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Westminster's Matthew Seidler among honorees at Memorial Day observance

Westminster's Matthew Seidler among honorees at Memorial Day observance

It was less than six years ago that Matthew Seidler accepted his diploma as a member of Westminster High School's Class of 2006.

'Skip' Amass leads the charge for Westminster's 145th Memorial Day observance

Not long after the sun comes up on Memorial Day, and hours before Westminster's 145th Memorial Day parade kicks off at 9:30 a.m., Arnold...

 

Liberty claims Class 2A state softball championship

It was one of the most improbable endings in the history of the state softball tournament.

Government and Politics

Getty reiterates concern for redistricting case; commissioners will get expense estimate

State Sen. Joe Getty (R-Dist 5) this week reiterated his concerns about a Maryland Court of Appeals filing by three commissioners and...

Carroll residents accuse Board of Commissioners of violating open meetings rules

Debate over the meaning of gold-colored sheets of paper passed among members of the Carroll County Board of Commissioners has pitted the...

Helt retains seat, Everich and King added to Mount Airy council

Mount Airy residents reaffirmed one sitting Town Council member to new term, added one previous member to return to the group, and also...

Delegation says county stands to lose $1 million in special session

Carroll County's Delegation to Annapolis said this past week that the county would be better off under the state's "doomsday" budget, and...

Community

Virginia Harrison honored for work with Human Relations Commission

WESTMINSTER — The Carroll County Human Relations Commission will hold a 20th anniversary celebration reception honoring Chairwoman...

Passion for music fills McDaniel student's hectic schedule

Allison Wyper said she has played music since birth.

Better or Worse: Through the spin cycle and wringer to get a new washing machine

"See that?" I asked, pointing at a TV ad for major appliances. "If we ever have to get a new washer and dryer, that's the color I want!"

Little Professor Book Center writing its final chapter in Eldersburg

When Frank Spruill first looked into franchises more than 30 years ago, he found three options: fast food, automobiles or books.

Education

Manchester mom nets sociology degree at McDaniel

Cristal Fortino, of Manchester, earned her degree in sociology from McDaniel College, and took part in commencement...

Commencement is latest step on journey of rebirth for Eldersburg woman

"Don't assume this is a two-hankie book. It is not. You will cry, but you will also laugh. You will experience not only anger, but...

Century High ranked in state's top 20 in Newsweek survey

Century High School in Sykesville was one of 23 Maryland high schools — and the only school in Carroll County — to earn a spot...

Winters Mill High ranked 36 in state in US News evaluation

Winters Mill High School ranked No. 36 in the state of Maryland and No. 1021 in the nation in the fourth edition of US News and World...

Business

Movie Guide for TownMall in Carroll County, May 20, 2012

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Tasteful tour on the menu for Westminster restaurant week

An even dozen restaurants in downtown Westminster have signed on for the first City of Westminster's Downtown Restaurant Week, which started...

Eldersburg residents wary of senior housing proposal

Just about the only excitement in the semi-rural residential neighborhood near the intersection of Oklahoma and Bennett roads, in...

Baldwin's Station in Sykesville named Maryland's Favorite Restaurant for 2012

In 15 years, Baldwin's Station has gone from the start-up stage to the forefront of fine dining.

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