Schools reopen as Frederick County welcomes 38000 students
Nearly 38,000 Frederick County students return to classes as more than 300 school buses carry about 29,000 pupils daily. Thirteen new routes start this year with 5,800 field trips planned. Oakdale near New Market opens for about 450 students and 40 staff. Kindergarten enrolls around 400 students.
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YMCA approves extra money for child care centers
YMCA officials in California on Thursday allowed immediate extra spending for child care programs amid criticism of stinginess. Tenured care directors issued a statement voicing concern over sincerity and noting thousands of dollars now available to spend, while alleging unsafe conditions at game sites were ignored.
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Tokar Hired In 1986 At Washington YMCA
Tokar, a YMCA veteran, was hired in 1986 in Washington Pennsylvania and previously became executive director in 1973. In 1980 he earned about $1300 yearly but faced pay changes. The YMCA director of human resources Leslie Schultz quit Tuesday and preschool director Carole Nimorwicz resigned on Wednesday saying she could not continue in good conscience. The story notes continued details on Page A-13.
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Maryland aims online high school plan to ease teacher shortage
The Maryland Education Department schedules a fall 2002 launch for a statewide online high school with 250 virtual seats. Coordinator Ett Glown says the plan could let a single teacher teach classes across districts or from home, addressing shortages and reducing costs.
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Powerball closes in on 300 million in Greenwich
Greenwich officials plan to suspend ticket sales Friday as interest in the Powerball jackpot surges with would be millionaires. A New York resident comments on the high cost of living and the rarity of such large prizes as the story notes the growing rush from commuters and locals alike.
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Roller skating a family affair in Brad
A fragment notes a Brad family gathering at a former roller rink. An 18 year old named Karen Orgies references attempting a brief 15 minute session, indicating a casual family activity and informal plans.
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Frederick debuts Safe Haven Transfer Center for custody exchanges
The Frederick Safe Haven Transfer Center opens at Mary United Methodist Church, 131 W Second St, offering custodial exchanges at neutral, secure locations. Shauna Main says hours include 7 00 to 8 00 pm and 6 00 to 7 00 pm with future access on alternate evenings. The center, inspired by the National Children's Rights Council, aims to provide safety for separated or divorced parents and their children.
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Groundhog shuts down FCC power at campus
Groundhog caused a power outage at Frederick Community College around 12 45 pm. Marty Crabbs the school vice president said repair crews found animals often chew transformers. The animal did not survive. Power was restored by 4 pm and campus services like student photo ID were closed for the night with limited time to resume normal operations.
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