The Morgan County Commission penned their support for hospice care and the Hospice of the Panhandle during their November 20 meeting, noting that end of life palliative care allows residents to experience the highest quality of life. November was National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Pictured, from left, are Commissioners[Read More…]
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Health officials voice concern about surge in measles and whooping cough cases
by Kate Evans The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and WHO are warning about the substantial rise in cases of measles and whooping cough (pertussis) in the United States and globally. Health officials say inadequate vaccination rates globally has brought these childhood diseases back to the U.S. after[Read More…]
The Whistle Stop features antiques, collectibles, crafts & much more
by Kate Evans If you’re hunting holiday décor, vintage items or unique gifts, the Whistle Stop, a new Berkeley Springs multi-vendor shopping mall, offers antiques, collectibles, memorabilia, novelties and more. The Whistle Stop originally opened August 30 and recently had its grand opening on October 26. It is located at[Read More…]
Berkeley Springs Lions Club hosts first community Thanksgiving dinner
by Lisa Schauer For decades, the Hancock Lions Club has hosted an annual community Christmas dinner as a way of giving back. For the first time, the Berkeley Springs Lions Club hosted a community Thanksgiving dinner, held at Berkeley Springs Moose Lodge 1483 on Saturday, November 23. “We were looking[Read More…]
Free webinar shares strategies for using opioid settlement funds to tackle substance use disorders
The National Academies Forum on Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders will host a public webinar on Thursday, December 5 exploring effective models to address mental health and substance use disorders. The free webinar will highlight strategies for successful and equitable abatement for state and local jurisdictions receiving opioid settlement[Read More…]
County approves investigator for prosecutor’s office, paid with opioid settlement funds
by Kate Shunney In an effort to move criminal cases through the courts more quickly and save on the county’s jail bill, the Morgan County Commission voted to hire a part-time investigator for the Prosecuting Attorney’s office. The position will be paid for out of proceeds from West Virginia’s opioid[Read More…]
America’s favorite fall flavor: It’s the Great Pumpkin
by Lisa Schauer Walk down the “American food” section of an overseas grocery store, and you’ll find canned pumpkin, alongside peanut butter, maple syrup, ketchup, mustard, relish, and processed foods like pastries and snack cakes. Yet pumpkin stands out as a superfood among America’s favorites. Loaded with protein and fiber,[Read More…]
State’s burn ban lifted
The recent statewide ban on all types of outdoor burning expired on Friday, November 15. This comes after the state received significant rainfall. The ban was lifted at the request of the Division of Forestry. “After some much-needed rainfall, our experts at Forestry have advised me that it’s safe to[Read More…]
Annual Winter Fest Parade gets in gear for December 7
by Trish Rudder The Bath Christmas Project Inc. received approval from the Town of Bath to use the Berkeley Springs train depot lot for the Annual WinterFest parade entrees’ line up on Saturday, December 7 from 2 to 9 p.m. At the November 5 Bath Town Council meeting, the town[Read More…]
Supreme Court denies McCauley sentencing appeal
by Kate Shunney The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals last Wednesday denied an appeal filed by Andy McCauley, Jr. asking for his life sentence for the murder of Riley Crossman to be overturned. Justices were unanimous in rejecting the three arguments in McCauley’s appeal. Justice Wooten delivered the opinion[Read More…]
