Pope John Paul I dies after 33 days on throne
Pope John Paul I died in Vatican City after a heart attack at about 11 p.m. He was 66 and had a brief 33 day reign marked by warmth. Cardinal Canisio Van Lierde blessed the body and Vatican officials prepared the funeral rites as the church moves toward a conclave to elect the next pope.
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Bond hearing set in murder case of Dr Walter Snow
Dr Walter Snow, a Frederick optometrist, requested a preliminary bond hearing on first degree murder and unlawful handgun use in the fatal shooting of his wife Ruth Sharron Snow, 50, at their North Market Street apartment. Police found a .22 revolver. a district court judge will handle the murder charge.
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Area Catholics react to Pope John Paul I death
Emmitsburg and Frederick County Catholics expressed shock and sadness after the pope's death. Fr. Harry Flynn and Fr. Paul Jain commented on the brief papacy and global impact as bells rang at Mt. St. Marys College Seminary. Archbishop Borders spoke of hope continuing, while local churches planned commemorative services and the Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton scheduled a 1:30 p.m. service.
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City airport plan wins alderman approval in Frederick
A 12 million expansion plan for Frederick Municipal Airport won final approval from the Board of Aldermen. The package includes a new landing strip, extension of an existing one, a taxiway, a control tower, an instrument landing system and hangar improvements. Residents of Tulip Hill opposed parts of the master plan citing flight path concerns while pilot supporters backed the project.
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Firefighters visit nursery sparks safety talks in Chiccas Trekk Briesea
The Snail World Nursery hosted young firefighters who demonstrated helmets and fire prevention tours to encourage early safety habits. Residents debated airport expansion with critics citing noise and flight path concerns while pilots urged openness.
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Rail union ignores back to work edict in strike
Rail workers continued their strike in Brunswick and Martinsburg halting commuter service for a fifth day as courts refused to block President Carter's back to work order. The Chessie System remained shut and clerks ignored the decree while grain and coal sectors faced layoffs.
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Maryland Numbers Game Draw Result
Baltimore AP reports the Maryland Numbers Game daily lottery drawing on Thursday produced a winning number of 479. No further details on prize or winner were provided.
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Catholics stunned by sudden passing of pope worldwide
Nation reacts as Catholic leaders and faithful mourn the pope's sudden death. The shock reverberates through religious communities, political voices, and international diplomacy, with tributes pouring in from leaders and lay followers alike.
Frost Signals Cooler Start as Frederick Area Dips
Scattered frost was reported in Frederick County with temperatures dipping below 40. Unofficial lows reached 37 near Frederick City while state police logged 42. Frost appeared in Middletown and northern areas. a windshields glaze and early autumn notes followed.
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Senator Thomas Fined for Driving While Impaired Plea
Senator Edward P. Thomas pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated before District Court Judge L. Edgar Brown in Caroline County. He was fined $200 plus costs, received a suspended five day jail sentence, and was placed on 12 months supervised probation with a requirement to attend drunk driving education if directed by probation officials.
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