Nursing home costs rise amid regulations and wage pressures
A Maryland study shows Frederick County private pay residents pay about 99 dollars daily, with Medicaid at 70 dollars. Since Homewood Center opened, costs climbed from 50 to 99 dollars daily. Regulators argue some rules add costs, while officials warn of looming rises to 150 dollars. Medicaid cuts could strain budgets, possibly forcing discharges despite grandfather clause debates.
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Students discuss Clinton education plan at Brunswick High
Seniors and sophomores at Brunswick High weigh in on the election with Kelly Warfield backing Clinton for women’s issues while Julie Boyer votes Clinton. Matthew Peterson defends Bush blaming people not the president as Mr Cutterer notes students reflect national trends.
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Politicians clash on environment and campaign tactics
Bush Clinton Gore and Perot debate the environment and leadership as Bush defends being in touch while Gore calls him out on environmental insincerity. Clinton counters with claims of connection and a pledge to stay in touch, Perot maintains campaign momentum amid media focus on a two way race.
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Bartlett Hattery water dispute deepens with safety claims
The campaign battle over water safety rages as Bartlett and Hattery exchange accusations. An independent Fredericktowne Labs test found well water safe, while state health officials took seven months to confirm the finding. Bartlett digs a new well. tenants reported no water-related illness. Campaigns clash over a staged photo linked to the graft claim.
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High-speed rail plan mirrors interstate scale
Write-in candidate advocates a national high-speed light rail system with job creation akin to 1950s road building. Opponents push to reduce government involvement, while both Dr. Condon and Mr. Doughtery call for lower taxes and a more laissez-faire economy.
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Seven charged in two Frederick drug incidents at parks and apartments
Frederick City Police arrested seven people including four at Monocacy Village Park after hours. The group faced possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia charges. Other arrests at John Hanson Apartments included Allen Parrish Keith Williams and Christopher Gleason on cocaine related counts. A 14 year old boy was later charged after witnessing drug transactions.
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Matthew W. Dorsey
Edgemont Road
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Keith A. Williams
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