NCI fire loss limited as animals saved at scene
Three alarm blaze at National Cancer Institute complex largely spared animals and lab gear. Fort Detrick spokesman says ninety nine percent of animals survived and most equipment was recovered intact. Roof collapse occurred on Building 522 but fire remained above first floor. One firefighter, Brian Grossnickle, injured inhalation but released after treatment.
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NCI
National Cancer Institute
Fortee
Norman Covert
Fort Detrick
Covert
Mr. Covert
NCI Property For Cancer Research
Brian Grossnickle
Mark Hoke: Bully or teddy bear in Frederick County
Mark Hoke, Frederick County Commissioner president, is seen as confrontational and blunt yet praised for a tender side by some. Voters note his in‑your‑face style, Army background, and 1994 swearing in moment as glimpses of a complex leader who says he hates politics but stays active to steer county finances.
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Mark Hoke
Frederick County Commissioners
Hoke
David Gray
Ilona Hogan
Mr. Hoke
Gray
Murder of 15 year old Stacy Hoffmaster sought
Frederick County Crime Solvers appeal for information in the strangulation murder of 15 year old Stacy Hoffmaster whose nude body was found December 23 in southeast Frederick woods. No arrests made. investigators say they are sifting facts from rumor as detectives Kornacki and Hutchison work full time, having questioned about 130 people.
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Frederick County
Stacy Hoffmaster
Frederick Woods
Miss Hoffmaster
Thomas V. Chase
Frederick City
Ed Kornacki
Jeffrey Hutchison
Hoffmaster
Lt. Chase
Helen L. Smith artist and matriarch laid to rest
Helen L. Smith 103, Frederick County’s first professional woman artist, was remembered at Frederick Presbyterian Church. Her painting Spring in Baker Park graced the funeral bulletin as mourners praised her kindness independence and family leadership. She rests at Mount Olivet Cemetery.
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Helen L. Smith
Frederick Presbyterian Church
Miss Smith
Mary
Frederick County
Frederick
Ginger Memmett
Braddock Heights
Gene Johnson remembered by hundreds at solemn tribute
Gene Johnson 70, president of Carroll Manor Volunteer Fire Co., was honored by hundreds at a memorial service and memorial events after his death last week. Firefighters and colleagues recalled his guidance and compassion, with colleagues sharing personal memories and stories of his impact on the community.
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Carroll Manor
Adamstown
Gene Johnson
Frederick
Mr. Johnson
Carroll Manor Volunteer Fire Co
Dan Hughes
Inside The News For Youth Explorer Post trates future police officers
Youth page highlights Explorer Post activities shaping tomorrow’s police officers. Mentions hands on drills, community service, and career pathways for teens interested in law enforcement. References a local event and featured mentors guiding participants.
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Frederick Memorial Hospital
Kelly Hahn
Scotty Gerdig
Timothy Jacobont
John Wayne
Winchester
Hail
Bully
Teddy Bear
Julia Robb
News-Post
Mrs. Hogan
Kate Leckie
Helen Smith
Rev
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Susan C.nicol
Gene
Hughes
Chip Jewell
Central Alarm
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