Stimulus funds eyed to push Frederick County sewer lines
Butterfly Lane residents could gain from a broader stimulus plan as the Community Development Block Grant program may receive a $2.5 billion boost this year. A health emergency was declared there in December after a study found 90 percent of wells contaminated, with sewage and water line extensions proposed to resolve the issue.
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Knoxville
Senate OKs House Deficit Reduction Plan 496 Billion
The Senate approved the House backed 496 billion deficit reduction plan by 55 to 45, with Democrats backing bold tax hikes and military cuts to shrink deficits. Only two Democrats opposed. Republicans slammed the package as the largest tax rise in history and warned it won’t create jobs or cut the deficit immediately.
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New Mexico
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Alabama
Bob Krueger
Texas
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Bush
Airport plans noise abatement on new Frederick runway
Frederick Municipal Airport officials and FAA representatives, after meetings with Monocacy Village and Tulip Hill residents, approve a plan to reduce aircraft noise. Pilots departing the new runway should climb to 1000 feet and execute a 45 degree right turn to avoid low flights over noise sensitive areas Monocacy Village Fredericktown Village and Tulip Hill.
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Tulip Hill
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Charlie Abell
Abell
Mr Abell
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Mr. Abell
Bartlett holds talks with aides over staff harassment dispute
Rep. Roscoe G Bartlett met privately with aides to address an intra staff rift after Debra Royal accused Tim Woodford of inappropriate conduct with female staffers. Woodford supporters held a counter news conference. Bartlett called the matter a misunderstanding and said no action would be taken. The congressman planned further staff meetings to address sensitivity concerns.
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Tim Woodford
Dr. Bartlett
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Bartlett
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Lafferty
Woodford
Ms. Royal
Urban legends on the April Fool’s Day snake tale
Frederick readers face spreading urban legends about a cobra bite in a Burlington coat store and child abductions at Toys R Us. Police and store officials debunk the claims as myths, while folklorist Jan Harold Brunvand explains their spread and origins dating back to the 1960s.
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Golden To
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Burlington
Frederick County
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Frederick City
Toys R Us
Golden Mile
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Stine
Jan Harold Brunvand
Mr. Brunvand
Weather brief with showers and storms expected
Cloudy mild afternoon with a chance of thunderstorm or shower and highs in the 60s. Tonight remains cloudy with rain chances and lows in the 40s. Friday brings more rain with highs in the upper 50s. Page references for Maryland weather map and sports results. Arboriculture noted as a tree related business. Portions printed on recycled paper.
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State allows county schools to end term one day early
The Maryland State Board of Education granted a local request to shorten the 180 day school year due to hardship on families planning summer vacations. Students may end on Friday June 18 after a half day, instead of Monday June 21. 16 month teachers’ last day is June 21.
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State Board
Noel T. Farmer Jr
Ron Peiffer
Maryland State Department of Education
Nancy Grassmick
Peiffer
Flood Watch Returns for Frederick County Area
A renewed flood watch was issued Wednesday night for Frederick County as showers returned after a dry spell. The Potomac at Point of Rocks stood at 12.27 feet and the Monocacy remained about five feet below flood stage. Forecasters expect more showers later today and into the weekend with a chilly trend and 50 to 70 percent rain chances.
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Potomac River
Point of Rocks
National Weather Service
Ed Jenkins Drops Out Of City Board Race
Edward Jenkins withdrew from the aldermanic contest after a federal ruling blocked his Republican filing due to federal employment. He now may run as an independent and plans to retire in four years, saying the party affiliation controversy was too much.
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Edward Jenkins
Jenkins
Mr. Jenkins
Kemper Sports acquires Holly Hills Country Club
Kemper Sports Management buys Holly Hills Country Club in an undisclosed multimillion dollar deal. Jeff Hunt says plan includes partnering with Richmarr to develop surrounding homes and keep Mike McGinnis as club pro. Club becomes an exclusive private facility with clubhouse and course renovations.
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Hunt
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Bush
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Holly Hills
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