Maryland approves bridge project to span Israel Creek
Gov. Glendening announces 2.4 million dollars to build a new bridge over Israel Creek at Md 26, with right of way buyouts starting 1998 and construction in 1999, amid a transportation program adding 300 million for 68 projects funded mainly from the gasoline tax, as the region gridlock from floods and heavy rain remains a concern for commuters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Potomac River
Israel Creek
MD. 26
MD. 194
Parris Glendening
Maryland Rail
Frederick
US. 15
U.S. 240
MARC
Brunswick
Montgomery County
MD. 28
Great Seneca Creek
Unions and Greed Hit Consumers in Giant Strike
Community essay argues that unions including the Teamsters and executives like Michael Ovitz inflict higher costs on Americans. It claims strikes hurt consumers by raising prices and wages, warns of downsizing and inflation, and casts doubt on public employee rights to strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baseball Players Union
Automakers Union
Teamsters
Ovitz
Disney
Disney World
Sas
Sant
Community letter defends Way Station work amid financial concerns
Dick Kopp of Walkersville writes praising Way Station’s early leadership and sustained staff dedication while criticizing recent financial missteps. He urges continued support and urges focus on ongoing programs rather than recriminations, calling for inclusive community involvement. He notes the organization’s impact on Maryland’s mental health landscape and urges broader church, friendship, and employment access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Way Station
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Mental Health Association
Maryland
Dick Kopp
Walkersville
Community notes reflect local life and events in Frederick area
A roundup of local items from Frederick County includes a labor leadership banquet speech by John R. Fitzpatrick urging harmony, a benefit recital by Leona Flood for the War Memorial, Thurmont Mayor Omar J. Dubel announcing 78 new parking meters, and a Colts playoff ticket win by David Baker. Also reported are a New Market Elementary half day due to a water line break, Weller Brothers uncovering dirt during renovations, and residents criticizing the Maryland Water Resources Administration over flood hazard zoning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leona Flood
Europe
U.S
Frederick High School
Frederick Rotary Club
Frederick County War Memorial
New Market
Gilbert A. Newby
Board of Education
Weller Brothers Inc
New Windsor
Frederick County
Maryland Water Resources Administration
Frederick City Hall
Bridge compromise for Tom's Creek at Keysville Road
Impartial reader urges a ford beside the Keysville Road bridge to allow farmers field equipment to cross Tom's Creek. Ford would work most times, not during high water, and would avoid delaying historic bridge restoration.
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Keysville Road
Tom's Creek
U.S. 15
Antietam Creek
Ambrose Burnside
Burnside Bridge
Mediation debated in South End dispute with city officials
A letter from a Frederick resident questions quotes about Daniel Lathrop in the South End Coalition versus city police rift. The writer, an urban designer, clarifies seeing Lathrop as a different builder focused on neighborhood development and recounts meeting him at a public hearing. The note describes Lathrop’s work renovating houses on West All Saints Street and his role in local redevelopment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South End
Maryland
Frederick
Market Street
Mt Olivet Cemetery
Seventh Street
Bentz
East Street
Daniel
West All Saints Street
South End Coalition Built to Rehabilitate Neighborhood
Letters recount Daniel’s efforts to rehabilitate decaying houses and strengthen the surrounding area. The rise of the South End Coalition and its volunteer patrol improved safety, while concerns about policing and civil rights are noted. A mediation path is proposed, with continued support planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel
South End
Raffensberger
Police Department
Frederick County group opposes Warrior Run power plan
At the November 1996 Frederick County Industrial Round Table meeting members were told Allegheny Power System customers face a 13.4 percent electricity rise beginning in 1999 due to the AES Warrior Run plant in Cumberland. Western Maryland would pay $1.7 billion more over 30 years under the contract. A buyout was suggested. In December 1996 the group approved supporting Allegheny Power to eliminate the rate increases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maryland
Allegheny Power
Frederick County
Industrial Round Table
Positive reflections on life and dreams by Craig Schenkel
The speaker praises love, peace, and family, notes daily work and bus stop routines, and urges continuing pursuit of goals and dreams. Emphasizes personal effort, learning, and doing right, ending with a personal sign off as Craig Schenkel from New Windsor.
Letters to the Editor Policy at The Frederick News-Post
The guide explains letters must be signed with writer name address and phone numbers. Published letters are limited by volume. the paper discourages unsigned verses or caries and outlines submission steps via mail or fax to The Frederick News-Post in Maryland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frasotek
Pat Welegner
Muet
Frederick Mews-Post
Potack Sr
Frederick, MD
Frednewspost Com
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Mick’ Mastrine
At&t
Boeing
McDonald Douglas
IBM
Giant
America
Mek
Madrina Artes
Rom Frederick
John R. Fitzpatrick
Monocacy Valley Association
Union Manufacturing Company
Francis Scott Key Hotel
Thurmont
Omar J. Dubel
David Baker
Tulip Hill
Mark Crone
Pittsburgh Steelers
WFMD
Tommy Grunwell
David
Avalon
Mount Pleasant
Colts
Steelers
George D. Carroll
Adamstown
Alan Feinberg
T. Meade Felton
FCIR
Trans-Tech
Industry Group
Craig Schenkel
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