Helene Stella Weller 1933-2024 Helene Stella Weller, age 90, formerly of Warfordsburg, Pa., passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024, at War Memorial Hospital in Berkeley Springs, W.Va. Helene was born on November 11, 1933, in Big Cove Tannery, Pa., the daughter of the late David and Ethel McElhaney Harr.[Read More…]
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Thomas Emil Zahnow
Thomas Emil Zahnow 1961-2024 Thomas Emil Zahnow, age 63, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died on Monday, September 9, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family and while under the care of Hospice of the Panhandle. Born February 10, 1961 in Santa Ana, Calif., he was the son of the[Read More…]
Police assess school safety after social media comments, find no credible threat
The Morgan County Sheriff’s Department worked with Morgan County Schools this morning to address comments made on social media about a possible school violence threat at Berkeley Springs High School. Law enforcement found no credible threat to student safety and classes are going on today. Despite police presence on the[Read More…]
NRGRDA, W.Va. Association of Regional Councils leading West Virginia Child Care Economic Impact Survey
Deadline looms for Mountain State’s child care community West Virginia Press Association BECKLEY, W.Va. – In collaboration with the West Virginia Association of Regional Councils, and supported by the WV Economic Development Council, the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) is launching the West Virginia Child Care Economic Impact Survey to[Read More…]
APTA-West Virginia training to focus on latest treatment strategies
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia physical therapists, committed to learning the most advanced methods about treating back pain and other physical ailments, will welcome a leading training expert to the upcoming annual conference of the West Virginia Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA-WV). APTA-WV[Read More…]
Lady Indians dominate in victory over Frankfort Falcons
by Jamie Harris On Tuesday, August 27, the Berkeley Springs High School Lady Indians soccer team traveled to Ridgely, for a thrilling showdown against sectional rival, the Frankfort Falcons. The Lady Tribe delivered a commanding performance, securing a 6-2 victory and showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive strength. Sophomore Circe[Read More…]
BSHS Athletic Boosters crowns Delilah Rhoten as 2024 Miss Indian
by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs Athletic Boosters hosted their fifth annual Miss Indian contest this year, featuring three determined participants who competed to support the school’s athletic programs. Seniors Delilah Rhoten and Tenacious Ray spent their summer raising funds through various activities from May 23 to August 23. The[Read More…]
Berkeley Springs Indians fall to Petersburg Vikings in season opener
by Jamie Harris Last Friday night, August 30, the atmosphere at Morgan Field was electric as the Berkeley Springs Indians kicked off the 2024 football season, hosting the Petersburg Vikings. The Indians were eager to start strong and catch the Vikings off guard, but Petersburg had other plans. The Vikings’[Read More…]
Fireman’s Carnival overcomes summer storms
Five days of carnival fun became six last week as summer storms interrupted evening activities several times at South Morgan Volunteer Fire Department. Carnival organizers extended the event into Sunday to make up for time lost, especially on Saturday evening when a severe thunderstorm barreled through the region. Fire department[Read More…]
9-11 Memorial Garden to break ground in Berkeley Springs
by Lisa Schauer The Morgan County CEOS Garden Club is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 9-11 memorial garden at the old War Memorial Hospital complex on Wednesday, September 11. The ADA accessible community garden will be located at the WVU Extension Office, 80 War Memorial Trail in Berkeley[Read More…]
