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🎉 Exciting News for Friendsville! 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce that Friendsville now has FOUR pickleball courts at the town park! 🏓🇺🇸 Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America—and now it’s right here in our backyard!

🏞️ Here’s what you’ll find at the park:

  • 2 permanent pickleball courts

  • 1 tennis court now lined for 2 additional pickleball courts (bring your own portable nets)

🎾 Meet-Up Play Times (All skill levels welcome—including beginners!):

  • Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

  • Sundays: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

⏰ Courts are available all other daytime hours on a first come, first serve basis—perfect for families too!

🚫 Please be respectful:

  • No bikes, scooters, dogs, or hanging on nets

  • Help keep our courts in great shape!

💬 Want to stay connected?
Join the Friendsville Pickleball group on the TeamReach app for updates and group play coordination.

📲 Download the app here:

👉 Use group code: FRIENDSVPB1

Let’s get playing, Friendsville! 🏓💪 #Pickleball #FriendsvilleFun #CommunityPlay

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Click Here To Sign Up for the Town’s Monthly Newsletter

We are excited to announce that we are now offering a monthly newsletter to keep you informed about upcoming events, town news, and important updates.

To sign up for the newsletter, please fill out this Google Form.

The form will only take a few minutes to complete and will ensure that you are added to our mailing list.

Don’t miss out on all the exciting things happening in Friendsville! By subscribing to our newsletter, you’ll be the first to know about town events, community news, and more.

Thank you for your interest in staying connected with the Town of Friendsville!

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Update: Traffic Alert – Starting week of May 5th – August, weather permitting

🚧 Attention Friendsville Residents! 🚧

***TRAFFIC ALERT***

STATE HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION TO BEGIN A BRIDGE DECK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ON
MD 42 IN GARRETT COUNTY

Bridge to Close with Detours in Friendsville over the Youghiogheny River

(April 24, 2025) – The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin a bridge deck overlay and rehabilitation project on the MD 42 (Friendsville Road) bridge over the Youghiogheny River in Friendsville, starting May 5, 2025. The $5.6 million project is expected to be completed by August, weather permitting.

The work will require a closure of the bridge, and traffic will be detoured through Friendsville. The detour route will be using Maple Street to First Avenue to MD 42. Drivers should allow extra travel time while work is underway.

The State Highway Administration’s contractor, Triton Construction, Inc. of St. Albans, WV., will use electronic message boards, signs, barrels and cones to guide motorists through the work zone, road closure and detour.

For a list of all major State Highway Administration projects, go to the Project Portal or visit our home page at roads.maryland.gov.  For a look at real-time traffic conditions, go to md511.maryland.gov.

 

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Town of Friendsville Announces General Election Results

The Town of Friendsville held its general election on February 11, 2025, to elect town officials. We extend our gratitude to all residents who participated in this vital civic process. A total of 81 voters cast their ballots, demonstrating their commitment to shaping the future of our community.

We are pleased to announce the results of the election:

Elected Town Council Members

  • Chad Bittinger
  • Robert “Bob” Sines
  • James Hook

We congratulate the newly elected officials and look forward to their leadership as they work to enhance the well-being and progress of Friendsville.

A special thank you to all candidates for their dedication to our community, as well as to the election workers who helped facilitate a smooth and successful election process.

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🎉🏆 Exciting News! We’re thrilled to announce the winners of our Annual Holiday Decorating Contest! 🎄🌟✨

  • Residential Category:
    1st Place: Chad & Shannon Bittinger
    2nd Place: Nate & Erin Sober
    3rd Place: Wilma Keefer
  • Business Category:
    1st Place: Jeff and Alana Humberson (Former Jubilee Diner)
    2nd Place: The Root Cafe

All the light displays were fantastic, showcasing the true essence of the holiday season!

A huge round of applause to all participants for spreading joy and festive cheer throughout our community. The Friendsville Mayor & Town Council extend their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated. Your creativity and enthusiasm truly made this season special! 🎁🎅

2024 Annual Holiday Decorating Contest Winners

  • Residential Category
    1st Place: Chad & Shannon Bittinger

 

 

 

  • Business Category
    1st Place:  Jeff and Alana Humberson (Former Jubilee Diner)

 

 

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Please don’t blow or swept your grass clippings or leaves in the street!

When anything but rain goes down the storm drain, it can become a drainage problem.  Improper disposal of yard waste, including leaves and grass clippings cause a drainage problems.  Please do not blow or swept grass clippings in the streets.  We appreciate your cooperation.                          Mayor & Town Council
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