Slick road conditions in the early hours of Sunday, December 14 contributed to the crash of a tractor-trailer accident in the 13000 block of Valley Road, just north of the Virginia line. The truck and trailer rolled over onto the western shoulder of the roadway. The accident closed both lanes[Read More…]
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Winter weather poses increased risks for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias
reprinted with permission from West Virginia Daily News As winter continues, colder temperatures, snow, ice and early nightfall can pose serious risks for the 38,100 individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias in West Virginia. For their 65,000 unpaid caregivers, the season brings added stress and challenges in ensuring their[Read More…]
Seely Foundation awards over $24,000 to Morgan County Schools for innovative projects
The Seely Foundation Paradox Fund Principal’s Awards have invested $24,287 in Morgan County Schools this year, supporting outstanding and innovative learning projects across the county. Thirty grant proposals were submitted by dedicated teachers and administrators, and sixteen projects were selected for funding, reflecting the creativity and commitment of local educators.[Read More…]
Friday night ATV accident in Fulton County claims life of Hancock woman
by Geoff Fox A 36 year old Hancock woman was killed in an ATV accident in southern Fulton County late Friday night, December 12, on Negro Mountain Road. According to Pennsylvania State Police, Holley Elizabeth Appel was the named victim of the crash. Police reported that the accident occurred just[Read More…]
Local conservation & watershed groups receive state environmental grants for water and tree work
Several Morgan County and Eastern Panhandle conservation and environmental groups received grant funding from the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection during the most recent round of funding awards. The governor’s office made the award list public during a press event on December 12. Among the groups to receive grant[Read More…]
Business leaders gather for annual Chamber celebration
The Holiday Membership Reception, hosted by the Berkeley Springs–Morgan County Chamber of Commerce on December 8, brought together a wide cross-section of Morgan County’s business community, offering an evening of appreciation, connection, and celebration at Cacapon State Park. The event included a buffet dinner and prizes, donated by local businesses.[Read More…]
Deep cold settles in for a few days
After lunch on Monday, December 15, the temperature locally still hadn’t budged past 20 degrees. A few days of below freezing weather held tight, causing a two-hour delay to the start of school on Monday and some cancellations on Sunday morning as wet surfaces froze. By Tuesday afternoon, temperatures rose[Read More…]
Winterfest parade carries on hometown holiday tradition
Cold night air crackled with excitement as the ninth annual Winterfest parade stepped off in downtown Berkeley Springs on Saturday, December 6. Following the Tri-state Honor Guard, Warm Springs Middle School marching band led the parade with instructor Ian Helmick. Floats with Christmas characters, emergency vehicles with flashing lights, and[Read More…]
Berkeley Springs Cocoa Crawl warms holiday spirits, brightens downtown streets
by Lisa Schauer The eighth annual Berkeley Springs Cocoa Crawl filled downtown sidewalks with a festive crowd on Friday evening, December 5. Frigid temperatures didn’t deter locals and visitors of all ages from coming out for some holiday cheer. Nineteen local businesses and community organizations opened hot cocoa stops all[Read More…]
Free emergency medical skill class open for registration
The Morgan County Preparedness Project, sponsored by the Morgan County Emergency Communications Network, will hold two free trainings this month, offering Emergency Medical Techniques to be used in disaster or other emergency situations. The classes will run from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, December 16 and Saturday, December[Read More…]
