Soldier will likely be fired after alleged desertion
Published on November 21, 2009
The Army will likely fire a Westminster soldier accused of desertion, even though his family claims he did everything he could to get back to his unit after coming home on emergency leave to care for his sick wife and newborn daughter. more »

Elementary math update spurs more debate
Published on November 21, 2009
Debate continues over Investigations in Number, Data and Space, the math resource being used at the elementary level in Frederick County Public Schools. more »

Budget at forefront of commissioners' concerns
Commissioners present legislative package at annual event
Published on November 21, 2009
State funding will be the most important thing on the minds of the Frederick County Commissioners when the Maryland General Assembly convenes in January. more »

Aldermen override mayor's veto of city comprehensive plan
Published on November 21, 2009
Outgoing Mayor Jeff Holtzinger is worried the city's newly approved comprehensive plan could prove troublesome in the future. more »

Annual event slated for Cultural Arts Center
Published on November 21, 2009
For the second year, artist-decorated and themed wreaths adorn the Frederick Cultural Arts Center. more »

Crash victim's widow recalls happy years together
Published on November 21, 2009
Mary Pat Hane Kulina, widow of Stephen P. Kulina, who died in a motorcycle crash this week, said her husband was the kind of man who would keep on working until he got the job done. more »

Wheelchair athlete gets state-of-the-art leg braces
Published on November 21, 2009
Gail Gaeng walks with the help of braces and runs with the help of her wheelchair. New technology now is making it easier for her to walk. more »

Corrections Academy graduates 13
Published on November 21, 2009
"A treasure that will last forever." more »

Ask the Editor — New designer hits ground running
Published on November 21, 2009
Things are different in my corner of the newsroom this week -- the new designer started. more »

Windy Ridge Park master plan considered
Published on November 21, 2009
MOUNT AIRY -- A 90-acre park west of the town could become a home to ball fields, basketball courts or an amphitheater. more »

Fire & Police Blotter
Published on November 21, 2009
Purse theft investigated more »

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