Maryland study group bridges generation gap in civic issues
David Grimstead coordinated a Maryland Humanities Council program at Frederick High School that paired high school students with older adults to discuss civic topics from affirmative action to foreign policy over six weeks. Participants shared personal experiences, noted generational differences, and urged future sessions as a good release from routine school life.
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News-Post
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Maryland Humanities Council
David Grimsted
University of Maryland
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Joan Prescntt
O'Dell
Frederick High School
Participadis
Meon
Tom Dayas
Grimated
Pope appeals to foreign workers in Switzerland
Pope John Paul I spoke to about 15,000 foreign workers in Lucerne urging respect for local customs while acknowledging their sacrifices in seeking better opportunities. He urged equal treatment in housing and schools, social security, and participation in church life, noting ongoing but incomplete progress amid mutual prejudice and restrictive policies.
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Switzerland
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Offeron
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Swiss Bishops Conference
Flag dedication kicks off Rockville July 4 celebration
In Rockville the city will dedicate a new American flag atop an 80 foot pole in Scott Fitzgerald Park at 10 am near the Md 355 and Md 28 junction opposite St Mary’s Church. The ceremony is hosted by the Mayor, Corner of Rockville, and American Legion Post 6. The fund drive, Project Raise the Flag, seeks $10,000 for the flag and its installation, with the flag to fly 24 hours daily once raised. The Fourth of July program includes a 6:40 pm start at Richard Montgomery High School Stadium with music by the Rockville Community Chorus and Rockville Concert Band, leading to a 9:30 pm fireworks show and a ceremonial color guard.
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American Legion Post
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Richard Montgomery
Teen guilty of battery and destruction of property
Frederick City man Cecil Long found guilty of battery and destruction of property in a March incident. He allegedly threw an object through a rear window and struck John Mercer. Mercer testified the item was a candy bar and caused no damage. Long received 181 days in jail with suspended term, two years probation, and restitution of 148.25. Other defendants faced minor public disorder and probation actions in related district court cases.
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West Fourth Street
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Fast South Street
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East South Street
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Long
Frite
South Street
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Tang
Boublitz
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Ninthvenue
Brunswick
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Sharon “Ityler
Carrofton Prive Mmn
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Dectophe
Stepler
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Guter Vyrise
Hagerstown
Gee Bee
Last Bee
Study shill workshop aids students parents and teachers
A sponsored program by FRE Servites offers a six week junior high course from 6 to 9 pm June 19 to July 24 and senior high sessions on Mondays from 6 to 9 pm starting June 14. It pairs a teacher assistant with each student to address dyslexia and learning disabilities and trains parents to better support their children.
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Junmior High
Upper Huck Creek Park
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