Kevin Kelly

Del. Kevin Kelly tried to help his ex-girlfriend last year when she fell under suspicion of stealing thousands of dollars from her school. The Allegany County Democrat confronted the county Board of Education about theft allegations he called bunk. He assembled a trove of documents about the case, capped with his own, 130-page treatise on why Diane L. McFarland, an elementary school principal in Western Maryland for 17 years, was innocent.

The first time Kevin Kelly saw Steve Lombardozzi, he wondered whether the boy could make the throw from shortstop to first base. Lombardozzi was a freshman trying to make the Atholton varsity team. Kelly, the coach, had heard that Lombardozzi, the son of a major leaguer, could play, but he stood 5 feet 2, 110 pounds. "He was a little guy," Kelly said. Lombardozzi made the team, but Kelly played him at double-play depth at all times, just so he could make the throw. In the coming years, Lombardozzi played such flawless defense that scouts came to Atholton to watch him. They would tell Kelly that Lombardozzi did not possess the size or the arm strength to play professionally.

On December 13, 2009, VERNON KELLY loving husband of Wilma Kelly. Also survived by his loving children, Janet Stansberry and Kevin Kelly; 3 grandchildren, 1 great-grand- child; sister, Mary (Doris) Parker and brother Bernard Kelly. Friends may visit the family owned MARCH FUNERAL HOME, WEST, 4300 Wabash Avenue, on Sunday after 10 a.m. where family will receive friends from 2-4. Family will also receive friends on Monday at St. Cecelia Catholic Church, 3300 Clifton Avenue, at 10:30 followed by funeral service at 11:00.

On December 13, 2009, VERNON KELLY loving husband of Wilma Kelly. Also survived by his loving children, Janet Stansberry and Kevin Kelly; 3 grandchildren, 1 great-grand- child; sister, Mary (Doris) Parker and brother Bernard Kelly. Friends may visit the family owned MARCH FUNERAL HOME, WEST, 4300 Wabash Avenue, on Sunday after 10 a.m. where family will receive friends from 2-4. Family will also receive friends on Monday at St. Cecelia Catholic Church, 3300 Clifton Avenue, at 10:30 followed by funeral service at 11:00.

The 14th annual Crown All-Star baseball game will be played at Camden Yards Sunday after the Baltimore Orioles game against the California Angels.The North Team, featuring 1994 All-Metro Player of the Year Andy Bair (Calvert Hall), a left-handed pitcher, will be coached by former McDonogh mentor Al Poklemba, now the athletic director at Bullis Prep. Poklemba's co-coaches are Jim Foit (Thomas Johnson) and Bill Russell (Elkton).The South Team will feature Brian Burden, first baseman on 4A state champ Arundel and will be coached by Ed Glaeser (Thomas Stone)

Criminal cases are piling up in Allegany County, where a political standoff has left the District Court operating with one full-time judge since late last year. Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr., who selects judges, was given the names of three candidates for the county's judicial vacancy by a nominating panel in December. But nine months later, he has yet to interview any of the finalists. As a result, Allegany County now has the longest-standing judicial vacancy in the state. Some Republican leaders and court officials in Western Maryland say the holdup isn't because of who was nominated but who was not. The list does not include the name of Kevin Kelly, a Democratic state delegate from Allegany County and a longtime Ehrlich friend.

Progressives set right agenda for Democrats I was saddened to read Allegany County Del. Kevin Kelly's comments regarding Maryland's Democratic Party and last weekend's Maryland Progressive Summit ("Liberals seeking sway in state," Oct. 3). Deriding the progressive movement in the party as "wacko" is more damaging to the party as a whole than whatever point he was struggling to make. For years, the Republican Party has presented visions such as the "Contract with America" to lay out an agenda, often placing the Democrats on the defensive in their efforts to protect the accomplishments of the New Deal or the Great Society.

Atholton Raiders1995 record: 7-3 overall, 5-2 league.Coach: Kevin Kelly (career record: 7-3) .Top players: Sean Williams, Sr., QB; Ross Benson, G, Sr.; Marcus Boykins, T, Sr.; Paul McElheny, Sr., T; Matt Kensinger, Jr., G; Lavar Macon, Sr., RB, Josh Neel, Sr., FB; Keith Jefferson, Sr., WR; Ryan Lambert, Jr., WR, QB; Bryan Worsley, Sr., TE; Cian Oatts, Sr., RB.Outlook: The Raiders surprised a lot of people last season, but no one should overlook them this...

Atholton Raiders1994 record: 5-5 overall, 2-5 league. Coach: Kevin Kelly (first year).Top players: Ricky Trott, Sr., RB/LB; Scott Filipovitz, Sr., TE; Peter Monti, Sr., C; Jake Beltz, Sr., G; Lavar Macon, Jr., RB, LB; Marcus Boykins, Jr., T; Paul McElheney, Sr., T; Keith Jefferson, Jr., WR/DB; Max Clifford, WR/DB; Sean Williams, Jr., QB; Jason Sandner, Sr., QB.Outlook: The Raiders, carrying 32 players, return fewer starters (two) than any team in the league. Only Trott and Monti started the entire season.

Coach: Kevin Kelly (second year)1991 record: 9-11 overall, 7-7 leagueReturnees: Seniors Brian Gick (P, SS), Bryan Egolf (P, OF), BrianHannah (1B) , Brian Van Deusen (2B), Mark Trecannelli (3B), Brian Smith (OF), Billy Mills (OF), Scott Woods (OF), Eugene Miller (C); junior Kevin Nickey (C).Newcomers to watch: Juniors Ryan McQueeny (SS), Josh Seidman (OF), Richard Blankenship (P, OF).Coach's outlook: "On paper we look decent and I anticipate our being better than last year."Howard County Sun's outlook: The Raiders are a veteran team with superb pitching, a strong defense and ample hitting.

Del. Kevin Kelly tried to help his ex-girlfriend last year when she fell under suspicion of stealing thousands of dollars from her school. The Allegany County Democrat confronted the county Board of Education about theft allegations he called bunk. He assembled a trove of documents about the case, capped with his own, 130-page treatise on why Diane L. McFarland, an elementary school principal in Western Maryland for 17 years, was innocent.

State College, Pa.-- --With the game in the books, they leapt over the railings. They charged onto the field, scurrying, high-stepping and smiling. Strangers tackled each other, laughing as they rolled to the ground. Some waved signs - "We're back" and "The valley is happy again." Everyone just wanted to get close. Five years of frustration burst free onto the Beaver Stadium field after Penn State's 17-10 upset win over No. 6 Ohio State last night. Squeezing through a narrow crack was the old general, Joe Paterno, poking his way through the party.

Criminal cases are piling up in Allegany County, where a political standoff has left the District Court operating with one full-time judge since late last year. Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr., who selects judges, was given the names of three candidates for the county's judicial vacancy by a nominating panel in December. But nine months later, he has yet to interview any of the finalists. As a result, Allegany County now has the longest-standing judicial vacancy in the state. Some Republican leaders and court officials in Western Maryland say the holdup isn't because of who was nominated but who was not. The list does not include the name of Kevin Kelly, a Democratic state delegate from Allegany County and a longtime Ehrlich friend.

Progressives set right agenda for Democrats I was saddened to read Allegany County Del. Kevin Kelly's comments regarding Maryland's Democratic Party and last weekend's Maryland Progressive Summit ("Liberals seeking sway in state," Oct. 3). Deriding the progressive movement in the party as "wacko" is more damaging to the party as a whole than whatever point he was struggling to make. For years, the Republican Party has presented visions such as the "Contract with America" to lay out an agenda, often placing the Democrats on the defensive in their efforts to protect the accomplishments of the New Deal or the Great Society.

Atholton Raiders1998 record: 1-9 overall, 0-9 leagueCoach: Kevin Kelly (career 19-21)Classification: 2ATop players: Neal Halloran, Sr.,QB; Craig Smith, Sr., TE/DE; Jarrett Emery, Sr., OG/LB; Jeremy Butler, Sr., OT/DT; Brian Mullinix, Sr., FB/LB; Joe Levine, Sr., OT; Shaun Johnson, Sr., QB; Brandon Merrell, Sr., WR/DB.Outlook: Inexperience will bother the Raiders, who have just four senior returnees. They also have four first-year seniors among their 28 players. Depth is improved, because they had just 17 players last season, when they defeated only Northeast.

Atholton Raiders1997 record: 4-6 overall, 3-6 leagueCoach: Kevin Kelly (career, 18-12)Classification: 2ATop players: Sean Aaron, Sr., RB/LB; Mike Souder, Sr., C; Matt Adams, Sr., G; Mike Berman, Sr., T; Matt Pearce, Sr., T; Derek Pace, Sr., WR.; Neal Halloran, Jr., QB; Alex Carey, Sr., WR; Craig Smith, Jr., TE/DLOutlook: Atholton lost five of its last six games a year ago and suffered heavy losses to graduation. With just 17 players in uniform, the Raiders are struggling to field a team. "I have concerns about finishing the season," Kelly said.

State College, Pa.-- --With the game in the books, they leapt over the railings. They charged onto the field, scurrying, high-stepping and smiling. Strangers tackled each other, laughing as they rolled to the ground. Some waved signs - "We're back" and "The valley is happy again." Everyone just wanted to get close. Five years of frustration burst free onto the Beaver Stadium field after Penn State's 17-10 upset win over No. 6 Ohio State last night. Squeezing through a narrow crack was the old general, Joe Paterno, poking his way through the party.

COACH OF THE YEAR* Kevin Kelly, Atholton -- Atholton surprised a lot of people by making it to the state Class 2A championship game where it lost to Elkton, 6-5.When the season began it was a team loaded with question marks. The entire infield was new. Two outfield spots were up for grabs. The pitching was experienced with Keith Schultz and Shane Beaver, but Beaver's shoulder was sore and he couldn't pitch until midway through the season. Kelly did a nice job of bringing Beaver along slowly, pitching him just once a week so that he was ready for the playoffs where Beaver became nearly dominant enough to steal a state championship.

Atholton Raiders1996 record: 7-3 overall, 7-2 leagueCoach: Kevin Kelly (career: 14-6)Classification: 2ATop players: Lamar Porter, Sr., RB; Sean Aaron, Jr., RB; Ryan Lambert, Sr., QB/WR/DB; Wade Zancan, Sr., QB/DB; Matt Martiny, Sr., QB/DB; Matt Kensinger, Sr., T; Matt Pearce, Jr., T; Jared Albert, Sr., TE; Chris Shead, Sr., WR/DB.Outlook: The Raiders won their last six games last fall but missed the playoffs despite a second straight 7-3 season. Expectations are lower this season with enrollment dropping because of last year's opening of River Hill, plus the graduation of 19 seniors.