by Jamie Harris What began as a season still reeling from the heartache of the sudden loss of beloved teacher and long-time athletic director Jeff Palmer in September suddenly turned into a celebration of resilience, pride, and pure athletic brilliance this past weekend at Laidley Field. From the heart of[Read More…]
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Donovan Tanouye claims state gold in record breaking fashion
by Jamie Harris If there were ever a script to define grit, legacy and redemption, Donovan Tanouye just authored the final chapter. On Friday, May 23, Paw Paw’s most decorated athlete in school history walked across the graduation stage, diploma in hand. But just hours later in the state capital[Read More…]
STATE CHAMPION: Shayla Tanouye makes history for Paw Paw
by Jamie Harris A small town. A mighty spirit. And now, a historic moment that will never be forgotten. Junior Shayla Tanouye didn’t just make headlines she made school history, becoming the first state champion in Paw Paw history with a sensational performance in the Class A State Track &[Read More…]
Cicadas are back in Brood XIV emergence
Some parts of our region will witness another cicada emergence this spring and summer – the arrival of Brood XIV. According to the USDA Forest Service, this brood of cicadas will be seen emerging after the ground warms above 64 degrees, and will stay around for four to six weeks.[Read More…]
5th Bringing in the May fills park with wonder & whimsy
For the fifth year in a row, Berkeley Springs welcomed the arrival of spring with “Bringing in the May.” This year’s festivities, held on the third weekend of May in Berkeley Springs State Park, brought residents and visitors together for a joyous celebration of the season, filled with traditional activities,[Read More…]
Founder of East Coast Sturgis bike rally killed in motorcycle accident
by Geoff Fox The founder and host of the East Coast Sturgis motorcycle rally in Little Orleans was killed in a motorcycle accident in west of Hancock on Monday evening, May 19. According to Maryland State Police, just before 8 p.m., troopers from the Cumberland Barrack responded to the area[Read More…]
Maryland man sentenced for drug trafficking in Eastern Panhandle
Juan Manuel De La Rosa-Tejeda, also known as “Little Papi,” 39, of Hagerstown, Maryland, was sentenced to 121 months in federal prison for cocaine distribution. According to court documents and statements made in court, De La Rosa-Tejeda was one of the leaders of the drug trafficking conspiracy, selling large quantities[Read More…]
Kessel and Anderson are top grads of BSHS Class of 2025
Elizabeth Kessel was named the Valedictorian of the Berkeley Springs High School Class of 2025, and Kevin Anderson was named Salutatorian of the class. There were 120 graduates in the Class of 2025, which held their commencement on Thursday, May 22 at Berkeley Springs High School’s football field amid unpredictable[Read More…]
Mullins & Harrold are Paw Paw top grads
Myley Mullins was named Valedictorian of the Paw Paw High School Class of 2025. Andrew Harrold was chosen as the Salutatorian of the graduating class. Commencement ceremonies were held on Friday, May 23 at Paw Paw High School. Myley Mullins Myley Mullins is the vice president of the senior class. [Read More…]
65th Annual Memorial Day parade steps off under sunny skies in Paw Paw
by Lisa Schauer The 65th annual William H. Norton Memorial Day parade was greeted by Goldilocks weather in Paw Paw on Saturday, May 24. Unseasonably cool temperatures, and clear skies set the stage for a patriotic parade through the small town. A spirited crowd lined Winchester Street, waving and cheering,[Read More…]
