July 4 Service Changes

The City of Frederick will observe the Fourth of July holiday on Tuesday, July 4, 2017: Offices will be closed, and trash collection schedules and parking fees will change.

Public Meeting Schedule for Week of June 26

The City of Frederick’s schedule for public meetings the week of June 26 is published.

Weinberg to Offer Backstage Tours to Public on a More Frequent Basis

The Weinberg Center for the Arts will offer free backstage tours to the general public on a more frequent basis beginning July 8. Patrons will experience the backstage magic for themselves, gaining access to areas normally off-limits to the public.

Media Contact: 

Ashley Birdsell Lewis, Manager of Marketing

301-600-2868 | alewis@cityoffrederick.com

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Weinberg to Offer Backstage Tours to Public on a More Frequent Basis

FREDERICK, Md., Tuesday, June 20, 2017 &mdas...

HPC Hearing Rescheduled to June 29

There will be no June 22 Historic Preservation Commission public hearing. The hearing originally scheduled for June 22, will be moved to June 29, 6 p.m. in the City Hall boardroom.

Voting Record from June 15

The voting record from the June 15 Mayor and Board of Aldermen meeting is published.

Downtown Hotel at Carroll Creek Plans Submitted

Plans for the Downtown Hotel at Carroll Creek construction and historic preservation features have been submitted for review by the Historic Preservation Commission.

1986 Cult Classic “Top Gun” to Screen at Weinberg Center

The 1986 military action/drama “Top Gun” will screen at the Weinberg Center for the Arts on Wednesday, June 28 at 7:30pm as the final film in the 2016-2017 Flying Dog Film Series. A pre-screening happy hour will begin in the lobby at 6:30pm.

Media Contact: 

Ashley Birdsell Lewis, Manager of Marketing

301-600-2868 | alewis@cityoffrederick.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

1986 Cult Classic “Top Gun” to Screen at Weinberg Center

FREDERICK, Md., Wednesday, June 14, 2017 — The 1986 military...

Landless Theatre's 1776 Lights up 4th of July at the Weinberg Center

The Landless Theatre Company (founder of Frederick's East Street Arts Center) will produce the classic musical 1776 at the Weinberg Center on the weekend of June 30 through July 2.

Media Contact: 

Ashley Birdsell Lewis, Manager of Marketing

301-600-2868 | alewis@cityoffrederick.com

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Landless Theatre’s 1776 Lights up 4th of July at the Weinberg Center

FREDERICK, Md., Tuesday, June 13, 2017...

National Anthem Auditions to be Held at Weinberg

The Frederick Arts Council will once again hold open auditions for a singer to perform the National Anthem at its annual Art in the Park event. Auditions will be held at the Weinberg Center for the Arts on Wednesday, June 28 at 6:30pm.

Media Contact: 

Ashley Birdsell Lewis, Manager of Marketing

301-600-2868 | alewis@cityoffrederick.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

National Anthem Auditions to be Held at Weinberg

FREDERICK, Md., Tuesday, June 6, 2017 — The Frederick Arts Council w...

It's Summer: Play Ball!

At the June 1 Mayor and Board of Alderman meeting, Mayor Randy McClement proclaimed Play Ball Summer as part of the United States Conference of Mayors’ (USCM) continued support of the Play Ball Summer initiative.

Reduced Pool Admission Fee Program Returns

The City of Frederick Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce that the Reduced Pool Admission Fee Program will return for the summer of 2017.

The program will enable eligible youth under the age of 18 to receive entry into the Thomas Swimming Pool (500 Fleming Ave.) and the Diggs Swimming Pool (125 W. All Saints St.)  for the admission fee of $1. Proof of eligibility is required throug...

Drinking Water Report Issued

The City of Frederick has updated its annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) on City drinking water.

FREDERICK, MD – May 4, 2017:  The City of Frederick has updated its annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) on City drinking water. 

The most recent report is available for viewing and printing on-line at:  www.cityoffrederick.co...

Frederick Police Respond to Hazardous Material Situation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 2, 2017

FREDERICK POLICE RESPOND TO HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SITUATION

FREDERICK, MD – On today’s date at approximately 12:00 pm, The Frederick Police Department received a call from Frede...

Frederick's Fourth of July Celebration in Baker Park Safety Tips and Reminders

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

FREDERICK, MD - The City of Frederick’s 4th of July celebration in Baker Park is expected to bring thousands of people into downtown Frederick. The Frederick Police Department would like to remind all who...

Frederick Police Arrest 2 for Armed Robbery

On 6/15/17 at approximately 1208 hours, officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to a call for an armed robbery in the 1100 Block of Keswick Place. An adult male victim told officers he had been robbed at his residence by two adult male sus...

Update: Missing Juvenile Located, CR#2017-47886

Update:

The missing juvenile has been located and is in good health. The Frederick Police Department would like to thank the public for its assistance with this case.

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East Church Street Closure

The 1st Block of E. Church Street will be closed beginning at 5 pm today for public safety due to the number of people expected at Winchester Hall.   

For more information please contact Michele Bowman, Public Information Coordinator 240-...

East Church Street Open

East Church Street is back open to traffic.  We want to thank everyone for their patience.

Public Information Coordinator:  Michele Bowman 240-446-4912

Frederick Police Department Conduct Alcohol Compliance Checks

COMPLIANCE CHECKS CONDUCTED TO HELP KEEP ALCOHOL OUT OF THE HAND OF MINORS 

Frederick, Maryland – On June 13, 2017, the Frederick Police Department conducted compliance checks of restaurants and retailers selling alcohol products within ...

Traffic Stop Leads to Double Heroin Arrest (SCU)

The Frederick Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit conducted a traffic stop resulting in two arrests for the possession of heroin and associated paraphernalia…

On 06/13/2017, at 12:36 PM, an officer with the Frederick Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit was working a grant-funded Heroin OT assignment when he observed a vehicle commit a traffic violation near 1275 W. Patrick Street. As a result, a tr...

Frederick Police Arrest 4 Suspects In Stabbing, Robbery

Frederick Police have arrested and charged 4 suspects in a stabbing and robbery incident that occurred during the early morning hours Friday, June 9^th. The victim, an adult male, was found by police Friday after being stabbed mutliple times to the torso, ...

Frederick Police Arrest Woman for Stabbing

On 6/10/17 at approximately 2238 hours, officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to a 911 call in the 1400 Block of Key Parkway and found a female victim suffering from a stab wound. The victim, who is not being identified at this time, was...

Frederick Police Arrest a Man and Woman for Drug and Weapon Offenses during a Traffic Stop (SCU)

The Frederick Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit arrested a PA man and woman for drug possession and weapon offenses…

On 6/7/2017, at approximately 2321 hours, officers of the Frederick Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit were conducting routine patrol in the 900 block of W. Patrick Street. An officer observed a vehicle commit two traffic offenses (Unsafe la...

Frederick Police arrest disorderly subject in Mullinix Park

Two Frederick Police officers on foot patrol in Mullinix Park arrest a Frederick man for disorderly conduct and several other charges.

On 06/07/2017 Frederick Police officers were doing foot patrol in Mullinix Park of S. Bentz Street.  They came upon the suspect, who was intentionally being extremely loud and screaming.  The officers gave the suspect several warnings an...

FPD and DFRS Partner With Ausherman Properties

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June 7, 2017

FPD and DFRS Partner With Ausherman Properties

Media Invited to Attend Demonstration - Friday, June 9th at 2 pm

FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Police Department along with the Frederick County Division of Fire &...

Frederick Woman Arrested on Possession with Intent to Distribute Crack Cocaine and Prescription Drug

The Frederick Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit arrested a Frederick woman for possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine and prescription drugs…

On 06/06/2017, officers of the Frederick Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit were conducting enforcement in the 900 block of W. Patrick Street. In this area, officers observed a vehicle fail to stay within one lane. The vehicle was swerving back and fo...

Frederick Police Seek Missing Person

The Frederick Police Department is seeking the assistance of the public locating a missing person, Wilian Ramirez Rojas. Rojas is 18 years old and had recently moved to the area from Guatemala. He was last seen on Friday, 4/14, in the area of his residenc...

Few Spots Remain For Citizen Police Academy

There are a few spots remaining for the Citizen Police Academy which will begin on June 13th.  The CPA is an 8-week program designed to give interested persons an overview of the many functions of The Frederick Police Department. Classes meet eve...

Attempt to ID Theft from motor vehicle suspects (CR 17-042826)

The Frederick Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance with identifying individuals involved in theft from motor vehicle incidents...

Frederick, MD. On 06/04/2017 officers with the Frederick Police Department responded to the parking lot of 1080 West Patrick Street for multiple incidents of theft from motor vehicles which occurred overnight.  Through the course of the investiga...

Frederick Police Demonstrate Drunk Buster Kart

May 31, 2017

Frederick, MD – On Saturday, June 3, 2017, the Frederick Police Department will be demonstrating the use of the Drunk Buster Pedal Kart.  The demonstration will take place from 10 am – 2 pm at the Mid Maryland Heal...

Frederick Police Canine Bady Passes Away

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May 24, 2017

<_o3a_p>FREDERICK, MD - It is with great sadness that we announce that one of the department’s canines, Bady passed away yesterday at his home.  Bady was recovering from a non-line of duty surgery.  Bad...

FPD To Offer Citizen Police Academy

The Frederick Police Department is pleased to announce it will be conducting the 24^th session of its Citizen Police Academy (CPA) starting June 13, 2017.

The CPA is an 8-week program designed to give interested persons an overview of the many functions of ...

Coffee with a Cop - Wednesday, May 17th

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 12, 2017

FPD TO HOST COFFEE WITH A COP

Wednesday, May 17^th at the Department of Aging

FREDERICK, MD - The next Frederick Police Department, Coffee with a Cop will be hosted by the Department of Ag...

Frederick Police Selected A Winner In The 38th Annual Telly Awards

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May 11, 2017

FREDERICK POLICE SELECTED A WINNER IN THE

38^TH ANNUAL TELLY AWARDS

FREDERICK, MD - The Telly Awards has named The Frederick Police Department as a Bronze winner in the 38th Annual Telly Awards fo...

Fake News Story Circulating About Rabid Fox

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May 10, 2017

FAKE NEW STORY CIRCULATING ABOUT RABID FOX

FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Police Department would like the community to be aware of a fake news story circulating through social media r...

FPD to Debut Drunk Buster Pedal Kart

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 1, 2017

Frederick Police Debut Drunk Buster Pedal Kart

Frederick, MD – On Wednesday, May 3, 2017, the Frederick Police Department and the Brunswick Police Department will be partnering with Frederick Community Co...

Over 1,000 Lbs. Collected at Drug Disposal Event

May 1, 2017

OVER 1,000 LBS. COLLECTED AT DRUG DISPOSAL EVENT

FREDERICK, MD – On Saturday, April 29^th, the Frederick Police Department along with Whitesell Pharmacy and the Drug Enforcement Agency hosted a Drug Disposal Event at Nymeo Field at Harr...

Frederick Police Release 2016 Annual Report

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 3, 2017

Frederick Police Release 2016 Annual Report

Frederick, MD – The Frederick Police Department is proud to announce the release of the department’s 2016 Annual Report.  Each year the dep...

Frederick Police Promotion, Retirement, and Award Ceremony

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March 10, 2017

Frederick Police Promotion, Retirement, and Award Ceremony

The Frederick Police Department held its Promotion, Award, and Retirement Ceremony on Friday March 10^th at the Delaplaine Visual Art...

FPD and Starbucks to Host Coffee with a Cop

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 24, 2017

FPD TO HOST COFFEE WITH A COP

FREDERICK, MD - The Frederick Police Department along with Starbucks will be hosting Coffee with a Cop at the Starbucks 104 North Market Street, Freder...

2016 Year End Crime Statistics (UCR)

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 31, 2017

2016 Year End Crime Statistics

FREDERICK, MD - The Frederick Police Department (FPD) is releasing statistics from its Uniform Crime Report (UCR) for reported Part I offenses during 2...