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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1984
Page
3
Montgomery County reports a drop in set fires and rising arson arrests after a task force expanded arson investigators from eight to 13 and added two prosecutors. Juveniles account for 70 percent of fires, with programs using Arson Carson to educate fourth graders.
Mathias joins Walk-a-thon and officials note a dramatic reduction in major fires since 1982, with $50,000+ losses cut by 839 percent. The county highlights $63,000 in federal funds for Operation Extinguish youth arson counseling and a seminar at NBS Gaithersburg.
A Frederick County Circuit Court judge affirmed the Frederick County Board of Appeals to deny nonconforming use status for the Gotach Center for Health risking a possible shutdown. The county plans enforcement once the ruling is officially received, with fifteen people employed and a pending restraining order sought by Gotach. A separate appeal to the state Special Court of Appeals in Annapolis may be filed, while a companion case in October concerns a Clover Hill special exception.
Colton Villa Nursing Home in Hagerstown hosts a four day benefit for the Arthritis Foundation from April 23 to April 26. Events include bake sales flea markets bingo and a resident Rock and Roll Jamboree with a coronation of a king and queen and a guest appearance by Mrs Santa Haven Hoffman. Proceeds support Maryland arthritis research and education. The public is invited to attend at 750 Dual Highway Colton Villa Nursing Center.
Damascus hosts the first free dog vaccination clinic of the year at Damascus High School 25921 Ridge Road on Friday May 4 from 5 p.m. to 7 30 p.m. Dogs over four months must be vaccinated. licenses and a $350 unlicensed dog fine apply.
Middletown Valley Historical Society will meet at 7 30 p m on Wednesday April 25 in Middletown Middle School library. Guest speaker is Mrs Ann Leichert past president of Frederick County Landmarks speaking on Problems with Old House Restorations. Public invited.
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