Mount Savage VFD Wing Dinners
The Mount Savage Volunteer Fire Department will hold a series of wing dinners in 2026. The dinners will be held on: March 20, April 17, June 12, July 10, September 25, October 23, and November 25. Eat in or carry out, with wing prices to be determined. Tenders, fries and celery available. Email is msvfdems@gmail.com, a...
St. Peter the Apostle Fish Dinners
St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church in Oakland is hosting fish dinners during the Fridays in Lent, beginning with February 20th through March 27th. The dinners are held in the parish hall at 208 South 4th Street in Oakland. For more information, call (301)-334-2202. The email address is secretary@GarrettStPeter.com.
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STATE SENATE PASSES $70.8 BILLION BUDGET
The Maryland Senate has approved a fiscal 2027 budget that intends to leave the state with a projected $250 million surplus, while closing a $1.4 billion deficit without new fees or tax hikes. The Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act, or BRFA, was approved in the Senate chambers.
MINOR DAMAGE REPORTED IN FINZEL HOUSE FIRE
A small fire in the utility room of a residence at 1305 West Finzel Road caused an estimated $1200 in damages earlier this week. The owner of the property was alerted by a smoke detector, but was able to extinguish the fire prior to the arrival of the Eastern Garrett County Volunteer Fire Department. Investigators said...
