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Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1998

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2

Carroll man dies in 1 car road accident

A Carroll County man, John Bruce Yelton aged 26 of Westminster, died at the scene after a wet road skid on Woodbine Road. The vehicle, a 1987 Ford Thunderbird, veered off the left side and struck a tree after brushing a porch rail and a pine. Driver Donna Faye Cianci 35 of Westminster was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. The Lotto posted no jackpot. next drawing estimated at 83 million. Fire calls noted over a 48 hour period ending 9 pm with multiple locations including Graceham and Woodsboro.

Winfield Carroll County John Bruce Yelton Old Laberty Road Westminster Maryland Yelton Woodbine Road Buckhorn Road John Linton Linton Donna Faye Cianci R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center Baltimore

Police add chaplains to help officers cope with stress

Baltimore and neighboring counties expand chaplain programs as calls rise and officers face more lethal confrontations. Commissioner Frazier doubles the Baltimore unit from nine to nineteen while ministers note cell phone driven on scene arrivals and families receiving comfort to let officers work. National ACC growth cited with 2100 members in the International Conference of Police Chaplains.

Baltimore Thomas Frazier Theresa Mercer Liberty Medical Center Baltimore) Sun Howard County George International Conference of Police Chaplains David DeRevere

Boy, 3, struck by pellet gun on farm in Maryland

A three year old, William Hummell, was hit in the forehead by a 760 Pump Master pellet gun on the back deck of a farm home owned by U S Representative Roscoe Bartlett. Police say it was an accident. He suffered minor injuries and was treated at Frederick Memorial Hospital. The shot occurred as 12 year old Corey Bailey fired at toy soldiers with the weapon. the mother was present.

Buckeystown Maryland Wiliam Hummell Corey Bailey Toy Soldiers Alice Godlove William Frederick Memorial Hospital U.S Roscoe Bartlett Rth Neversink Sarah Curry Ramona Howe Monticello Raceway

Man and two youths arrested on drug charges

A Jefferson man and two juveniles were arrested early Sunday by the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office after Deputy Jason McCollum found a plastic bag of suspected marijuana and drug paraphernalia on Sumantown Road near Catoctin Creek. The 18-year-old, Jerry Poffinberger, faced marijuana possession charges and was released on personal recognizance. the juveniles were released to their parents.

Jefferson Frederick County Sheriff’s Office Jason McCollum Sumantown Road Catoctin Creek Jerry Poffinberger McCollum

Burglary Strikes Local Veterinarian Office Again

A New Market veterinarian's Old National Pike office was burglarized Saturday night or Sunday, the second break in months. Detectives said a back door was kicked in and cash, a fax machine, and a TV VCR were stolen, following a prior March 20 break involving ketamine and heartworm test kits. The drug ketamine, known as Special K, is noted by police.

New Market Old National Pike Rick Winer Frederick County Sheriff’s Office Maryland Ira

Undercover drug buy links two Frederick men to cocaine arrests

An arranged undercover drug purchase led Frederick police to arrest Kenneth J. Franklin, 24, and Maxie F. Allen, 25. They face charges of distribution of cocaine, possession with intent to distribute cocaine, and conspiracy. Allen also faces a probation violation warrant. Both are jailed in Frederick County with bail set at 125,000 dollars.

Frederick Kenneth J. Franklin Maxie F Allen Sion Frederick City Allen Frederick County

Man injured as guardrail penetrates car on Old Frederick Road

A Rocky Ridge man Bernard Thompson, 37, was hurt when his Honda Accord veered off Old Frederick Road near Eaton Road and the guardrail penetrated the front and extended through the back. He was admitted to Frederick Memorial Hospital in stable condition. Deputy Brett Etzler noted Thompson was driving north when the crash occurred.

Rocky Ridge Old Frederick Road Eaton Road Cue Bernard Thompson Frederick Memorial Hospital Brett Etzler Mc Thompson

Weather forecast for Frederick County Maryland and regions

Cloudy breezy cool with light rain likely across Frederick County Maryland Mountains and Maryland Beaches. Rain chances 60 to 80 percent with highs generally 50s to 70s and northeast winds 10 to 30 mph. Extended outlook shows variable clouds and highs 65 to 75 into Thursday and 70s Friday.

Frederick County Maryland

Hopkins grapples with possible test cheating

Johns Hopkins University faculty and math students plan a forum at Kreiger Hall to decide how to handle a Calculus 3 final disrupted by a fire alarm. About two dozen of 135 test takers raised concerns that some students might have completed the exam outside, prompting potential changes or a retake.

Baltimore Johns Hopkins University Baltimore Sun John Boardman Remson Hall Boardman Kreiger Hall

Rain Affects Large Northeast Southeast Areas With Flood Risk

A persistent low pressure system off New Jersey deluged the Northeast with heavy rain, soaking eastern New York and New England while another system over Tennessee sparked thunderstorms in Georgia the Carolinas and Kentucky. Portland Tennessee recorded nearly 3 inches of rain in seven hours. temps ranged from 23 to 93 across the nation.

New Jersey New York New England Pennsylvania Maryland Delaware New York State Massachusetts Connecticut Islip Newark N.J Tennessee Georgia Carolinas Kentucky Virgina South Carolina Sumner County Portland Silver Bay Minn Fort Lauderdale Pompano Beach Fla

School vandalized at Windsor Knolls for second weekend

Windsor Knolls Middle School suffered damage when plaster putty blocked 34 door locks and graffiti appeared on the building late Saturday night. Detective Rick Winer said locksmiths were working Sunday and that the cost is undetermined. youths involved previously were charged. Police seek information on missing plaster putty.

Jjamsville Windsor Knolls Middle School Rick Winer Frederick County

Airlines rush to get older 737s back in air

FAA ordered inspections after wear found in power wiring through wing fuel tanks. By morning 47 planes checked, about half showed abrasion. United and Southwest moved to restore operations with inspections. the action affects 15 percent of domestically operated 737s.

Washington FAA Jane Garvey United Airlines Southwest Airlines Federal Aviation Administration Continental Airlines

Netanyahu signals plan to push West Bank dispute to U S public

In Jerusalem Netanyahu hints he will take the Israel versus Clinton withdrawal clash to the U S public. Clinton presses for 13 percent of the West Bank, while Netanyahu limits transfer to nine percent. Dennis Ross briefs Clinton and Albright on his trip. Netanyahu heads to the United States to meet Jewish leaders and AIPAC.

Albright Israel Netanyahu U.S Congress America United States Conference of Mayors Jerusalem AIPAC Washington Clinton West Bank

Wealth up, world poorer says Vital Signs 1998 study

Washington AP reports the 1998 Vital Signs study showing global income rising above $5,000 per person amid environmental strain. Growth remains above 4 percent with gains in India, Africa, and Latin America. Noted issues include Indonesia fires, China's Yellow River drought, and accelerating Internet and telecom expansion.

Washington Andes China Lester R. Brown Worldwatch Institute India United States British Petroleum Royal Dutch Shell Brown Indonesia Yellow River

Aging Catholic bishop freed by China after U S call

China released aging Roman Catholic bishop Zeng Jingmu on Saturday, as U S officials had urged. The move comes ahead of President Clinton’s China visit amid ongoing concerns over religious and political freedoms.

Beijing China United States U.S Zeng Jingmu Clinton Zeng State Department

Sinn Fein backs Northern Ireland peace government

Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams guided his party to back the Northern Ireland peace accord with 331 of 350 activists voting for participation in a new power sharing administration. The vote, taken at the Royal Dublin Society hall, marks a shift from revolution to reform and signals Adams strength amid mixed Protestant opposition.

Sinn Fein Northern Ireland Dublin Ireland Gerry Adams Royal Dublin Society Hall Ulster Unionists Adams Tak Ing Sinn Fein-Irish Republican Army

Postal Service seeks one cent rise on first class stamp

Washington AP reports the U S Postal Service asks the Postal Rate Commission to approve a one cent increase to 33 cents for first class stamps after three years of profits totaling 1.8 billion, 1.6 billion, and 1.3 billion. Officials cite rising costs, labor talks, and capital needs to justify future prices.

Washington Post Office Postal Rate Commission Independent Commission U.S. Postal Service Postal Service

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