Slopeside Market (a gas station located along Route 219 in McHenry) now has a new Lottery machine. You can purchase any game from this machine, including Mega and Powerball.

The Rooster’s Nest is now open at 12336 National Pike in Grantsville, Maryland 21536. Offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with daily specials. There is a bar and lounge area and food is also available to-go!

 

The new watering stations are in at the Oakland Dog Park. Your dog can use the lower fountain or bring your own bowl and fill it up.

Subway at the Lake (Trader’s Landing) has gotten a facelift and is under new management.

CurlyRed and Craeve & Co. is opening new office space in downtown Oakland on Alder Street.

Cashmere  Clothing Co is a new designer fashion boutique in the heart of Deep Creek Lake, MD. Located in The Fort in McHenry, Cashmere has blouses, pants, accessories and even vegan leather jackets! Open daily starting May 11 from 10am-6pm.

After more than 29  years at Deep Creek Lake, Smiley’s Bar and Grill and Fun Zone has been sold to Tack Spiker. Smile’ys has two gocart tracks, lazer tag, mini-golf, an assortment of arcade games and the famous Brew City cheese fries! Smiley’s Restaurant and the new Deep Creek Fun Zone will be reopened in mid-May.

Lovelight Pediatrics is now open! Dr. Stephanie Sisler started Lovelight as a pediatric office located in Oakland, MD at the previous location of Dr. Williams’ Chiropractic office. Call 301-533-7060 to schedule an appointment for your child.

Sipside Lounge is a relaxed venue to enjoy wine, liquor, and craft beer right in the heart of historic Oakland.
GRAND OPENING: 3:30 p.m. Friday, February 15th.

We just heard from Jamie and Rayetta of Deep Creek Catering; they have recently purchased the Jubilee restaurant in Friendsville. With their planned opening towards the end of this month, they will continue to offer offsite catering for weddings, and large corporate events and will also be reopening the Jubilee restaurant.

A community light display is on now through December 31, 2018; from 5-11:30 pm each night.
I just heard that the Dairy Queen in Oakland will be closing for a few days for renovations. It looks like they will be closing Sunday December 9 at 6:00 pm and reopening on the 14th of December. Better get your Blizzard “fix” before they start their renovations
Amish Connections is closing; 40%-off storewide except for commissioned items.
Oakland Weight Watchers has changed its name to Oakland WW. Effective immediately, their meeting times are: an Express Workshop (15 minutes) on Wednesdays at 7:30am at Oakland Jazzercise (13227 Garrett Hwy, Oakland), doors open at 7am & a full Workshop on Thursdays at 5:30pm at the Mary Browning Center (104 East Center Street, Oakland), doors open at 5pm.

Don Patron Mexican Restaurant will be going in the previous KFC location in Oakland, MD. Opening date is to be determined.

Alder Street Diner is open for business; serving up burgers, fries, hot dogs, soup and more! Open Tuesday – Saturday 11 am – 8 pm. Located on Alder Street in Downtown Oakland in the previous Top Chef’s location by Nola’s Salon. Call 240-488-1178. (photo by Michelle Ross)

Oakland Oil and Propane now has a new McHenry location offering propane fireplaces and accessories.

Funded through Community Legacy, Friendsville, MD has several new blue way-finding signs. Look for them the next time you go through town! Photo from the Town of Friendsville.

Cove Run Farms opened their annual corn maze on Saturday, September 22!

 

The Town of Grantsville, MD has shared Dr. Holly Sisler will be opening a family dentistry practice in Grantsville this fall.

 

Sweitzer’s BBQ has announced they will be opening a restaurant on 3rd Street in Oakland, MD this fall.

 

A new salon, RejuvenEyes by Janice, at the DryDock Plaza offers custom eyelash extensions, microblading, permanent makeup, ombre lips, lash lifts and more. Call 724-880-4664 for more information.

 

The Mason Dixon Outlet has officially opened in the Grantsville plaza; this store has something for everyone. The store is open 9 to 7 Monday thru Saturday, and 10 to 4 on Sunday. For more information, call 301-895-8110.

 

The Humble Produce Stand is open for business! Located at 6936 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD 21541 this stand is privately run and offers “Take what you need, leave what you can” produce. This week there is zucchini, yellow squash, cucumbers, hot banana peppers and salad tomatoes.

 

Thanks to the Western Maryland Singletrack Initiative, there is a new mountain bike trail at Deep Creek Lake State Park. For now, the trail is marked with blue tree flags. The first new segment spans the south face of Meadow Mtn connecting into Indian Turnip by the bridge to East and in the CCW switchback near the Mine to the West. Definitely has a different feel! Some steeper grades, tighter switchbacks, and a good bit of rock. Should be extra popular with walkers as it shaves over a mile from the current Turnip Loop to the top of the mtn.

 

Oakland, MD Weight Watchers holds their weekly meeting at the Oakland Jazzercise center on Saturday mornings from 11:30am-12:00pm. For more information, find the Oakland Weight Watchers chapter on Facebook or call (304) 685-4778.

 

Wellspring Family Medicine has announced that, in partnership with Gregg’s Pharmacy, there will be a new walk-in medical clinic in Oakland beginning August 18. Dr. Mark Domenick will be the provider addressing walk-in patients with minor conditions such as colds and flu, strep throat, minor allergic reactions, and minor sprains and strains. Hours will be Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00pm-9:00pm.

 

The Back Nine Sports Bar & Grill has announced the restaurant / bar will be closing on September 29, 2018. Owners Steve and Erica Sherman wish to thank all of their loyal customers and friends for their support!

From a Great Small Town: Our Steam Engine, Baldwin 1920, 2-8-0 has arrived. The Chassis has now been set waiting for the rest to arrive. The rain held off for now. Our town of Oakland has waited many years for this day. Pretty soon she will be complete… #476….. almost 100 years old, her final resting place…

 

 

 

Cornucopia Cafe shared that they will soon have a Grantsville Info Center next door to the Little Crossings Pantry! Originally from Deep Creek Lake, Grantsville is giving the building a new and cozy home just steps from the Cafe.

 

 

 

The employees of Wendy’s Towne Restaurant have partnered together to continue the restaurant in lieu of Wendy taking a step away from the business. The 3rd Street Diner is now open in the Oak Mar Hotel complex!

 

 

 

A railroad coal car has been delivered to the Oakland B&O Train Station. A new steam engine will be part of the display soon.

 

 

 

Plan to have lunch at the Mountain Fresh Farmer’s Market in Oakland when you shop for local produce. This new building is open as the 4-H snack stand with hot dogs, sodas, chips and coffee all available to benefit a local 4-H club.

 

 

 

 

The Long Branch Saloon celebrates twenty-five years!

 

 

 

 

 

Unfortunately, Bubba’s Wings will be closing after 8.5 years in downtown Oakland. Their last open day will be September 22, 2018.
The Manor Steakhouse is now open in Oakland at the previous Cornish Manor location on Memorial Drive.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Double Oak Farms is your source for angus cattle raised naturally on grass and finished with grain without added hormones, growth promotents & antibiotic residues. Located here in Swanton, MD, all beef are slaughtered in a local USDA-inspected facility. Feel free to contact Joshua or Megan McKnight for any questions — 301-616-7210 or 301-616-7577.
JG’s Pub is celebrating 30 years in business! 1988-2018…Thank you to the many customers, friends and family that have made this possible!
Breathe Grace Medical Supply an ability to bring quality and compassionate care close to home. Your local provider of durable medical equipment and scrub uniforms. Located at 221 S. 3rd Street, Oakland, Maryland 21550.
The Deep Creek Lake Little Free Library is open for the season at 3311 Turkey Neck Road in Swanton, Maryland.
Flipside Sounds, with a planned opening in July, will be offering new and vintage vinyl records and related items. The Sipside Lounge, with a planned opening in October, will be offering craft beers, and fine wines and spirits. Sounds interesting.
The company Snazzi Stitches is now Custom Thredz. Everything will remain the same when it comes to orders, designs, and staff but there will be new sections to the store including a variety of school apparel (Northern, Southern, Allegany…), a new lake line with numerous designs, and a section for new arrivals.
 Have a blast gemstone mining in a new sluice while overlooking Deep Creek Lake & learn a lot about gemstones from all over the world! Sacred Ground Mining Company offers mining starting at $12.95.
Now Open in Garrett County is Doctor Tint and Details: Automotive, Residential & Commercial Window Tinting. Automobile Detailing. Taking Appointments 240-409-2381. Accident, MD.
Here’s a sneak peek of Oakland’s new designer furniture and home accessories store! Grand Opening Weekend May 19 and 20 from 9 am to 5 pm! In the plaza beside Fox’s Pizza Den.
Casselman Bakery is now open! A parfait bar, fresh baked cinnamon rolls, pepperoni rolls, ham & cheese rolls and many more fresh baked goodies. Also, Soup & Salad Bar for lunch breaks! Open Wed – Saturday from 7am – 4pm.
Ella’s Enchanted Treehouses is a newly open business offering fully furnished, luxurious treehouses designed for daily rental with full utilities and amenities.
Discount Duo retail store carries the biggest mall and big box retailer brands at discount prices. Planned opening in April 2018.
Brookside Health & Wellness is a newly opened nurse-managed family practice located at 6500 Thayer Center in Oakland.
Family Dollar has closed in Downtown Oakland.
A new dog park in Oakland is planned to open May 2018. The Town of Oakland received some funds through Program Open Space and there are also several private donors as well. The park will have water and waste stations, benches, tables, shaded areas, and dog obstacles/exercise equipment.

Harvest Moon Market is now located in the Fort in McHenry. The hours are 10am – 6pm daily. Also, the lunch counter, the Corner Cafe is open from 11am to 3pm.

The Downtown Bakery is open for business at 221 East Alder Street in Oakland. Hours are Wednesday – Saturday 8:30am – 2:00pm. Fresh pastries, pies, breads and cookies are available daily.  In addition,  meats, cheeses, dips, seasonings, jams and jellies. Photo courtesy of GC Chamber

A new shop opened in Accident Oct 4: The Rolling Pin Bakery.. Come out and enjoy some fresh baked goods as well as a well-stocked deli and made to order sandwiches! Hours are Tuesday through Friday 6:30 a.m. To 6:00 p.m. Saturday 7:a.m to 2 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday. If you have any questions, call the bakery at 301-746-8500 Photo courtesy of Byco Enterprises

Wisp Escape Games – work as a team to “escape” using problem solving and teamwork is now open! Reservations required.

New Businesses: Albright Services Allied Inspection Service Amish Connections Apple Alley Designs Artists and Dreamers Back Nine Sports Bar and Grill, LLC Backbone Mountain Maple Chestnut Floors Clara’s Garden, Inc. Constant Cleaning Curb Appeal Marketing Deep Creek Aesthetics Deep Creek Ski and Snowboard Rentals DS Construction Ed’s This and That F&T Lawn Care and Maintenance First Home Mortgage Garrett Energy Solutions, LLC Gourmet and More Grandma’s Ice Box Grantsville Equipment Company, LLC Green Hill Farm Hav-a-Lot, LLC IDR Pro JMV Bargain Outlet, LLC John’s Body Shop Karl Shaffer Home Services Lakeside Property Services MAPCO McGuire Plumbing & Heating Western Maryland Division Mill Creek & Co. Events Mistress Motorsports Mlend Norman Networking and Promotions Odds N Ends Handyman Service Organic Spray by Maggie May Party of 5, LLC Pharoah Cabs Prestige Construction Schrock’s Metal Works Smoke N Mirrors Photography Stone Crafters Masonry Tele Com Consultants The Reading Station The White Barn at Lucas Farm Tim’s Handy Man Top Chefs on Alder, LLC Tu-Macs Services, LLC Twin Tails Event Farm UR Knick My Knack Wellness Living, Inc. Western Maryland Towing & Recovery Yoder Services Expanding physical location and/or workforce: Betizel Corporation First Peoples Community Federal Credit Union Fun Unlimited Garrett Regional Medical Center GCC Technologies, LLC Hilltop Auto & Collision Center Horizon Goodwill Joint Training Facility (JTF) Total Biz Fulfillment Milestones: Fitzwater Furniture (50-year milestone plaque; actually celebrated 70 years in business this year) TDEC (50-year milestone plaque; actually celebrated 59 years in business this year) Total Biz Fulfillment (75 years)

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce honored new or expanding businesses at the recent Business Before Hours event in September.

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