County debate on drug tests for employees in Winchester Hall
Public officials in Frederick County grapple with testing policies for staff amid a growing push from private sector practices. The argument weighs random testing and automatic dismissal against reasonable suspicion and supervisor-based testing, seeking rehabilitation over punishment while prioritizing safety and privacy. Winchester Hall remains in fierce debate.
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Frederick County
Mark Hoke
Mitchel Hose
Winchester Hall
Hunt for Red October Film Review in Silent Sub Thriller
A veteran feature on Tom Clancy and his debut novel leads to coverage of the 1990 film. The reviewer praises Sean Connery, Alec Baldwin, and Larry De Way with technical detail about submarines, plotting, and action. The piece highlights loyalty to the source, cinematic style, and strong box office potential.
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Suez Canal
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Calvert County
Route 2
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Marko Ramius
United States
Connery
John McTiernan
Steven Spielberg
Dallas
Jack Ryan
CIA
Alec Baldwin
Larry de Way
Sonarman
Ronald Jones
Jonesy
Ryan
Porsche
NRC probe may nuke nominee for defense programs
Washington Victor Stella, nominated for assistant secretary of energy for defense programs, faces renewed Senate delay amid NRC probe findings. Allegations include retaliation against an employee and a vendetta against Fortuna, plus a secret slush fund claim. Bush elevated Stella to deputy post to bypass confirmation.
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Victor Stella
George Bush
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Stella
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NRC
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James Kelly
Kelly
Sharon Connelly
Office of Inspection and Auditor
Connnelly
Greg Moore
Senate
Stello
Roger Fortuna
Office of Investigations
Stelo
Fortuna
Peter Kostmayer
D-P2
Stellie
Stelle
Frederick beer licenses fall to 112 in county shift
License commissioner Paul M. Little reports 112 beer selling establishments licensed in Frederick County, 10 fewer than January 1 and well below the 128 after beer legalization in 1933. The plan since October aims to reduce license holders by 10 100, about one per election district. The city meanwhile removes old maple trees for fuel use, with Harmon Staley directing the work and portions sent to the quarry.
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Paul M. Little
Frederick County
Mr. Little
Frederick
Lineman Harmon Staley
County official pushes charter government on fall ballot
County Commissioner Wallace E Hutton launches a non partisan campaign to place charter government on the local fall election ballot, saying there would be no opposition. The note accompanies other brief items including a lost dog ad in Frederick and a federal request for a new post office. Arlan's Department Stores Inc names Thomas B Drum manager of the new Frederick Arlan's Appliance Store in Prospect Plaza with Ron Cease previously overseeing since Dec 4.
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Wallace E. Hutton
Hutton
Arlan’s Department Stores Inc
Thomas B. Drum
Frederick Arlan
Prospect Plaza
Ron Cease
More money for schools in Frederick County budget push
Parents urged to back a larger county school budget as the superintendent cites shortages in staffing and resources. An advisory committee recommended a gifted and talented middle school program not included in the current request, while many classrooms remain large with inadequate libraries and facilities.
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Frederick County
Brunswick Middle School
Board of Education
PTA
Letters to the Editor on fear of Satanic influence in schools
Paula Bradford of Middletown argues in a February News-Post letter that hate crimes by youth reflect a broader Satanist influence. She decries the ban on religious references in schools, links Halloween to Satanism, and urges parental and church guidance to protect children from perceived evil and drugs.
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News-Post
God
Satan
Keep government out of women's private lives
A letter argues against anti abortion legislation and demands focus on enforcement, penalties, and public intrusion. It notes many hold strong views on abortion yet urges discussion of practical impacts and privacy, criticizing moralizing rhetoric and public meddling. NORAH WHITING
Puzzling Politician Del Smith Seeks Agri-Chem Harm Safeguards
The News-Post notes Del Boyd Smith shows unusual focus on possible harm from agri-chemicals and seeks legislative protection. He reportedly ignores concerns over abortion, its harm, and the killing of unborn babies, raising questions about his priorities. Joseph W. Wachter Walkersville.
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del. Boyd Smith
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Smith
Questioning double standards on death penalty and unborn life
June M Flores of Mount Airy questions why capital punishment exists for heinous criminals in some states while unborn children are not granted protection. She asks who appeals sentences and why an unborn child is executed, arguing legal views on life and survival.
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