Time to think about a Staycation
May 18, 2010 by Bob Carney
Filed under Featured, Real Estate Topics
You have been working hard all winter long and the summer is closing in on you. Time to think vacation. Well, with the cost of flights and the hassle of delays due to volcanic ash floating around, coupled with the fear of $4 a gallon gas prices. Within 3 hours, you can be relaxing lakeside in a gorgeous Log cabin taking in some of the most breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. Deep Creek Lake offers a variety of activities for all.
Thomas Johnson Patriots HS Football 2010
August 17, 2009 by Bob Carney
Filed under Athletics, Featured, Local Events
It’s High School Football time again in Frederick County. Here is your teams schedule for the 2010 Football season.
Thomas Johnson TJ High Football 2010
| Day | Date | Where | Who | When | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri | 8/20 | Away | Damascus (Scrim) | 7:00PM | |
| Tue | 8/24 | Away | North County (Scrim) | 5:30PM | |
| Fri | 8/27 | Away | Chambersburg | 7:00PM | |
| Fri | 9/3 | Home | North Hagerstown | 7:00PM | |
| Fri | 9/10 | Home | Martinsburg | 7:00PM | |
| Thu | 9/16 | Home | Century | 7:00PM | |
| Fri | 9/24 | Away | Westminster | 7:00PM | |
| Fri | 10/01 | Away | Middletown | 7:00PM | |
| Fri | 10/8 | Home | Urbana | 7:00PM | |
| Thu | 10/14 | Home | Tuscarora | 7:00PM | |
| Sat | 10/23 | Away | Fort Hill | 7:00PM | |
| Fri | 10/29 | Away | Linganore | 7:00PM | |
| Sat | 11/06 | Home | Frederick | 2:00PM |
Schedules are subject to change without notice. If you notice an error or omission, please email me or leave a comment below and I will correct as quickly as possible. Also, if you have game day photos that you want to share please email and I will post them here. Please include any important information about the shot.
Crime maps and information for Frederick County
June 15, 2009 by Bob Carney
Filed under Featured, Real Estate Topics
One of the things a REALTOR® is always asked, “Is this a safe neighborhood?“ It is one of a few questions that we are really not able to answer. If you think about it, what I consider safe might just be waaaaay off of what you think is safe. Real estate agents don’t want to find themselves in a quagmire about the question. The best thing we can do is provide you with resources to help you make that decision for yourself. Technology always helps making the search easier. But nothing beats just driving through the future neighborhood at various times and see for yourself if it is something that is conducive to your lifestyle. It is your decision that matters, not mine.
The Frederick County Sheriffs office has a monthly updated mapping program that illustrates the various crimes in the area. Frederick County Crime Map.
You can get up-to-date info on the latest website at CrimeReports for Frederick City. This was just opened up to the police records in Frederick City. You have the ability to sign up for a email alert to notify you of recent crimes (police calls) in the area. All other departments/towns in Frederick County have not come on board yet. You will have to rely on Frederick County Sheriff (above) to provide you with the surrounding area info. This is very useful in Montgomery County, Howard and Anne Arundel as well by the looks of the map.
A couple other places I always recommend to do some research is the Family Watch Dog.
You can never be too cautious about where you buy your next home. Hopefully this has provide you with enough information to help you make an educated decision.
I also must add that I don’t make any claims to the accuracy or inaccuracy of the information these site provide. Surf at your own risk.
Carnival Season begins in Frederick County 2010
May 26, 2009 by Bob Carney
Filed under Featured, Local Events
This is not the all inclusive list, but if you know of one that is not listed, by all means please use the comment field to post it.
I enjoy the carnivals. They are always supporting the local fire departments or local community organizations. So get out and support your local fire department and your community!!! These guys need the funds to make sure you are helped in time of need.
Updated 2010 Frederick Carnival Schedule
- Union Bridge – May 25-31
- Woodsboro – June 7-12
- Carroll Manor – June 12-19
- Smithsburg – June 28-July 3
- Walkersville – July 5-July 10
- Guardian Hose – July 19-24
- Middletown - ????
- Winfield - July 12-17
- Burkittsville – July 13-18
- Thurmont – July 19-24
- Urbana – July 19-24
- Mount Airy – July 26-31
- Jefferson – July 26-July 31
- Libertytown - ???
- Rocky Ridge – Aug. 16-21
Have a great day (and a greasy funnel cake.)
Bob Carney
