Tandem work crews and prison reform debate in New Bedford
The piece weighs tandem work crews against chain gangs as a humane reform option. Bristol County Sheriff Hodgson touts them as building self esteem while critics warn about broader prison overcrowding and the need to rethink who deserves incarceration and training resources. Readers discuss tax costs, tough justice, and the future of imprisonment in Massachusetts.
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South
Maryland
Bristol
Thomas Hodgson
Justice System
New Bedford
Massachusetts
Meachum says police mishandled 3 am break in incident
A Frederick couple describe a troubling police response to a vandalized Sharon Meachum shop on East Patrick Street. They allege three officers left after banging at the door, failing to log prints, questioning claims, and prompting emotional distress. The mayor pledged reform amid readers’ mixed reactions.
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East Patrick Street
Sharon
Harold Domer
Domer
Dorner
Litte
Meaehuin
Department of Motor Vehicle
Lears
Frederick City
Jim Grimes
Yvonne Small
Ms Small
Changing Faces of Gambling: From Cops to Government
A voice recalls 1964 Miami vice to explain how minor gamblers prey on the poor while big-time crime loses power. now government apparatus replaces criminals as the dominant force behind numbers and bookies in a moving, reflective account.
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Miami
Gambling impact study targets lotteries and betting
Martin Schram argues governments use legalized lotteries and off track betting to raise revenue and mask taxes. The bipartisan National Gambling Impact Study Commission reports more than 15 million Americans are problem or pathological gamblers. It calls for gambling impact statements for new proposals and cites a harsh critique of politicians for promoting gambling to fund education while avoiding tax increases.
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Nationa Gambling Impact Study Commission
Miami
Richard C Leone
The
Century Foundation
Gambling Study Commission
Leone
Pols
Nancy Reagan
Frederick area notes and local achievements blend in daily life
A mix of town events includes Elizabeth Angleberger's nursing school graduation at Peninsula General Hospital Salisbury and her plan to help on a ward. Frederick police report three cab drivers accused in a romance of two bulls, plus a two man U boat on public display. Gas rationing odd even system shows mixed results with busy stations yet shorter lines. Maryland State Police praise for off duty capture of two suspects. County commissioners push to hire an architect for the new library and respond to critics of the former Key Chevrolet site. Kim Shankle wins Balloon Ascension at North Frederick PTA Carnival with top honors. Tina Weddle second, Alien Ambush third, Clarvey Cullop fourth.
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Kim Shankle
North Frederick
Rochester
N.Y
Tina Weddle
Alien’ Ambush
Clarvey
Remembering Will Hurwitz A Gentle Man and Mentor
A longtime friend from Bizys Avenue recalls Will Hurwitz as a loving family man who offered wisdom and kindness. The writer honors his generous spirit, lasting friendships, and the impact Will had as a trusted mentor and cherished presence in their lives.
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Bizys Avenue
Will Hurwitz
Will
Hurwitz
Tarmuly Tiend
Downtown Full Service Grocery Mentions Local Need
A resident urges downtown grocery options with John Hagerhorst, opposing CVS and Tesoro, arguing a full service store would serve both young and old, reduce reliance on transit, and reflect citizen demands for a downtown market. The note questions whether County Market could operate downtown and asks when officials will listen.
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Lapree
John Hagerhorst
CVS
Carmack-Jay's
Therr
County Market
Tesoro’s
Texoro's
Water concerns prompt call for permit pause in Mount Airy area
William Dylan of Mount Airy urges conservation and a study of water resources before issuing more building permits. He notes wells supply the county and public water can still depend on wells, warns deeper drawdown may jeopardize shallower wells, and questions development amid scarce groundwater.
Second Amendment views on restricting handguns and assault weapons
Edward Sanger argues that only police and security personnel should have handguns and automatic assault weapons. He says homeowners hunters and nonhomeowners can still defend themselves or hunt with rifles or shotguns and calls for removing handguns and automatics from civilian use.
Water shortages prompt wells drilled and taps dry in Maryland county
In Frederick County residents face water concerns as Windsor Knolls wells run half full Mount Airy imposes restrictions Sam Hill Estates reports intermittent taps and a Battlewood home experiences a dry tap. Two acquaintances have drilled new wells amid the shortages.
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Frederick County
Windsor Knolls
Mount Airy
Sam Hill Estates
Battlewood
Correction of Misleading Day Care Narrative at State Convention
A reader requests corrections to a report about Ms. Tucker and her son Steven, noting the center staff are responsive and inclusive while the administration shows reluctance to meet his needs. The writer emphasizes the day care staff deserve respect, and thanks Julia Robb for attending the event.
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Julia Robb
Tucker
Steven
Frivolous laws spark debate over commandments display
Garland Ferga of Frederick criticizes the House for endorsing displaying the Ten Commandments in schools and state facilities as a sorrowful gesture while opposing labeling violence in entertainment. He cites concerns about censorship, youth exposure, and a fallen Yugoslav conflict as evidence of government overreach.
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House of Representatives
Yugoslava
Letters to the Editor policy at Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites signed letters with writers full name address and telephone number for verification. Due to high volume the paper does not publish party religious verse or copies of letters addressed to others. Send letters by mail fax or email to the listed Frederick address or contact details.
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Rederick News Post
Frederick News-Poat
E_ Patrick St
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Frede Ick
Fredericknewspost.com
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Danny Marcum
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