Residents oppose transfer station plan near Reich's Ford Road
Editorial laments growing trash and truck traffic on Reich's Ford Road and Unat Road. It links hazards from hauling to a transfer station with school bus sightlines and calls for safety and quality of life protections for neighboring residents amid a shrinking landfill.
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Schroder
High crime democracy and Whitewater probe critique
A columnist denounces the Whitewater investigation and Clinton impeachment as partisan overreach that damaged democracy. It criticizes the pursuit, cost, and political impact, noting the Senate's acquittal and ongoing concerns about justice and accountability.
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Debates Shape Close Races Across Decades and Voters
Analysts say presidential debates can sway undecided and motivate turnout, affecting momentum and a candidate’s image. Amanda Stromm of Ypsilanti reflects how debates influence voters, with past cycles showing shifts in favor of Reagan and Kennedy, while others like Ford and Perot impacted outcomes. The piece notes debates’ uncertain power to swing elections and the enduring lure of “good enough” debate performances.
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Community groups clash with county on airport site plan
Frederick County commissioners face opposition from Urbana civic groups and 21 churches endorsing a park school complex as a county jail planning committee debates site suitability for an airport industrial work area. Germaine Greer spoke at Hood College. Sen Mathias and Mayor Black attended Thurmont Detour Bank ribbon cutting. Blue Ridge Road Riders donated 500 dollars to Frederick Memorial Hospital after a 100 mile poker ride supporting pediatrics.
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Urbana
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James F Black
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Deaf boy in 911 call sparks deputy confrontation
Letter writer Dennis Toms of Frederick criticizes deputies for entering a home uninvited, handcuffing a 12-year-old deaf boy after a 911 call, and sending the case to court, calling for accountability for officers, prosecutors, and the judge.
Deaf rights clashes with law enforcement interpretation
A letter criticizes Sheriff and court actions for failing to provide proper Deaf access under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The writer condemns using a five year old child as an interpreter, urges qualified interpreters or other effective means, and claims widespread civil rights violations by law enforcement against Deaf individuals.
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Bereey
Lichel Fey Hans Wennite
Deaf rights criticism prompts ADA compliance call in Maryland
Diane Edge and Robin Wood urge Maryland officials to enforce the Americans with Disabilities Act and Rehabilitation Act provisions for deaf and hard of hearing people. They call for sheriff and local agency policies, warning of potential U.S. DoJ fines, and warn about rapid growth harming communities like Montgomery and Frederick counties.
Fence them in in Braddock Heights letter to prevent animal accidents
Laura Flook of Muddletown argues for fencing residential areas along Jefferson Boulevard and Harmony Road after her dog was hit. She says 25 mph limits still allow animals to dash into the road and urges neighbors to act to protect domestic animals.
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Frederick County Adopts Swine Ordinance Toward Agricultural Future
Frederick County Commissioners approve an intensive swine ordinance on September 14 aimed at guiding agricultural development. The decision is framed as support for family farmers and a coordinated path for the county's farming future.
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Frederick County Commissioners praised for slowing growth brakes
Residents of Frederick County hail County Commissioners David Gray John Thompson and Jan Gardner for applying brakes on growth. Local leaders say development pace was slowed amid concerns over infrastructure and services.
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Frederick County
David Gray
John Thompson
Jan Gardner
Letters to the Editor at the Frederick Mews-Post
The Frederick Mews Post invites letters to the editor. Letters must be typed and include the writer’s name home address and phone number. The paper reserves the right to abridge letters and to publish only those meeting policy guidelines.
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