Kevin McManus

Frederick, Md (KM) The 2025 Maryland General Assembly will gavel into session on Wednesday, January 8th at 12:00 noon. Frederick County Delegate Jesse Pippy says the biggest issue facing lawmakers this year is the budget.

It was a six-month effort against retail thefts.Hagerstown, Md (KM) 57 individuals were arrested by Hagerstown Police over a six-month period as part of "Operation Blue Light Special."Authorities say it was an effort to identity repeat offenders who stole merchandise from several stores, and

Frederick, Md (KM) Frederick County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Cheryl Dyson, has introduced her proposed fiscal year 2026 operating budget. It totals $974,712,202. “The budget I’m presenting reflects both realism and hope,” she said in a video presentation. “It prioritizes what matters most: keeping our students safe, engaged and supported, while assuring our staff have the tools they need to thrive.”

A public library for Frederick's west end is planned for that site,Councilwoman Donna KuzemchakFrederick, Md (KM) In a unanimous vote last week, the Frederick City Council approved an agreement turning over Hillcrest Park to the County to build a public library.Before the vote was taken,

Lawmakers are expected to deal with the state’s looming deficit.

Frederick, Md (KM) Applications are now being accepted for Frederick County’s Critical Farms program. That provides assistance to farmers who want to buy property, but can’t compete against other buyers who have more resources. It also helps to preserve agricultural property.

Governor and Lt. Governor pay a visit to the House of Delegates meeting.

FREDERICK, MD – A burning FedEx truck kept Frederick County Fire and Rescue crews busy Thursday morning. The Frederick Scanner Facebook page says units were dispatched to West Patrick Street at Old Camp Road just after 10:30 Thursday morning and found the truck fully involved in flames.

FCPS says a ‘threat actor’ gained unauthorized access to data about teachers and students.

The state is facing at $3 billion shortfall for fiscal year 2026.