by Trish Rudder A steam locomotive bell weighing between 220-300 pounds was recently donated from Berkeley Springs resident Larry Bowers to the Depot. Mr. Bowers said on Monday that the bell was on the train that was retired years ago at the same time the engineer retired. “He took the[Read More…]
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Bath Police Chief resigns; interim chief to be decided
by Trish Rudder Bath Police Chief William Carper resigned his position on May 28. It was not disclosed in the Bath Town Council meeting on June 4. According to a message to The Morgan Messenger on Monday evening, June 10, it said that Carper was forced to resign and Mayor[Read More…]
Funding, Key Bridge delay discussion of MARC train options into Western Maryland
by Geoff Fox Early last year, the Maryland Transit Authority announced they were conducting a survey to weigh the feasibility of bringing the MARC commuter train service to Western Maryland. The proposed extension could add stops in the area — in Hancock/Cumberland on the CSX out of Martinsburg on the[Read More…]
Prevent heat-related illness during summer heat waves
by Kate Evans Summer fun can continue through the hot days of summer, but extreme heat can pose a real challenge for individuals and families. Take some basic steps to keep yourself, neighbors, older relatives and children healthy during a heat wave. Here are some important tips that will help[Read More…]
West Virginia has a severe shortage of direct care professionals: Here’s how you can help
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Help your community while earning money — that’s the opportunity that the West Virginia pathways to Professional In-Home Care is offering. The West Virginia Department of Human Services has partnered with the West Virginia University Health Affairs Institute to create a new training[Read More…]
David Gareth Foulds
David Gareth Foulds David Gareth Foulds passed from our lives on Wednesday, June 5th at Winchester Hospital. He was born and lived his formative years in Missouri before moving to San Antonio, Texas, to attend Trinity University. Between his junior and senior years, he volunteered as part of Operation Crossroads Africa[Read More…]
Brian W. Peck
Brian W. Peck 1959-2024 Brian W. Peck, age 65, of Warfordsburg, Pa., went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at home with his family by his side. Brian was born on April 8, 1959, in McConnellsburg, Pa., the son of the late Warren F.[Read More…]
Charlotte Evelyn Clippinger
Charlotte Evelyn Clippinger 1938-2024 Charlotte Evelyn Clippinger, age 85, of Warfordsburg, Pa., passed peacefully at home on Friday, June 7, 2024. Born August 16, 1938 in Cumberland, Md., she was the daughter of the late D. Franklin and Blanche Ray Robinette, and wife of Donald E. Clippinger. In addition to[Read More…]
Roger Lee Youngblood
Roger Lee Youngblood 1946-2024 Roger Lee Youngblood, age 77, of Great Cacapon, W.Va., died on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family and while under the care of Hospice of the Panhandle. Born December 10, 1946 in Martinsburg, W.Va., he was the son of Cecelia[Read More…]
Mason County Clerk to lead county officials in 2024-25
Diana Cromley named as new president of WV Association of Counties West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The WV Association of Counties (WVACo) held its annual Spring Board Meeting last week at Cacapon Resort State Park in Morgan County and on June 3 installed Mason County Clerk Diana Cromley as[Read More…]
