Frederick students shine as county ranks second in Maryland
Frederick County students again deliver top state scores. Despite funding limits, educators and administrators maintain high standards, with a motivated staff, dedicated parents, and disciplined students driving superior performance, placing the county second in Maryland among top school systems.
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Kim Lewis
Teachers’ Association
Frederick
Bartlett urges balanced budget to protect future generations
Roscoe Bartlett argues for a seven year balanced budget to prevent higher taxes, Medicare risk, and slower growth. He cites CBO estimates, Republican plans, and White House vetoes, urging bipartisan action to cut spending and restore opportunity for Maryland's 6th District.
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Roscoe Bartlett
Frederick
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Family leave hypocrisy in political vows amid leave act debate
Lawmakers split on balancing work and family as Neuman skips votes citing a hunting trip. The Family and Medical Leave Act faced opposition from party leadership yet helped workers like Christopher Ruffin and Walter Fish keep jobs and health coverage while supporting ill relatives.
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Clinton
Christopher Ruffin
Hyattsville
Walter Fish
Saginaw
Family leave laws and protection for working parents
Ellen Bravo argues for robust family leave protections amid cases like Brian Terleckci fired for choosing hospital time with his son. Data shows many workers lack protection due to small employer size or short tenure. She cites studies showing no harm to employers from compliance and urges lawmakers to defend parental rights and paid leave options nationwide.
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Hunter Neuman
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Sledding Safety Zones Adopted by City Officials
City officials granted a safety plea from youths and announced roped off sledding zones at Get zendanner's Hill on South Market to Broadway, Bentz Street Hill between Second and Church, and East Seventh Street Hill between Chapel Alley and East Street. The report also notes wartime camp censorship, a local air crew family, and a Frederick County informaton meeting with delegates and senators. Construction workers lit the first lights on interchanges along I-270 and I-70, with completion planned for February.
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Second
Church Streets
East Seventh Street
Chapel Alley
East Street
Seaward Construction Co
Kittery
Maine
Training needed in Thurmont about police response
Citizens of Thurmont accuse the Thurmont Police Department of poor training and competence after a 4 15 a m horn from a 24 hour towing business blared for hours. They say Maryland State Police had to intervene and the local force failed to respond, implying broader crime and safety issues. The letter is signed by Tom and Sherri Goss.
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Robert M. Brennan
Thurmont
Maryland
Beating Cowboys is Great Year Letter Responds to Redskins Debate
A Frederick Post reader defends the Redskins beating the Cowboys and dubs Stan Goldberg an anti Redskins fan. The letter argues talent alone does not decide games, citing 1991 Super Bowl XXVI and recent Cowboys losses, and asserts the better team won on the day.
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Frederick Post
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Buffalo Bills
Detroit Lions
Barry Sanders
Cowboys
Emmitt Smith
Goldberg
Readers debate Cowboys season and officiating after draft
A letter argues the Cowboys can win with injuries and cites games where backups played key roles. The piece contrasts two second string quarterbacks and criticizes officiating, calling for instant replay limits. A second column urges pet overpopulation action, urging spay and neuter, and cites shelter burdens and adoption. It quotes Samantha Mullen and urges responsible ownership.
Backpacks and Young Spines Expressed Concerns
Sharon Hawker of Frederick notes that heavy backpacks carried daily by children may affect spine health. She urges readers to consider the weight burden as kids grow, acknowledging she is not a medical professional but appealing to common sense.
13 Puppies Surprise Family Ends in New Addition
The family welcomed 13 puppies born to Goldie a golden retriever once believed spayed The unexpected litter surprised the household and highlighted the dog’s reproductive status and wellbeing concerns within the home setting
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Goldie
Letters to the Editor Policy at The Frederick News Post
The Frederick News Post invites readers to submit letters with name address and phone number for verification. Due to high volume not all letters can be published. Submissions may be sent to 200 E Patrick St Frederick MD 21705 or by telefax to 662-8299.
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