Doris M. Dodge Doris M. Dodge, 91, of Berkeley Springs, died Saturday, November 1, 2025 at the Berkeley Springs Healthcare Center. Services will be at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are being handled by Helsley-Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Berkeley Springs.
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Indians punch ticket to states with stunning third-place finish at regionals
Bella Shoemaker qualifies for states with 13th place finish by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs Indians cross country team delivered one of the most thrilling surprises of the Region II Championships this past Saturday, October 25, clinching a coveted third-place finish and a berth to the Class AA State Cross[Read More…]
Lady Indians storm into Regional Championship after back-to-back wins
by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs Lady Indians soccer team is on a roll, punching their ticket to the Class AA-A Region II Championship after two commanding tournament victories that electrified their hometown crowd and showcased their grit, skill, and determination. In the opening round of regional play, the Lady[Read More…]
It’s a Halloween hoot!
Nothing takes the sting of creepiness and fright out of the dark corners of Halloween more than a good old-fashioned joke. Here are a few borrowed from the crypts of the interwebs to give those ghouls and boys a chuckle (or a groan): –Why didn’t the skeleton go to the[Read More…]
Putting more paw paws in Paw Paw
Grant partnership adds trees to municipal park by Kate Shunney Many hands helped make quick work of the planting of 13 paw paw trees and seven elderberry bushes in Paw Paw’s municipal park near the Potomac River access last Wednesday, October 22. Students from Megan Bradfield’s science class at Paw[Read More…]
Deputies detain, transfer undocumented individuals to ICE under task force agreement
by Kate Shunney Morgan County Sheriff’s Department has been working with federal agents toward a 287 (g) agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for several months, an arrangement in which local officers can alert ICE agents to the presence of suspects without immigration documentation or legal status. Last[Read More…]
Simple Steps for an Extra Safe Halloween
from the National Safety Council Kids love the magic of Halloween, but costume and traffic safety are essential for trick-or-treaters. These tips can help make a safe and happy holiday for everyone. Costume Safety To help ensure adults and children have a safe holiday, follow these Halloween safety tips: Be[Read More…]
Civil War & civic groups to host Veterans Day event at Greenway Cemetery, recognizing historic graves
by Lisa Schauer Commemoration of a Civil War veteran’s restored gravestone, along with the dedication of an informational sign, is planned for a Veterans Day event on Tuesday, November 11 from 2 until 4 p.m. at Greenway Cemetery in Berkeley Springs. Guided tours of Civil War graves will be provided[Read More…]
Early school data for year shows rise in student reading skills, struggles with math
by Kate Shunney Morgan County Schools’ directors for elementary and secondary education updated Board of Education members last week about the results of beginning of the year testing of student subject mastery, pointing to reading highlights and struggles with math. Elementary Education Director Summer McClintock shared data charts with board[Read More…]
PASS Program, pairing adult mentors with students, to be revived in Morgan County Schools
by Kate Shunney After struggling through challenges posed by COVID and a changing volunteer base, a long-running program to pair adult volunteers with students who need extra support is getting rejuvenated in Morgan County Schools. The PASS Program, which was run by longtime leader Karen Whisner, has been on pause[Read More…]
