Parental love and school ties key to teen outcomes
A JAMA study of 90,000 seventh to twelfth graders finds teens with loving, attentive parents and strong teacher bonds are less likely to use drugs or engage in violence. Time at home matters regardless of parental count, and peer pressure may be overrated. Taxpayers funded a $25 million national study, with plans to analyze further data.
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Help Our Farmers Not Charity But Neighborliness
A reader from Frederick urges collective neighborly action to aid drought struck farmers. She proposes neighborhood drives to raise funds for hay lifts, notes hay costs of 2 to 5 dollars per bale, and asks where to direct support or join coordinated efforts. She stresses farming is a national concern and calls for immediate community engagement.
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McCain Acknowledged As Hero Then and Now
Acknowledges John McCain as a robust public servant and wartime hero. Highlights his 1967 capture and torture as a Navy fighter pilot, his long Senate career since 1986, and his reputation as a principled, t ageless figure who earns respect across party lines.
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McCain’s reform push and presidential ambitions examined
Ron McFeatters portrays John McCain as a maverick and reformer linked to the Keating Five era. The piece notes his leadership on McCain Feingold campaign finance reform, Senate opposition from GOP leaders, and 1998 re election bid while detailing his stance on taxes regulation and foreign policy.
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Frederick Hagerstown freeway opening announced
G Bates Chaires of Cumberland district engineer for the State Roads Commission said the new Frederick Hagerstown freeway would open during the day with no formal celebration. Motorists have used the $1.4 million highway in daylight hours for some time. George William Kline age 3 of Myersville was treated for a snake bite with anti venom from the Red Cross and released after 72 hours. The Frederic k Civitan Club covered a boy’s view of the World Wide Boy Scouts Jamboree in Europe with 42 000 scouts. Sixteen 4 H contestants were named for the 1977 78 Frederick County competition at the Fairgrounds. Joanne Pool was the 1976 4 H Queen. Brunswick Mayor emphasized water conservation and possible bans. Sheriff Donald C Barnes was elected president of the Maryland State Sheriff’s Association. A search by multiple agencies located James Schottenburg 13 who wandered from an outdoor camp in the Catoctin Mountains.
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The Real Heroes of Sport and Cost
A letter praising affordable local sports in Frederick and citing Little League World Series games in Williamsport as examples. The writer argues genuine sports joy comes from players playing for fun, not pay, and encourages enjoying accessible events locally.
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Letters to the Editor Urges Voter Insight and Clearer Candidate Columns
Jill McIlvaine asks local newspapers to run targeted candidate letters and provide each candidate with a column length to share concrete insights. She argues voters need specific information rather than vague rhetoric to make informed choices.
Who Really Cares for the Children in Foster Care
Tarita Jenkins voices concern over Department of Social Services foster care in Frederick. She questions oversight and accountability for abused children, urging action against providers who exploit kids and asking who protects families when DSS or Protective Services fail.
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Voters seek fuller answers in guides for future elections
A reader praises the September voters guide in The News-Post for presenting candidate positions in their own words and urges expansion in future elections. The letter supports uniform questions and longer responses to better explain plans while cautioning against sound bite mentality.
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Caregivers of Alzheimer's patients need support
A letter reflects on the impact of Alzheimer's on Gene P. Siggins and his family. It highlights fear, memory loss, and the emotional toll on his son Gene Jr and daughter Kimberley as they participate in caregiving while hoping for research. The writer praises caregivers as angels and notes the need for ongoing support and research funding.
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Reminder of Goddess of Charity Death and Celebration
Letter from Ron Hunter of New Market noting a earthly celebration for Princess Diana and a greater heavenly tribute for Mother Teresa. The writer frames Teresa's passing as a divine reminder of what is important to God.
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Farm and Garden and 4-H Events at County Fair
A county fair schedule lists Farm and Garden entries in Bldg 14A and 12, pumpkins from Scratch at Bldg 32, plus a 5K Walk Run at 6:30 am. Shows include 4-H Horse & Pony, Open Goat, Llama, Draft Horse and Mule. Poultry and Household judging. Carnival Midway, and a Joe Diffie concert in the Grand.
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Great Frederick Fair Foods Offer Treats and Health Tips
Local nutritionists warn excess fair eats may hinder waistlines but urge mindful splurges at the Great Frederick Fair. Vendors serve crab cakes, Italian sausage, funnel cakes and fries while experts suggest lighter choices like pretzels without butter, deck-of-cards pit beef, deli sandwiches, and Greek salads.
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Great Frederick Fair ends Sept 20 with big food drive
The Great Frederick Fair No. 135 wraps September 20 as Vigilant Hose Co projects 8 000 crab cake sandwiches and about 25 000 dollars raised. Over 250 000 visitors attend 64 acres of booths with 12 000 ribbons, 1 500 Farm and Garden entries, 4 000 Household entries, and large volumes of milk and ice cream. Food stalls and rides dominate the nine day event with vendors like Trinity United Church of Christ selling pies daily and Reithoffer Shows running about 35 rides on the Midway.
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Fair Board History Highlight Maurice Gladhill Vision
Maurice Gladhill, vice president of the fair board and Gladhill Tractor Mart owner, notes the fair’s role in Frederick County agriculture. He serves on multiple committees, reports rising livestock entries, and plans a new milking parlor aimed for 1998. He stresses weather’s educational value and the fair’s enduring heritage.
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