Fort Ritchie closes amid ghost town farewell ceremony
Fort Ritchie ends its base era with a final retreat at 3 p.m. as the 1108th Signal Brigade relocates to Fort Detrick. Officials note housing delays for married soldiers and a long waiting list for on post housing. PenMar seeks redevelopment with potential partners like Morgan Stanley Dean Witter to convert the 638 acre site into offices, training centers, and corporate retreats.
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CSR approval brings some positive results for plant plan
The Frederick planning commission unanimously approved CSR Hydro Conduit’s site plan for a concrete plant with 19 conditions after a six hour meeting attended by over 100 residents. Conditions include a Monocacy River bridge, a monitored air and water system, a $20,000 five year noise and pollution bond, a neighbor advisory group, limited Saturday work before 8 a.m., and potential zoning adjustments if weather delays construction.
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Search for Replacement Judge Rollins Given Turner Interviews Begin Friday
Frederick County eyes a successor as Judge Herbert L. Rollins plans to retire by November 15 at age 70. Ten lawyers apply for the $107,775 post and will be interviewed by a 13 member panel before the governor selects a candidate for the next general election. The judge notes his career drew on diverse life experiences from military service in Korea to work as a pin boy, grocer, heavy equipment operator, and taxi driver.
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Julie R. Stevenson
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Retiring judge praised for honor and compassion
Frederick County Circuit Judge Herbert L. Rollins faces retirement as colleagues recall his high honor, compassion, and dedication to Frederick County. Judges Dwyer Stepler Tisdale Wenner and State's Attorney Rolle laud his integrity, fairness, patience, and leadership, noting the loss to the bench and public service.
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No charges in accident that killed local teen
Maryland authorities say no charges will be filed in the Aug 3 traffic crash that killed 17 year old Walkersville High School student Daniel Roberts days later. State police said horseplay led to the death when his head struck a utility pole as he hung from a friend’s 1981 Mustang window.
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Maryland
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Scott Rolle
Unclear recycled paper story on page A-9
Fragmentary item from the Fitanck News Post notes 100 percent recyclability and a feature on recyclable paper. Readable parts mention humans and a continuation on page A-9.
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Fitanck News Post
Local branded stations push back against Sheetz pressure
Frederick County branded service stations warn they face plant closures as Sheetz expands. Owners argue cheaper Pennsylvanian gas draws customers away, reducing local tax revenue and dollars kept in the county. The ad, run in The Frederick News-Post, rallied support for independent outlets and cited tax advantages of local stations.
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