About us
Local News. Stronger Communities.
Garrett County News is an independent local news page covering public safety, community events, weather, local government, regional developments, and the people and places of Garrett County, Maryland, and surrounding communities. Our goal is to share timely information with clear sourcing and a strong connection to the community.
Our history
Garrett County News was started by Nathan Friend in 2012, the same year Hurricane Sandy buried Garrett County in snow. It has been posting local news on Facebook since April 2012.
What we cover
- Public safety: crashes, fires, missing people, weather alerts and road closures
- Arrests and court: police and sheriff's office releases, charges and verdicts
- Local government: county commissioners, town councils, boards and public meetings
- Schools, community events and the people and places of Garrett County
- Garrett County history and features
We also report on nearby communities in Allegany County, West Virginia and Pennsylvania when the news matters to people here.
Where to find us
Garrett County News started on Facebook. This site brings our stories together in one place, with the full text, photos and sources. You can also follow along on Facebook and Instagram.
Have a tip or a question? Send a news tip or message us on Facebook.