California toad abuse case shocks Frederick area
An arrest in Calaveras County involves a man accused of illegal possession of four Colorado River toads named Hans Franz Peter and Brian. He allegedly extracted venom and smoked it for a trip, while California law lists bufotenine as a controlled substance. Authorities note the case raises questions about why bufotenine is controlled and how toad toxins affect pets.
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Toed-venom fad spurs debate on crime and freedom
A columnist questions state waste on new toad venom research and abuse laws while musing on freedom of speech and victimless crime. The piece notes underground publications leading to Arizona toads, the three strikes policy, and potential legalization for private toad use with calls for tolerance.
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Arizona
America
Parents police bicycle warnings amid sidewalk blockades in Frederick
Parents at a Frederick city meeting show majority support for police supervision of bicycles while some urge city to provide parking lots. In other news harmon staley and helpers remove a large maple tree on east patrick street. Governor Mandel secures gasoline shipments and imposes even odd rationing with state police escort. Elm street school PTA predicts protests over closure as board resists PTA requests for facts. Billy Williams protests school board transfer denial linked to evolution teaching at Waverley Elementary.
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Waverley
Teen drinking bill dies in Maryland House committee
In Annapolis the House Judiciary Committee voted 12-8 to kill a proposal banning adults from knowingly letting under 21 year olds possess alcohol on their property, except for relatives. Despite proponent support, lawmakers concluded homeowners should not be held responsible for teen parties, even as other teen drinking bills remain in play.
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Timothy R. Ferguson calls for elected Frederick County school board
Mount Airy resident Timothy R. Ferguson urges Maryland voters to adopt elected two year terms for the Frederick County Board of Education. He argues appointed boards enable insider control and slow reform, while elected boards provide checks and accountability amid debates on curriculum and policy.
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Hood College parking feud sparks commuter critique
A Hood College senior argues the campus’ expanded Rayford lot fails to relieve parking woes. He questions lack of commuter input and safety, notes on-street options and littered fliers, and calls for better planning and lighting. Residents of Frederick echo concerns.
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Frederick City
Rosenstock
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Apple Library
Music Education Funding Again Faces Cuts in Frederick County
The Frederick County school system plans next year’s budget and notes resources will likely fall short. Music education programs are expected to bear a disproportionate share of potential cuts, despite the value of music in culture and student development.
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Frederick County
Frederick Symphony invites students to concerts for free
Henry F Walter urges Frederick County school leaders to support music education during budget talks. The Frederick Symphony Orchestra invites high school students to attend concerts without charge and runs a program making music fun during education week. This year's concert is Sunday February 27 at 3 30 p m in the Governor Thomas Johnson High School auditorium.
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Frederick County School System
Board of Education
Frederick police praised by local resident
Wendy Seliga urges understanding of police work in Frederick noting long midnight shifts and limited late night meals. She argues officers deter crime, counter liberal constraints, and deserve support as they remove drug possession offenders from streets. Joyce Laster’s letter is contrasted.
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Joyce Laster
No impeachment without an offense
A reader argues impeachment requires an impeachable offense and condemns Representative Bartlett for hypocrisy. The letter claims his winter 1993 report praises veterans while his Penny Kasich Amendment vote favored delaying military retired COLAs, accusing him of voting for a pay raise without verifying its relation to veterans benefits. The writer, a retired veteran, urges accountability and criticizes perceived backstabbing by misaligned actions.
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Bartlett
Washington
Get ready for a crime wave leaves readers wary
Paul Roberts claims politicians aid criminals as crime rises in January 25 discussion. The column labels the executive, legislative, and judicial branches as exempt from laws or hiding abuses. It accuses Bill and Hillary Clinton of guiding theft and loss of freedom, framing a path to ruin. Mount Airy reader David R Mullinix.
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United States
Bill
Hillary Clinton
Letters to the Editor policy for Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites letters with name address and phone for verification. High volume means not all letters guaranteed publication. some edited for space or taste. Copyright and contact details listed for mailing and fax submissions.
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