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Friday, December 17, 2010

Explore Carroll most read most emailed

Explore Carroll most read most emailed


  1. Carroll County: Snow emergency plan in effect
    Posted: December 16th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle
  2. Santa Claus making his rounds in Westminster via fire engine this week
    Posted: December 14th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  3. DAYHOFF: In Christmas past, county leaders and community celebrations made the news
    Posted: December 12th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  4. Spreading cheer, and a spirit of giving, at Neighbors in Need Holiday Shop
    Posted: December 12th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  5. MOM: This holiday season, give yourself the gift of a peaceful moment
    Posted: December 12th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  6. Snow causing slick roads, numerous accidents in Carroll County
    Posted: December 10th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  7. Hear and now: Radio legends Dark, Edwards back on the air as part of WTTR lineup
    Posted: December 12th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  8. Faith Lutheran sets agenda for holiday happenings
    Posted: December 12th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  9. BETTER: Clothes should make the woman, but instead, I get a 'junior' miss
    Posted: December 12th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  10. 10 Days: A Guide to Upcoming Events in Carroll County
    Posted: December 12th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle

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  1. Movie Guide: Latest 'Narnia' chapter opens, plus 'Harry Potter,' 'Tangled' and other 'Unstoppable' films
    Posted: December 11th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  2. Police charge Taneytown man with attempted murder after shots fired at officer
    Posted: December 10th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  3. With songs and snacks, Carroll County Christmas tree ceremony makes a festive return
    Posted: December 10th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  4. Man arrested after police say he shot at Taneytown officers
    Posted: December 10th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle
  5. Term limits, property rights and prayer before meetings are among new board's 10 philosophies
    Posted: December 9th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  6. Carroll's 59th Board of County Commissioners sworn into office
    Posted: December 6th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  7. Carroll County government will have Christmas tree, and ceremony, after all
    Posted: December 6th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
  8. GRAND: Cruelest cuts of all may impact morale of good county employees
    Posted: December 5th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle
  9. MOM: Not exactly like herding cats, but coaching kids is close
    Posted: December 5th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle
  10. 'Alternative' market offers ideas for charitable giving
    Posted: December 5th, 2010 in Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle

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DAYHOFF: In Christmas past, county leaders and community celebrations made the news

DAYHOFF: In Christmas past, county leaders and community celebrations made the news

Eagle Archive - DAYHOFF: In Christmas past, county leaders and community celebrations made the news, By Kevin Dayhoff shar.es/Xtm5U

http://www.explorecarroll.com/community/5004/christmas-past-county-leaders-community-celebrations-made-news/

"...Paradoxically, at a time when we look forward to spending more time with our families, friends and loved ones, the folks who provide so much to our quality of life are spending more time away from their families than at any other time of the year.

To make matters worse, recently the weather has been frightfully cold; making matters that more unbearable.

"Please keep folks such as firefighters, police officers, teachers and public works personnel in your hearts and your prayers as you enjoy the holiday season."

[...]

It was 40 years ago that one local community leader got his start, and made the news. The now-defunct newspaper, the Community Reporter, carried an article Dec. 11, 1970, noting that "Richard N. Dixon, 32 years of age and the first black to assume a post on the Carroll County School Board, was sworn into office last week."

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DAYHOFF: In Christmas past, county leaders and community celebrations made the news
Published December 12, 2010 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle  ... Mandel announced his appointment on November 19. Dixon attended Carroll County schools and graduated from ... ; It was an auspicious start for Dixon, who went on to become a ... out looking at Christmas lights,

DAYHOFF: Bell's day in history rings for Carroll and all of Maryland
Published April 25, 2010 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle  ... speaker at the Carroll County NAACP Branch 7014 Freedom Fund Banquet ... the date of the recent NAACP banquet all the more poignant. ... to the day of the NAACP banquet -- that Bell's conviction ... at a lunch counter,

Dr. Ira Zepp, 79, McDaniel College and Westminster civil rights leader, dies
Published August 4, 2009 by Westminster Eagle
... rights movement. Teaching in turbulent times…  The college has always been known as the first co-education college below the Mason-Dixon Line. However, integrating the college was a struggle. The Baltimore Colts began their summer practice at Western Maryland ... ...

Richard Dixon's son recalls a life of his father's firsts
Published March 14, 2010 by Westminster Eagle, Carroll Eagle
... As Jones finished his introduction, Dixon looked up and paused for ... earned a Bronze Star. Richard Dixon returned from the war to ... for health reasons. Today, Richard Dixon remains retired, but retains a ... not reading Tim Dixon's book, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached ... ...

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Frederick County Commissioners define their priorities by Meg Tully @ The Frederick News-Post


Frederick County Commissioners define their priorities

December 11, 2010




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by Meg Tully @ The Frederick News-Post  
http://www.wtop.com/?nid=25&sid=2197048


The new Frederick County Commissioners identified their top priorities this week, including reducing the county's unemployment rate and creating a consistent land-use process for businesses.


Commissioners met with division directors during a two-day retreat at Pinecliff Park to identify goals and craft a strategic plan for their four-year terms.


The five-member board is led by Commissioners President Blaine Young. All are Republicans. Four out of the five ran together as a slate.


They worked with the county's top leaders to ensure there was buy-in and consensus on the ideas, Young said.


Priorities will include job growth, predictability for business, public safety, traffic, agricultural preservation/land use, and privatization and sharing of government services.


The only priority commissioners added to the group-generated list was to look into more privatization and sharing services among government agencies.


After developing their priorities, they broke into groups to discuss specific goals.
Some ideas included supporting ....  http://www.wtop.com/?nid=25&sid=2197048


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John M. Harmon, 66, of Westminster

John M. Harmon, 66, of Westminster – The Westminster Street Department superintendent Larry Bloom’s father-in-law

Published in Carroll County Times on December 15, 2010

We are very sorry to hear of your loss.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  Caroline Babylon and Kevin Dayhoff

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John Mahlon Harmon, 66, of Westminster, died unexpectedly Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, at Carroll Hospital Center. Born Dec. 19, 1943, in Baltimore, he was the son of the late John Edward Harmon and Cora Allison Howard Morningstar.

He was the stepson of Millie Harmon, of Westminster, and the late John Morningstar.

He was the husband of Carole P. Harmon, his wife of 40 years. He was a veteran of the Army, having served in the Vietnam War.

He had retired with more than 30 years of service at Keith's Car Wash in Westminster. He was a member of Stone Chapel United Methodist Church and the American Legion Carroll Post No. 31.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and watching television.

Surviving, in addition to his wife and stepmother, are children and spouses Terri and Robert Whitestone, of Conway, S.C., Robert and Rennie Pearre, of Lancaster, S.C., James Harmon, of Merritt Island, Fla., Wendy and Larry Bloom, and Jacqui Harmon, all of Westminster…

[S]iblings and spouses Barbara and Arthur Ensor, Sue Blizzard and companion Bud Hartman, and Cindy and Mark Miller, all of Westminster, Pam Harmon, of Sykesville, Dr. Greg Harmon, of New York City, Linda and Mike Imhoff, of Cockeysville, and Fran and Denny Medlin, of Timonium; grandchildren Mark Jr., Bradley, Tyler, Lexi, Bobby, Stephanie, Sarah, Robbie III, Christy, Dylan, McKayla, Chase and Ryleigh; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by a son, Mark Harmon Sr.; and a granddaughter, Kamryn.

The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Pritts Funeral Home & Chapel, 412 Washington Road, Westminster. Please use the chapel entrance.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, with his pastor, the Rev. Michael Bynum, officiating.

Interment will be at Stone Chapel UMC Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be sent to the American Lung Association of Maryland, 1840 York Road, Suite M, Timonium, MD 21093; or to the American Cancer Society, 1393 Progress Way, Suite 908, Eldersburg, MD 21784.

Online condolences may be made at www.prittsfuneralhome.com. Sign this guest book online at www.carrollcountytimes.com.

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Thursday, December 16, 2010

Kevin Dayhoff - Explore Carroll: Carroll County: Snow emergency plan in effect


A light dusting of snow is starting to stick on area roads.  The Carroll County snow emergency plan went into effect at noon today and area schools will be closing one hour early.  Photo by Kevin Dayhoff



By Kevin Dayhoff: The Maryland State Police implemented the snow emergency plan for Carroll County at noon today as snow started to stick to the roadways. ...  http://www.explorecarroll.com/news/5011/carroll-county-snow-emergency-plan-effect/

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Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Westminster home on Cranberry Road damaged by fire

Westminster home on Cranberry Road damaged by fire

By Kevin Dayhoff

It took over 40 firefighters from Carroll and Adams County to control a house fire on North Cranberry Road in Westminster Monday afternoon.

The fire was quickly brought under control before it caused extensive damage to a very old brick farmhouse as firefighters had to contend with freezing temperatures and wind.

The first alarm rang-out at approximately 2:21 p.m. as central alarm dispatched units for a working house fire, according to Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Company No. 1 public information officer Robin Stansbury and fire department chief Jim Bangerd.

Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy smoke and fire in the rear of the residence and requested a “working fire dispatch” for additional fire suppression units to arrive.  Additional fire suppression units from Westminster, Reese, Pleasant Valley, Manchester, Hampstead, and Littlestown, Pa., quickly responded. 

The fire declared under control at 2:43 p.m.  Firefighters and equipment remained on the scene for another hour for clean-up and to assist the Maryland fire marshal’s investigation.

One of the two occupants of the residence was home at the time of the fire, according to Stansbury.  The Red Cross was called to provide assistance to the occupants of the home.

The fire remains under investigation by the Maryland State Fire Marshall’s office.

For more information please see a report on the Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Company No. 1 website – here: http://www.westminstervfd.org/ or Carroll County Times article by Ryan Marshall here: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/news/local/article_aab0d6a6-07fc-11e0-a6dd-001cc4c002e0.html and here: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/news/local/article_5729d066-0741-11e0-96a1-001cc4c03286.html

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This Week in Review: The WikiBacklash, information control and news, and a tightening paywall

This Week in Review: The WikiBacklash, information control and news, and a tightening paywall

By Mark Coddington /  Dec. 10  /  10 a.m.
The Nieman Journalism Lab is a collaborative attempt to figure out how quality journalism can survive and thrive in the Internet age. (More.)
http://www.niemanlab.org/2010/12/this-week-in-review-the-wikibacklash-information-control-and-news-and-a-tightening-paywall/
[Every Friday, Mark Coddington sums up the week's top stories about the future of news and the debates that grew up around them. —Josh]
Only one topic really grabbed everyone’s attention this week in future-of-news circles (and most of the rest of the world, too): WikiLeaks. To make the story a bit easier to digest, I’ve divided it into two sections — the crackdown on WikiLeaks, and its implications for journalism.
Attacks and counterattacks around WikiLeaks: Since it released 250,000 confidential diplomatic cables last week, WikiLeaks and its founder, Julian Assange, have been at the center of attacks by governments, international organizations, and private businesses. The forms and intensity they’ve taken have seemed unprecedented, though Daniel Ellsberg said he faced all the same things when he leaked the Pentagon Papers nearly 40 years ago.
Here’s a rundown of what’s happened since late last week: Both Amazon and the domain registry EveryDNS.net booted WikiLeaks, leaving it scrambling to stay online. (Here’s a good conversationbetween Ethan Zuckerman and The Columbia Journalism Review on the implications of Amazon’s decision.) PayPal, the company that WikiLeaks uses to collect most of its donations, cut off service to WikiLeaks, too. PayPal later relented, but not before botching its explanation of whether U.S. government pressure was involved.
On the government side, the Library of Congress blocked WikiLeaks, and Assange surrendered to British authorities on a Swedish sexual assault warrant (the evidence for which David Cay Johnston said the media should be questioning) and is being held without bail. Slate’s Jack Shafer said the arrest could be a blessing in disguise for Assange.
WikiLeaks obviously has plenty of critics: Christopher Hitchenscalled Assange a megalomaniac who’s “made everyone complicit in his own private decision to try to sabotage U.S. foreign policy,” and U.S. Sens. Dianne Feinstein and Joe Lieberman called for Assange and The New York Times, respectively, to be prosecuted via the Espionage Act. But WikiLeaks’ many online defenders also manifested themselves this week, too, as hundreds of mirror sites cropped up when WikiLeaks’ main site was taken down, and various online groups attacked the sites of companies that had pulled back on services to WikiLeaks. By Wednesday, it was starting to resemble what Dave Winer called “a full-out war on the Internet.”
Search Engine Land’s Danny Sullivan looked at the response by WikiLeaks’ defenders to argue that WikiLeaks will never be blocked, and web pioneer Mark Pesce said that WikiLeaks has formed the blueprint for every group like it to follow. Many other writers and thinkers lambasted the backlash against WikiLeaks, including Reporters Without Borders, Business Insider’s Henry Blodget, Roberto Arguedas at Gizmodo, BoingBoing’s Xeni Jardin, Wired’s Evan Hansen, and David Samuels of The Atlantic.
Four defenses of WikiLeaks’ rights raised particularly salient points: First, NYU prof Clay Shirky argued that while WikiLeaks may prove to be damaging in the long run, democracy needs it to be protected in the short run: “If it’s OK for a democracy to just decide to run someone off the internet for doing something they wouldn’t prosecute a newspaper for doing, the idea of an internet that further democratizes the public sphere will have taken a mortal blow.” Second, CUNY j-prof Jeff Jarvis said that WikiLeaks fosters a critical power shift from secrecy to transparency.
Finally, GigaOM’s Mathew Ingram and Salon’s Dan Gillmor made similar points about the parallel between WikiLeaks’ rights and the press’s First Amendment rights. Whether we agree with them or not, Assange and WikiLeaks are protected under the same legal umbrella as The New York Times, they argued, and every attack on the rights of the former is an attack on the latter’s rights, too. “If journalism can routinely be shut down the way the government wants to do this time, we’ll have thrown out free speech in this lawless frenzy,” Gillmor wrote.
WikiLeaks and journalism: In between all the attacks and counterattacks surrounding him, Julian Assange did a little bit of talking of his own this week, too. He warned about releasing more documents if he’s prosecuted or killed, including possible Guantánamo Bay files. He defended WikiLeaks in an op-edin The Australian. He answered readers’ questions at The Guardian, and dodged one about diplomacy that started an intriguing discussion at Jay Rosen’s Posterous. When faced with the (rather pointless) question of whether he’s a journalist, he responded with a rather pointless answer.
Fortunately, plenty of other people did some deep thinking about what WikiLeaks means for journalism and society. (The Atlantic’s Alexis Madrigal has a far more comprehensive list of those people’s thoughts here.) Former Guardian web editor Emily Bell argued that WikiLeaks has awakened journalism to a renewed focus on the purpose behind what it does, as opposed to its current obsession with the models by which it achieves that purpose. Here at the Lab, USC grad student Nikki Usher listed a few ways that WikiLeaks shows that both traditional and nontraditional journalism matter and pointed out the value of the two working together...  http://www.niemanlab.org/2010/12/this-week-in-review-the-wikibacklash-information-control-and-news-and-a-tightening-paywall/


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Westminster Maryland Main Street Weekend Happenings - December 17-19, 2010

Westminster Maryland Main Street Weekend Happenings - December 17-19, 2010

There are quite a few activities happening in Downtown Westminster this weekend. Click on the link below to see what might of interest to you in Downtown Westminster this weekend!!! 

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Also please see: Coffee with Santa at Birdies on Sat. Dec 19, 2010 from 2:30 to 6 p.m.

Come have coffee with Santa at Sherri Hosfeld Joseph’s Birdie’s Café in Westminster, Maryland on Saturday, December 19, 2010 from 2:30 to 6 p.m.

233 East Main St. Westminster MD 21157 410-848-7931 birdiescoffee.com

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By Stan Ruchlewicz, Westminster Maryland’s administrator of economic development.  http://www.westminstermd.gov/mainstreet/documents/MainStreetWeekendHappenings12-17.pdf

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