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EMMITSBURG, Md. – Hundreds of people gathered at the Emmitsburg Community Park to take in the sighes and tastes of a true old-fashioned big top circus. Visitors had a chance to take a pony ride, look at a giant snake, pet an elephant, ride a camel or simply chow down on classic circus food before the big event. At three o’clock everyone gathered under the big top to watch a 90-minute performance filled with feats of human strength, talent and animal tricks. An elegant trapeze routine, dazzling contortion act and amusing canine revue mystified wide-eyed children, as did many other acts. Crystal Darr, 12, said she enjoyed the circus and » full story

Vigilant Hose Company President Art Damuth said, “The Fire Corps unit will be helpful friends to the department. We have already had expressions of interest from the community, and our members are excited to get this assistance.”

The Fire/EMS Corps creates opportunities to be friends of the fire and EMS service companies in Emmitsburg and to give back to the community. Members of the Fire/EMS Corps will providing non-emergency assistance to Vigilant Hose Company and Emmitsburg Ambulance Company. From information technology, website maintenance, vehicle maintenance, assisting with fund-raising dinners, administrative and » full story

EMMITSBURG, Md. – For 25 years now, residents of Emmitsburg have gathered to celebrate their community with fun, food and fireworks. This year, the 25th Annual Emmitsburg Community Day will be on June 30 with activities scheduled throughout the day.

“Our theme this year is service and while its our 25th year of doing this, we are trying to highlight, focus on and showcase the other organizations that have given so much to the community,” said Emmitsburg Lions Club President Joe Ritz.

To get the town in the mood for the celebration, the Emmitsburg Community Chorus will sing patriotic songs and songs of yesteryear at a free » full story