Cross border rescue clash tests Maryland county aid
A long running dispute between Damascus Volunteer Fire Company and Frederick County talks about mutual aid. Damascus refuses to send its advanced life support unit into Frederick County claiming one way aid and manpower gaps. County officials debate state law and county funded staffing to balance ALS coverage across growing communities.
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Frederick County zoning limits on accessory buildings draw critique
Bryon K Davy argues against a county ordinance restricting accessory building size to 600 square feet for under five acres and 1,250 square feet for five acres, warning it harms property rights and quality of life. He urges residents to contact Frederick County Commissioners and rethink the rule.
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Sports, ads threaten the soul of modern competition
A Tribune Media Services commentary argues that heavy advertising and player salaries erode sport's integrity. It cites basketball and baseball as examples of dilution through wealth, schedules, and corporate ties. The piece doubts Olympic coverage as a news event and criticizes booster deals like Wisconsin’s Reebok sponsorship.
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Reebok
Wisconsin
Religious college leader sets tone in first Hood College address
Dr Andrew Gehr Truxall president elect of Hood College spoke to faculty students and guests in his first address labeling faith in action as God working. A local voter survey linked Tell Me That You Love Me Junie Moon and Grendel to school policy stirring book shortages. Civil officials noted B and O Railroad station renovation plans lacked detail while educators discussed overcrowding at Singanore High School. Hood College girls visited the U S Naval Academy to bring treats to midshipmen amid concerns of Russian flu.
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A Principled Man of Conviction Letter to the Editor
Robert Brown of Walkersville defends Senator Timothy Ferguson against a February letter from Robert J. Swain. Brown portrays Ferguson as principled and devout and urges Swain to confront him directly rather than resort to innuendo. He supports Ferguson and calls for courage in addressing concerns.
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Proposals for Maryland legislation praised by letter writer
A reader endorses State Senator Tim Ferguson proposed bills including term limits and privatization of a government golf course. The letter argues officials should act for taxpayers, calls for fresh leadership, and urges contacting Ferguson if one disagrees. It supports privatization of ECDC and questions government losses at Clustered Spires Golf Course.
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Washington
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Letters to the Editor support Tim Ferguson over tax issues
A reader criticizes a course losing money funded by tax dollars and urges public concern. The writer states taxes are misused and endorses Tim Ferguson as a preferred candidate.
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Equal Legislation Proposals Decried as Overreach in Annapolis
A letter from Thomas A. Firey of Clear Spring MD argues against Delegate J Anita Stup's House Bill 155 proposing equal pricing for dry cleaning men and women. He mocks a series of hypothetical acts and warns that new regulations raise costs and curb freedom, urging constituents to vote against such measures.
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Derr House ownership debated in county controversy
Christopher L. Gamble of Woodsboro argues the Derr House remains private property despite a February letter claiming it belongs to the public. He cites courthouse records showing Tom Natelli's company owns it and urges fair discussions on preservation costs and developer commitments.
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Dow dips as market pauses after recent rally
The Dow Jones fell 8.97 to 8180.52 in a cautious session after a long buying spree. GM rose 2 percent on plans to buy back up to $4 billion of stock, while Goodyear advanced ahead of its earnings. The S and P 500 dropped to 1010.74 and the Nasdaq shed 3.92 to 1690.43 amid mixed results and overseas gains.
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The Fredrick News Post Letters Policy
The News Post invites exclusive letters must be signed with writer name home address and home and business phone numbers for verification. Some letters are abridged for space and poetry religious verse and letters to others are not published due to volume and policy.
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Fredenck News Post
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Stocks of area interest on Monday February 9 1998
Dow Jones Industrial stood at 8180.52 down 8.97 points with a volume of 528,161,000 shares. New York Gold traded at 301.00 up 1.80, reflecting market activity in the period.
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FCBA Home Show Bloomfest 98 at Frederick Fairgrounds
Frederick County Builders Association invites homeowners and buyers to the Home Show and Bloomfest 98 on March 21 22 at the Frederick Fairgrounds. Exhibits cover remodeling new construction kitchen bath landscaping and trades with real estate agents lenders and a Builders Olympics for high school teams. Admission is free with a 1 parking donation. For more information call 301 663 3599.
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