COVID-19 pandemic
Heather led the coverage of COVID-19 at The Frederick News-Post. Coverage included daily numbers stories, as well as articles on those affected by the disease and information on new state and local policies. Heather also turned to audio and video mediums to help inform people about the pandemic.
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Apr 20
‘It’s scary how quick:’ Losing a loved one, likely to COVID-19, in 9 hours
At first, Frederick Health and Rehabilitation Center was not going to let Peter Sears in to see his mother, out...
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25
Apr 20
Saying goodbye thousands of miles away
Richard Holter Sr. had a great smile. He loved nothing more than to be surrounded by his family. He would...
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22
Apr 20
Access to information limited for some due to communication barriers
Marsha Flowers went to pick up a prescription from CVS. It was before Gov. Larry Hogan ordered all retail employees...
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18
Apr 20
Pregnant during a pandemic: How COVID-19 changes giving birth
During the night, Caroline Cole felt some cramps, not entirely unexpected with her baby’s due date days away. Cole thought...
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13
Apr 20
Virtual goodbyes: How COVID-19 changes hospice care and grieving
For the employees of Frederick Health Hospice, COVID-19 has ushered in new normals. New limits to who can care for...
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11
Apr 20
Saying goodbye through a window because of COVID-19
Through a window of the Frederick Health and Rehabilitation Center, Gina Bennett said goodbye to her mom. Her mother, Carol...
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8
Apr 20
In pandemic world, more people turning to masks
When Katrina Ashley and her sons leave their home, they each wear a cloth mask. Ashely, a mother of three...
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4
Apr 20
Heartly House, forensic nurses try new ways to reach vulnerable people during COVID-19
The number of calls made to Heartly House’s 24-hour hotline, which offers help for victims of intimate partner violence, sexual...
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4
Apr 20
‘I’ll get through this’: Frederick woman, daughter describe being sick with COVID-19
Barbara Barry posed by a blossoming cherry blossom and lake. Wearing sunglasses and a gray marbled sweater, she took a...
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