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Sep 28, 2012

Carroll County to hold hearing on English as official language

Carroll County is planning a public hearing on whether to make English its official language. The all-Republican Board of County Commissioners voted Thursday to advance the proposal introduced by Commissioner […]

May 22, 2012

Judge weighs dismissal of Frederick growth dispute

FREDERICK — A Frederick County judge is considering dismissing a lawsuit filed by several environmental groups challenging the county’s plan to increase development potential by about 50 percent. The Frederick […]

Feb 22, 2012

Frederick County makes English official language

FREDERICK — Frederick County officials have passed an ordinance making English the official language of county government. The Board of County Commissioners voted 4-1 for the measure Tuesday after a […]

Jan 26, 2012

Advocates voice support for Calvert Cliffs’ third reactor

SOLOMONS — Calvert County business owners and nuclear energy advocates support a plan to build a third reactor at Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant, saying it would help the local […]

Jun 16, 2011

Report promotes outsourcing Frederick County’s services

FREDERICK — A consultant is recommending that Frederick County outsource many of its core services to save up to $109 million a year. The Frederick News-Post reported Thursday on the […]

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