Frederick County Bond Rating Upgraded Aids Taxpayers
The improved bond rating signals stronger county finances and prudent governance under Commissioners President Ron Sundergill. The upgrade means substantial interest savings for decades, as future generations share in the cost of long term projects and taxpayers benefit from reduced borrowing costs.
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New Boondoggle Looms Over Frederick Stadium Deal
Roy Meachum warns that a city hall meeting could push a long term contract benefiting baseball magnate Peter Kirk while shifting costs to taxpayers. He notes aldermen balk at legal pitfalls and alleges weak oversight by City Attorney N Lynn Tillery as the probe into skybox financing and bond figures intensifies amid political pressure and Schaefer administration ties.
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Frances Baker
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Paul Gordon
Harry Grove
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Anita Stup
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Election Day ruminations on democracy and campaigns
A Monday before Election Day reflects on the enduring Republic and flaws in the voting process. It notes Sen. Al D Amato and Robert Abrams waged costly, harsh campaigns in New York, with Abrams challenging Ferraro in a fierce Democratic primary.
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Robert Abrams
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Campaign musings on long races and possible reforms
Andy Rooney criticizes campaign length and asks whether laws should limit spend. He notes Bill Clinton ran while Arkansas governor and questions how much governing occurred during campaigns. Rooney suggests polls on campaign duration and voter mindset, and critiques candidate rhetoric.
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D'Amato
George Bush
Bill Clinton
Arkansas
Clinton
Bush
Oval Office
Political shifts in Maryland as McKeldin narrow win and judges elected
In a low turnout election Governor O Conor held a slim lead over McKeldin as Democrats rode county margins to victory. Chief Judge Edward Delaplaine was reelected and Patrick Schnauffer won as Associate Judge for the Sixth Judicial Circuit. The Democratic House gained a bloc but not full control while the Senate remained challenging for Roosevelt’s party. The Frederick Fall Festival drew many units, led by parade marshals Dr. David Denton and Doris Remsberg with Lori Rodgers riding as New Market fire queen. The MSC denied Carroll Manor Civic Association claims about closed meetings and developer influence in sewer policy.
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Edward 8. Delaplaine
Patrick M. Schnauffer
Sixth Judicial Circuit
Frederick
Montgomery
Herbert R. O’conor
Theodore R. McKeldin
Baltimore City
McKeldin
Frederick County
Bowie's Education vs Baseball Spending Debate Stirs Readers
Readers criticize Governor for considering 2 million for a minor league ballpark in Bowie instead of funding schools amid budget crunch. They urge deferring stadium plans until better times, arguing education should take priority. The letter praises the newspaper for informed civic discussion and calls for future coverage.
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Bowie
Maryland
Walkersville Activity Guide Shows Local Options
A Walkersville article lists engaging options for students including reading programs, public and school diaries, and a newly built theater. It highlights how reading fosters imagination and grades, while school clubs and teams offer involvement and personal growth opportunities.
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Walkersville
Letters on leadership and community activities in high school
In a reflective reminiscence, PEG THOMAS, RN, urges engagement through leadership, conversation, volunteering, and group involvement. She recalls school days at Frederick High School, praises teachers, and critiques MTV influenced youth while stressing personal dedication to education and public service.
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Frederick High School
Ada Beall Poole
Zelma Smith
Audrey Pressler Bauman
Louise Weagly
MTV
Nurses and teachers clash over public service role letters
In a reply to Beth Stitely in October a writer defends hospital nurses against public complaints about pay and recognition. He argues many public servants including nurses quietly perform their duties without complaint and contends Stitely missed his original point about responsibilities and value.
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Beth Stitely
Ms. Sutely
No Redskins in Frederick and Harry Grove Stadium
A Frederick reader agrees with a letter by Marcia Fisher opposing a football stadium in Frederick. The writer cites traffic congestion at Harry Grove Stadium during baseball season and argues against a skating rink or major sports facility, urging Frederick to remain as is.
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Frederick
Harry Grove Stadium
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News Post
Readers are invited to submit letters to the editor with name and address for verification. Include a telephone number. addresses and phone numbers will not be published. Letters may be edited for length and clarity and could appear in print or online.
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Frederick Neyis
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