Maryland’s governor faces math as budget plan clashes with tax cuts
A critique argues Glendening’s two part plan adds programs and expands spending while promising tax cuts. It flags raises for state workers, free tuition for potential college entrants, a Baltimore City schools bailout, and Medicaid expansion as incompatible with tax cuts. The piece urges legislature to rein in spending and avoid deficits.
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Frederick County ALS EMS praised after critical care case
Rob Brashears a paramedic from Frederick County ALS defends EMS quality amid a reader letter by Gladys Coats. He cites 5 33 a m ambulance arrival and 12 minute on scene times as commendable while urging continuation of strict EMT B training and ongoing monitoring by medical directors Dr James Ellis and Dr Richard Alcorta. He notes chase car concept improves rural and urban response and emphasizes life saving outcomes and taxpayer support for programs.
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No Room in the Inn and Christmas Hope Across Maryland
Bishop P Francis Murphy speaks of homelessness and the Christmas message in Western Maryland. He cites rising bed nights for homeless persons, including 622,536 in 1988 rising to 1,314,268 in 1998 with one fourth of those being children. He urges interfaith action, Housing Justice Campaign, and using gifts to ensure room in the inn for the poor while reaffirming the Christmas spirit and divine presence.
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Washington County
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James Upchurch
Weather Swings From Snow to Slush and Freezing Rain
A surprise two inch snowfall melted to slush as rain and rising temperatures followed by forecast freezing rain. The day yielded a mix of sun and clouds with a warmer trend expected. Local clubs collected and distributed food to needy families led by Captain Walter C Wolfe of S A and 70 baskets prepared for delivery. A.E. Cavanaugh survived a 75 foot fall from the Sandy Hook bridge into the Potomac with a broken arm. Urbana residents debated property tax protests and opened talks with assessors. Frederick City posted a healthy budget with a 571000 surplus for the year ending 1976. Community volunteers spearheaded school program substitute efforts. The Catoctin and Frederick Soil Conservation Districts honored Outstanding Cooperative Award winners. A broad reflection on homelessness and charity called for action during the holiday season, highlighting Interfaith Housing of Western Maryland projects and plans for future homes and shelters.
Reenactors Spark Debate Over Guns in Maryland Schools
The 1996 Gun Violence Act clarified that historic demonstrations using weapons may occur in public schools with a principal invitation, but Frederick County officials continued to enforce Circular 56, requiring lengthy procedures and officer accompaniment, prompting ongoing frustration from reenactors and advocates for educational displays.
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Parris Glendening
Frederick County
David Markoe
Markoe
Debate over school uniform policy and law in Frederick County
Letter from DALE HORNING in Frederick argues seven months after Governor signed a uniform policy law, requests written invitations by principals, questions enforcement by FCPS officials, and opposes uniforms citing business casual norms and teaching about diversity. He urges Teal Solutions to improve education without uniforms, criticizing delays and governance.
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Frederick County
FCPS
David Markoe
Education Board
Dress code clash with constitution sparks school board debate
A reader protests a school board vote mandating a uniform dress code arguing it violates constitutional rights and religious freedoms, risks overturning education goals, and could lead to costly court battles. The letter questions enforcing regimentation over liberties and diversity in U.S. education.
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U.S.A
Letter praises responsibility and laws beyond objects
ERIC LARSON of Myersville lauds Charles Hubbard for urging accountability for law violators on December 8. He argues adding laws to ban objects like guns or flags won’t stop misuse, noting many act responsibly and the irresponsible persist regardless of the object.
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Roy Meachum
Jim Sutliff
Charles Hubbard
Letters to the Editor policy and mailing details
The News Post requires letters be signed with the writer’s name, home address and phone numbers. Some letters are abridged for space. Poetry and religious verse are not published. Due to high volume, not all letters can be printed. Send letters to The Frederick News, 200 E Patrick St, Frederick, MD 21701, with contact info.
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