Frederick County considers homegrown sheriff's deputy academy
Editorial supports creating a local training academy at Reichs Ford Road to train deputies in house. It notes current reliance on outside academies, upcoming October 2002 start tentative, and potential class of about two dozen cadets. Proponent cites tailored curriculum, cost control, and state-certified instructors.
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Sex education debate fuels county schools controversy
Roy Meachum criticizes the Frederick County Board of Education for its handling of sex education. He notes abstinence rhetoric, media backlash, and political pressure shaped by right wing critics. Cites Michael Kuster on teen birth rates and calls for professional guidance over ideological stance.
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Let Iraq become next after Afghanistan, says columnist
The piece argues for attacking Iraq after pacifying Afghanistan and bin Laden. It critiques hawks urging a Baghdad push, questions U S military readiness, and warns of a Vietnam-like outcome if Iraq is pressed prematurely. It cites Powell, Schwarzkopf, and past troop levels while urging decisive action now.
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Maryland News Roundup From Frederick County
Permits for two Frederick County school building projects were approved under the searce materials program by the National Production Authority. Dorothy Keller, 16, named safety girl at Jefferson farm, won a $300 GM scholarship as a 4 H Farm and Home Safety winner at the 30th Nations 4-H Club Congress in Chicago. George B. Delaplaine Jr reports about 2,500 residents bought Christmas Seals in two weeks of the annual drive. Reactions to the release of former Maryland Gov. Mandel varied amid local, statewide notes. Maryland DOT buys 195 miles of railroad track rights for 6.3 million, including a Frederick to Littlestown, PA stretch. Dorothy KInsman says purchase seen as economical long term. Frederick County Public Schools praised by Superintendent Dr. Stuart Berger as among the best for basic learning skills. Frederick Rotary Club holds its regular meeting.
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Grandma a short walk down the hall
Opinion draft arguing sex education starts at home, urging parents to discuss abstinence and responsibility with children to prevent teen pregnancy and avoid embarrassing visits to Grandma. It cautions against taboos and promotes moral guidance, preparation, and open conversation at home.
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Abstinence Message Cited To Reduce Teen Births and STDs
The speaker argues that teaching that sex is only for monogamous, committed relationships would eliminate unwed teen births abortions and STDs. They claim this would lead to healthier families and societal joy.
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McVeigh Bin Laden comparison questioned in Frederick letter
Frederick response argues a key difference between a U S citizen committing a crime and a foreign power waging war. The letter says Timothy McVeigh is an American while Osama bin Laden is not and questions the idea of seeking world court remedies for acts of war.
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Train Station and Costco Rapid Construction Spur Debate
Robin White notes the swift completion and opening of the new train station and Costco, urging local officials in Frederick to reconsider road construction plans and push for changes, while calling for action on infrastructure.
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Soft, Weak Americans Reflect on Sept 14 Reactions
A fragmented letter questions American responses to bombing Afghanistan and criticizes antiwar sentiments. It references Osama bin Laden, urges tough actions, and labels a minority as overly sensitive. The writer, signing as ON MARSHALL, Frederich, argues for a harder stance against terrorism.
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Put them on record about repeat DWIs
Fragmentary text discusses pushing Maryland voters to require candidates to pledge action on repeat drunk driving offenses. The piece.
Call for Zero Percent Raise Draws Laughable Response
A Leesburg part time county employee, Mx Cross, objects to pay raises claiming a zero percent increase is unfair. She cites her own raises in prior years and argues commissioners should receive a cost of living adjustment. The piece notes commissioners have not had raises since 1990 and compares proposed pay to earlier levels.
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Letters to the Editor process at The Frederick News-Post
Readers are invited to send exclusive letters to the editor to The Frederick News Post The process requires contributors to include their name city and contact details The paper notes the need for accuracy and reserves the right to edit for publication and space.
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