Clinton weighing 31B stimulus plan to boost economy
President Clinton weighs a quick 31 billion stimulus and 60 billion a year in long term investments to revive the economy and cut deficits. Labor Secretary Reich says the aim is about 250,000 immediate jobs with a labor intensive approach and a markets signal, tied to longer term plans including teen summer jobs.
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Old Man Winter Faces About Face As Temperatures Rise
Frigid conditions eased with a midweek warm-up forecast for Frederick and Baltimore areas after 19 degrees on Wednesday morning. National Weather Service expected Frederick in the mid 40s and Baltimore in the 50s with Tuesday’s high at 31. A Tuesday transformer failure at The Patrick Center cut power for over two hours. a backup generator failed and a crane-like truck lifted and replaced a one-ton transformer.
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Harpers Ferry Youth Hostel Pioneers Conservation Effort
The piece highlights the Harpers Ferry Youth Hostel as a leading site in local conservation efforts. It notes ongoing environmental initiatives and community involvement, signaling a progressive push toward sustainable practices in the region.
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Harpers Ferry
Bill would add fourth Frederick County circuit judge
The Maryland Senate considers a bill to add a fourth judge to Frederick County's Circuit Court, taking effect July 1 if passed, expanding 10 circuit court posts statewide. Judge G Edward Dwyer Jr discussed space needs with county commissioners who back the appointment, noting a courtroom and chambers are required and suggesting a possible conversion of a library section into a non jury courtroom.
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Senate
William Donald Schaefer
House of Delegates
G. Edward Dwyer Jr
Dwyer
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FMH among lowest inter patient costs in Maryland
Frederick Memorial Hospital ranks among the lowest in Maryland for inter patient costs per the Maryland Health Services Cost Review Commission. FMH reported about $3,406 per patient for the year ending June 30 1992, with per day costs near $655 and per patient revenue around $3,928. The hospital posted a $45 million operating profit in 1992, reversing the prior year loss, with profits reinvested to expand services and efficiency.
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Edward W. McCready
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John Colmers
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Dispute Over Use of Frederick City School Athletic Fields
Tensions rise as Mayor Paul Gordon and Alderman Jon Kreissig clash over a long dormant agreement allowing Frederick sports teams to use city school fields when not in session. Disagreement centers on maintenance costs and official authority, with school officials and county leaders watched closely.
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Paul Gordon
Jon Kreissig
City Parks and Recreation Commission
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Kreissig
Norman Quist
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Quist
Parks Commission
Mr. Kreissig
Mr. Quist
Schools expand role as 'parents' with more counselors
Frederick County now staffs a counselor in nearly every elementary school and a higher ratio at high schools, as parents work longer hours. Dr. Estes Lockhart cites societal changes, rising divorce, and larger homes as factors shaping student emotional needs. Six years ago the board began counseling students early to support learning.
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Board of Education
Sue Blair
Middletown High School
Estes Lockhart
Lockhart
Smelser's bill to repeal student service mandate faces tough test
In Annapolis, Senator Charles Smelser pushes to repeal the state Board of Education service requirement for high schoolers. The Economic and Environmental Affairs Committee expects a close vote with likely defeat, while Smelser vows to push the measure through the full Senate if needed. Opposition cites citizenship benefits and potential veto by Governor Schaefer weighs heavily.
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Senate
Charles Smelser
Paula Hollinger
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Gloria Lawith
D Proce George’s
Teachers dispute students use of calculators notes on exams
Montgomery County teachers and school board members clash over new exam guidelines allowing notes and graphing calculators. The federation urges hiring consultants to rewrite tests at a cost of 450000 to reflect allowed aids.
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Thomas J. Moriarty Jr
Quince Orchard
Matt
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