No public vote on flood plan in Frederick
Frederick Mayor Ronald N. Young revised his stance on a local vote for the 9.6 million flood plan. He called a vote cumbersome and hard to explain, noting funding is the major issue and that misinformation has swayed residents. The plan would create a 120 foot wide corridor along Carroll Creek to reduce flooding with phases funded separately.
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Ashton bans public airing of police grievances
Major Richard J. Ashton bans public airing of grievances by police officers under a Police Code provision. He cites controversy and morale concerns amid officer unrest over promotions pay and favoritism while noting channels exist through the Police Commission and Fraternal Order of Police.
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Carter era miners pact aid hopes report
CARTER administration hopes miners approve a pact while a pilot is credited with averting a major jet disaster. European markets slightly improve as economic news filters in. Snow expected early morning with subfreezing lows, possible rain by Friday as a cold front moves through. Novelist Lillian Hamere noted in passing.
Delay in 30 percent electric cutbacks eases area strain
Acting Gov Blair Lee III postponed mandatory 20 percent commercial and 30 percent industrial electricity reductions until coal strike votes conclude. He will monitor United Mine Workers ratification, keep 10 percent cuts in place, and assess further action if a new contract is not ratified. Major employers weigh schedules while Fort Detrick and schools maintain conservation efforts.
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Snow forecast and recent icy conditions reported
A new winter storm is expected to bring more snow tonight with a change to rain by Friday then brief snow again by Saturday. The previous system dumped rain and snow across the region, with Frederick reporting about two inches of snow that melted by mid morning and Emmittaburg near three inches. Continuous cold temperatures kept highs around the 30s while overnight lows dipped into the 20s, and winds reaching up to 34 mph were observed in several counties including Damascus and Westminster.
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Damascus
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Westminster
Hechinger push against Maryland blue law changes
An advertisement by Hechinger hardware in Frederick decries a blue law reform as a sham and urges action within 24 hours. The piece cites Sunday sales limits and asks why some items like paint are treated differently. The changes would expand Sunday commerce but require enforcement and face legislative delay.
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Library site debate stalls final Winchester location choice
Dorsey and Young back Key Chevrolet as favored site for a new library amid county board splits. Commissioners Wirts and Bellinger express reservations while Paula Cram Jr. urges viewing a schematic design before deciding. Dorsey’s position on site shifts noted amid ongoing deliberations.
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