Recycling Dumpster Christmas Schedule
Mon, Dec. 29, 2014 – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
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Walkersville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Companies Escort Santa Into Town
Children all around Walkersville lined the streets of every neighborhood as emergency equipment slowly made their way through town with a very special passenger. Maryland State Police led the procession of Walkersville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Companies’ equipment. In the middle of it all, Santa Clause rode on the back of the fire company’s 1940 fire engine. Children cheered with excitement as Santa and his elf tossed peppermint lollipops to all the children. Share your pictures with us in the comments section!
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School Calendar for 2015 – 2016 Approved
At its regular meeting this week, the Board of Education of Frederick County determined that the student start date for the 2015-2016 school year will be Monday, August 24, with teachers reporting August 18. The BOE built seven “snow days” into the calendar. If all are needed, the last day of school for students will be Monday, June 20, and for teachers Tuesday, June 21. The school year is shortened if fewer than seven snow days are needed. If more days are needed, FCPS will make them up in this…
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Drug Arrest Outside of Woodsboro
On Tuesday, December 16, 2014, Frederick County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Michael Anthony Faya, a twenty-five year old of Walkersville, on charges of possession with intent to distribute controlled dangerous substance (CDS) and possession of paraphernalia. At approximately 3:25 a.m., deputies responded to the area of Links Bridge Rd at the Monocacy River for a report of a suspicious vehicle. The vehicle was found parked along the road with the parking lights illuminated. Deputy First Class Zachary Levine made contact with the driver and a passenger, identified as Faya. Through…
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Frederick County Transit Goes Digital
Frederick County Transit will go digital on January 1, 2015 with a mobile app. Available for download now, users will be able to plan their trips on the Frederick County Transit network of buses and purchase ezFARE tickets. The app eliminates the need for paper tickets. Riders will be able to use their phone to board the Transit vehicles. The new app includes an option for a one-day unlimited ride pass for $4.00. Post by Transit Services of Frederick County.
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