• You can now register for the 4th annual New Media & Technology Conference presented by the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce
• The interior of Brewer’s Alley was remodeled, photos and details from Frederick & Food.
• Thinking Out Loud took a trip to Lucky Corner and brought a camera. Looks good.
• The Frederick police have released data showing a drop in crime over the last year.
• Wee Man from Jackass was spotted in Frederick.

Well I tested them out recently and they work just fine. That’s forty smackers down the drain.

In the interest of saving you from a ticket, here is a listing of the speed and red light cameras in the City of Frederick. Each also has a link to the page where they are listed on the Police Department’s website.

Speed Cameras in Frederick 

• Southbound in the 1700 block of Opossumtown Pike
• Westbound in the 7400 block of Hayward Road
• Eastbound in the 7300 block of Hayward Road
• Westbound in the 1300 block of Butterfly Lane
• Southbound in the 1600 block of North Market Street
• Northbound in the 1400 block of North East Street
• Southbound in the 1400 block of North East Street

Red Light Cameras in Frederick

• East 3rd Street and N. East St.
• East Patrick St. and Monocacy Blvd.
• Motter Ave. and West 7th St.
• Opossumtown Pike and Thomas Johnson Drive
• Rosemont Ave. and Montevue lane
• Rosemont Ave. and Schley Ave/US 15
• Willowdale Dr. and Key Parkway

On 10/03/2011, the Frederick Police Department received a report of suspicious behavior that they would like to make the public aware of.

On 10/03/2011 at approximately 1600 hours, 3 teenage females were jogging in the area of the 100 block of S. Market St. Two of the females were ahead of the third and as they approached the intersection of S. Market and All Saints St., 2 males blocked the sidewalk and said “come here ladies”. As the females attempted to pass, one of the males grabbed the back of one of the female’s sweatshirt. She was able to pull free and both females then ran back the way they had come to make certain that the third member of their group did not attempt to pass the males alone. When the females again approached the area, the males were gone.

It was believed that there was a third male involved and seated in a maroon minivan parked across the street. This van was also gone when the females returned.

The suspects are described as 3 black males, all in their 40’s. One was possibly wearing a green or blue winter weight jacket. The van was described as an older model, “beat up”, maroon minivan.

The Frederick Police Department urges members of the public to be cautious and alert for suspicious behavior at all times. For those who run or walk for recreation, or physical fitness, it is recommended that they vary their route and routine on a regular basis. Always remain alert to what is ahead and around you. If a situation makes you uncomfortable, turn and alter your direction prior to approaching. Exercising as a group is a measure of safety as well. Carry a cell phone if possible and do not hesitate to call the police to report any threatening or suspicious situation.

The Frederick Police Department is urging residents to be vigilant as the 10th anniversary of 9-11 nears. After the death of Osama Bin Laden news reports indicated the recovery of plans by Al-Qaida to conduct attacks in the United States. We currently do not have any intelligence indicating plans for an attack in our area, but encourage that citizens observing any suspicious activity should immediately report it to the Frederick Police Department.

Be careful out there.

The Frederick Police Department announced today that major crimes in Frederick are occurring at the lowest rate since 2005.

According to Frederick Police Chief Kim Dine, part one crime — which is classified by the department as major crimes including homicide, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, theft/larceny and stolen automobiles — was down 5.8 percent in 2010.

In 2010, there were two murders, 16 rapes, 87 stolen automobiles, 162 robberies, 262 burglaries, 274 incidences of aggravated assault and 1,363 thefts.

Overall crime is also at its lowest rate since 1991, despite the city adding more than 20,000 residents during that timeframe.

Good news!