Shepherd University senior Abigail Bowman is hard at work on her capstone final college project — something she hopes will change the way art and artists are viewed in West Virginia. Bowman is creating ARTtrek, a box trailer turned mobile...
The first Hollywood strike in 15 years began Tuesday as the economic pressures of the streaming era prompted unionized TV and film writers to picket for better pay outside major studios, a work stoppage that is leading most late-night shows...
The English and Humanities Division at Hagerstown Community College will host its Student Art Exhibition and Ensemble Performances from Dec. 5 to 13 in the Kepler Center on HCC’s main campus.
The Frederick Community College Film and Video Production program will hold its first-ever Student Film Festival, where audience members will have the chance to view original short films and animations created by FCC students.
The House has approved President Donald Trump’s request to claw back about $9 billion for public broadcasting and foreign aid. Democrats argued that the Republican administration’s animus toward foreign aid programs would hurt America’s standing in the world and create...
While he’s been everywhere from Chicago to Texas — and a few places in between — Frederick Community College music program manager Michael Gersten is doing what he can to bring big-city musicianship to the Frederick community. That includes the...
When the Beanie Babies craze was in full swing in the mid-’90s, I worked at Matthew’s Hallmark at the Valley Mall in Hagerstown. From behind the retail counter, I saw the bloodbath that happened with every new shipment. And dear...
Edward Koren, a longtime cartoonist for The New Yorker magazine, known for his hairy, huminoid creatures, has died. Koren died on Friday at the age of 87 in Brookfield, Vermont, where he lived. Koren created more than 1,000 cartoons of...
Clutch started playing live music before cell phones and GPS. They started in the time of AAA maps and pay phones and when truck stops had fax machines. Also when competition wasn’t so jam-packed.
For motorists, the quality of the tires on your vehicle can make all the difference in your driving experience and safety. In Frederick County, The Frederick News-Post’s Best of Best contest highlights tire centers known for their exceptional service and...
The charm of consignment and thrift stores lies in their ability to provide unique finds at affordable prices. Whether you’re searching for vintage clothing, eclectic home decor, or hidden treasures, these stores often have a story behind every item. According...
Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s production of Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol” will return to Frederick’s Weinberg Center for the Arts for one weekend only from Dec. 13 to 15.
Stained glass windows, an array of mismatched furniture and the soothing sounds and scents of a coffee shop surround you when you enter Beans in the Belfry in downtown Brunswick.
The vibrant city of Frederick boasts a selection of jewelry stores renowned for their exquisite collections and impeccable craftsmanship. Highlighted in The Frederick News-Post’s Best of Best contest, these stores not only offer a stunning array of jewelry but also...
Gaithersburg’s Arts on the Green presents its annual juried art exhibition of the Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association, which is currently on exhibit through July 16 at Kentlands Mansion, 320 Kent Square Road.
A few years ago, Cat Maselka began TroyFest, an event born to celebrate and honor her husband, who passed away after fighting a tumor for the last years of his life.
Mark Snow, who composed the ghostly theme for the long-running occult TV series “The X-Files” and more than 200 episodes of the show as well as its spin-off films, died July 3 at his home in Washington, Connecticut. He was...
A group of local artists with ties to the Frederick theater community have come together to produce “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” at the Maryland Ensemble Theatre in Frederick, an LGBTQ rock musical that is loud, unapologetic and courageous.
They burst into the American music scene in the summer of 1984 with their catchy pop song “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go.” And before I ever saw the faces of Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou, aka George Michael, and his best...
Some years back, Frederick, Maryland, evolved into a bona fide foodie town. Now, there are well over 100 dining establishments, which makes for grueling competition every year in this Best of the Best category.Fratelli's Italian & Seafood, which prides itself...
Join the Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s staff, board and ensemble of theater artists as they announce their 2025/2026 season of MainStage, FUN Company, MET Comedy Night shows and more during a special event from 7 to 9 p.m. June 17 at...
For sports enthusiasts, Frederick, MD, is home to a great lineup of sports bars that offer the perfect mix of big screens, cold drinks, and hearty food. These top sports bars provide just the right atmosphere for watching the game...
The Adams County Arts Council and the National Park Service at Eisenhower National Historic Site will host the Presidential Paint and Wine Night event at the Eisenhower Farm from 4:30 to 7 p.m. June 11.
Presented by Frederick Experimental Music Association, IF: Improvisers Forum will host its last show of the season at the Y Arts Center in Frederick this weekend. Saxophonist Ingrid Laubrock and drummer Tom Rainey will conclude the series on April 1.
Renée Victor has died at 86. The actor voiced Abuelita in Disney’s animated hit “Coco” and played wisecracking Lupita on Showtime’s “Weeds.” Victor’s death on Friday was confirmed by a representative who said the actor had lymphoma for several years....
Photographer Chris Eliff will present 30 new works at TAG/The Artists Gallery during July. Her exhibit, “This Makes Me Happy,” transcends traditional notions of photography, offering glimpses into the mysteries of the human experience.
Cheryl Dapsauski is among a group of artists who were invited to be a part of the grand opening of the Vault of Visions Art Gallery in downtown Frederick earlier this year.
The Steel Wheels have long been at home in the creative space between tradition and innovation, informed by the familiar sounds of the Virginia mountains, where the band was formed, but always moving forward with insightful lyrics and an evolving...
After a quick count in, the strumming began, and the jaunty tune of the Beatles’ “Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da” emerged from the group of musicians seated around the small table in the side room of the grocery store.
Olivia Rubini is no stranger to Frederick. After all, the Hockessin, Delaware, native and resident went to school at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg. But her return this Saturday will definitely be different, as she will be performing her...
When it comes to caring for pets while their owners are away, quality boarding and daycare services are essential. In fact, studies suggest that nearly 60% of pet owners experience anxiety when leaving their pets in someone else’s care. This...
Actor Ryan O’Neal, who was nominated for an Oscar for the tear-jerker “Love Story” and played opposite his precocious daughter Tatum in “Paper Moon,” has died. O’Neal's son Patrick said on Instagram that his father died Friday. No cause was...
Connecting each of Loring Boglioli’s vibrant, mosaic-like designs of felt and fabric are pieces of the recycled material that made up her previous project.
Over a hundred revelers turned out — red beer cups in hand — for Smoketown Brewing Station's 9th annual Hootenanny Block Party in Brunswick on Saturday.
Maryland Ensemble Theatre announces its 20th mainstage world premiere, “South & Saints.” As a trailblazer in showcasing new works since its establishment in 1997, MET continues its tradition of community storytelling and civic engagement with this production. “South & Saints”...
It started with a chicken, created from an unlikely treasure hunt. A young boy of 4 or 5 wandered his family’s farm gathering bits of scrap metal he found along the way. Eventually, he bestowed his collection upon his father’s...
Frederick and its surrounding areas offer wine enthusiasts a variety of beautiful wineries that deliver both stunning scenery and exceptional wine. These wineries, winners in The Frederick News-Post's Best of the Best contest, blend tradition with innovation, offering tastings that...
