Courts to decide Free State Recycling dispute in Point of Rocks
The community backs recycling but opposes out-of-state trash and inconsistent county actions. Free State Recycling has sued the county, awaiting a federal judge's ruling amid a see-saw battle over permits and zoning that blocks the plant.
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Weathered grads face a changing job market says Sarah Overstreet
In a syndicated column Sarah Overstreet reflects on the tough job market for new graduates and contrasts it with a veteran’s career. She urges grads to value abilities over degrees, adapt to change, and develop resilience for economic cycles while noting layoffs at local TV stations and hiring freezes in media.
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Reading and writing in a fast food culture
Diana Solis, a University of Florida sophomore interning at the St. Petersburg Times, argues that a MTV driven generation neglects reading and writing. She warns that educational decline, budget cuts, and reliance on quick information threaten future leaders.
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Frederick Fair Proceeded Despite War Crafting Pressure
Frederick County Agricultural Society directors approve October fair preparations despite Office of Defense Transportation request to defer all state and county fairs for wartime duration. Five-State farmers council forms in Baltimore to counter John L Lewis dairymen union drive. Local Draft Board One lists 67 probable inductees including musician Richard Baumgardner storekeeper Keenhe and cafe operator William Renn. Bridges over Monocacy River collapsed in Agnes flood. Mayor Magaha commends Frederick workers. Health official Roff cites 35 heroin addicts counseled. rehab via halfway houses blocked by zoning rules.
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MARC Station Location Should Favor Accessibility Over Downtown
Dale Horning argues Frederick should place MARC station off downtown for speed and fuel savings. He contends downtown access is hindered by traffic lights and slow roads, urging a location near I-70 corridors to serve Urbana and surrounding areas effectively.
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Challenging Meachum on Perot issue in letter to editor
A reader denounces Roy Meachum's June 3 column for bias and ethnic commentary. The writer, born in 1946, rejects insinuations about Perot and calls for fair treatment of candidates regardless of ethnic background, urging Meachum to present views without prejudice.
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Letters to Editor Responds on Military Honors and Local Politics
A reader letter recalls Fort Detrick honoring the writer’s father, denying Legion involvement, and praises Fort Detrick for honors. It cites family members in Emmitsburg and Myrtle Beach AFB and critiques a local politician’s pearl of rhetoric, urging that old politics be left behind. Jefferson Martin L. Fisher signs off.
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Why so many wheelchair ramps in public spaces
A reader argues against broad laws mandating wheelchair ramps, citing high costs and limited use. The letter questions safety impacts, government waste, and accountability, comparing programs to past financial debacles and urging scrutiny of accessibility mandates.
Thurmont Legion Receives Copy of Veterans Honors Letter
In response to a Thurmont American Legion letter, the Thurmont Legion got the same veterans honors notice as Maryland legions. Some copies remain if memories need refreshing amid kindness and shock from neighboring posts.
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How to Write Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites signable letters with name address and phone for verification. Letters may be edited and not all published due to volume. concise topics have best chances. poetry and religious verse are not used. no charge for publishing. Include address and phone though not published. mail to 200 E Patrick St Frederick MD 21701 or fax to 662-8299.
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