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Composting Initiatives Put Forward By County Executive
One would lower landfill tipping fees for compostable food waste.

Drugs, Cash, Confiscated During HIDTA Narcotics Arrest
Authorities say the drugs had an estimated street value of $15,000.

Police Arrest Frederick Man Following A Drug Transaction
The buyer was riding a bicycle.

Frederick Man Gets 70 Years For Homicide, Rape
Prosecutors say he waived his right to appeal the sentence.

City Of Frederick, County, Receive LEED Certifications
It’s awarded to buildings, but has been expanded to cities and communities.
National Heatstroke Prevention Day
FREDERICK, MD — The Safe Kids Frederick County Coalition would like to raise awareness on National Heatstroke Prevention Day about the dangers of leaving children, pets, and adults in hot cars. According to the National Safety Council, 52 children died in hot cars in 2018, making it the deadliest year on record. In 2019, there…

Mega Millions Ticket Sold In Frederick County Still Unclaimed
It’s worth $1-million, and winner has until the end of the year to claim the prize.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning For West-Central Frederick County
The National Weather Service in Sterling Virginia has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for… Southeastern Washington County in north central Maryland… West central Frederick County in north central Maryland… East central Jefferson County in the Panhandle of West Virginia… * Until 500 PM EDT. * At 416 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located…

Governor’s Office of Crime Control and Prevention Releases Notice of Funding Availability for Protecting Religious Institutions Grant
ANNAPOLIS, MD ‒ The Governor’s Office of Crime Control and Prevention (GOCCP) has released the Notice of Funding Availability for the Protecting Religious Institutions Grant. This grant provides financial support for religious congregations of all faiths to make security enhancements to houses of worship in Maryland and protect religious institutions from hate crimes. The funding is…

18 Displaced From Town House Fire In Frederick On Sunday
The cause remains under investigation.

Mayor Tosses Out Logo For Frederick
He says the city’s seal will be used as a logo.
New Study Shows Infrotainment System Increases Distractions for Older Drivers
Poor vehicle design could contribute to increased chance of crashes.