Thurmont youth baseball feud over field use boils over
Editorial urges restraining order and calm in Thurmont as two leagues Little League and Cal Hopken clash over field access. Accounts of threats, arguing parents, and tainted sportsmanship highlight the need for adults to model civility for children.
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Thurmont
Little League
Cal Hopken League
Vince Lombardi
Cal Pipken League
Hyband
Legge
Le ragazze journey through Italy with Grace and Melanie
Roy Meachum recounts a northern Italian itinerary with Grace and Melanie Colgan. The sisters charm locals, navigate eateries from McDonalds to hidden village kitchens, and endure a missing rented BMW incident as part of a vivid, personal travel memoir.
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Colgan
Melanie
Grace
Gracie
Mellie
Rome
Florence
Pepersely
Genoa
Turkey
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McDonald's
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Venice
Como
Mel
White House
Melissa
le Engi
Gsc
Pisa
Conse Ecco Ee
Aisbateakig
BMW
Vi 'A
Tuscany
Sharpton presidential bid teased as liberal peril
The piece argues Rev. Al Sharpton could split Black vote in 2004, aiding Bush or harming Democrats. It cites his ties to Jesse Jackson, past campaigns, and fame from race issues. It warns of political weaponization of race and calls for responsible Black leaders to uplift families and communities.
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al Sharpton
Jesse Jackson
George W. Bush
New City
Senate
Kar Clinton
White House
Sharpte
Mary
Sharpton
Karl Rove
Two street plans for Fast Street extension presented
City Engineer W Raymond Walter sent two layouts for the Fast Street extension from Eighth Street to Market Street to state and federal highway officials. One plan follows the railroad to Market, merging with Market. the second turns from Girtiee to connect with Market via two right-angle bends.
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Fast Street
Eighth Street
Marke Street
W Raymond Walter
State Roads Committee
Pennsylvania Railroad
Federa Bureau of Public Roads
State Road Agency
Pla
East Street
Market Street
YMCA faces scrutiny over child care concerns
Readers allege mismanagement at the YMCA, citing welfare impacts and poor conditions for children. Ellen Allan Mount Airy and others demand investigation, training, and possible national YMCA involvement to address alleged mistreatment and employee relations issues.
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YMCA
Letters express concerns about YMCA finances and ethics
Readers in Frederick and Middletown attack nonprofit YMCA governance and daycare costs, calling for independent audits and resignations. They allege cover ups, misdeeds, and restrictive board practices, urging accountability and community involvement. Strong names appear, including STEVE DeGENARO DIANE HALLEMAN and JANE and PETER RICCIUTI.
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Liachiens Sirians Ora
Frederick
Old Guard
Old Boys’ Club
Letters to the Editor Guidelines for The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post outlines submission rules for Letters to the Editor. Writers must sign with full name and contact details, include two copies, and avoid publishing personal attacks. Letters are edited or rejected if containing personal addresses or privacy concerns.
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Pusi
Frederick
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