Welfare bill sparks bitter fights in House debate
In Washington the House races ahead with the Republican Personal Responsibility Act aimed at dismantling 45 programs and shifting responsibility to the states. Democrats decry cuts to aid for the poor while Republicans defend savings and reform. The fight intensified as debate began and an abortion amendment stirred tempers.
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Parents warn son kept away from bad crowd leads to murder charge
Jeremiah Reynolds, 17, of Sabillasville pleaded guilty to third murder and robbery for the December 20 killing of Gretchen C. Groff, 30, of Fayetteville. The alleged triggerman, Clayton Faxon, 16, faces homicide, robbery, theft and conspiracy charges and potential death penalty. His parents, Hope and David Reynolds, recall warnings about smoking and peers, and say they never expected conviction.
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Reynolds pleads guilty to murder in Pa. convenience-store slaying
Jeremiah Reynolds, 17, of Sabillasville pleaded guilty Wednesday to third-degree murder and robbery in the December 20 killing of Gretchen C. Groff at High's Convenience Store in Blue Ridge Summit. He testified the plan was burglary, with Clayton Faxon as the triggerman. Faxon faces the death penalty if convicted. Reynolds faces up to 40 years and a 50 thousand dollar fine, though sentencing is pending.
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Jeremiah Reynolds
Gretchen C. Groff
Douglas W. Herman
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Sabillasville
Groff
High’s
Blue Ridge Summit
Clayton Faxon
Franklin County
Jack Nelson
Faxon
Nelson
William Groff
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Resident Blames Mall Dumpsters for Stalling Home Sale
Frederick resident Peter T. Zier says his four year effort to sell his Amber Meadows townhouse is hindered by trash from the Thomas Johnson Drive strip mall. He cites open Weis Market dumpsters, trash blowing toward townhomes, graffiti, rodents, and public urination and speculation of sexual activity behind sliding doors. Association officials considered a $5,000 to $10,000 fence and have pressed Weis Market for cleanup. The Amber Meadows Townhouse Association has filed letters with city officials as officials weigh action.
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Gas prices fall across Maryland as reformulated fuel rules bite
Frederick County drivers enjoy the lowest gas costs since July with regular at 1.148 dollars, mid grade 1.264 and premium 1.339. Declines reflect demand shifts and stabilizing markets amid mandatory reformulated gasoline year round in parts of Maryland.
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Mid- Atlantic Aaa
Don Schroeder
Maryland Petroleum Council
Inland Greenhouse News Highlights Daffodils in Bloom
The piece notes thousands of daffodils offering hope as spring colors the landscape. It references Page B-1 Sports previews on area high school track teams and mentions disjointed lines about Frederick News-Post recycling and print habits.
Braddock Water Co Shuts Pumps Dispensing Water
Braddock Water Co stopped pumping and closed books leaving about 350 Frederick County customers without service. The firm has disputed a Public Service Commission move to revoke its franchise for over two years and then halted further resistance by letter. County officials were urged to step in and provide immediate water service to Braddock Heights residents.
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Braddock Heights
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GOP tax cut motions defeated in Maryland House
Annapolis House Democrats rejected two Republican efforts to cut personal income taxes, voting 99-42 for a 6 percent cut and 93-42 for a 3 percent cut. The moves would have saved a four person family about 200 and 100 dollars yearly respectively, but leadership announced an agreement to delay tax reductions until next year.
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Parris Glendening
Casper Taylor Jr
Taylor
Bill to delay VEIP tests nears final approval
The Maryland Senate moved a bill to delay the Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program toward final passage after defeating amendments seen as veto risk. A tentative Senate approval follows House action as a formality for a Friday final vote, with only a minor difference between the Senate and House versions.
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