A five-alarm fire destroyed a barn and several thousand bales of hay on the Trego Zimmerman farm on Stauffer Road in Walkersville Monday afternoon. John Zimmerman said he was feeding cattle at his family farm when he saw smoke coming from one of the barns. Mr. Zimmerman, who also is fire chief of Walkersville Volunteer Fire Co., said the blaze spread fast.... (Full Story)

The Great Frederick Fair begins on September 15 and runs through September 23, 2023.

The Great Frederick Fair exists in Frederick County to promote Agriculture and Education of our Youth about Agriculture. The fair has a wonderful rich history in Frederick County and has grown and prospered throughout the years adding many attractions and exhibits. In its history, the Great Frederick Fair has grown ... (Full Story & Photos)

Refer to the Ready.gov website as a resource or download the FEMA application for disaster resources, weather alerts and safety tips.

National Preparedness Month (NPM)

September is National Preparedness Month (NPM). National Preparedness Month is a nationwide effort held each September to encourage Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses and schools. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Keeping hands clean through improved hand hygiene is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. Many diseases and conditions are spread by not washing hands with soap and clean, running water. If clean, running water is not accessible, as is common in many parts of the world, use soap and available water. If soap and water are unavailable, use ... (Full Story & Photos)

The first day of school is August 23rd and we have low student enrollment this year.

If you have or know of anyone that's interested in getting some good training, either company volunteer member in need of classes or High school student please have them enroll.

If they are not a member of a company yet, let us know and we have companies that will support them through the program.

The Frederick ... (Full Story)

Is Your Family Riding in a Safe Manner?

Protecting children in cars requires a long-term commitment. Field experience during child safety seat checkpoints show that 9 out of 10 child safety seats are not being used or installed correctly.

Children progress through the use of infant seats, toddler seats and finally booster seats before they are of the proper age, height, and weight to wear the vehicle ... (Full Story & Photos)

Maryland State Police Reminding Motorists Move Over Law Expanded To All Vehicles Beginning Oct. 1, 2022

(PIKESVILLE, MD) – The Maryland State Police are reminding motorists that on October 1, 2022, the Move Over Law in Maryland expanded to require motorists to make a lane change or slow down when approaching any stopped, standing, or parked vehicle displaying warning signals – including hazard warning ... (Full Story)

Frederick County Schools are in session! Frederick County Fire and Rescue Services would like to remind motorists to be alert when travelling through school zones and neighborhoods where children are present. Children are difficult to see and are the most unpredictable pedestrians. Children are usually very comfortable in their surroundings, whether they are running and playing with friends, or ... (Full Story & Photos)

Whether you work full time outside the home or are simply going out for the evening, you want the best possible care for your children while you are away from them. Before you hire anyone to watch over your children, make sure they are a mature, experienced, capable individual who truly cares about the welfare of the children.

Babysitting can be a great money earning opportunity but it comes with ... (Full Story & Photos)