50 Years Ago Today, Monday February 16, 1976

A Guardian Springfield unequipped ambulance on a 1974 International chassis was purchased for $12,500 Saturday by the Myersville Volunteer Fire Company. The two-patient ambulance is equipped with dual oxygen, manifold suction unit, spine boards, splints and a portable suction unit. Bids for the ambulance equipment have gone out and are expected in by March ... (Full Story)

20 Years Ago Today, Thursday February 16, 2006

The name Chip Jewell is becoming well known around Frederick.

He was recently recognized as the author of “Firefighting in Frederick County,” his second pictorial history of firefighting. He’s been a volunteer in the service for 30 years, and for the past three years has served as the director of Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services. ... (Full Story)

February 4, 2026

Alcohol and Tobacco Merchant Sales Compliance Check Update

FREDERICK, Md. - Between October 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025, the Frederick County Liquor Board and Frederick County Health Department conducted compliance checks of Frederick County businesses. Of the 55 alcohol-selling businesses inspected, 47 passed and eight sold alcohol to the underage buyers. Of the 142 tobacco-selling ... (Full Story)

50 Years Ago Monday February 2, 1976

County firefighters were kept busy this weekend battling three fires.
A fire Friday morning at the Paul E. Wiles residence in Dogpatch off Opossumtown Pike damaged the kitchen. The fire apparently started when a pan on the stove ignited, according to T.S. May, state fire marshal.
Saturday afternoon, fire gutted a garage at the Russell Reaver residence on Md. ... (Full Story)

100 Years Ago Tuesday February 2, 1926

After filling the gasoline tank when one of them struck a match to see how much gasoline was in the tank, two unknown men, thought to be from Sparrows Point, Md., deserted a truck loaded with corn liquor at the corner of All Saints and Market streets, Monday night.

The tank burst into flames.

They jumped from the truck and soon disappeared. The United Steam ... (Full Story)

We live in a part of the country that gets snow and ice. Winter driving isn’t solely about dealing with snow, ice on the road is a bigger threat. Black ice, in particular, is very dangerous because it’s invisible. Are you prepared to drive in these conditions?

Planning and preventative maintenance are important year-round—but especially when it comes to winter driving. We have attached for your ... (Full Story & Photos)

Winter Storm WARNINGS can be life-threatening and severe winter conditions have begun or will begin within 24 hours.

Winter storms create higher risk of car accidents, hypothermia, frostbite, carbon monoxide poisoning and heart attacks from overexertion. Winter storms and blizzards can bring extreme cold, freezing rain, snow, ice and high winds.

Winter storms can: last a few hours to several ... (Full Story & Photos)

As winter and colder weather approach, the use of portable heaters increases. Electric or gas heaters are very handy to supplement insufficient heat in offices, homes, and other areas; however, they can create hazards if not used properly. Without careful monitoring, heaters can create an electric shock hazard, burns to users, carbon monoxide poisoning, fires, or possibly even explosions.

Recent ... (Full Story)

As the seasons change, prepare for the heating your home safely by following some simple safety steps.

Have you chimney cleaned and checked before using fireplace or woodstove.

Have you furnace checked and cleaned.

Make sure you dispose of all coals and embers in water, never in plastic bags, paper bags or cardboard boxes. Embers can remain hot for several days. Do not store embers inside of house, ... (Full Story & Photos)

BURN PERMIT APPLICATION AND PAYMENT NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE

FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick County Health Department's Environmental Health office is excited to announce that the application process for burn permits can now be completed completely online at Health.FrederickCountyMD.gov/BurnPermit.

The process begins when a community member submits an application for a burn permit. Health Department staff ... (Full Story)

Our volunteers demonstrate dedication and professionalism every day as they prepare to serve their community.

We come from all walks of life. Our volunteers work as mechanics, bankers, and retail store employees. Some of us are in real estate, car sales, and the fast-food industry. We build houses, farm, and drive trucks. We have volunteers who can embroider shirts and those who are students and ... (Full Story & Photos)

As many of you are aware, I have written that the fire station of the United Steam Fire Engine Co. NO. 3 at 79 South Market Street is the oldest continuously operating fire station in the United States. I have been in recent communications with Paul Vincent, a firefighter in the City of York, PA, historian and Trustee of the Laurel Fire Company in York. He has been doing some extensive research and, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Maryland State Police Reminding Motorists Move Over Law Expanded To All Vehicles on 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 & Photos)

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)

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)