Bush declares end of open checkbook era at Earth Summit
At the Rio Earth Summit delegates push through environmental treaty work while President Bush maintains opposition to key proposals. Disputes persist over forest preservation and who pays for cleanup efforts amid the largest heads of state gathering.
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City Officials Seek Edits To Frederick Police Contract
Negotiators paused a news conference on the Frederick City Police labor pact after Mayor Paul Gordon and the Board of Aldermen requested late wording changes. Alderman James Grimes said no major issues emerged, and a joint briefing was set for 6 p.m. at City Hall before the 7 p.m. board meeting. The tentative agreement followed March talks, with a final draft completed Tuesday, and details were to be discussed publicly for the first time tonight.
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Three finalists named for Maryland School for the Deaf superintendent
The Maryland School for the Deaf narrows its search to three candidates to replace Dr. David Denton. Dr. Hugh Prickett, Dr. Richard Steffan Jr., and James E. Tucker will be reviewed by the Board of Visitors next week. A July 1 start remains possible as the position opens.
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Maryland School For the Deaf
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MSC
James E. Tucker
Gallaudet College
Washington, D.C
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Frederick
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Woodford resigns post in Bartletts campaign
Timothy Woodford resigned as chairman of Roscoe Bartletts campaign for Congress this week saying he wanted to eliminate the perception of a power struggle with campaign strategist Richard B. Leggitt. He added the campaign should focus on the candidate and he was willing to step aside. Woodford, a Frederick resident and secretary of the state Republican Central Committee, cited shifting staff roles as the reason for his departure.
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Bartlett campaign weighs shakeup after advisory post resignation
W T served in the unpaid advisory post since the primary March 3. He said he submitted his resignation Monday. The Bartlett campaign has not officially announced a replacement but reportedly offered the position to Lawrence J Hogan, ex congressman 1968 1975. Hogan, 63, could not be reached for comment.
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Jefferson man dies in Md 28 accident
Kenneth Melvin Raynor Jr., 49, of Jefferson, was killed in a head on collision on Md 28 near the Monocacy River bridge. Steven G. Boore, 30, of Frederick, survived after a truck crash that shut the road about 1½ hours.
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Eastview Residents Protest Hilltop Drive Access Plan
About 50 Eastview residents opposed using Hilltop Drive to serve the Abington Farms project near Fort Detrick. The Frederick County Planning Commission voted 5-1 to approve the access, despite claims of steep grades and a buffer right of way. Residents filed a lawsuit and urged deferment until court resolution.
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Abington
Kebne Road
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Rusherman
Severn
Parkview Drive
Kehne Road
Carolyn Lewis
Robert Roy
Emily Jones
Planning Commission
City Limits appeals decision on seven code violations
The City Limits restaurant and dance club has appealed Frederick city’s seven building code violations. A three-member administrative panel will hear the appeal, with city engineer Mark Scire and planning director James Schmersahl on the panel. The third member may be the public works chief, Fred Eisenhart, who cited the club, though a replacement will be appointed to avoid conflict. Mayor Paul Gordon noted the appeal may go to court.
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James Schmersahl
Fred. L. Eisenhart
Tillery
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Paul Gordon
Wastler pleads guilty in Frederick County murder case
Taneytown man Charles Gordon Wastler, 42, pleaded guilty to second degree murder in the 1990 shooting of Michael Eugene Brooks, 29, on Harney Road Emmitsburg. Judge Dwyer set sentencing at no more than 20 years. trial for Aug. 26.
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Barnes
Fair and cool tonight with pleasant Thursday weather
Fair and cool tonight with lows in the upper 40s to lower 50s. Thursday should be mostly sunny and pleasant with highs around the upper 60s. Strawberries ready for picking at local farms, open for pick your own. The Frederick News-Post notes recycled paper and recycling practices.
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