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CommunityMaryland opens Healthy Soils grants for farmers; up to $50,000 available
State agriculture department accepting applications for conservation projects through January
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Community · BowdenTucker County's Laurel Fork Farm named one of America's top 100 small businesses
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce recognized the agritourism destination as a 'Champion of Adaptability'
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Community · FrostburgCity of Frostburg warns of scam emails demanding wire payments
Fraudulent messages target people named in public meeting agendas, request ACH or wire transfers
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Community · OaklandNew online map shows where to find free food in Garrett County
GarrettCountyFood.org, launched by the Health Department, lists food pantries, free meals, senior meals and more, with hours and an open-now filter.
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Community · McHenryFree workshop Nov. 4 to help families plan how to pay for college
Garrett College, the school system and the Chamber of Commerce host The Buck Starts Here, a free session on scholarships, aid and saving, for families of students in grades 7 to 12.
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Community · OaklandNew Medicaid work rules start Jan. 1 for some Garrett adults
Adults 19 to 64 on Medicaid will need to show work, school or volunteer hours unless exempt, and coverage must be renewed every six months.
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Community · OaklandGarrett County Health Department hiring counselors and social workers
The Garrett County Center for Behavioral Health is hiring licensed counselors and social workers. Applications are due Oct. 27, and up to $75,000 in student loan repayment may be available.
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CommunityBlack lung rates among Appalachian coal miners reach highest level in nearly 50 years
A federal study found that one in three long-time underground coal miners in Kentucky, Virginia and West Virginia showed signs of black lung disease on X-rays taken in the last five years. The federal rule meant to cut miners' exposure to silica dust is on hold.
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Community · WesternportHome at last: Westernport soldier killed in WWII returns after 82 years
The community was invited to honor Pfc. Kenneth L. Carpenter at an open house Thursday, Oct. 22, and at his burial with full military honors Friday, Oct. 23, at Rocky Gap.
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Community · OaklandFree flu shots in Oakland, Kitzmiller and Grantsville this week
The Garrett County Health Department holds flu shot clinics Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with no out-of-pocket cost for the shot.
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CommunityAnswered prayers: Northern's Brody Hanlin heading home after injury in Mountain Ridge game
Northern Garrett's Brody Hanlin is coming home after being injured in Friday night's game against Mountain Ridge, his family said Saturday morning.
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CommunityMain Street closes tonight for Frostburg homecoming parade
Drivers heading through downtown Frostburg this evening should plan another way around.
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Community · CumberlandCumberland's oldest firehouse is one step from becoming a history center
Cumberland's oldest firehouse is one step from becoming a history center.
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CommunityGarrett County News Joins In Congratulating Deputies Lucas and McCroskey on Deputy of the Quarter Honors
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CommunityPolice Providing Presents Brings Holiday Cheer to Garrett County Children
The holiday season is a time for giving, and law enforcement agencies throughout Garrett County are once again coming together to make the holidays a little brighter for local children through the annual Police Providing Presents event.
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Community2026 Autumn Glory Festival – Downtown Oakland Street Closures
The 2026 Autumn Glory Festival is underway in Downtown Oakland, Maryland, and several streets will be closed throughout the weekend for festival events and parades.
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Community · WesternportWesternport Elementary Students Get Surprise Day Off — Here’s Why
Some students in Allegany County are getting an unexpected day off at the end of March — but it’s all part of something bigger happening inside their school.
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CommunityGCPS Curriculum Change Approved for 2026–27: What Parents Are Asking
Garrett County’s Board of Education has approved new instructional materials for Elementary English/Language Arts (ELA) and Grades 6–8 Science, following a public review period.
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CommunitySaffiticker’s Will Be Back in April — Garrett County’s Ice Cream Tradition Isn’t Going Anywhere
OAKLAND — If you’ve been driving Route 219 and feeling that first warm-weather ice cream itch, you’re not alone.
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CommunityGarrett County Schools Respond to Concerns Over Elimination of Special Programs Coordinator Role, Parents Say Key Questions Remain
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CommunityGarrett County Deputy Honored with Statewide Award
On October 2, 2025, Master Deputy Jenna Wilt-Harvey of the Garrett County Sheriff’s Office was recognized as the 2025 Maryland Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services Police Instructor of the Year.
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CommunityCommunity
Update via Garrett County Public Schools
“Parents/Guardians have the option to opt their child out of the Family Life and Human Sexuality objectives included in the Health Education Framework.