State highway plans face delays and questions on 2020 traffic relief
Public meeting previews a multimodal corridor study begun in 1995 with updates on MOEs ITS and CLRP plans. Critics question interchange design at Biggs Ford Road and looming population projections for Frederick city and Urbana area, noting potential underestimates of growth. Officials cite study costs from 145 million to 1.8 billion and emphasize public involvement while acknowledging current congestion.
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Maryland fire officer qualifications spark legislative debate
Mick Mastrine of Frederick argues Maryland should standardize fire officer qualifications across volunteer and career departments. He cites liability, training gaps, and political obstacles, urging a unified, state led standard with third party exams and free Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute training.
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Fetid Washington odor as campaign finance scandals bloom
A Scripps Howard News Service column laments a fetid Washington atmosphere caused by ongoing revelations of foreign campaign money and fund raising shenanigans. It questions FBI disclosures on China interference, names figures like Huang and Lin Trie, and notes Gore fundraisers’ alleged reveals. It contrasts reform talks with inaction while cherry blossoms approach.
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City inks lighting lease for McCurdy Field project
City Attorney Richard Zimmer to draft a lease between Frederick and Austin F. Angleberger of the Frederick Athletic Club Inc to install lighting at McCurdy Field at a cost of 12000 dollars. Six Frederick residents questioned on youth opportunity over 50 years.
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Letter argues for Weinberg Center to host national acts
Lois Jarman urges mixing at the Weinberg Center with local productions and affordable tickets for national acts. She notes many people cannot reach the Kennedy Center and calls for a balance of big name performances and locally accessible shows.
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Local theater rift clouds Weinberg Center future
A Walkersville actor laments a divide at the Weinberg Center as volunteer groups clash with director Jade Wu and Mayor Jim Grimes. The abrupt dismissal of technical director Lesley Vander and growing hostility threaten community theater opportunities for his daughter and local students.
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Jade Wu
Jim Grimes
Lesley Vandever
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Community meeting urged to address Weinberg concerns
Amy Chase Martin of Walkersville notes community ideas may help remedy a situation. She says no one from Weinberg or the Mayor's office is giving straight answers and urges residents to attend Tuesday's open meeting before the Weinberg situation deteriorates.
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Denying the right to replace the BOE
Charles Hubbard denounces Fredericks County political moves to block voter choice on school board selection. He cites a closed meeting and a proposed committee including PTA, Chamber of Commerce, and board members, arguing only a referendum would reflect the electorate. He urges voters to replace those in power. Middletown.
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Newspaper front page sparks reader protest over LGBTQ coverage
Peggy Baugher of Damascus writes in fury after reading the March 12 edition’s two large photos and three-column front page on homosexuals. She condemns the centerfold and headlines as offensive and immoral, expressing ongoing upset.
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Parental Views on TV Ratings and Child Viewing
Will Randall argues that TV program ratings let parents control children’s viewing but will push producers toward sleazier content. He favors parental vigilance and values over executive ratings, warning of negative effects outweighing positives.
Letters to the Editor policy at The Frederick News-Past
The Frederick News-Past invites exclusive letters with writer name address and phone numbers for verification. Some letters abridged for space. No poetry or form letters. Mail to The Frederick News-Post at 200 E Patrick St Frederick MD 21705 or email as instructed.
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