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Accelerant Detection K9 “Sky” Retires
For over seven years, Senior Deputy State Fire Marshal Melissa Decker and her partner, K9 Sky, have been assisting fire investigators across Maryland and beyond in finding trace amounts of flammable liquids to help build cases against arsonists or to rule out their...
The Bloodhounds Are Returning to GARRETT COUNTY
Please refer to the seminar information so you can be fully informed about what is happening during this week of training. The NPBA was a long-time fixture at the 4-H Camp for about 20 years and then decided to move the Spring Seminar in 1999, just north of Bradford,...
Join Dolly’s Journey to Her Forever Home!
Help us re-write Dolly's story! Imagine the pain and heartbreak of being left behind and abandoned in a world where love feels like a distant memory. This was the heartbreaking reality that befell our furry friend, Dolly, and several other dogs, when they were...
Deep Creek Lake Lions Club Release Inclusive Playground Research Results
In 2023, the Deep Creek Lake Lions Club convened a special advisory committee to provide input and recommendations for creating an inclusive playground that welcomes and ensures access to all children and adults with disabilities and encourages socialization between...
Over 1-in-10 Maryland Workers Have Found a New ‘Work Spouse’ Since Returning to the Office
Originally published by Wealth of Geeks. In the ever-evolving landscape of office culture, there's a trend that has subtly been emerging, without crossing any HR boundaries. Enter the era of the work spouse – a term that's been buzzing through cubicles and Zoom rooms...
Be a part of Deep Creek Farmers Market this season!
The Deep Creek Farmers Market will return in May for another season of local food, handmade goods, and community fun! Are you a local farmer or rancher, artisan, craftsperson, or food stand? Interested in joining DCFM? We are now accepting Vendor Applications for the...
Approved GCPS 2024-25 School Calendar
The Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) APPROVED 2024-25 school year calendar, developed by the GCPS Calendar Committee, is now available for review on the Public Relations page of our website. www.gcps.net/public-relations. The Calendar Committee met in January and...
Maryland Expands Quarantine Zone for Invasive Spotted Lanternfly to Cover Most of the State
Originally published by Baltimore Sun. Maryland officials have once again expanded the “quarantine zone” for spotted lanternflies, the invasive insects that damage grapevines and other plants. On Monday, the Maryland Department of Agriculture expanded the zone to...
Republican Candidate Mariela Roca Endorsed by Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich
Republican candidate for Maryland's Sixth Congressional District, Dr. Mariela Roca, has been officially endorsed by former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Newt Gingrich. Speaker Gingrich visited the district last October and hosted a fundraising event in...
Garrett County Forestry Board Poster Contest Winners
The results are in! Thank you to all the students and teachers who supported this year's poster contest! We had a total of 49 entries and lots of good contenders! It was certainly a difficult decision to narrow them down to the top 3. This year's winners are as...
Safeguard Your Medications to Protect Everyone
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is coordinating another National Drug Take-Back Initiative across the United States on Saturday, April 27, 2024. In addition to the three permanent take-back locations, Garrett County is adding several temporary locations...
Garrett County Local Management Board Community Partnership Survey and Session Results Recording Now Available
Here is the PowerPoint Presentation from the Recording.
Deep Creek Lake Lions Club Celebrates Successful 2024 Blind Skier
By all accounts the 2024 Deep Creek Lake Lions Club blind skier program was a rousing success. This 51st year of the program instructed 20 skiers who are visually impaired plus family members who also participate in activities. This year’s program ran during four...
Garrett County Public Schools: Inclement Weather Update – March 11, 2024
Garrett County Public Schools will open two (2) hours late today, Monday, March 11, 2024.
Chamber Now Accepting 2024 Autumn Glory Royalty Applications
The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting applications for the 2024 Autumn Glory King and Queen. Students may download applications on the 57th Annual Autumn Glory Festival page of visitdeepcreek.com. Students are required to submit a 300-word...
POA Creates Digital Archive of Historic Deep Creek Lake Visitor’s Guides
In preparation for the Deep Creek Lake Centennial celebration in 2025, the POA has sponsored the development of a digital archive of Garrett County and Deep Creek Lake Visitor's Guides dating back to the 1950's. With financial assistance with a grant from the Garrett...
Garrett County Couple Arrested for June 2023 House Fire
A Garrett County man and woman were charged after a grand jury handed up indictments for an arson fire last summer that killed two cats and almost a kennel of puppies at their home. Christopher J. Baker, 36, and April J. Fazenbaker, 41, both of Friendsville, were...
I Can Swim! Grads are now CARC Lifeguards
Twin sisters who were part of I Can Swim! (ICS) during its inaugural year are now the first I Can Swim! graduates lifeguarding at the Edwards Community Aquatic & Recreation Complex (CARC). “We’ve been going to the CARC forever,” said Katie Allen. “I think we even...
Health Department Reports First Case of Lab-confirmed Rabies for 2024
Environmental Health Services of the Garrett County Health Department reports the first case of laboratory-confirmed rabies for 2024. The raccoon and dog encounter occurred on February 29, 2024, near the Grantsville area. The dog, whose rabies vaccination was current,...
Garrett County Democrats Come Together to Meet Candidates and Gear Up for This Year’s Elections
The Garrett County Democratic Central Committee announces that they will host their annual Roosevelt/Kennedy Democratic Dinner on Thursday, March 28, at 5:00 PM. at the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College. The event will be a little different from previous years...
Record of River and Climatological Observations for February 2024
Arrowhead Cove Dredging Report
Project Background Deep Creek Lake is an approximately 3,900-acre lake in Garrett County, Maryland. The lake serves as a public water supply and provides extensive recreational opportunities. Since the lake’s construction in 1925, no major sediment removal activities...
First United Bank & Trust’s Online Banking Update Coming Soon!
Online Banking enhancements and upgrades. First United Bank & Trust is excited to announce that our online banking platform will soon have a brand-new look and feel. The new design is modern, sleek, and responsive. It can be accessed from any device using a...
Board Meeting Update: Superintendent’s Contract
During the February 28, 2024, Special Work Session of the Garrett County Board of Education (GCBOE), the Board voted to award Dr. Brenda McCartney, GCPS Interim Superintendent, with a four-year contract as the Superintendent of Schools. "I am honored to be offered the...
Library Hosts Lynne Dale, Celtic Harper, in Recognition of Irish American Heritage Month
The Ruth Enlow Library invites the public to celebrate Irish American Heritage Month with a Celtic Harp concert on Monday, March 18, from 3:00 – 4:00 PM. at the Friendsville Library. The concert will feature harper Lynne Dale performing a selection of Celtic and...
Rotary Club of Oakland Supports Suicide Prevention in Garrett County
At the opening of the 2023 Rotary International Assembly, Rotary International President-Elect Gordon McInally announced the Rotary Theme for 2023-24: Create Hope in the World! He explained that the goal is to restore hope to help the world heal from destructive...
Anne Arundel County Public Schools (MD) is the 40th Most Envied School District in America Among Parents
Originally published by Test Prep Insight. School zoning is a term that parents in particular know all too well, as it determines the school their children will attend and the quality of education they will receive. This arrangement often seems like a lottery, heavily...
Garrett County Government Team Raises Over $7,800 for Special Olympics Maryland
In the spirit of community and generosity, 15 Garrett County Government employees took the plunge at the first-ever Community Dunk event, collectively raising an impressive $7,827 for Special Olympics Maryland. The first-ever Community Dunk drew new participants from...
Garrett County Family Fun Festival & Health Fair Scheduled for April 6
The Garrett County Steps to Better Health Committee announced that the 2024 Family Fun Festival and Health Fair will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024. The event will take place from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Community Aquatic & Recreation Complex (CARC) at...
Maryland State Board of Education, Blueprint AIB to Hold February 27 Joint Meeting
The Maryland State Board of Education and Blueprint Accountability and Implementation Board (AIB) will meet jointly on Tuesday, February 27, 9:00 AM, at the Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building, 200 W. Baltimore St., in the Board Room (7th floor). The joint...