Labor shortage hits eastern West Virginia arena of growth
Eastern Panhandle faces a tight labor market as hospitals and businesses struggle to fill skilled roles. The IRS plans 350 data software positions, Berkeley and Jefferson counties see rapid growth, Martinsburg and Charles Town hospitals offer incentives including 250 dollar nurse bonuses, while state officials seek talent-sharing and faster training to stay competitive amid influx from Baltimore Washington area.
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Berkeley-Jefferson County
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Martinsburg
City Hospital
Larry Stratmann
Jefferson Memorial Hospital
Charles Town
Suzanne
Directo
William Vieweg
Comtee
State
Bureau of Training
Sentencing date set in Koenig murder case
Koenig faces sentencing after a negotiated conviction tied to the drop of the death penalty demand. Police found the murder weapon on Koenig during arrest in Mobile Alabama and cite robbery as a motive. Court will hear a defense request to reduce the sentence. Koenig may seek appellate review.
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Cered Roger Gavin
Beack
O Koenig
Mobile
Ala
Frederick County
G. Edward
Scott Rolle
Koenig
Me Road
Maryland
Public Defender's Office
Eee Ipet
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W Vaman Jailed After Traffic Stop Near Mount Zion
Trooper First Class AW Cow Wachsmuth reports Gary Lynn Oarrear driving a 1985 Chevy on U S 340/15 east of Mount Zion with substance and mala. He was jailed in bail set at 3500 dollars, authorities said.
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Wachsmuth
Gary Lynn Orrear
Constant Acteo
U.S
Mount Zion
Woman Faces 54 Forgery Charges in Local Case
Jennifer Matie Nicklaus, 23, of Ibury, will stand trial Thursday on 54 counts of forgery. She allegedly used Ann Palmer's license and checks to purchase items including television sets and groceries between May 24 and June 3, 1998. Each count carries up to 10 years or a $1,000 fine.
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Ibury
Stars
Jennifer Matie Nicklaus
Ann Palmer
Lotteries Drawn in Baltimore Monday Night and Afternoon
Baltimore AP reports Monday night drawings: Pick 3 42 0 Pick 4 1 2 5 2 Cash In Hand 7 11 14 15 20 30 31. Monday afternoon results include 3 2 348 Pick 4 146 5.
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Lotteries
Baltimore
Maryland
Weather forecast for Frederick County and Maryland beaches
The forecast notes tonight across Frederick County and nearby areas as cloudy with possible rain, lows in the upper 30s, and mixed conditions into Wednesday. Wednesday turns sunny with highs in the 60s, then a string of partly cloudy to sunny days in the 60s to 70s followed by showers possible in the far west. Maryland beaches expect cloudy tonight with a 60 percent rain chance, breezy and cool conditions Wednesday, highs mid 60s, then clear and cool nights with highs around 70 and low 50s, continuing partly cloudy through Saturday with highs mid to upper 70s.
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Storms Bring Rain Across Southeast and Northeast
Moisture from Tropical Storm Harvey moves from the Gulf toward southern Florida while a cold front drenches the East Coast. Florida, Georgia, and parts of the Carolinas face rain as Huricane Floyd’s effects linger. Northerly showers extend from the Ohio Valley to New England with cooler, generally clear conditions elsewhere. Highs range from the 50s to 80s across regions.
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Fair Week Weather Update Brings Mixed Forecast
Rain did not deter fair-goers as the midway stayed open past 10 p.m. Tuesday's outlook calls for showers with gusty winds and cooler temperatures. The Frederick News-Post weather station predicts mostly cloudy conditions with a 30 percent chance of evening showers and overnight lows near 50. Wednesday trends partly sunny, breezy and cool with highs in the low 60s. Thursday through Saturday look for warmer sunshine with highs in the 70s.
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Frederick News-Post
Green Salt at Paducah Uranium Plant Triggers Testimony
Paducah Kentucky workers testified before a Senate subcommittee about finding green salt on tables that proved to be depleted uranium hexafluoride. They described years of perceived risk, alleged cover ups, and health fears from radiation and chemical exposure at the gaseous diffusion plant owned by the Department of Energy.
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Paducah, Ky
Phillip Ee Eon Auter
Paducah
Senate Committee On Energy and Natural Resources
Foley
Chris Naas
Jury trial set in Frederick for Internet sex abuse case
A Frederick man faces a jury trial next week for alleged assault of his girlfriend’s young daughter and involvement with another man via Internet chat rooms. Danielle Benton, 40, accused of coordinating the abuse at a group sex event in exchange for payments, could receive up to 40 years in prison. Theresa Lee Rockenberg, 32, charged with child abuse, has agreed to cooperate with police as proceedings continue.
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Danielle Benton
of Croeky
Theresa Lee Rockenberg
Frederick County stabbing suspect arrested after late night clash
A 28-year-old Frederick County man, Geon Clayton Hitchcock of Point of Corona, was charged with first and second degree assault and reckless endangerment after a late night stabbing left 50-year-old Taki Alexis in serious condition with chest wounds and 54-year-old Lakin wounded in the arm. Police tracked Hitchcock to a Sheetz on Md. 85 around 5:15 a.m. and he was held for a Frederick County District Court commissioner.
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Alexis
Lakin
Geon Clayton Hitchcock
Point of Corona
Hitchcock
Sheetz
MD. 85
Frederick County
Mosquito outbreak feared on Maryland’s Eastern Shore
Salisbury AP report says officials await latest mosquito counts after Hurricane Floyd rains. If numbers rise, aerial spraying may be ordered to curb mosquitos that carry encephalitis. rainfall last week boosted the insect population.
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Salisbury
Floyd
Maryland
ARTH Rx rolls out pepper-derived pain relief for humans
An ingredient from hot peppers used to ease racehorse leg inflammation is now marketed for humans as ARTH Rx. Phillips Gulf Corporation markets a roll-on pain reliever for arthritis and related conditions, with limited supply due to high demand and local availability at WhiteSell s Bowen RX and Union Bridge Pharmacy.
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Phillips Gulf Corporation
Whitesell & Bowen
Market St
Union Bridge
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