Looking for information about the upcoming election facing Frederick County residents? The Frederick News-Post has you covered. Our election page has information about the candidates and issues facing voters.
The Quantum Loophole project would bring the first major data center to Frederick County in the form of a planned development on the site of the old Alcoa aluminum smelting plant in Adamstown.
Large-scale mixed-use development proposed for the Brickworks site downtown could shape the character of Frederick's downtown for generations.
Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins and Robert Justin Krop, a local firearms business owner, are indicted on federal charges of conspiracy and making false statements to acquire machine guns.
An addition to Crestwood Middle School in Frederick will have a domino effect requiring redistricting of hundreds of students at several local schools.
Looking for information about the upcoming election facing Frederick County residents? The Frederick News-Post has you covered. Our election page has information about the candidates and issues facing voters.
The Quantum Loophole project would bring the first major data center to Frederick County in the form of a planned development on the site of the old Alcoa aluminum smelting plant in Adamstown.
Large-scale mixed-use development proposed for the Brickworks site downtown could shape the character of Frederick's downtown for generations.
Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins and Robert Justin Krop, a local firearms business owner, are indicted on federal charges of conspiracy and making false statements to acquire machine guns.
An addition to Crestwood Middle School in Frederick will have a domino effect requiring redistricting of hundreds of students at several local schools.
Everyone agrees the west side of the city needs better access to library services – but opinions vary on just where that should be located.
Everyone agrees the west side of the city needs better access to library services – but opinions vary on just where that should be located.
The City of Frederick is taking a deep dive into its charter, considering a series of reforms.
National debates come to Frederick over the content of school library books and when, or if, they should be removed from shelves.
The city of Frederick weights a move toward a new kind of zoning that emphasizes streetscape form over specific uses.
Will East Street become Frederick's new front porch? From large-scale development proposals, to form-based zoning, to debates over how to accommodate existing industrial uses in a changing urban fabric, East Street is ground zero for changes that will shape Frederick for generations.
The City of Frederick is taking a deep dive into its charter, considering a series of reforms.
National debates come to Frederick over the content of school library books and when, or if, they should be removed from shelves.
The city of Frederick weights a move toward a new kind of zoning that emphasizes streetscape form over specific uses.
Will East Street become Frederick's new front porch? From large-scale development proposals, to form-based zoning, to debates over how to accommodate existing industrial uses in a changing urban fabric, East Street is ground zero for changes that will shape Frederick for generations.
News and opinions about Frederick County's plan for preserving the Sugarloaf Mountain region.
For the two uninterrupted school years that formed the basis of a Department of Justice investigation into Frederick County Public Schools, the district far surpassed every other Maryland public school system in its use of seclusion and restraint.
Local residents continue their fight to save the small school in rural Frederick County.
Joshua Laird, a two-decade veteran of the Frederick County Division of Fire and Rescue Services, died in the line of duty Aug. 11, 2021.
WHEN DID YOUR BUSINESS OPEN IN FREDERICK?
WHEN DID YOUR BUSINESS OPEN IN FREDERICK?
“What is better, a will or a trust?”
Looking for information about the upcoming election facing Frederick County residents? The Frederick News-Post has you covered. Our election page has information about the candidates and issues facing voters.
An addition to Crestwood Middle School in Frederick will have a domino effect requiring redistricting of hundreds of students at several local schools.
The Quantum Loophole project would bring the first major data center to Frederick County in the form of a planned development on the site of the old Alcoa aluminum smelting plant in Adamstown.
Large-scale mixed-use development proposed for the Brickworks site downtown could shape the character of Frederick's downtown for generations.
The city of Frederick weights a move toward a new kind of zoning that emphasizes streetscape form over specific uses.
Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins and Robert Justin Krop, a local firearms business owner, are indicted on federal charges of conspiracy and making false statements to acquire machine guns.
Continuing coverage of the proposed downtown Frederick hotel and conference center.
During the COVID-19 sports hiatus, The News-Post conducted a weekly reader polls to determine the all-time best teams in Frederick County history.
Everyone agrees the west side of the city needs better access to library services – but opinions vary on just where that should be located.
National debates come to Frederick over the content of school library books and when, or if, they should be removed from shelves.
Will East Street become Frederick's new front porch? From large-scale development proposals, to form-based zoning, to debates over how to accommodate existing industrial uses in a changing urban fabric, East Street is ground zero for changes that will shape Frederick for generations.
An explosive Facebook post from alderman Ben MacShane raised allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior by fellow alderman – and mayoral candidate – Roger Wilson.
For the two uninterrupted school years that formed the basis of a Department of Justice investigation into Frederick County Public Schools, the district far surpassed every other Maryland public school system in its use of seclusion and restraint.
Joshua Laird, a two-decade veteran of the Frederick County Division of Fire and Rescue Services, died in the line of duty Aug. 11, 2021.
The City of Frederick is taking a deep dive into its charter, considering a series of reforms.
The Unity Campaign of Frederick County is an annual fundraising effort, led now by United Way of Frederick County.
Continuing coverage on the coronavirus pandemic that has upended our lives since March 2020.
Continuing coverage of Frederick's battle against blighted property.
Continuing coverage of the Maryland General Assembly Session.
Fall in Frederick means the Fair is back in town.
News and opinions about Frederick County's plan for preserving the Sugarloaf Mountain region.
Three die when a helicopter and an airplane collide at Frederick Municipal Airport.
Was Bruce Ivins the man behind the anthrax mailings, or was he the victim of a failed investigation?
Follow Recruit Class 21 as they progress through Frederick County Division of Fire and Rescue Services' six month academy
Stories from Frederick County's World War II veterans
In-depth, ongoing coverage of the Linking Youth to New Experiences (LYNX) program at Frederick High School.
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A three-part look at opioids in Frederick County.
Collected coverage on the toll of heroin and other opioids in Frederick County.
With medical marijuana legalized, would-be growers look to farms and industrial spaces in Frederick County for places to set up shop.
Surviving the Abuse is a four-part series by The Frederick News-Post on domestic violence and the local resources available to survivors.
The ongoing debate over whether the city should be in the golf business is complicated further by allegations of malfeasance.
The Frederick News-Post followed the men and women in the Frederick Police Department's 59th Academy as they progressed through their training. Each entry in the series focused on a different lesson, skill, recruit or subject related to law enforcement as each recruit strived to earn the rig…
In this three-part series, The Frederick News-Post looks at disparities in health for minorities living in Frederick County, including Hispanics, blacks and the LGBTQ community.
Winter storm Jonas -- aka "Snowzilla" -- hits Frederick County and the DC region with a wallop.
This five-part series details how a man allegedly stole tens of thousands from multiple women by posing as their husband. Curtis Williamson could not be reached for comment on any of the telephone numbers listed for him. The Frederick News-Post pored over hundreds of pages of court filings, …
This six-part series is about the stories and sacrifices of local men and women during the Vietnam War. The series complements a Maryland Public Television initiative honoring veterans of the war.
Gunfire broke out Feb. 4 outside a JV basketball game at Frederick High School. Two students were wounded in what authorities said was violence between rival groups. One man was sentenced to 12 years in prison. Another pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment.
Once the retail engine oof Frederick County, the Golden Mile is in transition, demographically and economically.
Should the county be in the business of providing care for the elderly?
On Sept. 29, U.S. Marine Cpl. William Kyle Ferrell, 21, was struck along U.S. 15 by an unknown driver, who left the scene and hasn’t been found. Ferrell, who was assigned to Camp David, stopped in a downpour to help a driver stuck on the shoulder.
Local residents continue their fight to save the small school in rural Frederick County.
Was the city's purchase of Hargett Farm a bold investment to ensure quality of life, or will it be a financial millstone?
To celebrate 2020, we examined the last 20 years and chose the most impactful story for each year and how that story has evolved to present day.
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