State boosts education funding and new policies debated
Editorial previews next month’s Maryland General Assembly actions on school funding, all day kindergarten, reduced class sizes, teacher salaries, and a potential plan to eliminate college tuition for Maryland residents. Frederick County seeks more state aid for schools as Gov Glendening’s past promises are recalled amid a large state surplus.
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Frederick County
Maryland
Paris Glendening
Frederck
Glendening
Affee
General Assembly
State Department of Education
McCain Pushes Campaign Finance Reform Amid Bipartisan Tension
McCain drives a reform agenda to cap soft money despite GOP leadership, arguing the public seeks restraint after Election 2000 costs. Cheney backs balance, Lott warns McCain will face court scrutiny, while Feingold co sponsors push a Senate passage path. The plan hinges on constitutional questions and cross‑party support.
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George W Bush
Trent Lott
Mississippi
McCain
Richard Cheney
Bush
GOP
Scott Reed
Cedge
Senate
Russell Feingold
Wisconsin
Congress
Coleus
Supreme Court
Scripps Howard News Service
City opens Culler Lake for ice skating after cold spell
City officials approved opening Culler Lake for ice skating for the first time in years as December’s extended freeze created the opportunity. The event featured a Yuletide flavor with performances led by Joyce Morrison of the Frederick Academy ballet. Light details mention Mount Airy students Carol Dobbie and Todd Wallace with art selected for display in Annapolis. Workmen deconstruct the Key Chevrolet building to clear space for the Frederick County Public Library headquarters slated to open in late 1981.
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Culler Lake
Melinda Roy
Peter
New York City
Joyce Morrison
Frederick Academy of Claccirat Ballet
South Carroll High School
Carol Dobbie
Todd Wallace
Mount Airy
Annapolis
van Hart
Stutie
South Carroll
Chevrolet
E. Patrick St
Frederick County Public Library
Public School Concerns Stir Debate on Religion in Class
A reader letter argues that fearing religious exposure at school would mark a fortunate country, contrasting with current concerns. The piece cites Connie Boyer and Christina Craver Fredericks, noting community tensions over chants and interruptions heard in the school environment.
Unclear text on deer, hunting and party politics
Fragmentary passage discusses deer issues near Hollow Road and surrounding counties. Contains accusatory remarks about a political figure Denise Brenneman and accusations of party switching to shield a career. Many words are garbled, limiting reliable facts.
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Frederick
Hollow Road
Political letters urge Hogan resignation and civic action
Readers criticize Senator Hogan for party switch, urging resignation and a 2002 run as a Democrat. The letters call for accountability in Montgomery County and warn against political fear of retribution. Readers also discuss community concerns on policing, schools, and family safety.
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Hogan
Montgomery County
Maryland Senate
GOP disappointment over Maryland senator Hogan in party shift
Local Montgomery County Republicans express disappointment with Maryland State Senator Patrick Hogan and his perceived drift from party principles. The criticism centers on his affiliations and support dynamics shaping his election and alignment with the Republican machine.
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Montgomery County
Republican Party
Maryland
Patrick
Hogan
Marylandepublican Peety
Prince George’s
Tan Guing
Fragmented reflection on a 10 year old death outside a fast food restaurant
A community member condemns judicial failure and calls for self assessment after a 10 year old boy dies late at night near a fast food outlet. The message references recent Washington Post content and questions how authorities handled the case and the surrounding safety concerns.
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Washington Post
Ginia
Neal Lee
Ono
Start Kid Watch Initiative to Protect Children in Our Community
A community member urges forming a broad child safety program called kid watch. The message stresses educating children and parents, sharing successes with those less fortunate, and keeping open communication to prevent harm. It emphasizes love for family and warns that tomorrow is not promised.
Religion in school should welcome all beliefs
Jeff Shepardson argues that religious expression in schools should be allowed and respected. He believes choosing a faith like Buddhism is personal and that schools should accommodate diverse beliefs, avoiding bans and promoting understanding among students.
No choice but to leave in Frederick
Kurt Martell of Hagerstown writes criticizing William Short and Frederick as unsafe due to population growth. He recalls a safer past and expresses no sympathy for Mr Short, arguing the town has changed and housing bikes and daily life now feel risky.
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William Short
Frederick
Mr. Short
Mr Short
Letters to the Editor From The Frederick News-Press
Readers address home and personal issues in letters printed by The Frederick News-Press. The page notes contact details for sending letters including a Frederick, Maryland address and a phone number for responses. The section appears to be a community reader letter column with individual statements and civic concerns.
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Frederick News-Press
Ben
Frederick
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