by Kate Evans Berkeley Springs resident Vivian (Yeakle) Graham just turned 92 years old and has fond memories she shared of both Hancock and Berkeley Springs from over the decades. Graham was born in Little Cove, Pennsylvania at Yeakle’s Mill, which is around 20 miles east of Hancock. Graham was[Read More…]
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Rohrersville Cornet Band to play free Hancock concert July 9
A free concert by the Rohrersville Cornet Band will be held on Sunday, July 9 at 2 p.m. in the Hancock Performing Arts Center at Town Hall, located at 126 West High Street in Hancock. The Rohrersville Cornet Band was organized in 1837 as McCoy’s Cornet Band and is Maryland’s[Read More…]
Outdoor recreation store opens in Berkeley Springs
by Lisa Schauer The aptly named Trail Depot opened recently across North Washington Street from Berkeley Springs train depot, the historic railway station and trailhead for a planned North Berkeley Rail Trail, expected to open within the next couple of years, connecting the town to a nationwide network of bike[Read More…]
What’s going on for the 4th of July?
Fireworks in Berkeley Springs Free public fireworks will be on display this Sunday, July 2 at Widmyer Elementary in Berkeley Springs starting at 9 p.m. Travel Berkeley Springs, with funding from the Morgan County Commission, presents the annual fireworks event. A note for those who will attend: parking at the[Read More…]
Morgantown woman creates top West Virginia Birthday Punch
First Lady Justice has announced the winner of her West Virginia Birthday Punch Contest. Cindy Scott of Morgantown was named the grand prize winner with her recipe – “Mountain Mama’s Refresher.” Scott joined First Lady Justice onstage, along with her college friend, Sandy Murcock. The two collaborated on the punch[Read More…]
Swim safely: Water safety is a family affair
by Kate Evans It’s that time of year when everyone enjoys cooling off in the water. Whether it’s in a public swimming pool, local lake, river or stream, home swimming pool or by the ocean, water is a favorite source of relief from the heat. A few tips can help[Read More…]
MAC unveils lineup for 2023 Summer Concerts in the Park Series
by Kate Evans The Morgan Arts Council’s (MAC) Summer Concerts in the Park series is back with a spectacular line-up of performers this year. Concerts run every Saturday from July 8 through August 19 beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Berkeley Springs State Park. Jill Klein Rone, MAC Summer Concert organizer,[Read More…]
Town of Paw Paw is working to preserve its historic buildings
by Kate Evans The Town of Paw Paw is moving to preserve some historical buildings as part of its history. The town recently submitted documents to nominate the Old Mayor’s Office and Jail (the old Town Hall) to the National Register of Historic Places. According to a press release from[Read More…]
Paw Paw Public Library summer reading program kicks off variety of activities for young readers
by Kate Evans The Paw Paw Public Library begins its annual summer reading program on Tuesday, June 27 with the theme of “West by God Virginia.” It will highlight the people, places, community, history and culture of West Virginia, said Library Director Ginny DeFrancesco. Summer program activities will include crafts,[Read More…]
Arts council & partners add new layer to summer music scene
by Kate Shunney Partnerships drive all community efforts, and the newest addition to Berkeley Springs’ summer music scene is no exception. Morgan Arts Council, in partnership with Travel Berkeley Springs and local restaurant Charlotte’s Café, will kick off a new Friday Night Music concert series this Friday, June 23 at[Read More…]