Community groups supply aid during holiday drive in Frederick
Helpers from police, American Legion, a local church and several groups donate milk turkeys mashed potatoes dressing and other foods plus margarine cranberries and about two dozen Christmas trees. City workers distribute bikes and skateboards from impounded stock as Mayor Smyth notes broad community adoption of families and coordinated gift delivery. A Brunswick resident recalls how helping others brings home the spirit of Santa Claus.
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American Legion
BIL Wily
Smyth
Ms. Strang
County plan urges immediate funding for Walkersville addition
State and local officials discuss forward funding of 1.7 million for the Walkersville addition so a construction contract can be awarded immediately. The governor’s education and school construction plans include multi county funding, with Frederick County earmarks totaling about 3 million of 7.3 million for the project. A state board appeal meeting is set for January.
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Board of Education
Board of County
Wuluussiuless Ivady
Reeder
Parris Glendening
LAC
Frederick County
Deer Crossing
Porlus
Bac
Brunswick Middle
IAC
State Board of Appeals
State funds to create about 400 jobs in Washington Co
Maryland officials announce state grants and loans totaling 2 million will spur roughly 400 new jobs in Washington County. A 1 million loan to Telespectrum Worldwide Inc will be converted to a grant if employment targets are met, with most positions full time and well paid. The Maryland Ribbon Co will receive a 1 million loan to expand production in Hagerstown.
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Washington Co
Hagerstown
Washington County
Maryland
Sunny Day Fund
Parris Glendening
Legislative Policy Committee
Telespectrum Worldwide Inc
Washington County Commissioners
Gregory Snook
Snook
Maryland Ribbon Co
UYIV
Wally Walk Ud
Sproduation
Snowfall Falls Short in Frederick County Delays Only Some Schools
Frederick County officials report minimal disruption as a light inch of snow fails to close schools. Middletown and Catoctin high schools and feeders delayed one hour, while other schools opened on time. County roads kept crews salted since 3:30 am as cold air and wind chill forecast worsen driving later. Authorities stressed preparedness and noted no accidents to date amid quiet roadways.
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Thede
Maryland
Frederick County
Central Alarm
Tha Hawke
Sic
Frederick
Middletown
Catoctin
Steve Crawford
Braddock Heights
Myersville
Crawford
Baasey
Virginia
North Carolina
New Jersey
Montgomery County
Deputies Apply for COPS Grant From 1994 Crime Bill
Sheriff Hagg announced continued coverage of a COPS grant under the 1994 Crime Bill. The program funds community policing efforts through the US Department of Justice. Local deputies welcome the money as a boost to patrols and crime-prevention initiatives.
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Hagg
Tnawnetenmek AF Techia
SHA opens 63 miles near Middlebrook Road to Md 121 area
The State Highway Administration announced earlier than planned opening due to weather. They opened 63 miles from Middlebrook Road to north of Md 121 and 4.5 miles on the west spur from River Road to Tuckerman Lane near Rockville, expanding access ahead of predicted storms.
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State Highway Administration
SHA
Middlebrook Road
River Road
Tuckerman Lane
Rockville
HOV Lane Timetable Set on Major Washington Beltways
The HOV lane will be in effect northbound from 1 495 to Md 121 and southbound from 1 370 to 1 495.
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MD. 121
1-495
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