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The MET expands improv comedy offerings by adding a new venue

Frederick’s newest stage is about to become the laughing stock of downtown’s theater district. For the theater company building it, that’s the goal!

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Steve Albini, legendary producer for Nirvana, the Pixies and an alternative rock pioneer, dies at 61

Steve Albini, a legendary rock producer who shaped the musical landscape through his work with Nirvana, the Pixies, PJ Harvey and more, has died. He was 61. Brian Fox, an engineer at Albini’s studio, Electrical Audio, says Albini died after...

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Polly Holliday, a brassy waitress on TV’s ‘Alice,’ dies at 88

Polly Holliday, a character actress who attracted a national following as the brassy Southern waitress Flo on the 1970s sitcom “Alice,” dispatching rude diner customers and her cheapskate boss with the country-fried put-down “Kiss mah grits!,” died Sept. 9 at...

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Arnaldo Pomodoro, whose bronze spheres decorate prominent public spaces around the world, dies at 98

Arnaldo Pomodoro, one of Italy’s most prominent contemporary artists, has died at age 98. Pomodoro’s massive bronze spheres decorate some of the most iconic public spaces around the world, from the Vatican to the United Nations. They are instantly recognizable:...

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The CD finds new life among Gen Z collectors

wenty-three-year-old Kate Carniol has collected every Taylor Swift CD since the original release of “Speak Now” in 2010. A new album release means a new CD purchase, a rule she reserves exclusively for Swift, whose complete discography lines a shelf...

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Best of the Best 2025

The 5 Best Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Studios Around Frederick

There’s something satisfying about creating something with your own two hands — shaping, painting or crafting an idea into reality. Across Frederick, the do-it-yourself movement has flourished as more people discover the joy of handmade art, custom decor and personal...

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Sweeter Than Fiction: Ice cream store offers Taylor Swift-inspired flavors

If Taylor Swift’s song “Karma” had an ice cream flavor, Ripleigh Maring thinks it would taste like honeycomb. “Bad Blood” would be a red velvet cake, and “Love Story” would inevitably have a wedding cake flavor.

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Dog days at the movies: Top 10 best dog movies of all time

The dog days of summer are upon us (or perhaps slightly behind us) and what better way to escape the heat and boredom of these last few summer days than to curl up in glorious air conditioning and watch a...

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Blues guitarist Corey Harris will be in Gettysburg for a free concert

Having played the blues for most of his adult life, guitarist Corey Harris recently decided to embark on a left turn for his career, as he is currently working on a doctorate in music. In the midst of that, he’s...

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Renata Scotto, soprano of uncommon intensity, dies at 89

Soprano Renata Scott has died at age 89, Scotto’s New York-based manager, Robert Lombardo, said she died Wednesday in her hometown of Savona, Italy. Scotto was a singer of uncommon intensity who became a successful director after her singing career....

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Donald Sutherland, the towering actor whose career spanned 'M.A.S.H.' to 'Hunger Games,' dies at 88

Donald Sutherland has died at 88. The Canadian actor's career stretched from “M.A.S.H” to “JFK” to “The Hunger Games." He was known for offbeat characters and epitomized the unpredictable, antiestablishment cinema of the 1970s. But over the decades, Sutherland shifted...

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Can NPR do without federal funding? Its CEO says she’s optimistic.

As the chief executive of NPR, Katherine Maher faces the fallout from an act portended in the corridors of Washington for a generation: the end of federal funding for public radio and its television counterpart, the Public Broadcasting Service.

The 5 Best Live Theater Companies (Adults) Around Frederick

Live theater offers a unique blend of storytelling and performance, creating a powerful medium for both entertainment and reflection. According to a survey by the National Endowment for the Arts, nearly 35% of adults attended live theater in the past...

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Art, nature and community combine at Fox Haven Farm’s Art Show & Garden Party

Fox Haven Farm will host its Art Show & Garden Party, an experience that brings together the worlds of art, nature and community.

2023 Best of the Best

The 5 Best Auto Dealer (Used) Around Frederick

They may not offer that new-car smell, but these used car dealerships are the best in Frederick, as selected by voters in The News-Post's Best of the Best contest.

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Acclaimed Italian pianist Maurizio Pollini dies at age 82

Grammy-winning Italian pianist Maurizio Pollini has died. He was 82. Pollini performed frequently at Milan’s La Scala. The opera house said in a statement that he died on Saturday without giving a cause of death. But Pollini had been forced...

The 5 Best Community-Oriented Companies Around Frederick

Looking for a new job or mulling a career change? Hoping to avoid the 270 parking lot during your daily commute? Check out these popular places to work in Frederick, Maryland, as voted on by the public in Best of...

Best of the Best 2025

The 5 Best Health & Fitness Clubs Around Frederick

Health and fitness clubs have become more than places to work out — they’re spaces where community, discipline and well-being intersect. As fitness trends evolve, people are looking for gyms that combine science-based training with motivation and camaraderie. From functional...

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Frederick native David Bengali nominated for Tony in projection design

David Bengali knows a theater audience might never know his name. After all, when you work behind the scenes, there’s magic about your anonymity, especially as a projection designer.

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Artisans gear up for the annual Valley Craft Network Studio Tour

For 42 years, the Valley Craft Network Studio Tour has been a pre-Thanksgiving tradition for shoppers who are not only looking to find handmade gifts for the holidays but meet the artisans behind the work.

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Encore Creativity for Older Adults presents winter concerts

The Encore Chorale of Frederick will perform its winter concert at 4 p.m. Dec. 17 at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Frederick, 4880 Elmer Derr Road Frederick. The concert is part of Encore Creativity’s concert season this December, with free performances...

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Marvin Levy, Steven Spielberg’s longtime publicist and an Oscar-recipient, dies at 96

Marvin Levy, Steven Spielberg’s publicist for over four decades and the only person in his field to be recognized with an Oscar, has died. He was 96. Levy died Monday in Los Angeles surrounded by loved ones, representatives for Amblin...

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Ellicott City’s ‘Bald Ballerina’ Maggie Kudirka to perform final fundraising concert this weekend

When Maggie Kudirka was diagnosed with stage four metastatic breast cancer at 23, her world turned upside down. Working as a professional ballet dancer at the Joffrey Concert Group in New York City, she never thought cancer could strike a...

Best of the Best 2024

The 5 Best Heating and Air Companies Around Frederick

When it comes to maintaining comfort in our homes and businesses, reliable heating and air conditioning services are essential. The right company not only ensures optimal climate control but also provides peace of mind through expert installation, maintenance, and repair....

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10 things to know ahead of your trip to the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Forest Experience in Leesburg

We know the Forbidden Forest in the Harry Potter series is forbidden for Hogwarts students, but Professor Albus Dumbledore is no where to be found. Why not take a stroll in the dark?

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Stephen Colbert's swan song is zeitgeist moment

There’s a lot of schadenfreude on the right, and even more lamentation on the left, about the cancellation of “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.”

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Las Vegas headliner Terry Fator will bring his ‘On The Road Again’ show to Frederick

“America’s Got Talent” winner and Las Vegas headliner Terry Fator will perform his “Terry Fator: On The Road Again” show at the Weinberg Center in Frederick at 7:30 p.m. July 12.

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Frederick business owner to headline Hub City Vinyl show

Blues guitarist and co-owner of The Logo Shack, Michael Tash will headline the newly opened Live at Hub City Vinyl venue in Hagerstown on Jan. 5. Tash, known for his performances with the Bad Influence band, will treat audiences to...

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MET premieres its 2025-2026 season with adaptation ‘The Shark is Broken’

Maryland Ensemble Theatre will kick off its 2025-2026 mainstage season with “The Shark is Broken,” an award-winning comedy inspired by the behind-the-scenes drama of the blockbuster film “Jaws.” Performances will run Sept. 12 through Oct. 5 at The MET, 31...

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Best of the Best 2025

The 5 Best Distilleries/Cideries/Meaderies Around Frederick

Distilling has come a long way from its rustic roots. In Frederick County, it’s now both a craft and a calling — where chemistry, creativity and local agriculture meet to produce exceptional spirits. From whiskey to gin, mead to cider,...

Best of the Best 2025

The 5 Best Feed and Agriculture Stores Around Frederick

There’s something timeless about the connection between people and the land. Agriculture may evolve with technology, but at its roots, it remains a deeply human endeavor built on care, consistency, and community. The Best of the Best celebrates local businesses...

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Art Exhibits

A calendar of art exhibitions in the area, updated weekly.

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Art Exhibits

A calendar of art exhibitions in the area, updated weekly.

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Jazz trombonist Euan Edmonds releases 'Beyond Hope and Fear'

Euan Edmonds has traveled the country playing trombone everywhere from here in Maryland to Chicago for years now. He recently released his first-ever set as a bandleader, “Beyond Hope and Fear,” as he settles back into living in Maryland after...

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Q&A: Artist Kirsty Little opens up about her Hood College installation ‘Blooming’

Whether it’s weaving her way through the air as an aerialist in the circus or weaving wire as a means to express herself through art, Kirsty Little has devoted her life to expression. An extension of that is currently on...

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‘Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!’ brings holiday laughs to Frederick

The Maryland Ensemble Theatre is ringing in the season with the holiday favorite “Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!” Based on the beloved children’s books by Barbara Park, this festive comedy follows first-grader Junie B. Jones as she navigates...

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UnCapped: Warehouse Cinemas

In this episode of the UnCapped podcast, host Chris Sands talks with Warehouse Cinemas president and CEO Rich Daughtridge and brand strategist Shanna Mueller to learn how the local theater has excelled while many others have struggled or closed. They...

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The year 72 Film Fest teams hit a wall

The 72 Film Fest, now in its 19th year, is a Frederick-grown creative competition where filmmaking teams compete to complete a short movie within three days. But wait — there’s more. The teams are given added obstacles (as if making...

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‘Beautiful, dark and joyous’: Principal actor Rishi Jaiswal on ‘Life of Pi’

By Shuan Butcher

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A bloody good night of theater: 'Sweeney Todd' onstage in Frederick

After Steve Cairns was cast as the lead in “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street,” he got a straight-razor shave — just to see how it felt and to watch a professional.

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Art Exhibits

A calendar of art exhibitions in the area, updated weekly.

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Joan Anderson, who twirled her way into hula hoop history, dies at 101

On a trip to Sydney in 1956, Joan Anderson was amazed to discover a new trend sweeping Australia’s beaches and streets. People were “doing the hoop” - twirling a sturdy, circular ring of bamboo around their hips for exercise or...

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Laugh, sing and celebrate the joys and challenges of being a woman: ‘Menopause the Musical’ is coming to the Weinberg Center

Get ready to laugh, sing and celebrate the joys and challenges of being a woman as “Menopause the Musical” takes the stage in Frederick.

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'Misery' in Hagerstown

The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater recently opened its MainStage performance of “Misery,” which will run through Oct. 22 on Friday and Saturday evenings at 6 p.m. and select Sunday matinees at 1 p.m.

Best of the Best 2024

The 5 Best Catering Companies Around Frederick

When it comes to hosting events, the right catering company can make all the difference in ensuring a memorable experience for you and your guests. In Frederick County, several catering services have gained recognition for their exceptional cuisine, professional service,...

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Music from Mexico! Que Viva el Salterio!

Shepherdstown Music and Dance will bring an all-ages concert on Easter weekend in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, from Queretaro, Mexico. These musicians will bring a unique interpretation of Mexican music, using the traditional psaltery, a plucked version of the dulcimer. Dueto...

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The 5 Best Local Podcasts Around Frederick

Podcasts have become a cornerstone of modern entertainment and information sharing, offering a diverse range of topics that cater to varied interests. With over 48 million episodes available globally, podcasts are more popular than ever, providing listeners with everything from...

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Facing uncertainty

First, as this is the first Long Box column of 2025, let me wish you a qualified happy New Year. As to whether it’s a happy one, well, I guess we’re all waiting to see how that pans out.

Best of the Best 2024

The 5 Best Podiatric Practices Around Frederick

Foot health is vital for overall well-being, as it affects mobility and quality of life. The Frederick News-Post’s Best of the Best contest highlights outstanding podiatric practices in Frederick County that are dedicated to providing specialized care for various foot...

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Hal Buell, who led AP's photo operations from darkroom era into the digital age, dies at 92

Hal Buell, who led The Associated Press’ photo operations from the darkroom era into the age of digital photography over a four-decade career that included 12 Pulitzer Prizes, has died. He was 92. Buell died Monday in Sunnyvale, California, where...