Frederick I-70 355 interchange eyed to ease traffic
Editorial notes a long term plan for a new East Street extension and urban diamond interchange at Walser Drive to connect I-70 with 355, plus access to Md 85 and Walser Boulevard. SHA cites substandard ramps and sharp curves. project estimated at 100 million dollars, with seven to ten years to complete and calls for public input through month end.
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MD. 85
Walser Boulevard
Frederick Keys
South Market Street
SHA
East Street
Walser Drive
Frederick
Jim Grimes
Harris Smariga & Assoc
MD. 355
South Street
State Highway Administration
Office of Planning
Baltimore
Neil J. Pederson
Robert ©. Fisher
Robert D. Douglass
Watergate remembered as national tragedy on anniversaries
A veteran journalist reflects on Watergate as a profound national tragedy not suited for humor. He recalls Nixon's rise and fall, the moral flaws exposed, and the somber impact on journalism, politics, and public life, noting even Hollywood did not mock the affair.
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Richard M. Nixon
Webster
Nixon
White House
Mixon
Gerald Ford
Richard Nixon
American Society al
America
Hollywood
Scropps Howard Sensaertrie
Maryland Conservation Day visuals in Jefferson tour
Newsmen and sponsors toured Nellie Thrasher Farm near Jefferson to visualize one year of benefits from a large one day conservation event. Residents complain of crows in Court House Park as Truman passes Frederick in a presidential procession. Urbana trooper stops motorist. Frederick police announce new recruit William Boost Jr. A severe storm hits Frederick area after Goodwill fire, board seeks temporary facilities to keep 49 workers employed. A 0.92 square mile tract near Lake Linganore sells for 832400 to Eugene Casey. Renn Pontiac shop owner reports sale nearing completion to Wheaton buyer.
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Maryland
Nellie \. Thrasher
Jefferson
Frederick Jaycees Invite Young Adults to Join Community Leaders
Suzanne Voss, president of the Frederick Jaycees, invites residents ages 21 to 39 to monthly meetings at Brewers Alley in downtown Frederick. The article lists long history and programs including Outstanding Young Marylander, March of Dimes Walk America, Frederick County Science and Engineering Fair, Christmas in April, and Adopt-a-Family. The group also offers agricultural scholarships each June and supports elderly and community projects such as the Trauma Bear Program and Street Kids Block activities.
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Frederick Jaycees
H.A.R.G.E. Foundation
Hugh O'Brien
Frederick County
Maryland
Frederick
Junior Chamber Mission Inn
Frederick City
FSC
Friends of
Baker Park
Montevue Nursing Home
Brewer's Alley
Parents Hope New Law Cuts Car Risks
A reader, DAVID DAGGETT of New Market, reflects on a fatal crash caused by a 17 year old driver. He urges training and supervision to prevent tragedies and cautions against parents letting young teens gain independence too early.
Trooper Bill Bergan Remembered by Walkersville Links
A Frederick News-Post reader from Walkersville, Maryland pays tribute to Trooper Bill Bergan, longtime Maryland State Police resident, praising his friendship and law enforcement service. The letter contrasts Brazilian police conduct with U S policing, but focuses on Bergan as a valued local figure in Glen Burnie and Walkersville.
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Frederick
Paulo
Brazil
Walkersville High School
Bill Bergan
Maryland
Walkersville
U.S
Glen Burnie
Bill
Talented man remembered by Frederick reader
A Frederick County resident thanks the Frederick News-Post for an online article about a talented local man named Fred Naugle. The reader recalls memories, including receiving their first tattoo from him, and praises his many gifts.
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Frederick County
Fred Naugle
Fred
Frederick
Common Market Supported For North Side Revitalization
Geraldine O and Lloyd urge community backing for Common Market moving to North Market Street, calling for downtown revitalization and broader wellness aligned offerings. They urge local businesses and officials to engage in a health oriented, inclusive future for Frederick City downtown.
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Common Market
Carmack Jay's Tesoro's
North Market Street
Market Street
Westminster Chief Leppo Honored Amid Teen Driver Training Concerns
A Westminster reader honors Chief Sam Leppo for years of service and praises the police department, then voices concern over teen driving laws. The writer notes renewals at the Motor Vehicle Administration on June 28, the day before a new rule for 16 year olds took effect, and questions the motive of parents trying to bypass training and supervision requirements.
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Sam Leppo
Westminster
Chief Leppo
Sam Seppo
Westminster Police Department
Leppo
Motor Vehicle Administration
Lost souls need attention and societal change urged
A reader argues that gun control and TV ratings won t fix violence. The core claim is that hopeless individuals are the disease and society must treat each other with sincerity to prevent tragedies like Columbine and Atlanta.
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Columbine High School
Atlanta
Mark Barton
Cilitor
Simcter
Stellar Coast Guard Band concert at Weinberg Theater
The UK Coast Guard Band delivered a superb Aug 2 Weinberg Theater show featuring Star Wars Symphonic Suite Gershwin Sousa Gypsy Dances and a standout vocalist with euphonium and Dixieland fusion. Sponsors The Frederick News-Post GS Communications and Bettie Delaplaine enabled the performance. a packed Weinberg audience praised the effort. James Prandle Captain U.S. Coast Guard ret.
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Coast Guard
Weinberg Theater
Frederick News-Pos
GS Communications
Bettie Delaplaine
Frederick
Weinberg
Letters to the Editor Policy at Frederick News Post
The Frederick News Post invites signed letters with writer name and contact numbers for year‑later verification. Due to high volume some letters are cut for space and poetry religious verse form letters or copies to others are not published. Send letters by mail fax or email to the Frederick MD address or listing.
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Fredench News-Post
Frederick News-Post
E. Patrick St. P
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