County approves push for elected school board amid budget concerns
The board voted 4-1 to pursue an elected school board with taxing power, opposed by Bruce Reeder who would back such a move only if tax authority were allowed. Officials warned changing the state law would be needed. They kept the tentative wish list largely intact, voting against lowering the mandatory budget set-aside from 5 to 3 percent as a risk to bond rating. Ann Silverman of the county accounting office testified during public comment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce Reeder
Ann Silverman
County Accounting Office
Bail Fight Over Dwyer Ruling in Turley Case
Judge Dwyer rejected a $250,000 bail reduction for Turley, describing excessive bail while noting the defendant's wheelchair. Prosecutors cited prior DWI and DUI convictions and repeated court absences. Turley remains jailed as the injured 18 month old, Austin Comfort, fights for care at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington DC.
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Dwyer
Morrissette
Turley
Daggett
Ms. Comfort
Austin Comfort
Children’s National Medical Center
Washington
Funeral notices for local residents in Frederick area
Funeral services were held or announced for several residents including Earl Albert Summers of Frederick, Anna Roberson Wiseman of Gaithersburg, Emma E. Fitze Paul of Frederick, Hazel Marie Taylor of Frederick, Jacob shrig of Clarksburg, and Virginia Belle Jones Smith. Services took place October 18–19 at various local chapels and churches with interments in Mount Olivet, Monocacy, Mount Hope, and Resthaven cemeteries. Bearers included family members and local names. multiple pastors officiated.
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Earl Albert Summers
Catoctin Ave
Frederick
Keeney and Basford
Summers
Norman Kemmerer
Mount Zion United Methodist Church
Myersville
My God and I
John Hipkins
Alison Shafer
Harold E. Ambrose
Anna Roberson Wiseman
Frederick Ave
Gaithersburg
Hilton Funeral Home
Barnesville
Richard Hogne
Hughes United Methodist Church
Wheaton
Alan Roberson
Milton Roberson
Steve Roberson
Michael Roberson
David Roberson
Robert Roberson
Monocacy
Bealisville
Wiseman
Martin A. Wiseman
Emma E. Fitze Paul
Stauffer Funeral Home
Duane L. Beck
Michael Horst
Joseph V. Paul Jr
Robert Bell
Hazel Marie Taylor
W. Patrick St
Mount Olivet
Mr. Jacobshrig
Clarksburg
Olin L. Molesworth
Damascus
Julian Tavenner
Asbury Methodist Village
Debra Olson
Clarksburg Methodist Cemetery
George Marshall
Elvin Marshall
Jim Marshall
David Marshall
Dwayne Federline
Mark Federline
Virginia Belle Jones Smith
Robert E. Dailey and Son
John F. Hamm
Robert E. Dailey
Douglas A. Dailey
Terry Frushour
Donald Spalding
Resthaven Memorial Gardens
County Tackles Family Leave Act Compliance and Time Policy Reforms
Officials moved to bring the county into compliance with the federal Family Leave Act and to revise compensatory time policies. No public speakers addressed either issue during the session.
Clinton Faces Senate Clash Over Presidential Authority
The debate centers on curbing presidential power and its impact on U N operations. Critics accuse the administration of creating a volatile climate prompting amendments, while Sen. Arlen Specter defends a strong executive and warns against weakening the presidency amid partisan passions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.N
White House
Senate
Congress
Arlen Specter
Rpa
Mr. Specter
Grenade hits helicopter near Aidid stronghold in Mogadishu
An overnight helicopter over a former pasta factory near Mogadishu, a suspected Somali National Alliance base, was struck by a grenade at 2:30 a.m. Airburst seen by UN spokesman Captain Tim McDavitt. Earlier, another Blackhawk saw a rocket propelled grenade pass within 20 to 40 feet. The Bakara market area, also an Aidid stronghold, has long faced sniper and anti United States sentiment.
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Aidid
Somali National Alliance
U.N
Tim McDavitt
Blackhawk
Bakara Market
Jogger sightings tied to Fagan case described by jurors
Eyewitness accounts placed a jogger near Silver Maple Estates and Gladhill Brothers Road around 6:40 to 7:00 a.m. Reports compare the jogger’s build and clothing to defendant Fagan. Debates over statements and clothing colors mark testimony as trial resumes at 9:36 a.m. Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashcroft Terrace
Bryner
Silver Maple Estates
Gary Dewitt
Kathryn Wright
Mr. Fagan
Mayoral Debate Set At Hood College Rosenstock Hall
Grimes says city residents should not hide in their homes amid concerns from a government agency. A second mayoral debate is scheduled for Tuesday Oct 26 from 7 to 8 pm at Hood College Rosenstock Hall, sponsored by WFMD radio and to be broadcast live.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grimes
Hood College
Rosenstock Hall
Wfmd Radio
Cullen youths discharged after Cullen program hearing
The committee reported that three Cullen youths completed the program and were discharged. Officials said 33 students have been discharged with four rearrested and one returned for a second term. Debate noted the school’s positive peer culture and custody decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Juvenile Services
Cullen
Barbara Hoffman
Baltimore
J. Anita Stup
Frederick Washington
Frederick County
Stup
Lawmakers press for juvenile crime disclosure bill in schools
Lawmakers and Montgomery County officials push a bill to inform principals about students charged with violent crimes, arguing it would improve school safety. Critics warn confidentiality could stigmatize youth while protecting privacy and preventing punishment without due process.
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Earl Summers
Mrs
Anna Wiseman
Emma Paul
James Marks
Raymond Paterson
Paul MacKay
Mount Hope Cemetery
Woodsboro
Hazel Taylor
Virginia Smith
Frederick Toastmasters
Holiday Inn
Rte
Shor
Michael Matchette
Vasco, Inc
Matton la Eenatee
Anny
Clinton
Capt. McDavitt
Fagan
Mayoral
CIA
Hamas R. L. Delphey
Thurmont
Grove Road
Day's Inn
Your Republican Central Committee
Republican
Middletown
Men's Republican Club
Republian
NPA
Priead
Jack Pussel
Enor Stray
Humane Society
Googie
Orige Nylon coFar Stray Wakersvile
Bk & Tan
Ktemer
H.C. Summers, Inc
Jefferson Pike
Jefferson, MD
Erni
Rick’s Fish & Pet Supply
W. Patrick St. Frederick
Frederick Rd
Rosemont Ave
Lawmakers
Counihan
van Hollen
Montgomery County Board of Education
Montgomery County
Gaithersburg and
Wheaton High Schools
School System Security
Joe Dalton
Mary Ann Saar
Department
Diane Hutchins
Ms. Hutchins
Saralyn Dyer
Sylvan
Hagerstown, MD
Carol J. Dyer
Saralyn
Sylvan Learning Center
Hagerstown
eReeke
Frederick Surgical Center
Donald W. Kress
Dr. Kress
Elan Plastic Surgery Center
7Th Street
Toll House Avenue
Frederick, MD
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