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Oakland Receives Major Grant For Water Project

May. 24, 2012

The Maryland Board of Public Works yesterday approved more than $1.4 million in grants to improve water supply systems and protect drinking water, with half of the funds being awarded to the town of Oakland.

Grants of $785,433 from the Water Supply Financial Assistance Program were awarded to Oakland.

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The money will help fund study, design, and construction to modify the town’s Broadford Lake and Bradley Run water treatment plants to lower the concentration of disinfection by-products and improve the quality of its drinking water.

The board is composed of Governor Martin O’Malley, Treasurer Nancy K. Kopp and Comptroller Peter Franchot.

“Everyone deserves to have an adequate supply of safe drinking water. Nothing is more important to our public health,” said Governor O’Malley. “These projects protect public health while creating jobs for more Marylanders.”

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MET Awards $28,000 in Grants through Keep Maryland Beautiful Program

As part of the Keep Maryland Beautiful Program, the Maryland Environmental Trust (MET) awarded $28,000 in grants to non-profit organizations and schools to support environmental education and demonstrative projects that will enhance and maintain the State’s health and appearance. MET announced the award and grant winners to a packed house during the annual Maryland Land Conservation Conference on May 15 in Columbia.

“MET is pleased to provide these annual grants, especially during these tough economic times, to encourage environmental programming and educational projects,” said Director Elizabeth Buxton.

This year’s Keep Maryland Beautiful Grants include:

The Dillon Award is given to a landowner who exhibits outstanding conservation in honor of the spirit and legacy of the Dillon sisters of Garrett County who donated a conservation easement and then bequeathed their entire Garrett County property to MET in 1984.

Kent County resident, Louisa Duemling was presented with this award for her outstanding efforts in preserving the unique landscape of the Eastern Shore. In 2009, she donated a conservation easement to MET and the Eastern Shore Land Conservancy. The easement, MET’s largest, forever safeguards 1,087 acres of forest, 1,692 acres of tilled land and 50 acres of freshwater ponds. In addition, 9.2 miles of shoreline along the Chesapeake Bay, Churn Creek, Tims Creek, Worton Creek and Still Pond are protected. The property is also home to the Delmarva fox squirrel habitat, interior dwelling bird habitat and five bald eagle nests.

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Lunch and Learn to return to schools this summer

Free meals program starts in mid-June
by JESSE YEATMAN, Staff writer

Again this year children will be provided free lunches during summer break through a school program, which will expand to two sites near Great Mills Road.

The Lunch and Learn program, named for the free meal and educational component offered, will be held at George Washington Carver and Lexington Park elementary schools Mondays through Thursdays beginning a week after school lets out June 8.

The program was held for the first time last year at Lexington Park Elementary School, and school officials said they plan to offer it at a second school this summer.

The local Judy Center won most improved partnership award and the Overlook Judy Center in Garrett County won the innovative spirit award.

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Some builders scramble to be grandfathered under new septics law

May 25, 2012

By Len Lazarick
Len@MarylandReporter.com
Maryland Planning Secretary Richard Hall

Maryland Planning Secretary Richard Hall

In some counties, homebuilders and developers are scrambling to get percolation tests down by July 1 so they can be grandfathered in under the new law that restricts use of septic systems for major subdivisions in Maryland.

That’s a “natural” outcome of the bill that stirred intense controversy and opposition in the General Assembly, Planning Secretary Richard Hall told MarylandReporter.com. “We think we have a good grandfathering provision.”

How to interpret the grandfathering provisions was one of dozens of questions Hall and his staff handled at a roundtable discussion the department held Thursday that brought out scores of local planners from across Maryland trying to figure out how to implement the new law.

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Garrett school board won’t rescind decision to close schools

Interim superintendent says reopening Kitzmiller, Dennett Road would create $1.4M budget hole

Cumberland Times-News

— OAKLAND — Members of the Garrett County Board of Education hope to use some of the $1 million-plus it will receive in additional state funding to return eight personnel to the schools, according to interim Superintendent of Schools Sue Waggoner.

During a special meeting Wednesday night, board members also discussed using funding from the passing of the state Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act for transitions of school closings, staff development and academic intervention, Waggoner said. Some of the money may also be used to alleviate transportation congestion at Southern Middle and Broadford and Yough Glade elementary schools.

“We are working with the county to make them more user-friendly and to make sure the drop-offs are safer,” said Waggoner.

Board members did discuss the possibility of reopening the schools they recently voted to close and also considered a petition for a revote. However, no motion was made by members of the board to rescind their decision to close Dennett Road and Kitzmiller elementary schools.

“We would be $1.4 million short for fiscal year 2014 if we reopened schools,” said Waggoner. “I feel confident and truly believe that the children will be fine. Change is never easy.”

The board followed the same procedure with the closings of Dennett Road and Kitzmiller as it did last year with Bloomington Elementary School, according to Waggoner.

“It has been a very difficult year. Hopefully now that we have a final decision, the healing process can begin,” said Waggoner. “Many have said things that have hurt people.”

Some of the residents got upset and yelled at the Wednesday meeting, according to resident Elizabeth Hebden.

Members of the Parents for Garrett County Education are unhappy about the decision to close the two schools a day earlier that the rest of the county’s schools, said Diane Donham, the group’s spokeswoman.

The group has filed an appeal with the Maryland Board of Education to stop the closures. The state board will have to hear the county board’s side and will have 20 days from the date it received the appeal to respond. The appeal was sent Monday, according to Donham.

The doors of Dennett Road and Kitzmiller elementary schools are set to close May 30. The remaining Garrett County schools will close June 1. The Maryland State Department of Education granted Waggoner’s request for a two-day waiver to close the schools.

“You indicate that 360 students will be moving from Dennett Road and Kitzmiller elementary schools to the new school for the 2012-2013 school year,” wrotes Bernard Sadusky, interim state superintendent of schools, in a letter to Waggoner. “Approving this request will allow staff time to pack up their rooms and move to their new schools without students being present.”

The board did not vote on approval of the budget but will likely vote on it at the June 12 meeting. Waggoner is working with Larry McKenzie, director of finance, to make the changes to the fiscal 2013 budget. The budget will be available for public comment on the board’s website by June 1, Waggoner said.

Contact Elaine Blaisdell at eblaisdell@times-news.com.

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Community Calendar – Memorial Day 2012

Here is a list of some events and activities coming up this week at Deep Creek Lake & Garrett County:

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Memorial Day Weekend Sale at Simon Pearce
Date: May 25, 2012 – May 28, 2012
http://www.simonpearce.com
Event Description Enjoy 40-60% savings on selected 2nds and home accents.
View glassblowing until 3:30 on May 25 and 28 and until 5:00 PM on May 26 and 27.
Can’t make it to the sale? Limited items available online at SimonPearce.com through June 10.

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All American Whitewater Festival at Adventure Sports Center International
Date: May 25, 2012 – May 27, 2012
http://www.adventuresportscenter.com

Event Description

A Celebration of Whitewater Recreation In Honor of American Veterans
Led By The Veteran – Athletes of Team River Runner
(A Wounded Warrior organization that teaches injured veterans how to “heal through whitewater boating”

Friday: Community Day Bonfire
6 pm – 9 pm
$25 rafting to celebrate Memorial Day weekend
& the kick-off of the 2012 Whitewater Season
Sunset rafting starts at 6 pm

Saturday: All-American Whitewater Festival Day
10:00 am – Opening Ceremony & Veteran’s Tribute
10:30 am – Whitewater Parade & Figurehead Contest
Food & Beverages Available

Monday: Memorial Day Paddling
10% of Proceeds Donated to Team River Runner

Private Boating – $10 a day all weekend
& Preseason Rafting Rates of $50!

For more information, call 301-387-3250
or visit www.adventuresportscenter.com

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Tom Wallisch Memorial Day Railjam
Date: May 26, 2012
http://www.wispresort.com/wisp/calendar.aspx?mode=detail&eventId=mem_jam
Event Description Description: That’s right, there’s still plenty of snow for this on snow rail jam held at the adventure park at Wisp Resort. 6pm – 8pm Registration & $20 entry fee, $10 entry fee for kids competition ages 10 and under. Lots of prizes, giveaways, music and fun.

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Opening Day at Springs Historical Society Farmers Market & Museum
Date: May 26, 2012 Time: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
http://www.springspa.org
Event Description Opening day of the Springs Farmers’ Market and the Springs Museum.
All on the same premises along with the Alta Schrock Nature Trail, a self-guided 4/10 mile walk. **Out-of-County Regional Event**

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Open House/Studio Tour at Snowbird Creations Glass Studio
Date: May 26, 2012 – May 27, 2012
http://www.snowbirdcreations.com
Event Description Come and see our new Outdoor Glass Gallery featuring coloful hanging pendant lights and lake-themed glass chimes that tinkle in the wind! If you collect artglass, I am sure you will find a unique sculpture for your shelf or wall. Other items in the indoor gallery include designer tableware, glass paintings, clocks, mirrors, napkin rings and holders, bottle stoppers and lamps. The dichroic jewelry is stunning. Choose from pendants, necklaces, earrings, rings, hairpins, bracelets and pins. There is a lot to see, so give yourself plenty of time to browse in both locations.

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K-9s, Tunes & Brews
Date: May 26, 2012 Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
http://www.hartforanimals.org

HART’s mascot, Sunny the Dog, invites everyone to KTB at Wisp Resort on May 26
Event Description Kick Off the Summer in Style! Join us for a day filled with activities for the whole family – even the family dog! Bring the kids to Kid Central for activities, games, air brush tattoos, a moon bounce, and a return of Daffydil the Clown. For the adults, there are three bands for various musical tastes and beer tasting poured by celebrity pourers, as well as the always delightful Fun Dog Show and obedience and agility demonstrations, as well as the competitive judging for best dog costume!

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For more details and last minute events, check online at www.visitdeepcreek.com or the I Love Deep Creek Lake & Garrett County Group on Facebook!

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New Listing! 66 Alan Fike Rd – 60 acres farm -$399,900 – GA7847548

66 ALAN FIKE RD
FRIENDSVILLE, MD 21531

Country living at its finest! This remodeled farm home is an ideal second residence or working farm. Stocked trout stream (Mill Run), & a 2nd stream are within a stones throw – enjoy the sounds of flowing water throughout the property.. 50×25 barn, 3 car garage, and 60+ AC of pasture & wooded acreage sure to please any sportsman. A scenic walk to Mill Run recreation area & Yough Lake boat launch.

Contact Jay Ferguson @ 301-501-0420 or DeepCreekLaker@Gmail.com for more information or to setup a private showing for this property.

Listing # GA7847548
$399,900

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Price reduction! 566 Foy Rd – $295,000 – GA7834623

566 FOY RD
MC HENRY, MD 21541

Room to breathe in a spacious contemporary on 3 acres in McHenry. 3,000+/- sq ft cedar & stone 2 story, 2 car attached garage, 4 BR, 3 baths w/ jacuzzi in master suite. In-home office, tongue & groove oak walls, skylights, stone fireplace in living rm, woodstove in family rm. Lots of glass, huge country kitchen & dining alcove. Large lawn & wooded lot, private. Home warranty! Owner financing!

Contact Jay Ferguson @ 301-501-0420 or DeepCreekLaker@Gmail.com for more information or to setup a private showing for this property.

Listing # GA7834623
$295,000

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Oakland- Mt. Lake Park Lions Club hosts REDNECK DAYZ

June 16 & 17 at Broadford Lake Park – Oakland MD

$5 admission on Saturday

Features:

Live Music 11am – Midnight
2 stages

Games: Anything Floats Regatta, Cornhole Tournament, Zombie Target Practice, Mudpit Bellyflop Contest, food, beer, custom car, bike and truck show, and other cool redneck concepts.

All proceeds benefit local charities.

No coolers please.

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25th McHenry Highland Festival To Celebrate Scots, Irish, Welsh

May. 17, 2012

The 25th annual McHenry Highland Festival will be held June 1-3, celebrating the local Scottish, Irish and Welsh peoples and heritage. A significant migration of Celtics to this region took place in the 18th and 19th centuries, with the Highlander pioneers working on the railroads, and as farmers, miners, and loggers.

For this landmark year, Gregan Crawford, a Garrett County commissioner, will to serve as the 2012 Honorary Clan Chieftain.

“Of Scottish descent, Crawford’s love of Garrett County began early at the age of 11 when his family purchased a 150-acre farm in the Pleasant Valley area south of Oakland in 1974,” a spokesperson said. “He moved permanently to the county in 1989 and has worked as a carpenter and a real estate agent, along with his elected position.

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The McHenry Highland Festival will kick off with a Celtic concert at the Wisp Resort on Friday evening, June 1, featuring Prydein, a rock Celtic-roots band that was part of last year’s festival.

The festival at the Garrett County Fairgrounds will begin in the morning of Saturday, June 2, offering concerts, Celtic food, and a wide array of vendors. The group Clandestine, known for a “hard-driving, toe-tapping” Texas Celtic sound, will perform, as well as Allegany County’s Shanty Irish, and a special guest appearance by Scottish fiddler Bonnie Rideout.

There will be five traditional marching bagpipe bands, as well as the Highland athletics and Irish and Scottish dance demonstrations. Trained border collies will give sheep- and goose-herding demonstrations, and there will be a Celtic dog parade, as well as an exhibit of Highland cattle.

The traditional Sunday Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans will be held at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Deer Park, with music by the Garrett Highlands Pipes and Drums. This event will conclude the weekend of activities.

The festival is supported by the Maryland State Arts Council, the Garrett County Arts Council, and other area supporters.

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Oakland Receives Major Grant For Water Project

MET Awards $28,000 in Grants through Keep Maryland Beautiful Program

Lunch and Learn to return to schools this summer

Some builders scramble to be grandfathered under new septics law

Garrett school board won’t rescind decision to close schools

Community Calendar – Memorial Day 2012

New Listing! 66 Alan Fike Rd – 60 acres farm -$399,900 – GA7847548

Price reduction! 566 Foy Rd – $295,000 – GA7834623

Oakland- Mt. Lake Park Lions Club hosts REDNECK DAYZ

25th McHenry Highland Festival To Celebrate Scots, Irish, Welsh

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