Downtown Frederick residents seek essentials amid historic district rules
A contributor notes downtown Frederick's need for basic services like a drug store and a grocery, arguing these must be provided while respecting the Historic District Commission. The piece highlights downtown dwellers in varied townhouses, storefront vacancies on Market Street, and the lure of upscale restaurants and antiques for tourists, urging practical city needs.
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City Hall
Market Street
Historic District Commission
Frederick
Frederick County in no man s land urges regional realignment
George R Houston Jr of Frederick County urges aligning with the Central Region of Maryland Chamber and Leadership Maryland. He argues Frederick sits in no man s land between Western and Central regions, warning regional economies drive relocate decisions and Olympic bids could boost the area. He advocates partnering with Montgomery County at the Central Region table to avoid marginal status.
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Leadership
Maryland
Chamber of Commerce
Frederick County
Maryland State Chamber of Commerce
No Man’s Land
Maryland Chamber
Leadership Maryland
Baltimore
Frederick
Eastern Shore
Garrett
Allegany
Washington
Howard
Montgomery
Prince George's
Virginia
Montgomery County
Tax cuts expose the political divide over the rich and middle class
An analysis argues that across the board income tax cuts predominantly aid the wealthy who bear the bulk of taxes. It warns that diverting investable capital to government wastes economic potential and props up favored special interests. The piece notes Dems resist broad cuts, while Republicans push a 20 percent cut to boost middle class appeal.
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Republican Party
Clinton
Republican Congress
Internal Revenue Service
Gore
IRS
Icky
Neu Saet Kinterpress Agseeie Tion
Walkersville project under way for new water
Widespread holiday shutdowns hit Frederick plants as workers take a week off for the Fourth of July. A local Walkerton area note describes footings being dug for a Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company project. Other items include a Walkathon Derby at a driving range, weather storms with hail, a tennis tournament suspended by rain, a local graduation with naval service, and public reactions to gas shortages.
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Walkersville
Frederick
Walkersville water restoration praised amid heat and teamwork
Bob and Linda Hezlep commend Frederick city and county crews for restoring clean water in Walkersville. They note weekend efforts under 90 plus degree humidity, highlight trench safety debates, and question county compliance with safety laws while urging proper enforcement and response.
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Walkersville
Frederick City
Frederick County
Trench safety gap concerns at Walkersville site
The Frederick News-Post photo shows an eight foot trench near a Sheetz in Walkersville with five workers present. MOSH Subpart P requires a competent person and cave-in protection for trenches over five feet, implying inadequate training and safety oversight at the site.
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Lam Wating
Frederick News-Post
Sheetz
Walkersville
MD 194
Maryland Occupational Safety and Health
Water crisis amplifies Walkersville tensions at high school
A reader notes Walkersville faces a water shortage with two potable water tanker trucks parked at Walkersville High School and two attendants aiding residents around the clock. they observe two patrol cars at the Rescue and Fire Department waiting for speeders and question police deployment during the crisis and propose relocating a car to aid the water truck crew.
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Walkersville
Discovery Subdivision
Walkersville High School
Main Street
Ten Commandments in public spaces sparks federalism debate
Chuck Murray comments the House action returning a right to post the Ten Commandments in schools and public buildings. He criticizes the Senate, cites biblical history, and warns against overreaction as debates over translations and versions continue amid calls for morality.
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House of Representatives
House
Senate
Moses
Christ
Maxes
U.S Senate
Letter applauds Rev Kevin Farmer on police support
Former Frederick County Sheriff Robert C Snyder argues in support of the Frederick City Police Department praising Rev Kevin Farmer for his June 22 letter about the Meachum incident. He notes 32 years in law enforcement and urges against pursuing frivolous complaints.
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Kevin Farmer
Roy Meachum
Frederick City
Rev. Farmer
Frederick County
Robert C. Snyder
Woodsboro
Letters to the Frederick News Post for opinion submission
The Frederick News Post outlines who may send letters to the editor and how to submit, noting letters must be signed with the writer’s name address and phone numbers, space limiting factors, and that poetry and religious verse are not published.
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Leters
Witer
Frederick News-Post
E. Petrick St
P.O
Frederick
Fredericknewspost.com
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Harry M. Castle
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