The money will be in the form of grants for non-profits, and to alleviate food insecurity. Frederick, Md (KM) In a 6-1 vote on Tuesday, the Frederick County Council agreed to appropriate $.2.5 million to assist those in the community who are still being impacted by the federal government shutdown which ended last week. Even…
The Md. State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating. Aftermath of a house fire at 13800 block of Old National Pike, east of Clear Spring, (Photo from Md. State Fire Marshal’s Office) Clear Spring, Md (KM) The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a fatal house fire in Washington County Tuesday morning. Fire officials say…
Discussion will be about the city’s; budget. Frederick, Md (KM) The City of Frederick is holding five town halls over the next few weeks on the municipal budget. Officials say they will discuss updates on the city’s budget. Citizens can come to these town halls to engage in conservations about the city’s financial plans. The…
It would require businesses that expand and provide new jobs to pay ‘family sustaining’ wages. Frederick, Md (KM) Some changes are being proposed to Frederick County’s tax credit for businesses that expand and create new jobs. County Executive Jessica Fitzwater says companies which benefit from the tax credit would have to create new jobs that…
Suspect faces multiple charges after retrieving a handgun outside a downtown establishment and driving away. LEESBURG, Va. (JK) — A Florida man was arrested early Saturday morning in Leesburg after authorities say he displayed a firearm while intoxicated outside a local business. According to Leesburg Police, officers responded at approximately 12:53 a.m. on November 15…
He says a lot of the opposition is based on ‘politics.’ Frederick, Md (KM). Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins continues to strongly support his agency’s affiliation with the 287g program. That’s where the staff at the County Detention Center determine the immigration status of individuals brought into the jail facing charges. During a recent appearance…
She was named Executive Director of the Md. State’s Attorney’s Association. Frederick, Md (KM) A long time prosecutor with the Frederick County State’s Attorney’s Office is moving on to a new position. Deputy State’s Attorney Kristen Brown was named to and has accepted the position of Executive Director of the Maryland State’s Attorney’s Association. In…
It will be held on Wed,. Nov. 19th. Frederick, Md (KM) An Open House and Resource Fair will be held on Wednesday, November `19th at the Veterans Services Center at Goodwill at 1750 Monocacy Boulevard. Suite A in Frederick. The event will take place from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and it will feature more…
She will officially take over on Nov. 21st. Beth Woodring, Acting Director, Division of Economic Opportunity. (Photo from Frederick County, Md Government) Frederick, Md (KM) Beth Woodring has been named Acting Director of the Frederick County Division of Economic Opportunity. Her appointment becomes effective Friday, November 21st. Woodring brings more than two decades of economic…
New jobs listed Lrg Animal Caretaker II (2163156) KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES Feeding and housing of laboratory animals including nonhuman primates (NHP) General laboratory animal housekeeping Cage cleaning, changing and sanitation Providing occupational, structure, social and edible enrichment to ensure animal well-being Cleaning tasks associated with the upkeep of a research animal facility Wage range: $38,700.00 –…