Navy crew paints town in Frederick for statewide service
Nine sailors from the U S S Maryland spent shore leave week painting the Red Cross office in Walkersville, aiding the Frederick Rescue Mission, role modeling at Monocacy Middle, repairing the Advocates for the Homeless office, and painting the Salvation Army Chapel in Frederick. Volunteers from Fort Detrick and other Maryland communities join year round in a Governor’s Office on Volunteerism program, with similar work across Southern and Western Maryland and the Eastern Shore.
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Ferguson praised as progressive servant by Kirk in Frederick
L Harvey Kirk II writes from Walkersville praising State Senator Timothy Ferguson as compassionate and effective. He recounts Ferguson’s quick securing Carroll County hearing facilities, moving Workers Compensation dockets to Carroll Community College, and ongoing support for central Maryland residents.
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Meet The Editor Managing Editor Mike Powell event
The meeting notes confirm that Mike Powell will be online to respond during a weekly Wednesday window from 1 00 to 3 00 pm. The plan outlines a live editor chat session with immediate responses. This item flags ongoing engagement with readers and staff.
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Starr and Clinton saga stirs public demand to conclude probe
Dan Thomasson argues Starr’s methodical Whitewater probe drags on while public interest grows for a quick end to the Lewinsky case. He notes Clinton’s job approval remains high despite lies allegations and questions Starr’s fairness as pressure mounts for decisive action, indictments, or testimony. He cautions against side inquiries and media bias, urging a clear path forward.
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Frederick County Deliberates One Building Solution
County commissioners balked at consolidating jail, Montevue, Winchester Hall, East Church Street School and Court House into a single Court Square building. A $300 survey will gauge veterans needing housing. police plan to seek help with rising transients. A high school fire prompts evacuation and injury. Cast of Up With People visits Frederick before two college shows. Weis Markets thanks customers and staff in full-page ad.
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Missing the Trees In Frederick A Childs Concern
A 10 year old resident of Frederick expresses worry about rapid overbuilding. After eight years in the city they notice few trees remain, concerns about clean air and shade for wildlife, and argue housing supply already meets demand while new homes keep rising. The writer urges slower development to protect the future.
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Red Cross Defends Safe Blood Practices
The American Red Cross replies to a Frederick News-Post letter about a blood drive, stating its screening and testing meet strict federal standards. It notes daily Bloodmobiles visit workplaces and communities, thanking donors and emphasizing the importance of donor time and blood. Dr Paul M Ness, CEO, Greater Chesapeake and Potomac Blood Services Region, American Red Cross Baltimore.
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New traffic questions dog Rosemont Sheetz plan
A reader letter argues the Rosemont Avenue Sheetz project worsens traffic with a new light at Wilson Place, urges restricting Shookstown Road to right turns only, cites illegal lefts and potential rear end crashes, and predicts rising danger as Rosemont becomes part of U S 15. The writer, Terry Palm, and Bob Rohrer reflect on conflict and warning signs.
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Wishful thinking in Iraq crisis mirrors prewar tensions
The piece warns of wishful thinking as a response to the Iraq crisis, drawing parallels to eleventh hour figures like Chamberlain and Annan. It notes how optimistic hopes can contrast with the harsher realities of war and the clash between democracies and dictatorships.
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Term limits debated to revitalize Maryland politics
Senator Tim Ferguson advances a bill to cap consecutive terms at three in the Maryland Senate and House, with a four year break before a possible sixth term. The proposal aims to widen candidate opportunities and energize civic engagement, urging Frederick County residents to consider the issue.
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Letters to the Editor Policy at The Frederick News Post
The Frederick News Post invites signed letters exclusive to the paper with writer name address and home and business phone numbers for verification. Some space limited letters are abbreviated and poetry or letters to others are not published. Submission methods include mail fax or email.
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Hemp Returns to Frederick County Farms in Historic Revival
A revived interest in industrial hemp traces its history in Frederick County from colonial times to 1937. local brewers have begun using hemp seeds for Hempen Ale, while researchers and farmers push for legal production and state research efforts to reclaim hemp as a versatile crop with powerful economic and environmental potential.
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