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GRMC welcomes Aster Berhane, MD, to Garrett Medical Group in LaVale
LAVALE — Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC) welcomes Aster Berhane, MD, to WVU Medicine Garrett Medical Group in LaVale. Dr. Berhane received her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI. She spent two years in an internal medicine residency program at Wayne, in the Detroit Medical Center. She obtained her undergraduate degree at Andrews University/Adventist University of East Africa, Kenya (affiliate university) in Berrien Springs, Mich.
Thayer, first Garrett College Board chair, dies
GRANTSVILLE — Diane Thayer, the first chair of the Garrett Community College Board of Trustees, passed away Saturday at Goodwill Retirement Community. Thayer — whose husband, the late Frederick A Thayer III, was a distinguished Garrett County jurist — was 90 years old.
Kitzmiller Homecoming set for July 27
KITZMILLER — The 35th annual Kitzmiller Homecoming is scheduled for next Saturday at the Kitzmiller Community Center (former Kitzmiller School.) Planned activities will include the annual car show, a cornhole tournament, a volleyball tournament, horse drawn carriage rides, and plenty more activities for families. Live music also will be featured in the afternoon.
Joseph Raymond “Joe” Stevens
Stevens, Joseph Joseph Raymond "Joe" Stevens, 80, of Grantsville, MD, passed from this life on Monday, July 15, 2024, at Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, WV. Born June 26, 1944, in Cumberland, MD, he was the youngest of three children born to James Arthur and Lucille Margaret (Smith) Stevens. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother James. A. Stevens, Jr., and his sister Dona (Stevens) Hungerford Smith. Mr. Stevens was a 1962 graduate of Beall High School. He also attended Frostburg State College, playing on the College's first football team. His early employment included the P & K Service Center, Frostburg, MD, and the Celanese Corporation, Cresaptown, MD. He retired from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, New Germany State Park and Savage River State Forest, with thirty-three years of service as a Forest Ranger. He was also a past member of the 365th Supply Company, United States Army Reserves, Cresaptown. Joe was a longtime member and former trustee of the Classy Chassis Car Club. Mr. Stevens is survived by his wife of 57 years, Rebecca Jane (Bowser) Stevens, whom he married on August 20, 1966; his daughter Julie (Stevens) Yoder and husband Dennis, Bittinger, MD; and two grandsons, Derek Yoder and wife Vicki, Oakland, MD; and Andrew Yoder, Bittinger. He is also survived by a number of nephews and nieces: Steve, Tommy, Michael, and Joe Hungerford, Sherri Coppage, Ladona Gorham, and James A. Stevens, III. He is also survived by several lifelong friends and fellow retirees: Rick Lewis, Harold (Mac) MacDonald, and Bob Hershberger; coffee buddies, Fred Holliday and Jim Wilburn; dear friends Jerry and Lori Clise; and many cousins and close friends. A Celebration of Life honoring Joe will be held on Saturday, August 24th at 7:00 p.m. in the Lake House at New Germany State Park, Grantsville, MD. A private interment will be held on the family farm in Preston County, WV. The family has asked friends and family who wish to express their sympathy to plant a tree or send contributions to Northern Garrett Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 293, Grantsville, MD 21536 or to Bittinger Vol. Fire Department/EMS, 176 Brenneman Road, Bittinger, MD, 21522, in Joe's memory. Newman Funeral Homes, P.A., 179 Miller Street, Grantsville, is assisting Joe's family with his arrangements.
Artists meet Union Street Playground in Somerset: Result fun and fancy
SOMERSET — Once Erin Mayak heard that a group of volunteers formed a committee working to revitalize the Union Street Playground she jumped in to help with her expertise as an artist. The Somerset elementary art teacher and president of the Laurel Arts Board of Directors Mayak added yet another local mural under...
Marlene M. (Mountain) Foor
Marlene M. (Mountain) Foor, 76, of Everett, formerly of Potter Creek, passed away on July 12, 2024 at Pennknoll Village. She was born on September 29, 1947 in Roaring Spring; daughter of the late Ernest and Alice Mountain. Marlene was a 1965 graduate of Northern Bedford High School and Lutheran in faith.
Even as Powerball jackpot climbs, Hagerstown player wins $50,000 prize
17 July 2024- Lottery players in Western Maryland were big winners on July 15, as Maryland’s in-state jackpot game, Multi-Match, delivered a $560,000 jackpot to a player in Cumberland, and a Powerball ticket sold in Hagerstown won a $50,000 prize. The Multi-Match ticket, which matched the six winning numbers...
Mt. Savage “Music in the Park” Event
Friday, July 19, 2024, from pm to 8 p.m. “Music In The Park” is where you want to be on Friday, July 19th, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event is being held on Iron Rail Street, across from the Mount Savage Fire Department. “Wayward Son Band” is gonna rock the stage, and you won’t want to miss it! Bring your own drinks and chair and get ready to have some serious fun in the park. It’s FREE! If it rains, the event will be held at the fire department. For more information, call (301)-264-4779.
WPL Shines Again for Southard Audio at DelFest
DelFest, one of the premier roots festivals in the US, has steadily evolved its technical infrastructure at the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland, MD, since its inception 17 years ago. Supporting the multi-stage event with sound reinforcement from the very beginning has been Martin Audio partner Southard Audio. This year,...
Introducing First United Bank & Trust’s new Director of HR Amanda McKenzie
First United Bank & Trust is thrilled to announce the promotion of Amanda McKenzie to the position of Director of Human Resources. With 20 years of experience in both banking and human capital, Amanda brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role. “Amanda is a driven professional...
Embassy to host Dr. Horrible weekend
CUMBERLAND, Md. — The Embassy Theatre, in collaboration with new producer Show-Benders, will stage a weekend pop-up musical for Buffyverse Josh Wedon fans Aug. 2-4. Written during the Hollywood writers’ strike of 2008 and produced exclusively for internet distribution, the plot centers on Dr. Horrible (Billy), an aspiring supervillain who documents his schemes in an onlineblog. In his quest to make a name for himself, he receives a letter from the Evil League of Evil, instructing him to commit murder to gain acceptance.
76-Year-Old Fatally Injured While Cutting Tree In Monroe County: Officials
A Somerset, New Jersey man was fatally struck by a falling tree branch in Middle Smithfield, according to authorities. David M. Feingold, 76, was cutting a tree on June 29 when a large branch fell and hit him, said the Lehigh County Coroner's Office. The accident happened on the 200 block of M…
Emmanuel Methodist Yard, Pizza & Bake Sale
Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Emmanuel United Methodist Women will hold a Yard, Pizza and Bake Sale on Saturday, July 20th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The church is located four miles west of Frostburg on U. S. Route 40. Yard Sale setup is free for everyone and breakfast and lunch are available. For more information, call (301)-689-3647.
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