Hooking up and the college sex scene examined
A recent study on hooking up among college students is described as sex without emotion with rules forbidding expectations beyond the moment. The piece notes risks of STDs and emotional harm, while suggesting some students may form genuine connections despite the impersonal setup.
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Commission urges national election reforms after Florida vote
A Carter Ford commission urges uniform statewide voter registration and vote standards, limits on TV networks calling states during voting, and making Election Day a national holiday. It warns against abolishing local control over poll times and suggests felons may vote after serving sentences. The report seeks action from Bush Congress and states.
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One Way Street Conversions Planned for City Roads
The board of aldermen authorized widening north traffic and converting Fourth to Seventh streets into a one way southbound lane. Market Street will be northbound and Bentz Street southbound under contemplated plans.
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Winter Should Pursue Theater At Frederick High School
A reader condemns Frederick High School administration and politics after a student alerted authorities about weapons linked to Kelly Bryant. The letter attacks the system, praises theater, and accuses officials and supporters of deceit and neglect, urging better guidance for students and reform.
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Area top special or power plant disaster outline
A Baltimore train calamity described as colossal engulfed in fire along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park and the Potomac River. The July 18 wreck caused flames to burn for days and generate intense heat across the region, per The Washington Post report.
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Letters: Atoms LG Etch Fierce to Leak
A chemical leak from Atoms LG etches fumes into a storm drain near a power plant site. Hydrochloric acid entered Washington Creek in Frederick County causing a chlorine gas cloud and resident evacuations. The creek feeds the Potomac River, raising concerns over environmental impact across the county.
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If only dog owners paid for rights and safety
The writer argues that fines for off leash dogs are insufficient and ineffective. Irresponsible owners must be held accountable with meaningful, enforced penalties to prevent harm to people and pets. Kathy Engle, Frederick, urges action before tragedy strikes.
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California fixes first and residents wary of Sempra energy push
Local readers react to Sempra Energy Corp promo claiming benefits for Frederick. Critics urge the company to focus on California first, skeptical of zero emissions promises and potential energy cost impacts if they move into Frederick.
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West Winds plan draws neighbor concern over growth
A resident voices worry that West Winds Golf Community will fill every land spot, bringing higher crime to a once beautiful Epsom area. The letter questions local planning and urges others to share the concern, noting movement from New Market and tax issues referenced in broader notices.
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Tax cut confusion letters calm on rates and timing
Reader Robert C. Mount from Lewistown disputes a letter by Jane D Abrecht arguing about a 2001 tax cut. He notes the current year provides an advance against rate reductions, with 3 percent of 6000 dollars and 600 dollars for joint filers, while the 15 percent rate may stay in effect depending on policy.
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Owners to blame for dog bite fears and lax fines
A reader argues owners are at fault for dog attacks citing personal experiences with breeds like poodles boxers and labs. The piece laments unattended dogs roaming streets endangering children riders and pedestrians and questions the logic of breed based safety claims and fines.
Childhood mischief versus real danger in hot cars
Diana Williams of Gaithersburg protests Bill Heinmiller's light view of childhood misbehavior. She urges recognition of how deadly hot car exposures are for toddlers and calls for continued, clear information on safety tips, noting tragedies and innocent deaths.
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Unworkable suggestion in Mr Chikds July letter
In a July 16 letter Mr Chikds calls Bush's tax cut expensive and argues that with all the brains in Washington they could change the withholding amount from paychecks and give taxpayers extra money each week. He critiques the proposal as impractical and costly.
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Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News-Post
Readers are invited to send letters to the editor with the writer’s full name and home address. The paper notes space constraints and reserves the right to publish or withhold letters. Poetry religious verse or copies of other writings are not published.
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