Baltimore needle exchange program far surpasses expectations
Baltimore Health Commissioner Dr. Peter Beilenson told a Senate committee the pilot needle exchange in Baltimore serves far more addicts than expected, with numbers rising to at least 3,000 by summer. HIV tests run on returned needles show about 10 percent positive, and the program is expanding access to health care and treatment for a hard to reach group.
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National Cherry Blossom peak bloom forecast for festival
The National Park Service foresees peak bloom of Washington cherry trees from April 3 to 7 for the National Cherry Blossom Festival running March 28 through April 8. The event features a parade on April 8 with First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton as honorary chairwoman and raises funds for Kobe earthquake victims via a Potomac cruise. Separately, Frederick plans a new bakery at 36 S. Market St. with renovations by S&W Partnership, aiming to open in mid May and employ three to four staff.
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Frederick man earns accounting degree from Frostburg State
Dale Kauffman of Frederick received a bachelor of science degree in accounting from Frostburg State University. He is the son of Dale and M Edith Kauffman and was named to the dean's list in the fall semester.
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Dale Kauffman
Frederick
Frostburg State University
Dale
Edith Kauffman
Eagles Auxiliary Dance Raises 1600 for Heart Association
Frederick Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 1067 Auxiliary held a dance and 50/50 fundraiser to benefit the Frederick American Heart Association raising 1600 dollars. Pictured from left Ruth J. Burall Barbara Hildebrand Stacie T. Siekierski and Frances Cook. Skip Lawrence staff photo.
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Frederick American Heart Association
Ruth J. Burall
Barbara Hildebrand
Stacie T. Siekierski
American Heart Association
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