Frederick News Post

The Frederick News-Post serves as the primary newspaper for Frederick County, Maryland. Following a significant media campaign that promoted the name "The FNP," this abbreviation has gained popularity among readers. The newspaper covers a variety of topics, including local, national, and international news. It is published every day of the week, with a weekday paid circulation of 33,082 and a Sunday paid circulation of 34,602 recorded in 2011.

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Frederick assistant city attorney requests harassment charges against local provocateur

1 day ago | fredericknewspost.com | Ceoli Jacoby

A city of Frederick employee is requesting harassment charges to be filed against local provocateur and self-described First Amendment activist Shaun Porter. Michael Fry, an assistant city attorney, filed an application for a statement of charges on June 18, alleging that Porter sent a series of emails insulting him with vulgar language with the intent to “harass, alarm and annoy.”kAmx? E96 7:CDE 6>2:=[ D6?E @? pAC:= ab[ !@CE6C C6BF6DE65 :?7@C>2E:@?
FCPS to buy 6 electric buses, after split board vote

2 days ago | fredericknewspost.com | Esther Frances

Through two state grants, Frederick County Public Schools plans to buy six electric school buses. The school district already operates two electric school buses, which currently serve students throughout the county living with disabilities. kAmx? 2 DA=:E G@E6[ E96 uC656C:4< r@F?EJ q@2C5 @7 t5F42E:@? @? (65?6D52J 2AAC@G65 2 4@?EC24E E@ AFC492D6 6=64EC:4 D49@@= 3FD6D E9C@F89 p>6C:42? %CF4< U2>Aj qFD 2?5 z }62= x?E6C?2E:@?2= %CF4<D]k^AmkAm$49@@= 3@2C5 >6>36CD #26 v2==2896C[ s62? #@D6[ z2C6?
Federal lawsuit adds to allegations of child sexual abuse in Maryland youth detention centers

2 days ago | fredericknewspost.com | Lea Skene

BALTIMORE — A federal lawsuit could open a new chapter in an escalating legal battle in Maryland, where officials are struggling to address an unexpected onslaught of claims alleging child sexual abuse in state-run juvenile detention facilities. With thousands of similar claims already pending in state court, the litigation has raised questions about how Maryland will handle the potential financial liability. kAm%96 ?6H 7656C2= DF:E[ 7:=65 (65?6D52J @? 3692=7 @7 E9C66 A=2:?E:77D[ D66<D Sb__ >:==:@?
Feds ask for more time to negotiate plea agreements in Lopez Funez murder case

2 days ago | fredericknewspost.com | Ceoli Jacoby

Federal prosecutors have asked for additional time to negotiate plea agreements for some of the men charged in connection with the killing of 15-year-old Frederick High School student Limber Lopez Funez in February 2023. In a filing on Monday, prosecutors with the U.S. Attorney's Office in Maryland asked for permission to allow more time "for continued plea negotiations," which they described as "ongoing."kAmx7 2 ;F586 8C2?ED E96 C6BF6DE[ E96 E:>6 36EH66?
Judge denies bail for Walkersville-area man accused of killing mother-in-law

2 days ago | fredericknewspost.com | Ceoli Jacoby

A Walkersville-area man accused of killing his mother-in-law will be held without bail at the Frederick County Adult Detention Center while his case is pending, a judge ruled on Wednesday. Pavel Loick Obambe, 35, is charged with first- and second-degree murder in connection with the death of his 68-year-old mother-in-law, Christine Liboula. He is accused of strangling her at some point over the weekend. kAmx? 255:E:@?
FCPS looks toward next decade of school construction, enrollment growth

3 days ago | fredericknewspost.com | Esther Frances

As new housing developments are slated to open in southeast Frederick County over the next decade, the school district is looking ahead to potential redistricting and school construction. Between 2026 and 2035, five new schools and several replacement schools and limited renovations in Frederick County Public Schools are scheduled to begin or finish construction. kAmx? 255:E:@?[ E96 D49@@= 5:DEC:4E ?@E65 7@FC 5:776C6?E A@E6?E:2= C65:DEC:4E:?8D :?
Hood College says international student applications down from last year so far

3 days ago | fredericknewspost.com | Esther Frances

Hood College said it has received 57% fewer applications from international students so far this year compared to this time last year. April Boulton, associate provost and dean of the graduate school at Hood, said in an interview that it is still too early to tell how the reduction in applications will impact enrollment. kAm$96 D2:5 E96 3F=< @7 DEF56?ED 6?C@== :?
Side-of-the-road sourdough: The underground economy of unlicensed bakers

3 days ago | fredericknewspost.com | Laura Sampson

Cottage food industry laws exist in all 50 states, and though the rules vary from state to state, they allow producers to sell directly to consumers on various levels. These laws create new opportunities beyond the usual weekly markets as bakers and home cooks create new ways to sell homemade goods. If you’re lucky, your neighborhood might be next, or perhaps you want to cash in on this opportunity.
James Wood is a perfect fit for the Home Run Derby. Will he do it?

3 days ago | fredericknewspost.com | Spencer Nusbaum

James Wood doesn’t know whether, or when, the invite to participate in the Home Run Derby will arrive. He doesn’t know whether, or when, he will accept. He downplayed it every chance he could during a conversation in the Washington Nationals clubhouse this month. The Derby is still weeks away, set for July 14 in Atlanta. That doesn’t preclude his teammates from gossiping about it. kAm%96 AC@55:?8 3682? :? $62EE=6 :? =2E6 |2J[ C:89E 2C@F?5 H96? (@@5 =2F?4965 2 >62E32== 9:89 @77 E96 32EE6C’D 6J6 :?
5 Things to Do With the Kids

3 days ago | fredericknewspost.com | Anya Sczerzenie

1. Explore More Discovery MuseumDowntown Harrisonburg’s children’s museum is one of the city’s landmarks and is a good way to help your kids learn while they have fun. The museum includes themed play areas, from a kitchen to a theater, and craft areas. Tickets cost $9 per person per day, and children under a year old get in free. Through the Museums for All program, families who receive SNAP can get in for $3 per person with a valid ID. kAm`d_ $] |2:?