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Reporter's Notebook: Political Notes - Sewer funding should keep rates down
Turns out Frederick County residents haven't been flushing away their money. The state has a "flush tax" fee that goes into a fund to improve sewer and septic systems, making them more environmentally sound.
County praises support of federal agency
The new state director of a federal agency touted more than $3.5 million received by Allegany County communities to support infrastructure improvements during his visit here as well as education and public safety projects.
Some Question the Purpose of War in Afghanistan
It is the question of the day among policymakers delving into U.S. strategy in Afghanistan, and it came up this month in testimony on Capitol Hill.
SOLAR ENERGY: Voting 310 for and 106 against, the House on Oct. 22 authorized $2.18 billion between fiscal 2011-2015 for Department of Energy programs to develop solar-energy technologies.
Otis hits administration on auto crisis
Bud Otis, chief of staff for Rep. Roscoe Bartlett, is thanked by Chad Tyler, right, club president, and Lynn Shanton, who coordinated his speaking engagement.
We already know, in grim detail, about how shabbily some of our men and women in uniform have been treated - or merely ignored - after they've come home.
Carroll County resident J.Casey Clark is the lone Democrat so far to announce candidacy for the 6th Congressional District currently held by Rep.
Investigators find flaws in Army body armor tests
The Government Accountability Office report says the Army deviated from established testing standards and concludes that several of the designs that passed would have failed had the tests been done properly.
Investigators find flaws in Army body armor tests
The Army made critical mistakes in tests of a new body armor design, according to congressional investigators who recommend an independent review of the trials before the gear is issued to troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Afzali challenges Bartlett, Stull in state delegate race
Children, Mary-Kate, 14, Annabelle, 11. a ' Website: www.kathy2010.com A Middletown woman who has been an actress, newspaper columnist, real estate agent and stay-at-home mom is using her work ethic as a selling point to get her elected to the Maryland General Assembly.
A new idea for Congress: Read the bill, then vote
This is not only necessary; it is common sense. An overwhelming majority of the American public agrees with the principles of this resolution.
Bartlett looks to neighbors voting to extend jobless benefits
A measure that would extend unemployment benefits to scores of people without jobs has earned the support of Rep.
Hate Crime Laws May Extend to Gays
Congress is poised to expand federal hate crimes laws to include sexual orientation, attaching it to a defense bill that could still run into trouble because it tests President Obama's will to cut spending.
Reporter's Notebook: Political Notes - County website changing address
BREAK OUT your Internet bookmarks and e-mail address book. Frederick County government is changing its website and employee e-mail addresses.
Congressman Roscoe Bartlett On Annual Defense Strategy and Policy Bill
Congressman Bartlett will vote no for the first time. The final version of Congress' Annual Defense Strategy and Policy Bill was discussed in the House of Representatives, Thursday.
House approves hate crimes measure
The U.S. House on Thursday approved a conference report, 281-146, to include a long-sought LGBT hate crimes measure in a major defense bill, despite objections from Republicans about the provision's inclusion.
Congress could end HUBZone priority in small-biz contracting
Even when everyone wants the word gone, it tends to stick around to wreak havoc for those who dislike its mandatory nature.
Veteran health clinic to open at Fort Detrick next summer
Veterans and officials gathered Friday at Fort Detrick to break ground on a new outpatient clinic for veterans in Western Maryland.
122 Fallen Fire Fighters Honored During A Ceremony On Sunday
The memorial took place at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg. The memorial took place at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg.
Mikulski earmarks go to top campaign contributors
Democratic Sen. Barbara A. Mikulski has added tens of millions of dollars to a defense spending measure in earmarked grants for her top campaign donors , according to a Baltimore Sun analysis.
Veteran health clinic to open at Fort Detrick next summer [VIDEO]
Army and Veterans Affairs officials break ground on the new Community Based Outpatient Clinic that will open in July at Fort Detrick.
Franks Clarifies Obama 'Enemy Of Humanity' Remark
Share + Sep 29, 2009 12:52 pm US/Central WASHINGTON 1 of 1 Rep. Roscoe Bartlett , Rep.
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