City eyes watershed deals with Girl Scouts and Gambrill Park
The city weighs selling or leasing portions of the watershed to the Girl Scouts for a 123 acre campsite and to Gambrill State Park for up to 2200 acres. Both deals align with conservation groups and could yield upwards of six million dollars if both parcels sell at assessed value. Limited construction is planned for the Girl Scout site, focusing on a pavilion shelter and latrines. Gambrill expansion may add trails with minimal disruption. The city urges pursuing both options for broader stewardship and revenue.
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Girl Scouts
Gambrill State Park
Gambrill
Frederick political fallout heats race for mayor
In Frederick Maryland a local column alights on candidate feuds and police reform. Donna Kuzemchak and Kirsten Peeler clash with aldermen over historic district naming while James Grimes faces finance scrutiny. The piece notes police chief Raffensberger scandal and potential buyout as Mayor Grimes weighs restructuring the force ahead of the upcoming election.
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Donna Kuzemchak
Historic District Commission
Fredericktown
James Grimes
Ms. Kuzerchak
Kirsten Peeler
Ms. Kuzemchak
News-Post
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Ms. Peeler
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Histone Preservation
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Frederck
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Regis Raffensberger
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Blaine Young
Napster and the music world collide over online sharing
A Washington lawyer explains Napster, a growing online music network of over 50 million users and 100 servers sharing of millions of files. The legal battle centers on copyright, with industry critics urging shutdown while early sales show resilience. A compromise with a small user fee could funnel money to artists and satisfy fans.
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Napster
Say
Denver
Chicago
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London
Tokyo
Christine
Graham Parker
Neil Young
New Hampshire
Nick Hornby
Fire and accident brief from Frederick region
A gas stove incident at the Sweet Shoppe on 367 W Patrick St briefly stunned several people and shattered two large plate glass windows around 11 20 a m. A Valentine party at Frederick Nursing and Convalescent Center crowned Roscoe Remsberg and Nellie Glisan Young as King and Queen of Hearts. An eighth annual Mall Wide Auto Show was sponsored at Frederick Towne Mall by multiple local dealers. A plane crash near Frederick Airport injured four with engine failure during takeoff and poor climb. responders included Uniteds Junior and Brad dock Heights fire companies and ambulances.
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Frederick Nursing and Convalescent Center
Roscoe Remsberg
Nellie Glisan Young
Anna Bussard
Edie Long
Doe Oceans Levina Demgey Houff
Nancy Ahalt
Mates Skelly
Anne Geary
Mary McCrain
Carole Winpigler
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Jenkins Motors Inc
Lawson Motor Sales
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Ken Meade Auto Sales
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Shockley VW Inc
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Frederick Airport
Bartlett praised for defense bill gains and communication
Maryland’s 6th District residents thank Rep Roscoe Bartlett for adding provisions to last year’s Defense Policy Bill that boost military capability and create jobs. A Feb 7 letter to The Frederick News-Post highlights his communication method and leadership in addressing bipartisan challenges. Marguerite Snyder Knoxville
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6Th District
Congress
Roscoe Bartlett
Armed Services Committee
Sixth District
Frederick
Wants Bartlett in Florida
A Frederick County reader responds to letters praising Roscoe Bartlett, arguing he should be in Florida instead. The writer explains they did not vote for him, but believes some locals would echo the sentiment and wish Bartlett were in Florida rather than Maryland, asserting Florida is the right place for him.
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Roscoe Bartlett
Florida
Frederick County
Haight
Resignation of Gov. Thomas Johnson soccer coach
A letter responds to the recent resignation of Brett Haight as the Gov. Thomas Johnson High School boys soccer coach. For nine years he transformed the team leaving a legacy that future players may miss. The writer laments TJ’s loss of a leader feared to inspire generations.
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Brett Haight
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School
Haight
Thomas Johnson
Thomas Johnson High
Monosstte
Letters honor coach Haight and DeLauter for lasting influence
A collection of comments praises Coach Haight for mentorship and friendship and credits Mr DeLauter with high standards and lasting impact on students. Authorship from MICHAEL MELCHER ANDREW WRIGHT BRANDON HOLLINGSHEAD TJ Class of 2000 expresses gratitude and respect for their educators.
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Michael Melcher
Andrew Wright
Brandon Hollingshead
Van Hall Decision Sparks TJ Coaching Shakeup
John Miller of Frederich reports that Principal Van Hall forced Coach Ben Wee to retire at TJ provoking anger among players and teachers. He notes Coach Wright’s prior rise and claims coaches are resigning, leaving TJ a 4A school with no sports teams.
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Legislative courage praised by lawmakers in Frederick County
Republicans and Democrat Sue Fiecht earn praise for their show of courage supporting smaller government. The message highlights Mooney Ten Ferguson and Joe Donald Elliott in Frederick County as examples of trust in constituents, stressing fear-free governance and accountability. Michael Barnes notes the appeal to balance authority and citizen autonomy.
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Ars Haid
Remembering a Teacher's Lasting Impact at West Frederick
A former student recalls Claude R. DeLauter of West Frederick Junior High section 7-C from 1961-62. The educator inspired broad thinking, careful reasoning, and a drive to push personal limits, shaping a long and winding career path.
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Claude R. DeLauter
Gun Free Zone reply targets Judy Elwood letter
Robert Brand of Gaithersburg criticizes Drug Free Zone signs and laments gun buyback spending. He argues liberals fail to protect children and claims armed intruders will be drawn to schools. He questions funding priorities in the tax funded program.
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Judy Elwood
Letters to the Editor We were your igers Somers must be exchme ft
A fragmentary letter note requests reader engagement and provides garbled contact details for submitting letters to the Frederick Journal-Post. It mentions including the writer’s name, home and business phone, and a postal address for letters.
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