Garrett County Emergency Management announces the completion of the two-day Western Maryland Multi-Agency Exercise conducted at the former ASCI building on Adventure Sports Way. Day Two focused on integrating local public-safety personnel with members of the Maryland National Guard’s 32nd Weapons of... see more

25 years later, we will never forget the men and women who sacrificed their lives on that September day. We remember the first responders, the brave men and women who ran toward danger, and every innocent life lost. Their courage, sacrifice, and memory will never be forgotten. see more

Found on 219 north near Bumblebee Road. Please contact the shelter to reclaim. see more

Found on Interstate 68 at exit 22. Please contact the shelter to reclaim. see more

Garrett County residents and visitors are advised that a planned multi-agency public safety training exercise will take place Tuesday, September 8 and Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in the area of the former Adventure Sports Institute International at the top of Marsh Mountain in McHenry. The public... see more

Oakland resident sentenced to 25 years for Sexual Abuse of a Minor see more

From the desk of Sheriff Bryson Meyers: On September 3, 2026, around 9:30 am, correctional staff with the Garrett County Detention Center located inmate Vernon Reed Platter, 69 years old, Mountain Lake Park, unresponsive in his cell. Staff immediately began CPR and contacted 911. Southern Garrett... see more

Garrett County Rabies Program IMPORTANT: Garrett County has experienced three confirmed rabies cases to date in 2026. Protect your pets and your family from the threat of this disease by bringing your dogs, cats, and ferrets to the clinic in your area. Cost per animal – $5.00. Grantsville Elementary... see more

From the desk of Sheriff Bryson Meyers: On August 30, 2026, around 5:20pm, deputies stopped a vehicle along Marsh Hill Road for traffic violations. During the course of the traffic stop a Sheriff’s Office K-9 was utilized and conducted a K-9 scan of the vehicle which resulted in a positive alert. A... see more

From the desk of Sheriff Bryson Meyers: On August 29, 2026, around 5:55 pm, deputies responded to the 600 block of P Street to assist the fire department with a fire. During the course of the investigation, Vernon Reed Platter, 69 years old, Mountain Lake Park, threatened to burn the building down... see more