group at the Washington County Free Library drawing about 25 participants with a regional total around 70. They challenge official statistics arguing awareness is lacking and early antibiotic treatment can prevent severe outcomes.
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Baker
Potomac
Williamsport
Potomac River
Washington County
Lyme
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Maryland
Catoctin zoo seeks funds to buy leased land in Thurmont
The Catoctin Mountain Zoo Park in Thurmont Maryland launched a campaign to raise one million dollars to purchase the 32 acre property it currently leases for its 200 animals. Donors can buy an honorary square foot under the Lend A Hand Sponsor A Foot drive. The goal is to own land to attract more funding and support future expansion and an endowment.
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Thurmont, Md
Catoctin Mountain Zoo Park
U.S. 15
Thurmont
Gerry Strachan
Zoo Board
Stracham
Catoctin Mountain Zoological Society
Strachan
Mel Danner
Minister plans to start free goods clearinghouse in Frederick
Rev Wayne Masser owner of Peace and Plenty Ministries Used Appliances seeks to open a distribution center at 4 Commerce St to provide furniture clothing building materials and nonperishable food free of charge to Frederick County residents in need. The Saturday operation will screen beneficiaries via church or social service references and rely on donations from individuals and local charities.
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Frederick County
Wayne Masser
Peace & Plenty Ministries
Masser
Commerce Street
Myersville
Tampa
Fla
Goodwill Industries of
Monocacy Valley Inc
Commerce St
Cycling tour stops in Frederick for fund raising
Cycle Across Maryland plans a July 27 stop at Frederick High School for a five day cycling tour benefiting the school band and boosters. About 1,400 cyclists aged 8 to 65 are expected to camp on practice fields behind the school. Proceeds fund helmet distribution and safety literature statewide. Participants may still register. fee is 175.
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Frederick High School
Pat Bernstein
Chris Jarvis
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First National Bank
Bernstein
Oakland
Swallow Falls State Park
Grantsville
Frostburg
Hancock
Williamsport
Fort Frederick
Frederick
Howard
Baltimore
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Royal Academy of Dancing
Peabody Preparatory
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Mid-Maryland Performing Arts Centre
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