FBI probe updates Fort Detrick role in anthrax letter case
The Hartford Courant reports no current Fort Detrick scientist is suspected in the anthrax letters. An expert says the FBI would not route samples to Detrick if it doubted the Army lab, and investigators have questioned many Fort Detrick personnel without finding a suspect. The FBI asked multiple labs handling the strain to send samples to Fort Detrick for testing.
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Anaconda offensive claims seven American lives in Afghanistan
U S warplanes bombed al Qaida and Taliban positions in eastern Afghanistan as hundreds of coalition troops swept snow covered terrain. Seven Americans were killed when two helicopters were hit by enemy fire marking the first use of conventional ground troops in Operation Anaconda.
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Grimes and Hessong Cleared by Frederick Ethics Panel
The Frederick Ethics Commission exonerated former mayor Jim Grimes and former Permits and Code Management Director Gary Hessong of corruption charges. It ruled they did not use influence to push unapproved demolition plans for 411 Maxwell Alley, following a report by The Frederick News-Post.
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Fire destroys bus as driver helps child escape
A Frederick County school bus caught fire after a mechanical failure at Mount Zion and Mount Phillip. Driver Patricia Werrdle and a wheelchair bound student along with two adults escaped unharmed, though the 13 year old pupil was taken to Frederick Memorial Hospital for a checkup.
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Dow rises on rally as investors bet on recovery
New York AP reports a broad stock rally Monday pushed the Dow Jones 217.2 points higher to 16,586.1, its best finish since July. Nasdaq gained 56.19 to 1,858.93 and S&P 500 rose 22 to 1153.78 as traders priced in an improving economy. JP Morgan climbed to 32.50 and General Motors to 58.70 amid strong blue chip moves.
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Middletown liquor license gains support
Residents urge lawmakers to approve a new liquor license in Middletown to lure a restaurant and spur downtown revival. Local supporters say a quality dining venue can create community jobs and use 70 percent food sales for licensing conditions. The House committee heard testimony amid broad backing and some opposition.
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Silt Shrinking Lake Linganore Capacity
Silt buildup in Lake Linganore threatens Frederick County and City water supplies as the reservoir loses capacity. Officials estimate the 883 million gallon lake has shed 16 to 30 percent of its original volume, with sandbars hindering recreation. A joint study funded by Frederick County and City will measure sediment impact under a 2000 water-sharing accord with the Lake Linganore Association.
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