Gingrich Opens GOP Pact Changes in Bipartisan Push
House Speaker Newt Gingrich voiced openness to improving the Contract With America amid talks with President Clinton. He urged cooperation with Democrats, signaled possible tweaks to Medicare and tax policy, and proposed a laptop tax credit while stressing a 21st century approach for the poor.
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W. Patrick traffic pattern change to aid Md. 144 project
The State Highway Administration will shift eastbound Md. 144 traffic to run north of the current lane between U.S. 15 and Jefferson Street to allow south side work. The pattern lasts until this summer with completion this fall when control reverts to Frederick City. Flagpersons and signs alert motorists.
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Weather Update Freezing Rain Then Rain Tonight
Inside The News Weather notes freezing rain may transition to rain tonight with temperatures dipping to the upper 30s. Cloudy conditions persist with rain ending Saturday and highs in the 30s. See weather map on page A-2 and Family Life feature on page 8. The Frederick News Post is printed on 100% recycled paper and is recyclable.
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Freezing Rain Foretold as Temperatures Stay Frigid
Frederick residents bundled up as freezing rain and sleet were forecast with highs in the 30s and teens at night. The National Weather Service warned of lingering cold and changing precipitation, predicting rain by Saturday as warmer air aloft battles Arctic air below.
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Standard Federal layoffs planned later this month
The Frederick office of Standard Federal Savings Bank, now under RTC control, will see staff reductions later this month. About 1,000 employees were notified by letter, but no department details or numbers were provided. RTCCooling downsizing follows a 1992 RTC takeover after capital shortfalls.
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Frederick County eyes 133 new school positions in budget
Frederick County educators seek 133 new jobs in the next fiscal year as part of Superintendent Daniel Gadra s 176 million dollar proposal. If funded, 4.2 million would cover salaries and benefits, boosting staff to 3234. Most roles are for growth including teachers custodians and secretaries with instruction leading additions.
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Glendening vows to cut Schaefer budget increase in half
Gov elect Parris Glendening vowed to reduce Gov William Donald Schaefer 8 percent budget hike to 4.5 percent claiming the cut will save 235 million dollars. He said no new taxes, urged belt tightening, department consolidation, and vowed to resist unfunded mandates while pledging no cuts to local aid. He spoke at a Maryland Association of Counties meeting as supporters protested outside.
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Import firm seeks downtown expansion at 52-54 S Market St
Capa Imports plans to demolish and renovate the abandoned 5,400 square foot property at 52-54 S Market St to create a retail outlet in Frederick. The Historic District Commission tentatively approved the project, with improvements including new storefronts and interior renovations. Alderman Meta Nash supported the renovation to curb eye sore concerns.
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DNA clears Witmer in sex crime case in Frederick
DNA tests failed to link convicted murderer Daren Edward Witmer to the Feb 4 1994 assault leaving a semen specimen on the victim. Deputy State's Attorney Julie Stevenson said the semen did not match Witmer's blood DNA and charges were dismissed.
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