Thurmont remembers longtime teacher Catherine Albaugh on 104th birthday
Catherine Albaugh, a Thurmont Elementary teacher for 40 years, turned 104 and received a governor’s proclamation at her nursing home in Anne Arundel County. Neighbors Doris Remsberg and Jim Mackley recall her mentorship, humor, and impact, noting she helped shape generations of local students.
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Arnold
Thurmont
Catherine Albaugh
Ms. Remsberg
Albaugh
Anne Arundel County
George H. Littrell Jr
Jim
Dorothy Mackley
Ms. Albaugh
Mr. Mackley
Mrs. Mackley
Redistricting plan for Emmitsburg area sparks school crowding worries
Plan continued from Page A-1 explains added sections to Emmitsburg Elementary and boundary shifts. Projections show Emmitsburg at 98 percent capacity next year while Sabol lasville and Lewistown enrollments rise. implications include moving Lewistown students to Thurmont Middle and possible public hearings. Community concerns focus on unifying residents and potential changes versus doing nothing amid overcrowding fears.
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Emmitsburg
Black Road
Kelbaugh Road
Eyler’s
Valley Road
Barnes
Sabillasville Elementary
Lewistown
Thurmont Elementary
Yellow Springs
Thurmont
Monocacy
Thurmont Middle
Dale
Maryland
Lake Linganore and Balmoral Road Standards Discussed
Singapore CDA will share road improvement costs at three lots per acre for benefiting commercial property. Annual charges will appear on county tax bills. New Balmoral and Meadows roads will meet 1996 Linganore standards enabling narrower streets. A further Lake Singapore Association work session was scheduled with no date set.
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CDA
John Kendall
Lake Linganore Association
Balmoral
Meadows
Lake Singapore Association
Aron witness tapes allowed in Gaithersburg murder-for-hire case
The judge ruled that recorded conversations between Aron and undercover detective Terry Ryan, who posed as a hit man, may be used at trial despite defense claims the tapes are inaudible. Prosecutors argue missing segments are minimal and witnesses will attest to accuracy. Aron was arrested after paying a $500 deposit on a $20,000 hit-man fee and has been free on bond with home confinement and electronic monitoring.
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Ms. Aron
Arry Helfand
Terry Ryan
Helfand
Matthew Campbell
Ryan
Avan
Gaithersburg
We Cannot Say Yes Until We Have Answers
A brief quote notes uncertainty as officials discuss proceeding without full information. The remark underscores a cautious stance and the need for additional data before affirming a decision. Authorities emphasize gathering facts, timelines, and sources to avoid premature commitments.
Controversy Over New Shooting Range Plan Draws Residents
Local officials outlined a plan for a county shooting range with 8 am to 9 pm hours and a 65 day annual cap, accompanied by 10 warning signs and increased police presence to enforce speed limits. Residents remain skeptical amid concerns about trespass and perceived public input limits.
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Freysz
Jim Hagg
Impact fee study urges re evaluation of county plan
The capital funding committee says the impact fee must be re evaluated to include county transportation needs while most funds should still fund school construction. It warns against relying on the capital budget to cover operating costs and urges a two year budget cycle paired with a strategic plan to ensure CIP funding. It notes potential APFO changes must not undermine CIP and recommends no new transfer taxes and no tax rate cut.
Parents and teachers critique split schedule hearing issues
Parents and residents attended a program but only the first five rows could hear. A teacher splits mornings with first graders and afternoons with kindergartners, with first graders dispersed to five classes. One parent says the arrangement doesn’t work and would not want their child in it.
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Mr. McCarthy
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