Hymn-a-Thon raises funds for homeless shelter in Frederick
The Hymn-a-Thon at Frederick Community College surpassed its 10 000 goal by raising about 32 000 to fund a permanent cold weather shelter in Frederic city. Eight hours of diverse religious music drew participants and spectators at Kussmaul Theater. A separate Memory Walk drew 90 000 in pledges for Alzheimer's support services and research, while another Saturday fundraiser combined biking and fishing to raise 2000 for the county Youthful Offenders program.
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Frederick Community College
Frederiik City
Unose
Kussmaul Theater
Alzheimer’s Association
United Way
Oil prices and heating costs spark calls for change
The oil spill scrapes by as a political maneuver while heating oil costs bite households. Advocates urge conservation and alternative energy rather than stockpile use, noting no crude shortage now and history of stockpiles for emergencies, not price control.
Oil Crisis Debate Pushes Gore and Bush On Reserves and ANWR
The piece argues there are no easy solutions to US oil dependence. It critiques Vice President Gore for favoring a partial release from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to ease heating oil shortages and criticizes Governor Bush for backing Arctic National Wildlife Refuge drilling. It notes historical missed policy opportunities and cautions about environmental risks and limited recoverable oil. The columnist urges a long term, balanced energy plan.
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al Gore
Texas
Maton
Arctic National Wildlife Reserve
Anwr
Alaska
Bush
Clinton
Reagan
U.S
Gore
Arcee National Wildlife Reserve
Manhattan
Enchilada
Department of Interior
Department
Scripps Howard News Service
Frederick area community notes and city incidents
A Frederick Civitan Club discussion urged swift action on Maryland prison reforms and jail needs. A temporary Highland Street bridge closure followed an overweight truck impact. Community Living Frederick met its board and awards dinner at Faith United Church of Christ. Local business owner Jerry Aravanis opened Anthony’s Pizza at 3 Frederick Street Walkersville with his family.
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Highland Street
Community Living Inc. of
Frederick
Faith United Church of Christ
Opossumtown Pike
Jerry Aravanis
New
Anthony's Pizza
Frederick St
Walkersville
Maureen
Jodi Bnice
Not right if an adult strikes an officer
A reader comments on police handling of a deaf child involved in assault, arguing that a frustrated child should not be treated as a dangerous adult. The letter calls for better police training and questions the appropriateness of charging a child as a suspect and using legal resources. Stephen Audette, Frederick.
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Ike
Charles Manson
Deaf child involved in assault sparks disability rights concerns
Audrey Ponce of Mount Airy voices outrage over a trial outcome involving a deaf child accused of assault. She questions ADA compliance, interpreter access, and police handling. She urges policy updates and interpreters on call to resolve similar disputes without force.
County Denies Water Access for Islamic Society Project
County officials blocked water and sewer connections for a 100 acre agricultural parcel where an Islamic Society planned a house of worship, school, and cemetery, drawing concern that the decision may be based on bias and zoning.
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Ihope
Islamic Society
Letters discuss growth limits and social issues in Monrovia
Quotes address zoning, development, and growth management with concerns over mosque denial and housing expansion. The letter argues for future planning, mentions crime, judicial reviews, and race dynamics, citing Janet Reno and minority communities while urging accountability and balanced growth.
True lesson critique and traffic safety notes from readers
Readers critique Tom Hattery's letter praising Kathleen Kennedy Townsend for a plan based on coercion of youth and involuntary service. The column attacks elitist governance and cites a claim of 600 youths volunteering, with 75 extra hours. Separate letters discuss Catholic reform author Gary Wills and local traffic warnings citing failed flash signs, new accidents on U S 45 South, and demand for better lighting.
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Tom Hattery
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend
Ms. Townsend
Kids Need A Local Skate Park In Middletown
Christine A. Stone argues Middletown would benefit from a dedicated skate park with safety gear and supervision. She recalls pallets and doors used as ramps, notes kids improvise with anyone and anything, and stresses outdoor activity over couch time.
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Middletown
Ted
Faulty attack on justice system in Frederick County letter
The writer agrees there are flaws in how justice is administered beyond Frederick County and argues secrecy shields the innocent but prevents fair, well presented cases. The piece notes a perceived lack of accountability in the criminal justice system and cites Mr Herz’s critique as accurate.
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Janet Reno
U.S
Chris D Herz
Grand Jury
Frederick County
Ny Peron
Valuable resource or liability in public aid debates
Dennis Janda questions Lee McGraw's view that taxpayers are liabilities and those on assistance are assets. He argues government programs drain tax dollars into bureaucratic power, citing ongoing travel accidents as proof of systemic failure and demanding accountability from politicians and agencies.
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Lee McGraw
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News-Post
The Frederick News Post invites active reader letters but omits full home addresses and phone numbers for privacy. It lists submission options including mail to 200 E Patrick St Frederick MD 21765 and a fax number 301 662 8799 for letters.
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Fredenck
Jorn Ieliers
Cope
Kedlers
Leters
al Tiers
Frederick
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Monrovia
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Roy Meachum
Gary Wills
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