Education options fuel support for private schools
Editorial argues tuition costs pressure families as public to private school transfers rise. Banner School enrollments grow to 272, St Johns Regional to 518, and Mother Seton in Emmitsburg adds 43 to reach 518. Parents cite environment, smaller classes, discipline, and religious instruction as motives. The piece discusses vouchers, market competition, and the need to serve all students while noting obstacles for advanced, special needs, and non college bound students.
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Banner School
St. John's
Mother Seton
Emmitsburg
Whittier
Mother Seton School
Abe
Frederick County
Two High Tech Disasters Shake Confidence In Space And Power
From Dateline Japan a nuclear fission chain reaction exposed thousands to radioactive contamination after a worker dumped 35 pounds of uranium into a vat, far above the safe amount. Dateline Mars reports NASA’s $125 million spacecraft lost after a mission failed to convert measurements, a preventable failure traced to a missed unit check.
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Japan
Mars
NASA
Journalists urge new wave of investigative reporting on nuclear waste transport
Martin Schram warns that high tech safeguards cannot prevent human error in nuclear waste shipments by truck and train. He urges journalists to question expert assurances and expose everyday dangers ignored by standard assurances. The piece calls for deeper scrutiny of safety claims and failure to foresee limits.
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Rocky Mountains
Tokyo
Mars
Serips
Howard
Frederick Fair accident mars first heat of Free For All Trot
Governor Lane witnessed an accident at the Frederick Fair where veteran driver Buddy Thomas pulled up Dispatch and toppled, injuring his leg while five starters began the heat. Only three finished. Also noted: a 250000 grant to Frederick Memorial Hospital per telegram from Congressman Beall. Local notices recap shoppers, Jousting entrants, and a church anniversary event at Saint Ignatius Cathedal.
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William Preston Lane Jr
Frederick Fair
Buddy Thomas
Baltimore
Dispatch
Frederick Memorial Hospital
Frederick
School board debates safety program tied to NRA backing
Local school officials weigh whether a Frederick County Sheriff Office safety program for elementary students should be shown. Critics question NRA involvement and potential political bias, while proponents say it promotes safe handling of unfamiliar weapons.
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Frederick County
Short-sighted safety plea prompts political clash over gun rights
A fragmented clipping argues for child safety through clear messages on gun danger, blaming political figures for weak youth protection. It cites Eddie and Mike Young, mentions AT T and Allegheny Power, and laments wasted taxpayer money amid debate on safety education and gun policy.
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At&t
Allegheny Power
Burkittsville Resident Protests Rural Legacy Plan
Letter from Deborah Burgoyne of Burkittsville questions fast track approval of Maryland Rural Legacy funded plans and local notification gaps. She cites AT&T app notices, county check sheets, and fears industrial upgrade harming rural/historic areas, urging protection of the town and its farms. The writer also defends military service integrity amid broader concerns.
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Maryland
Burkattsville
William Donald Schaefer
South Mountain Battlefield
Burkinsville
At&t
Frederick County
Burkittsville
Citizen Proposal to Sell Bricks From Frederick Memo rial Hospital
Juanita A. Fisher urges Frederick County residents to buy bricks from the original Frederck Memo ral Hospital buildings before demolition. She notes strong local attachment and argues preserving a tangible piece offers a link to history while acknowledging progress.
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Frederck Memoral Hospital
Frederick
Frederick County
Dangerous Md 7 and Stottlemyer intersection urged four way stop
Statement urges the Maryland lane junction Md 7 and Stottlemyer Road be converted to a four way stop with blinking red signals after repeated warnings. James Frunkle voices concern about safety and criticizes neighbors over beliefs. Raymond Baker and other locals offer yard care remarks.
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MD. 7
Stottlemyer Road
State Highway Administration
Positive Experience at Waverles and TJMS Near Summers Tour
Diane Dwyer shares a family perspective on the positive start for Zach at TJMS compared with prior district options. She notes helpful guidance from Kam Long in the guidance department, a July school tour, responsive communications from the sixth grade team and PTSA, and strong academics. She looks forward to parent conferences to discuss plans, hoping other Frederick County families have similar experiences.
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Zach
TMS
PTSA
TJMS
Frederick County
AT&T station plan sparks Burkittsville outrage
Burkittsville residents and the Planning and Zoning Commission condemn AT&T for disguised station plans. They accuse the company of hiding the need for more power lines through protected farmland and ignoring community impact despite earlier assurances. The dispute centers on limiting disruption to the historic farming town as AT&T expands service for Marriott.
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Burkittsville
At&t
Marriott
Posada
Better undersized than recruiting reluctant warriors
A reader in Maine, serving 19 years in the United States Marine Corps, supports David Kaye's letter on recruiting. He recalls recruits facing jail or service in 1980, cites wasted government time from undisciplined personnel, notes reform successes were rare, and argues reluctant individuals stain the image of service.
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Jul
David Kaye
United States Maine Corps
Frederick News Post
Marine
Exercising Rights Over Cocks Sparks Yard Debate
A Lake Linganore resident Joanne Caldwell faces discussion over her lawful display of roosters in her yard, invoking religious freedom and free speech. Neighbors question the display while authorities note no violation of racial or ethnic policy. The case highlights tension between personal expression and community standards.
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Joanne Caldwell
Lake Linganore
Mrs Caldwell
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