Expanding I 270 to add lanes sparks growth concerns
The editorial notes 37 million dollars to widen 5.6 miles of I 270 between Clarksburg and Germantown. It projects traffic doubling by 2012 and foresees Frederick County’s growth driven by the interstate’s expansion. The writer urges planning and questions future lane additions while endorsing federal funding for the project.
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Hidden History in a Torn Page of Our Times
A reader reflects on grim 1930s laws in Nazi Germany found among old documents. The piece contrasts wartime horrors with American values, noting that despite bad news, equal treatment under the law remains a positive constant.Tribune Media
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Winston Churchill
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Religious Education Awards at Walkersville School
Jacob R. Ramsburg presented certificates to fourth to sixth graders for completing a year of religious education held Monday evenings in the Walkersville School auditorium. Prizes for best notebooks went to Doris Roderick Earl Brengle and Shirley Cramer. Classes taught by Mrs. Francis E. Reinberger.
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Buckle Up for Everyone's Sake in Tragic 4 Year Old Case
A reader reflects on a fatal crash involving 4 year old Steven Joseph Davis and a grandfather in a pickup. The writer condemns seat belt nonuse, urging responsible driving to protect children and others on the road.
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More shelters needed in Frederick County urged by reader
Jennifer Roderick of Tamsville argues there are not enough shelters and soup kitchens for the homeless. She cautions that many homeless families, including children, lack safe places to sleep and food, urging action and awareness beyond Washington, D.C. toward Frederick County.
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Bartlett Letter Sparks Debate on Crime Stance
A May 2 letter from Neil Dhillon criticizing Roscoe Bartlett as weak on crime prompts sharp back-and-forth. The exchange highlights perceived inexperience and the high political stakes in the Sixth District race.
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Neil Dhilion
Sauerbrey supporters urge tougher crime stance in Maryland letters
A letter writer argues that Maryland’s high crime rate stems from revolving jail sentences and Democratic judges. The writer endorses Ellen Sauerbrey for governor, accuses Democrats of long political dominance, and calls for tougher sentences and enforcement.
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Criticism of Frederick County schools and calls for action
Rich Monroe of New Market laments the lack of educator accountability and editorial response on math needs, urges hiring the most qualified teachers, fair affirmative action in hiring, and stronger funding for schools to improve the community.
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Insensitive Front Page Photos Draw Reader Ire
Letter to the editor protests The Frederick News Post for publishing grieving families and photographs from wartime funerals. Betty J Wise of Middletown argues that flag draped caskets and televised grief invade private sorrow and demand more sensitive news coverage.
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No year round school keeps us from family time
A young speaker, Crystal Sexton of Rocky Ridge, argues against year round classes. She cites helping her dad build homes and doing math, plus missing summer time with her mom, mall trips, and potential separation from friends if classmates are grouped differently.
FCC Critics Claim Frederick County Schools Mimic Senior Year
A writer vents frustration with Frederick County Public Schools and Frederick Community College expressing that non-credit senior year courses feel like a costly repeat. The piece argues the system delays degree completion, turning a two-year goal into three years.
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Frederick News-Post Commentary on Remedial Education
The Frederick News-Post argues that many Frederick Community College entrants from county schools require remedial math reading and writing courses. The piece rebuts claims of a statewide national problem as excuses and urges local responsibility to address the issue.
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Reader letter defends Midwest disaster aid and Mount Airy relief
Suzanne M Mead of Mount Airy disputes Jack Aellen on federal flood relief. She details the Mount Airy Flood Relief Committee actions in Alexandria Missouri, noting FEMA trailers, low interest loans inaccessible to Social Security recipients, and buyout limits. She argues federal aid supports basic recovery and questions the “bails out” view.
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Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News-Post invites readers to submit letters with name address and phone number for verification. Provide contact details to verify authorship. letters should be sent to the newspaper at 200 East Patrick Street Frederick MD 21765 or faxed to 4628299.
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