Maryland official calls for public records reform in state government
Editorial notes the Maryland audit finding public agencies slow and inconsistent in releasing records. Speaker Casper Taylor backs a statewide summit to align gatekeepers on disclosure, improve training, and consider amendments to the Public Information Law. praise for some MVA staff contrasts with broader inefficiency.
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Trash Toll of County Landfill Shift Sparks Debate
Local column questions Frederick County landfill shifts to export trash to Pennsylvania and Virginia. It notes Waste Management contracts at 41.90 per ton, municipal haulers paying 40 per ton, and a bid struggle with neighbors while criticizing county leaders for environmental and fiscal choices.
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James Grimes
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Government privacy fight over Carnivore FBI wiretap system
Sonia Arrison notes the FBI used Carnivore to intercept electronic mail via ISP gateways while promising warrants. She highlights encryption as a battleground, cites rising wiretap authorizations, and warns against back doors or key escrow that would erode privacy.
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Frederick area events highlight community pageant and water alert
In Frederick County area news, an Air Force outreach at Kester Hall drew attendees curious about joining Flight B of Unit 95110. The Garden Club of Frederick sponsored a patient book wagon at Frederck Memorial Hospital. Kathy Kahler and Becky Long were named 1980 81 Future Farmers of America chapter Sweethearts. Middletown residents face a strict water ban as officials urge conservation amid a depleted reservoir. Discovery near Walkersville edges toward completion with 19 units left in a 655 unit subdivision. The New Emergency Management Institute opens on the former St Joseph College campus in Emmitsburg with Dr Ralph C Bledsoe named director and classes starting Jan 12 1981.
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Dudrow 75th Wedding Anniversary Article Praise
Patricia Dudrow praises Nancy Luse for Sept 5 Dudrow 75th wedding anniversary article. She credits Luse with warmth and truthful life描ption of the couple and day. Patricia, daughter-in-law since 1949, also thanks Liz Siwinski for help and calls the Dudrows remarkable.
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Dudrow
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Deny the dream for Frederick County homebuyers
A reader describes growing up and working in Frederick County but being priced out of homeownership after decades in the area. She notes rising costs and impact fees, calling for fairer school-cost assessments for nonmarried individuals and those without children. Cynthia J. Shank, Hagerstown.
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Frederick
Readers defend editor over column despite criticism
Indiana reader supports editor Roy Meachum amid ongoing letters about his column. The letter-writer argues readers should tolerate opinions and avoid calling for firing, urging civility and respect for diverse viewpoints in news commentary.
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Letters defend Mr Meachum and criticise critics
A reader from Winona Lake Indiana, Madeline Smith, writes letters praising Mr Meachum as a gentleman and urging others to stop downgrading him. She argues his boss will judge him and asks others to lay off.
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Not so accessible Your editorial on gun violence
A reader questions the framing of easy access to handguns and cites state police checks, asks where criminals obtain firearms, and critiques broad solutions. The letter references Human Rights Watch findings on incarceration, race, and policing, urging detailed analysis and accountability.
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Frederick
Frederick County Grand Jury Finds No Major Justice Flaws
The Frederick County Grand Jury reports nothing wrong with county justice and praises State's Attorney Scott Rolle and his office for professionalism. They note only minor complaints about courtroom air conditioning. Detention Center issues are not confirmed in the readable text.
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Nandy Gran Ning
Time to Reevaluate Elderly Driving in Town
A reader from Middletown urged relinquishing licenses for elderly drivers after recent accidents. Martha Flook argues aging drivers may lose attention and safety lapses rise with age, calling for policy change.
Letters to the Editor guidelines at The Frederck News-Post
The Frederck News-Post invites signed letters from readers and provides contact methods including mail at 280 E. Pawick St Freder y MO 21705 and fax number 201 062 6299. It notes requirements such as inclusion of name, hometown, and phone for verification and mentions types of content welcomed and disallowed.
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