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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1998
Page
6
A Saturday funeral for Rick Leatherwood honors a dedicated coach and volunteer who touched many lives through his work with three sports, church, and family. Hundreds gathered to pay tribute at the small church and cemetery, reflecting on a life lived to help others.
The piece links hundreds of Baltimore area layoffs to a Michigan plant shortage, notes a drop in UAW membership since its peak, and ties labor strife to possible future cuts in benefits. It discusses Royal Ahold’s potential Giant acquirement, Martin’s, and the Fraternal Order of Police, urging support for Rotorex workers’ Hardship Fund amid unanswered pay.
A July 15 report by the bipartisan Commission to Assess the Ballistic Threat to the United States warns North Korea Iran and Iraq may develop missiles capable of devastating U.S. cities within five to ten years. It challenges CIA 1995 forecasts and argues against slow deployment of a national missile defense, urging readiness to counter rogue missile threats. The piece cites concerns about Congress funding and the need to protect major metros from potential attacks.
Citizens gathered in the Emmitsburg High School auditorium to discuss Frederick County schools long range program and steps to avoid consolidating Emmitsburg High with Thurmont as urged by the county Board of Education. Governor Lane reviewed the 175th Infantry at Camp Ritchie during Governor's Day with Maj. Gen. Reckord and other officials. A crowd of 3,500 watched Jimmy Burdette Jr. win the Tri County Soap Box Derby in Frederick as two Gaithersburg youths placed near the top. Police, military police, and National Guard units managed the crowd. A rescue occurred when Ray Martin and Albert Sweitzer were pulled from a pond. Sweitzer was saved. Kunkoski warned Walkersville area growth would be limited without a new sewage commitment from Frederick city for 700,000 gallons by 1980, reigniting sewage debates. Frederick County school officials pledged continued busing for about 400 Frederick County parochial students following Attorney General Burch's ruling against the service.
A Frederick County general contractor complains that permit backlogs, caused by a July 1 impact fee increase, slow construction during peak season. He notes 200 permits arrived the day before the raise and many firms face similar delays, harming scheduling and customer trust. He supports fees but urges more staffing to handle regulatory rushes.
Residents debate a large proposed 85,000 square foot superstore behind Safeway arguing growth threatens local mom and pop shops that provide most jobs. A real estate source cites 6,000 extra cars daily for road Main Street, Maryland, to support the project.
A letter from Catherine Ditman of Mount Airy protests urban sprawl and urges preserving the town with new ideas like family activities and a movie theater. She notes traffic dangers near Main Street and Ridgeville Boulevard and criticizes county leaders for listening to moneyed outside interests during Frederick County planning discussions.
At Winchester Hall a public hearing on Volume I of the county Comprehensive Plan revealed broad support from witnesses for growth policies while most board members gave cursory attention. One representative from the Frederick County development community stood out, drawing praise from President Mark Hoke though not for residents. The witness, speaking for the Frederick Land Use Council, is not based in the county, yet his testimony was well received by all commissioners except David Gray, amid a backdrop of development-firm backing.
A Frederick shopper credits the Federal Trade Commission and Royal Ahold for pushing her away from Giant Food after 20 years. She imagines broadened grocery horizons, new store layouts, and social chances, while noting temporary job anxiety and price concerns.
The Frederick News Post invites letters exclusive to the paper, signed with the writer’s water name and full contact details. Space limits mean not all letters are published. no poetry, religious verse, or form letters. Submissions by mail fax or email.
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