Local tax clash over new construction excise levy
Editorial urges county commissioners to abandon an proposed excise tax on new construction aimed at funding transportation. It warns taxpayers to reject tax fishing expeditions, questions past tax hikes, and calls for voter referendum if the measure surfaces again. It also stresses safer road funding and criticizes the current delegation’s handling of taxes and transportation planning.
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Fredenck
Tak
General Assembly
Easy
Annapolis Poilttcians
U.S. 15
State Highway Administration
Enduring political natter fades as Florida choice looms
A fragmented反 rant reflects on media influence in elections, naming Gore and Bush, and contemplates democracy, leadership, and the appeal of leaving decisions to others. It references Maritain and a sense of national drift toward hedonism amid seeming prosperity and political tension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacques Maritain
M. Maritain
Thaes Twati
What If Gore Had Won the 2000 Florida Fight?
An in depth reflection on how different choices by Gore, Bush, and allies might have altered the 2000 outcome. Questions linger about Gore’s home state strategy, Nader’s voters, Palm Beach butterfly ballots, and timing debates. The piece notes enduring national division and political fatigue after a contested election.
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Bill Clinton
Arkansas
Gore
George
Ww. Bush
Ralph Nader
Florida
Theresa LePore
Palm Beach
Saeed
al Gore
Fakr Panch Bag Ac Volf
White House
Congress
Asaentene
Palm Beach County
Jess
Mystery of wayward Argandatte Sod solved by officials
Authorities stated Argannate Sod left the area and was traced to John H Huff of 120 South Frederick. Heavy light snow hindered travel on Frederick County roads causing minor accidents as residents cleaned and prepared for holiday events. Catoctin High School seniors led a Christmas window display for the upcoming dance. Middletown Volunteer Fire Company elected Kenneth Smith as president with a full slate of officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John H. Huff
South Frederick
Frederck County
Catoctin High School
Judy Biser
Tina Zanella
Connie Hunkles
Kenneth Smith
Middletown Volunteer Fire Company
Paul Fink
Leslie Long
Tom Noon
Fran Taylor
Steve Leatherman
Dave Cobleniz
Robert Butts
Frederick Fair Day Cuts School Time for Nine Day Event
Local readers note the nine day Frederick Fair reduces student attendance, with only four school days planned and five days open for fair participation. Janet Krones in Tramsville reports on community response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ron Peppe
Frederick
Woman thanks Scott Rolle for not pursuing kidnap charges
A reader expresses gratitude to Scott Rolle for not charging Nina Panella following a Dec 5 article. The letter praises Nina for her courage in acting in her child's best interests and acknowledges the court order she opposed. It closes with blessings for Nina and her daughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott Rolle
Nina Panella
Nina
Ning
Dyslexia Concerns in Schools Prompt Parent Group Input
A reader letter criticizes how dyslexia programs are treated in schools and urges adherence to IDEA and ADA guidelines. The piece references involvement with PAGER and mentions attendance at an IDA conference, highlighting needs for proper provisions and advocacy for affected students.
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IDA
Letters to the Editor from Carolyn M. Ott Emmitsburg
A brief reader contribution from Carolyn M. Ott of Emmitsburg offering viewpoints on local matters and community concerns in a concise letters page format.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carolyn M. Ott
Emmitsburg
Death sentence demanded for county murder case
Reader letter urges strict action after a county boy’s death blamed on a detainee released on credits. The writer questions plea bargaining, pushes for maximum penalties, and calls Frederick City Police to press the courts to show zero tolerance for such crime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott Rolle
Wee E
Lara
Frederick City
Mr. Rolie
Aay
Frederick County
Fire chief tied to Hoover era tactics sparks scrutiny
The piece cites Major Ray Raffensberger and alleged spying methods used by former FBI chief J. Edgar Hoover, with criticisms that such surveillance targeted individuals regardless of race. Drew McMahon of Reisterstown adds a personal note on civil rights and employment treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Raffensberger
FBI
J. Hoover
Frederick
Tks
Fragmented prompt about a parent and school scene
The reader describes a morning routine dropping a 7 year old at school and mentions a brief daily activity, but the text is garbled with unclear phrases and stray words. No clear events, names, or dates emerge to form a full news item.
Emmett Later Cleverly Maryland
The fragment notes a terse assertion about someone’s well being at the expense of others and hints at a figure named Emmett Later Cleverly in Maryland. The readable pieces suggest a personal or local remark rather than a formal event or public notice.
Fragmented Letter Drafts From Obscure Editoral Snippet
A garbled OCR style letter page shows disjointed fragments about readers, exchanges, and a cryptic address. Names, places, and numbers appear jumbled, with partial phrases referencing a gamer, a peel, and a postal box. The piece reads like an unfinished community page with scattered notes.
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