Community Glade Valley 

Community Foundation Announces Grant Opportunities

The Community Foundation of Frederick County announces grant opportunities from three funds. These grants are available until the funds are expended, or until the closing application date of May 1, 2019. The minimum grant is $500.00, and funds must be used by June 1, 2019. The Compofelice Family Fund for Building Trades supports organizations seeking to help residents receive training for construction trades in the Frederick County area. Preference given to plumbing, carpentry, electrical services, masonry, and other skills associated with the building industry. Grants may pay for training, educational…

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Crime Glade Valley 

SUSPECT ARRESTED FOR KIDNAPPING/ASSAULT

Maryland State Police have arrested and charged a suspect in connection with a kidnapping and assault that occurred this afternoon outside Maximum Fitness 24, a fitness gym at the Discovery Shopping Center. The suspect is identified as Jason M. Bittner, 35, of Woodbine, Maryland. He is charged with kidnapping, second degree assault and reckless endangerment. Bittner has been taken to the Frederick County Adult Detention Center for processing and to await an initial appearance before a court commissioner. Shortly before 12:30 p.m. today, Maryland state troopers from the Frederick Barrack responded…

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