Townsend leads Frederick crime summit with two hour public hearing
Lieutenant Governor Kathleen Kennedy Townsend chaired a lengthy Frederick meeting with law enforcement officials and judges to hear concerns about juvenile and general crime. She extended time to let speakers finish, observed bomb squad and K nine demos, visited Heartly House, and planned to funnel local input to state task forces in a three pronged anti crime approach emphasizing prevention, policing, and stiffer sentencing.
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Work and family benefits foster community support
Michael J. Shank of NationsBank argues for proactive employer family programs in Frederick County. He cites 80 percent of firms seeing dependent care programs boost productivity and morale, and urges local business leaders to join a Chamber of Commerce work and family committee to expand a support network for workers balancing job and family needs.
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U S Peace Mission in Bosnia Sparks Debate Over Purpose
The Clinton administration plans a limited 25 000 troop peacekeeping deployment to Bosnia costing around 1 billion with expectations of a long, costly operation. Critics warn the mission could become peace enforcement as peacekeepers rely on belligerents cooperation, while questioning NATO’s role and the rationale behind the commitment.
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Hillen critiques Clinton Bosnia peacekeeping plan
John Hillen of The Heritage Foundation argues the Bosnia mission risks disaster if aims are unclear and troops are committed without a decisive strategy. He urges NATO leadership, warns against mission creep, and advocates limited involvement unless objectives are well defined. Scripps Howard News Service
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Frederick County notices show veterans service push and fire risk
Frederick County Veterans Service Committee sped up the return of discharged personnel with ads and a large billboard at Winchester Hall. Fire Supervisor Herman Toms warned of high fire danger from 13 days of dry weather and urged obeying the brush burning law. Two five year olds admitted setting a garage fire at 428 W. South St. damage was limited. United Way received a $500 donation from Hechinger and earned a Masonry award for its local efforts. Local teachers launched arts field trips for elementary students. BPW clubs named two women to compete in state level awards.
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Howard B. Thomas
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Judy Bacorn
Sharon Hooper
Support for Sheppard Pratt Health System School in Jefferson
Terri Gary and Andrew Shelton of Point of Rocks urge continued support for the Sheppard Pratt Health System School in Jefferson to aid children with emotional disorders and assist families. They call the hospital tragedy a reminder of the need for treatment and community care for youths and households.
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Downed goalie spurs ire as fans cheer injury
A high school soccer match prompts outrage as spectators celebrate a rival goalkeeper's injury. The author notes repeated insensitivity from the crowd, including a mother’s cheer for injury time, and stresses that victory celebrations must respect danger or harm to opponents.
Letters to the Editor on violence in sports and parental hypocrisy
Ellen Anthony from Monrovia argues that entertainment industry indifference to violence is ignored by cheering parents who celebrate a child's bloodshed based on team rivalry. She condemns what she calls a harmful lesson in "friendly" competition and the values promoted for children.
Truck safety concerns raised by Sharon Hawker in Frederick
Sharon Hawker of Frederick argues that truck safety hinges on accountability and enforcement at weigh stations. She notes many trucks evade checks via back roads and cites Maryland 26 as a representative example, insisting a systemic fix is needed to prevent repeated incidents.
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Ed budget cuts threaten future field trips and enrichment
A seventh grader from Windsor Knolls Middle School in Frederick County laments that funding cuts will alter his and his younger brother's schooling. He recalls Gettysburg field trips and elementary enrichment programs that kept him engaged, fearing removal for the next generation.
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Band Offer Sparks Debate Over School Funding
Jenny Harris argues for preserving music programs as band opportunities shaped her education. She asks whether cutting learning programs to balance the budget hurts students and the country’s future.
Wolfsville Students Recalled as Well Loved by Parents
A von with Vera Morgan of Smithsburg complains about Judith Hoagland Middletown High School vice principal and her remark linking Wolfsville Elementary students to playground animosities. The author urges accountability and a public apology for the branded names.
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The Frederick News invites letters with name address and phone for verification. Since volumes are high not all letters are published. some are edited for space or taste and poetry or letters to others are not printed.
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