Frederick County News
G-8 activists prepare peaceful Maryland protests
About a dozen activists prepared banners for roadside demonstrations Friday in Thurmont, Md., under the eyes of authorities determined to keep them miles away from the Camp David presidential retreat where world leaders were gathering for a global economic summit.
Brunswick seniors to stage Prom 2.0
The Prom 2.0 organizers said they felt "oppressed" at Brunswick's prom by the atmosphere, including the lighting on the dance floor and the music choice -- which included too much country, organizers said -- and the rules on dancing.
Frederick Co. gears up for G-8 deluge
On Thursday afternoon, a day before this town is set to be at the center of the world stage, the streets were quiet.
The lips behind the kiss that ended World War II
It's arguably the most famous picture marking the end of World War II: Two strangers, a sailor and a nurse, kissing in the middle of Times Square on the cover of LIFE Magazine.
Stick 'em up: Matches ignite artistic genius
Farmhand Stanley Offord's artistic streak came from out of the blue 50 years ago: no guidance, no fancy art supplies, no art school.
Game official: Coyote sightings to rise
Sherry Crockett is used to seeing deer, wild turkeys, foxes and raccoons in the woodlands that surround her home But a coyote -- now that was a bit of a surprise.
For G-8 summit: No additional road closures are expected
Officials expect no additional long-term road closures associated with this weekend's G-8 summit, Sheriff Chuck Jenkins said.
On road to Camp David, tweets read 'end hunger'
An organization seeking to draw attention to food security and poverty painted tweets Wednesday on Md 77 near Thurmont in advance of the G-8 summit at Camp David.
Frederick police warn of suspicious incident near Baker Park
The Frederick Police Department and the Frederick County Sheriff's Office are warning citizens to be on alert after high school student reported a suspicious incident near Carroll Parkway near Baker Park Tuesday afternoon.
World leaders set for busy US weekend of summitry
More than two dozen world leaders will join President Barack Obama in an extraordinary weekend of back-to-back summits to tackle Europe's mounting economic woes and solidify plans for winding down the decade-long war in Afghanistan.
Md. state police to increase presence for G-8
A spokeswoman for Gov. Martin O'Malley says the Maryland State Police will have an increased presence in the area around Camp David for the Group of Eight leading industrialized nations meeting this week.
Md. governor sends anti-hunger message to G8
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley is joining a campaign for world hunger relief aimed at the Group of Eight economic summit at Camp David.
Anti-drone activists target G-8 meeting in Md.
Opponents of America's use of unmanned aircraft against terrorism suspects are targeting Maryland politicians and the Group of Eight economic summit at Camp David.
Former Md. teacher charged with molesting student
A former Frederick County public school teacher is charged with molesting a student.
Frederick city wins bike-friendly bronze
Frederick city has officially joined the ranks of bicycle-friendly cities around the country.
Westbound I-70 closed near Braddock heights
Maryland State Police say the westbound lanes of Interstate 70 just west of Frederick are closed due to an overturned tractor-trailer.
Natives from G8 nations eye summit in Md.
Perhaps it's fitting that Joe Cohen celebrates his birthday July 4.
Md. police agencies want repayment from G-8 summit
Maryland police agencies say they may not be reimbursed for costs associated with next week's summit of the Group of Eight leading industrialized nations at Camp David.
Wine law brings ‘Maryland into the 21st century'
A battle between wine lovers and Maryland legislators was finally settled in the most recent session of the General Assembly.
Ammonia leak evacuates Flying Dog Brewery
Hazardous materials crews responded to an ammonia leak at the Flying Dog Brewery early Thursday.
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