Mandel trial bribe probe rocks Maryland case
Lawyers for both sides met in closed session with U S District Judge John H Pratt amid reports a juror was bribed to vote not guilty in Gov Marvin Mandel’s corruption trial. Reports say juror Oscar Sislen was offered money to influence his verdict and was replaced earlier in the trial.
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Second suspect charged in drug related murder
A second suspect, Stephen Allen Mitchell, 26, of Battle Creek Michigan, was arrested at Washington National Airport and is held for extradition. Police say Thomas Edgar Vaught, 29, of Whytheville, was slain in a drug trafficking case and his body burned near Thurmont. A third suspect remains at large as the investigation crosses state lines and ties to narcotics cases.
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Offshore energy conflicts cited by Mexican president
Mexican president calls for austerity amid offshore energy tensions. Weather notes show mostly cloudy today with highs in the low to mid 20s and chilly nights. Fridayforecast remains cold with highs near 25.
President Ford's Half Brother Killed in Car Crash
A 57 year old half brother of President Ford, Leslie Henry King, died in Lebanon Tennessee when his car collided head on with a tractor trailer loaded with pipe on Interstate 20. Police said King’s wife notified the President after the crash occurred before 7 a.m. and it was unclear if Ford would attend the funeral.
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Frederick County School Board Advances Spelling Program and Structure Review
The Frederick County school board approved a basal spelling series for grades 1 through 8 and accepted 7800 in state funds to hire a consultant to study the system's organizational structure. Additional actions include funding for parking at the Vo Tech Center, completion payments for Yellow Springs School projects, and a Middletown Little League field concession with conditions.
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Budget battle over school budgets sparks Maryland clash
Frederick County school board hears Maryland officials warn of a push by counties to gain budget authority over local boards. Allen Gaddis and Ellen Moyer describe a potential referendum aimed at Article 77, Section 117, while stressing checks and balances.
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County faces charges over water sewer fees for development
Developer Robers argues Frederick County water and sewer connection charges are unfair and should be amortized and passed to homeowners. He notes high rates hinder Ballenger Creek area development, cites MCGM charges, and cites Willow Wood Estates in Prince George's as contrast. Commissioner Viris calls for taxpayers to be repaid as Ballenger Creek treatment plan proceeds.
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