Ethics bill urged as necessary insurance for lawmakers
Opinion argues for a straightforward ethics bill in Annapolis to require earlier disclosure, bar conflict voting, ban gifts and outside work, and empower a full-time ethics counsel. Cites past scandals of Senator Larry Young and Delegate Gerald Curran as justification, urging lawmakers to act with caution and prioritize public interests.
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Ethics Committee
Annapolis
Larry Young
Gerald Curran
Ethics reform pushes for Maryland General Assembly
Roy Meachum argues Maryland lawmakers move toward ethics rules after recent scandals. He cites expelled senator, Baltimore political figures, and a broker’s 89,400 real estate payoff. The column questions motives, favors, and the public’s demand for genuine reform.
Civil liberties clash with police crime crackdowns
The piece argues police tactics sweeping civil liberties raise alarms. It cites Buena Park license checkpoints, DNA sampling proposals in New York, and Northern California initiatives naming “problem drinkers” challenging Fourth Amendment rights. It frames the clash as government power eroding privacy under anti crime pretexts.
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Buena Park
New York City
Howard Safir
Five Boroughs
Safir
California
Palo Alto
Menlo Park
San Pablo
Douglas Krathwohl
Frederick area notes and annual AAM turnout in Washington
Reports show anticipated early occupancy of the Watkins Acres project on Grove Boulevard and a Frederick bill authorizing a $45,000 public improvements loan. Richard F. Kline and spouse returned from an 18 day Mexico trip. About 800 AAM members camped near Frederick on route to D C for the second annual demonstration. W Franklin Woollard III and 29 troopers graduated from the Maryland State Police Academy. John Robert Vacca, Frederick native, earned a masters at Emporia State University and plans a PhD at Western Colorado University. Grand Junction, Colorado.
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Frederick
Mexico
Acapulco
Mexico City
American Agricultural Movement
Washington, D.C
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Ilinois
Kansas
Nebraska
W. Franklin Woollard III
Brunswick
Maryland State Police Academy
John Robert Vacca
John V. Vacca
Emporia State University
Emporia
Kan
Santa Fe Railroad
Western Colorado University
Grand Junction
Coio
Residents urge action over litter on Cap Stine Road
Flemming J Paschal of Frederick appeals about drivers on Cap Stine Road between South Benn and Md 340 using the road as a back door to jobs off Ballenger Creek Pike and Md 85. He cites dangerous conditions, medical bills, and asks travelers to dispose of trash properly.
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Captine
Cap Stine Road
South Benn
U.3
Ballenger Creek Pike
Traffic dangers at Frederick roads prompt pedestrian bridge plea
In Boonsboro reader Barbara Anne Dodson laments deadly incidents on U S 40 and Md 85 in Frederick County. She condemns congested roads, cites a cyclist death near Francis Scott Key Mall, and urges safer crossing options and pedestrian infrastructure to protect residents and visitors.
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Gabriel Johnson
Frederick County
Frederick
U.S. 40
Francis Scott Key Mall
Bank
Fsk
MD. 355
MD. 85
Lights on West Patrick Street urged after pedestrian tragedy
A letter from Lawrence Brand urges street lighting along West Patrick Street from Baughmans Lane to Waverley Drive to curb dangers for pedestrians and drivers after a fatal incident involving Gabriel Johnson and a hit by a car. He also suggests hedges or a center divide to prevent crossing in unsafe areas. Vincent Digiota responds criticizing political views and calls for Clinton to fail on his sword.
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Gabriel Johnson
West Patrick Street
Baughmans Lane
Waverley Drive
Frederick County
Patrick Street
Commentator Vo-Dinh Challenges State Senator Ferguson Letter
Helen Vo-Dinh criticizes Tim Ferguson's letter to The Frederick News-Post citing three issues. She frames Clinton as deceitful and faults officials while asserting citizen support for Clinton and drawing a controversial comparison to past Salem era debates.
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Helen Vo-Dinh
Tim Ferguson
Frederick
Frederick attorney Ralph Gordon mourned by community
The Frederick attorney Ralph Gordon died Thursday in an untimely death. He was known for fierce dedication to the law and his clients, running long hours and taking on cases against Frederick County. He helped found the Frederick County Civic Federation and championed citizen involvement. He was a steadfast ally and a trusted friend to many in the community. Robert L. White
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Frederick
Ralph Gordon
Ralph
Frederick County
Frederick County Civic Federation
Letters to the Editor Imprecise Submission Rules
The Fradenck News Post invites exclusive letters with author name hometown and phone for verification. Some letters are abridged for space and poetry or misdated items are not published. Submissions should be mailed to The Fredericton News Post, 200 E Patrick St, Frederic, MD 31708, or sent via phone 301-962-8208 or email.
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Lemere
Eomor
Fredecion Newe-Post
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