YMCA board under fire after Tokar departure
The local YMCA faces scrutiny as President Dick Tokar steps down amid criticism of mismanagement and neglect. The board's role is questioned, with calls for stronger leadership, oversight, and a swift search for a capable, caring permanent president to restore trust and fix deficiencies.
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Jennifer Dougherty reflects on 1993 mayor bid and rumors
The News-Post recounts Jennifer Dougherty defending her 61st mayoral bid amid rumors she is a lesbian. The column recalls past coverage, Loftus conversations, and party politics shaping Frederick’s mayoral race amid accusations of smear campaigns and backroom deals.
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Harold Domer
Fran Baker
Ellen Sauerbrey
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend
Frederick
Farewell to a Southern Gentleman Jesse Helms
A veteran North Carolina senator, Jesse Helms, announces he will retire at end of fifth term in January 2003. The essay lauds his steadfast principles, courteous demeanor, and public independence while noting the sharp partisan divide his career provoked among liberals and conservatives alike.
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Residents Call For Safer Intersection At Copper Oaks
Letters describe a dangerous entrance at Copper Oaks in Woodsboro with a fatal crash witnessed by a family. Call for convex mirror, ahead signal and yellow flash light 500 feet before the intersection. Residents urge drivers to slow and watch for pedestrians and children during the school season.
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YMCA child care closings anger parents
A reader responds to the August 25 YMCA child care closings story, arguing that parents themselves are the problem and questioning some statements in the article. The letter reflects parental frustration with program disruptions and community reactions.
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Letters on Parents and Jobs Clash Over Child Care
The letters argue that parents balance work with child care duties, highlighting how shifts in work hours affect family time. One writer laments prioritizing jobs over children, while others urge greater attention to kids. A London correspondent compares stem cell research to broader societal concerns.
End of an era as Krantz farm sale reshapes area
Neighbor letters reflect sadness at Krantz farm sale and the shift from a working farm to development. Readers Catherine DiGennardo and Cecelia Cole lament losing cows hayfields and creekside strolls, warn of more houses, and thank the Krantz family for preserving rural charm.
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Water supply critique raises city annexation and fee questions
Larry Marshall voices concern over city water availability and rising costs. He asks why water is abundant for external uses yet scarce for residents and new construction, questions annexation incentives, and seeks explanation for a $5 monthly water customer fee that is effectively doubled by sewer charges.
Embryonic stem cell debate questioned letter stance
A reader challenges Bernard Collins' Aug. 22 piece, arguing his Nazi comparison and “means versus ends” framing oversimplify the issue. The letter says embryonic stem cell research is not tied to Nazi experiments and that the debate is moral and scientific, not sensationalized.
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Bernard Collins
Fire damages kitchen at William Blank home
Bartonsville residents form bucket brigade to quell a kitchen fire at 10:45 a.m. neighbors helped extinguish flames before Frederick fire crews arrived. Units said smoke and fire were out upon arrival and a cat reportedly avoided harm. Targeted by near a sidewalk scene, the incident preceded other regional updates on sewer plans, softball triumph, and education leaders.
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William Blank
Frederick
Letters to the Editor request mail address and contact
Readers are invited to send Letters to the Editor to The Frederick News Post with signed letters and contact details. Include home and business phone numbers if possible. Some letters may be abbreviated due to length and publication is not guaranteed.
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