Mistrial in Baroan murder trial after hung jury
Frederick County Circuit Court declared a mistrial in the murder case of William Robert Fagan Sr after jurors could not reach a verdict. Ten of twelve favored conviction. next trial planned in four to five months. Defense calls doubt about evidence credibility and notes possible juror abuse during deliberations.
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William Robert Fagan
Frederick County
Mary Ann Stepler
Deborah Patricia Fagan
Fagan
Phillip Armstrong
Mr. Armstrong
County to seek federal grant for six new deputies
Frederick County Sheriff Carl Harbaugh told the county commissioners the office will apply for a three year federal grant to hire six deputies. The grant would cover 75 percent of salary and benefits, with the county covering 25 percent and local gear costs. The money aims to boost police protection across communities of varying sizes.
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Frederick County
Carl Harbaugh
Harbaugh
U.S
Cynthia Slaughter
Frederick City
Slaughter
Six county 4Hers head for national event in Chicago
Six county 4H members travel to Chicago for a national event, highlighted by plans and preparations. The item notes participation by local youth and an upcoming showcase on a national stage.
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Chicago
Brady bill completes seven year trek to president's desk
Washington AP report details the Brady handgun control bill advancing to President Clinton for signature after seven years of legislative effort. It imposes a five day waiting period and background check with effect 90 days after signing. Brady, wife and supporters praised the accord amid Senate negotiations and a NRA opposition.
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Brady Bill
Washington
Clinton
Jim Brady
White House
Senate
Congress
Brady
Reagan
National Rifle Association
NRA
NBC
Don Trimmer to retire as chief dispatcher at Central Alarm
Don Trimmer will retire in January after 26 years as Central Alarm chief dispatcher since 1969. He plans to serve as burgess of Woodsboro and remain active with the Woodsboro Fire Co, reflecting on early dispatching gains and today’s busier shift operations.
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Don Trimmer
Central Alarm
Trimmer
Burgess
Woodsboro
Woodsboro Fire Co
Montague Lane
Roads reopen after Frederick County floodwaters recede
After weekend heavy rain, more than seven inches fell, closing many roads. Potomac River crested at 18.45 feet at Point of Rocks, about two feet above flood stage. Resident Lettie Shores, along the river for 80 years, prepared to move as waters rose intensively before subsiding Monday afternoon. Water receded by Monday night, with campers displaced and portable toilets secured to trees. Repairs followed in Frederick city including a damaged retaining wall at Rocky Springs Reid and several street lights restored. Carroll Creek area also drained after flooding.
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Frederick County
Potomac
Lettie Shores
Shores
Frederick
Rocky Springs Reid
Frederick City
Pond
Holiday charity scams warned by Maryland official
Maryland Secretary of State Tyrus Athey toured Frederick warning residents to beware bogus charitable solicitations during the holiday season. He noted 12 000 to 15 000 inquiries yearly about 1 900 registered Maryland charities and urged careful giving as 40 percent of national charity income comes in the holidays.
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Maryland
Tyrus Athey
Frederick
Virginia Hodgkinson
Ms. Hodgkinson
Fr. Athey
Org
Indus Nown
Mr. Athey
Two County Men Named to EMSs Council
Two county men named to the EMS council will represent the state group. The message mentions December 15 and a Schaefer, with names like Spring, Sumner, MenlEDen Gy pian, and Teron. The text is garbled but indicates regional EMS council representation.
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Emss Council
EMS
Aegis
EMS Counci
Ata Schaefer
Sumner
Menleden
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