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• Middletown Man, 46, Dies in I-81 Crash in Frederick County (thewinchestergazette.com) — A 46-year-old Middletown resident, Brian A. Lamb, was killed Monday morning when his SUV left I-81 in Frederick County, overturned, and struck a tree, according to state police. Family and friends are remembering his big personality, coaching work, and community ties, while an online fundraiser is helping his loved ones cover funeral and other sudden expenses.
   

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