Berkeley Springs Pride will host its Sixth Annual Pride Picnic in the Park on Saturday, June 27 at Berkeley Springs State Park. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The picnic bring together residents and visitors for a day filled with music, activities,[Read More…]
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Light construction near Rutter’s will impact traffic
Construction of a traffic signal at the intersection of U.S. 522 and Cavendish Drive, which leads to the DMV and Rutter’s, could impact traffic flow on Valley Road. The West Virginia Division of Highways said the signal construction began on June 8. “There will be periodic lane closures and possible[Read More…]
Proposed northern sewer extension gets $1 million grant from state
by Kate Shunney The West Virginia Water Development Authority (WDA) has approved more than $17 million in Economic Enhancement Grant (EEG) funding for infrastructure projects in Mason and Wood counties, along with a sewer line extension north of Berkeley Springs. Governor Patrick Morrisey’s office made the announcement on Friday, June[Read More…]
Cruise-in draws classic cars to Pleasant View
Pleasant View Community Center held their annual Cruise-In on Saturday, June 6 with more than 30 cars on display with door prizes being awarded. Great snacks and delicious ice cream were served. “The event was cut short by a storm but nevertheless it was still a success,” said organizers. The[Read More…]
Free kids’ events at Tiny Shoppe Village June 20
Vendors at the Tiny Shoppe Village Carriage House Boutiques in Berkeley Springs will host a free afternoon of events for kids in the boutique courtyard on Saturday, June 20 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. At 12 p.m., local Berkeley Springs author Shelly Wheeler will read from her book, “I’m[Read More…]
J. Brown & Barbara Norton honored by state as History Heroes
by Kate Shunney The West Virginia Department of Tourism recognized this year’s recipients of the prestigious History Heroes Awards, honoring individuals whose dedication, leadership, and service have made a lasting impact on the preservation and promotion of local history. Paw Paw’s longtime residents Barbara and James Brown Norton are recipients[Read More…]
Morgan Arts Council kicks off summer programming & free concerts
by Lisa Schauer For the 39th year, Saturday Concerts in the Park are coming to Berkeley Springs State Park this summer. Produced by Morgan Arts Council, the summer music series has become a staple of the season. “This is our gift to the community,” said Jordan Warren, Executive Director of[Read More…]
Paw Paw pair jailed on burglary charges
A 911 caller from Great Cacapon alerted police to a burglary that took place at a residence on Rocky Pine Lane on Monday, May 4 at about 5:30 p.m. The caller said they check on their cousin’s home there about once a month. This time, they saw signs of forced[Read More…]
Discharge at natural gas facility closes down U.S. 522 temporarily on Sunday
by Kate Shunney Discharge from a valve at a natural gas pipeline connection point along Hancock Road in northern Morgan County on Sunday caused the temporary closure of U.S. 522 in both directions as gas company workers responded to the site. The discharge was detected by a passerby, as it[Read More…]
Larry Joe Field
Larry Joe Field 1942-2025 Larry Joe Field died May 12, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas. He was born on October 25, 1942 in York, Neb., to Joe and Jeanne Field and was raised in Grand Island, Neb., and always called GI home as he traveled the world. Larry joined the[Read More…]
