Montgomery County unveils vehicle theft prevention program
A new program asks drivers to report stolen cars on local radio to 911 for a $1000 reward from Montgomery County Crime Solvers. The plan includes tips to prevent theft, such as not leaving keys, locking doors, and using steering wheel locks, kill-switches, and smart ignition keys. Strong lists of top stolen models are cited by insurers, with Honda Accord and Toyota Camry among the targets.
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Montgomery County
National Association of Independent Insurers
Command Change At Fort Detrick Marks Battalion Legacy
Lt Col Joseph P. Bitto relinquishes command of the 1110th United States Army Signal Battalion to Lt Col Terry A. West at Fort Detrick. West brings long Army service and advanced degrees, with ceremony attended by officials and local figures including John Grimes. Local lore recalls Tivoli Theater air conditioning funded by Jack Warner after a bet on the horse Challedon. The Ten Oclock Coffee Club honors Dr Henry P Laughlin on his 81st birthday.
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Joseph P. Bitto
1110Th
United States Army Signal Battalion
Terry A. West
Fort Detrick
Bitto
Department of Army
Chief of Staff
Washington
Defense
Armed Services
East Coast Telecommunications Center
Col. West
Army
University of Nebraska
Naval Postgraduate School
Monterey
Calif
Germany
5Th U.S. Army Signal Command
Worms
John Grimes
Frederick
Jim Grimes
John
Tivoli
Weinberg Center
American Movie Classics Magazine
William W. Wenner
Brunswick
Challedon
W. L. Brann
Walkersville
Edward P. Thomas
Eddie
Jack Warner
Warner Bros. Studio
California
Mr. Brann
Dr. Eddie
Warner
Maryland Bay
Judge Wenner
Henry P. Laughlin
Starr must deliver or fold up shop on Whitewater probe
Ann McFeatters reports Carville condemns Kenneth Starr for overreach in the Clinton Whitewater inquiry while noting Clinton era investigations and campaign finance issues. The piece argues the independent prosecutor needs tangible results or exit, as critics warn of unchecked power and the risk to reforms.
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James Carville
Louisiana
Clinton
White House
Oval Office
Carville
Starr
Arkansas
Whitewater
Clintons
California
Supreme Court
Paula Jones
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Hillary Clinton
Arkansas Savings and Loan
Capitol Hill
White
Congress
Court of
Ann McFeatters
Scripps Howard News Service
Frederick Fire Reports Gasoline Truck Incident at Auto Lot
A 1000 gallon gasoline truck driver Clif ford Baker of Frederick stopped a spill and moved the burning hose after fumes exploded at Neil's Auto Sales. Albert Mac praised the driver’s quick actions. Also noted are: Camp Free State governor finalists Dolores Brown and Patricia Pine. Camp Detrick sidewalk project. zoning issues on East Patrick Street post office. Maryland DNR stance on sewer plant standards. Limestone Lime Kiln industrial park move. and heat-wave warning for pet owners to avoid leaving animals in cars.
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SHELL
Clifford Baker
Frederick
Neil’s Auto Sales Co
N. Market St
Dolores Brown
Patricia Pine
Denton
Camp Free State
American Legion Auxiliary
Fort George C. Meade
Michael E. Pue Jr
East Patrick Street
Tobacco theft on the tobacco issue sparks a legal standstill
Lawyers convene to pressure an American company, seizing profits under duress in a bold move that echoes historic grievances. The remark by Steve Rinehart of Frederick questions law education and draws a provocative parallel to King George, signaling tension over business rights and legal strategy.
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America
King George
Priority in Frederick County planning board appointments
As the Frederick County Commissioners face July decisions, the planning board selections will shape environment education roads taxes and economic viability. The piece weighs candidate experience integrity independence and commitment to lawful, conflict free planning.
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Board of County Commissioners
Frederick County Planning Commission
APFO
Planning Commission
Reappointment bids for Frederick County Planning Commission
Readers urge strong support for Bob White and Marty Rice seeking reappointment to the Frederick County Planning Commission. They praise their citizen outreach, open dialogue, understanding of APFO, and balance of community, children, developers, and law. The letter urges elected officials to grant them approval with gratitude and cautions against appointing others tied to outside interests.
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Bob White
Marty Rice
Planning Commission
APFO
Mr. White
Ms. Rice
Board of County Commissioners
Frederick County Planning Commission
Frederick County Commissioners Delay Planning and Zoning Appointments
The Frederick County Commissioners again delayed appointing two members to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The article questions the appointment guidelines and suggests the rules favor outsiders with high financial means and land development expertise, implying a self justifying stance by the commission.
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Frederick County
Planning and Zoning Commission
Pool caution from Mount Airy family after drowning tragedy
Marydon Ford of Mount Airy remembers her 3 1/2 year old son who died June 10 1970 in a swimming pool. She urges parents to child proof pools and water proof children to prevent such losses, noting three drownings already this summer and stressing inexplicable carelessness.
Letters to the Frederick News-Post for submission
Readers are invited to send letters exclave to The News Post with author name address and phone numbers for verification. Due to high volume, publication is not guaranteed and some letters may be abridged.
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Frederick Mews-Post
News-Post
Frederick News-Post
E. Patrick Jt
P.O
Frederick
Fox i
Lemers
Fredarickne
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Ge&t
Donald J. Kunkoski
Metropolitan Commission
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Frederick County Planning and Zoning Commission
Steve Rinehart
Valerie M. Hertges
New Market
Garland P. Feaga Frederick
Marydon Ford
Mount Airy
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