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July 2006 Online Edition


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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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Guardian Hose Company Closes Shop at Old Station

Guardian Hose Company volunteers were clad in Class A uniform while friends, family and community members joined them in celebrating the end of an era ... Full Story.

Trolley Trail Making Strides

The Thurmont Lions Club is working away on the Thurmont Trolley Trail project. A small band of volunteers have been gathering to do the physical labor of moving rocks and raking stones while other volunteers have donated their heavy equipment to help with the big work. Full Story

Lions Club Presents Awards

The annual Education Night was recently observed by the Thurmont Lions Club at a recent meeting held at the Cozy Restaurant. A number of awards were presented to students and teachers as well as to five Boy Scouts who have reached the rank of Eagle Scout.  Full Story

 

Mandatory Recycling for Thurmont Residents:  Rising landfill fees and increasing waste has forced the town of Thurmont to cut costs by requiring residents to recycle... Full Story.

Emmitsburg's WWII Airplane Spotters: I am one of a very few people left who knew what Emmitsburg was like in the 1940s during the War... Full Story

Thespians Back Onstage Presenting "Teenages": This summer, the Thurmont Thespians are tackling a world premiere for their annual teen theatre musical.  Full Story

Civil War Heritage, Celebrated:  On July 1st, part of the Mountain Top Heritage Days held in Blue Ridge Summit included a Civil War living history where Union forces overtook the Confederate Cavalry... Full Story

Local Bicycling Challenge Promotes Helmet Safety:
Avid bicyclist Spanky Bentz of Sabillasville knows the importance of wearing a helmet when riding a bike... Full Story

Thurmont Step Back in Time at 50s & 60s Night  This year’s event will include a new twist — a "Slave Auction". During the first band break (about 6:30 to 6:45 p.m.), town officials and other prominent local people will be auctioned off to provide you with services around the house. Money raised in the auction will support the town’s annual Halloween in the Park program ..  Full Story

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