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Welcome to Frostburg, DeDi’s Kitchen!
FrostburgFirst and the City of Frostburg were thrilled to officially cut the ribbon and celebrate the opening of DeDi's Kitchen, at 167 East Main, behind Main Street Pub on Thursday, May 20, 2021! In attendance were Mayor W. Robert Flanigan; Frostburg City...
Summer Fun in Downtown Frostburg
Summer is fast approaching. The days are getting longer, temperatures are rising, and kids are finishing up the school year. With the arrival of summer comes so many wonderful activities here in Downtown Frostburg. From grabbing sweet treats at local restaurants to...
Show Your Love for Mom in Downtown Frostburg!
Mother's Day falls on Sunday May 9th, and this year you can grab all your gifts and treat Mom right in Downtown Frostburg! Gift Guide: McFarland's Candies- currently taking orders for Chocolate Covered Strawberries & Raspberries. They will also have grab and go...
Recap: Bite of the Burg Restaurant Week – Why Eating Local Matters
For several years now, the annual Frostburg Shamrock Shuffle took place during the week of St. Patrick's day. This year, due to COVID-19 guidelines, the Shuffle could not be held, but we were determined to provide an event to support local businesses! The result was...
Surviving COVID-19 in a Small Town: What the Frostburg Community has Accomplished During the Pandemic
As we approach the one-year mark of the first positive COVID-19 cases in Maryland, it is important to reflect on some of the positives in our lives. This year has not been without its challenges. We have faced illness and uncertainty, as well as new regulations and mandatory quarantines. It has been a difficult time, especially for small businesses. Despite this, the city of Frostburg has continued to thrive. Our community has adapted quickly and efficiently. Restaurants remained open with takeout, delivery and outdoor dining. With some creative fine tuning, we were still able to host many of our annual activities. It is all thanks to the strong sense of community here in Downtown Frostburg!
FrostburgFirst Receives Funding for COVID-19 Small Business Recovery Mini-Grant Program
FrostburgFirst Implements COVID-19 Small Business Recovery Mini-Grant Program As small businesses around the country continue to suffer financial fallout due to the COVID-19 pandemic, FrostburgFirst is pleased to announce the successful implementation of the...
Feel the Love in Frostburg Valentine’s Day 2021!
Elton John once asked us all, "can you feel the love tonight?", and this Valentine's Day 2021, we here at FrostburgFirst are making sure that you feel the love in Downtown Frostburg! Because, even though we are focused on spreading love around Frostburg all the time,...
FrostburgFirst Welcomes New Intern: Olivia Howard
Hello! My name is Olivia Howard and I am very excited to serve as an intern at FrostburgFirst during the Spring 2021 semester. During my time at Frostburg First, I hope to gain some valuable career experience, meet new people in the community, and learn more about the...
Welcome Back FSU!: A New Year and A New Semester
Welcome back FSU! It's time for another semester! The time has come for you to return to our small mountain town here in Western Maryland! Wherever you are returning from, or if it's your first year, we want to welcome you to our community and ensure that you are...
A Guide to Making Your New Years Resolutions a Reality in Frostburg!
FrostburgFirst wishes you a Happy New Year and hopes that you are staying warm during these chilly days, finding comfort in your home and time to spend doing the things that make you happy, and probably....simply hoping that 2021 is a little more calmer and “normal”...
Pop-Up Frostburg Welcomes Home Before Dawn!
FrostburgFirst’s Pop-Up Frostburg Program is celebrating Shop Small Season by hosting a rotating pop-up retail shop through the early winter season. The Pop-Up Frostburg program brings together entrepreneurs, artists, makers, and small businesses with local property...
Welcome to a New Year with FrostburgFirst!
If you're like me, it's impossible not to feel some relief that 2020 is in our rearview mirror! And yet, despite all of the unexpected challenges, Frostburg has not only survived but thrived. The pandemic has largely guided activities this year, and yet Frostburg...