Spectacular results of the 16th annual Scouting for Food
Editorial notes the impact of recent events on charitable giving. In Frederik County area Boy Scouts collected about 70,000 pounds of groceries, compared with 54,000 pounds last year, highlighting community spirit amid economic downturn and national hardship after September 11.
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Sear
Frederick County
Scouting For Food
Mooney Hecht Ferguson loom in Maryland politics
The piece surveys Maryland political maneuvering around Alex Mooney and Sue Hecht with focus on Del. James E. McClellan and GOP power plays. It notes Mooney's ascent to Annapolis, Hecht's county establishment ties, and Democratic hopes to regain influence, while detailing potential candidates like Tim Ferguson and Del. David Brinkley and the implications of Grimes' defeat.
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Alex Mooney
Sue Hecht
Tack
Derry
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Del
James E. McClellan
McCellan
Derr
Annapolis
Mooney
Hecht
Frederick
Tith Ferguson
Annapoli
Mr. Mooney
Mrederick
Lot
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Pengusan
Tim Ferguson
David Brinkley
Brinkley
Ferguson
Faul Stull
Anyon
Winchester Hall
Rascac Bartlett
Joe Bartlett
Mr. Bartlett
Congress
Demacrats
Tulse Snodgrass
Washington County
Charles Smith
House of Delegates
GOM
Sacrifices and patient resolve in US Afghanistan policy
A fragmented, accusatory monologue claims US policy aims to aid civilians while bombing Afghanistan. It cites past US actions, international leaders, and threats to justify sacrifice, while portraying America as morally superior. The text references Truman, Albright, and the threat of starvation as a price for pursuing bin Laden.
Hunters, land limits mark opening of upland season
Openers flocked to the county’s upland game season as thousands hunted rabbits reported abundant while owners limited access by posting vast tracts. Separately two young raccoons escaped Delphey’s West Patrick Street cage, later sleeping in a tree and returning to their box home. Records show Frederick parking meter receipts topped 525,954.89 through early November, nearing annual highs. Nov 14 and 15 bring Frederick High School homecoming festivities and dedication events. Gov Johnson High students in the American Field Service program will staff the Snow Ball coatroom with named participants listed.
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J. Paul Delphey
West Patrick Street
Carroll Creek
John Stewart
Frederick
Julien B Dalphey
Randy Shellhorse
Mr. Delphey
Playboys
Frederick High School
FHS
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School
American Field Service
Robert Neisser
Linda Greene
Scott Bradley
Michelle Wright
Tom Green
Jerry Bimbra
Ed Zebovis
Emmitsburg ambulance fees spark debate on billing
James W Woodby of Emmitsburg argues over charging residents for emergency services amid rising calls from interstate routes. He questions funding via county or volunteer fire companies, cites $300 ambulance costs, and suggests public donations as a stopgap while urging fair, affordable care.
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Emmitsburg
Myersville
Grimes mocked by critics over World Trade Center comparison
Readers attack Jim Grimes after he likened his woes to the Sept 11 attacks, calling the remark appalling and dangerous. The Frederick News-Post is criticized for sensational coverage while voters then opted for change, with accusations of poor judgment and personal ambivalence toward the media.
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Frederick
Mr. Grimes
Lucas Buck
Lenny
Jim Grimes
Frederick News-Post
Grimes
Frederick News
Gaines
Din Grimes
Jimbe
Grimes Comparison Echoes Lucas Buck in Fiction and Politics
After an election, Grimes comments drew parallels to Lucas Buck a fictional devilish town ruler from American Gothic prompting questions about influence tactics. The Associated Press inquiry yielded a clipped response and lingering speculation about public figures.
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Buck
Lucas Buck
Ali
Jim Grimes
Associated Press
Crimes
Addressing Cold Weather Shelter Needs in Frederick
Denise Kay Jones urges city and county leaders in Frederick Maryland to unite on homelessness relief. She notes funding limits, zoning rules, and federal duties to provide shelter, while calling for volunteer training and community empathy. She warns against NIMBY attitudes and stresses safety, warmth, and inclusion.
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Religious Coalition For Emergency
Rcfehn
Department of Social Services
Kcfehn
Frederick
Dougherty
Maryland
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