As the temperature warms up, windows and doors across the area are more frequently found open. Criminal activity also increases because criminals know people are not being as careful or protective of their homes and valuables. But local officials have some tips to keeping safe this summer — including a free, short survey of...
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Dealing with blood, urine and feces exposure. Being around potentially combative and assaultive individuals. Constantly on the look out for self-made weapons. Watching over drug-addicted persons or those going through withdrawal. And you thought your job was hard. For correctional officers at the Frederick County Adult Detention Center, these are scenarios many deal with...
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Bullying has been an issue in schools for generations, but as recent stories of emotional abuse emerge across the nation and bullying increases in Urbana, the local community is taking a stand against the harassment. “Schools and parents have become more aware of the emotional scars that bullying can create,” said Urbana Middle School...
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The Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services used to recruit through word-of-mouth requests and legacies — people who get involved because of their family history with community service. Since last August, the organization has used new recruitment initiatives to bring in more non-paid personnel to the 26 county fire and rescue companies. From...
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