Founded in 1893 by S.S. Buzzerd
by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs Indians boys’ basketball program endured a week of highs, lows, comebacks and standout performances as the varsity squad pushed its season record to 6–3 following a split against Keyser and Clear Spring. On Tuesday, January 6, the Indians loaded the buses and traveled to[Read More…]
by Jamie Harris The Paw Paw Pirates gave their fans plenty to celebrate this week as they defended the Pirate Cove with two impressive home wins, improving their season record to 3-4 and showcasing the kind of momentum that can change the trajectory of a year. Behind the sizzling play[Read More…]
by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs Lady Indians wrestling team hit the road Friday, January 9, traveling to St. Mary’s High School to compete in the annual Pen Mar Lady Blue Devils Invitational. Against a competitive field of programs from across the region, the Lady Indians once again proved they[Read More…]
by Geoff Fox The C&O Canal towpath from the 123 mile marker in Hancock to the 155 mile marker at the Paw Paw Tunnel, is currently being resurfaced in a project that will run through early summer. A subsequent phase will focus on Lock 42, which is the 89-mile marker,[Read More…]
by Lisa Schauer Human trafficking is on the rise in West Virginia, paralleling the opioid epidemic, according to Legal Aid of West Virginia, and West Virginia Human Trafficking Task Force. But human trafficking, including sex trafficking and labor exploitation, might be hard to spot. It doesn’t look as portrayed in[Read More…]
County resident Dudley Cable will lead a workshop on active listening and non-violent communication on Monday, January 19 and Monday, January 26,. The classes will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, located at 180 S. Washington Street. The program is free and open to[Read More…]
by Kate Shunney Registered voters who are interested in running for public office in 2026 can now take their step toward candidacy, as the candidate filing period opened on Monday, January 12 and remains open through Saturday, January 31. Candidates who running for statewide and legislative offices, state executive committee,[Read More…]
Bertha Jane McCoy 1942-2026 Bertha Jane McCoy, age 83, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family and while under the care of Hospice of the Panhandle. Born February 1, 1942 in Romney, W.Va., she was the daughter of the[Read More…]
Richard Jerry Haynes, Sr. 1944-2026 Richard Jerry Haynes, Sr., age 81, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at Winchester Health and Rehabilitation Center, Winchester, Va. Born September 11, 1944 in Montgomery County, Md., he was the son of the late Herbert Leroy and Gladys Mae Voight Haynes. He was[Read More…]
June Perry Redick 1936-2026 June Perry Redick, age 89, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Winchester Medical Center. Born February 16, 1936 in Berkeley Springs, W.Va. she was the daughter of the late Vernon and Hattie Virginia Pittsnogle Perry. She was an active member[Read More…]
