by Lisa Schauer After a distinguished 28-year military career, Scott Wachter of Berkeley Springs was honored at a retirement ceremony held in the lodge at Cacapon State Park on Sunday, November 16. Wachter was presented with a commendation from the West Virginia Senate for his dedicated military service in the[Read More…]
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Volunteers show up for “Operation save Christmas”
by Lisa Schauer A dozen community volunteers showed up to help decorate Berkeley Springs State Park for the holidays on Saturday, November 15. They put bows on light poles, decorated the gazebo, and hung lights on the garden arch. Part of “Operation save Christmas,” volunteers meet at the “elf shack,”[Read More…]
Bath gears up for Christmas with event signups, call for volunteers
by Lisa Schauer Santa’s elves at the North Pole are surely just as busy as those here in the Town of Bath preparing for Christmas. Volunteers are needed in an “Operation Save Christmas” drive to decorate the town for the holidays. Anyone who can lift, carry, or hold a ladder[Read More…]
Knights honor veterans in wreath ceremony
Rev. Stephen Vallelonga delivered a blessing to veterans during the Knights of Columbus’ annual Veterans Day wreath laying ceremony on Sunday, November 9. Knight Larry Landon welcomed everyone and said a few words about how people from Morgan County, especially those on the three memorials, defended or country. Town of[Read More…]
4th Annual Cacapon River Environmental Short Film Fest returns Nov. 15
The Friends of the Cacapon River is hosting the fourth annual Cacapon River Environmental Short Film Festival. The free event will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Historic Star Theater in Berkeley Springs. The festival will celebrate the beauty of our West[Read More…]
Girl Scouts honor founder with giving
Girl Scout Troop 15151 celebrated the birthday of founder Juliette Gordon Lowe by filling the Blessing Box on Washington St. with snack bags that included cracker packs, puddings, and other goodies along with a note. Pictured, back row from left, are: Kyra Barney, Troop leader Clarissa Steele, Coral Hobday, Presley[Read More…]
Civil War history event to take place at Greenway Cemetery on Veterans Day
A Civil War event commemorating Brevet General Simon Forester Barstow will be held at Greenway Cemetery on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. Guests should arrive 15 minutes early. Dr. Daniel Murphy will act as master of ceremonies. The Civil War Trails organization, based in Williamsburg,[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…]
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…]
