Melvin Douglas Patton 1957-2024 Melvin Douglas “Doug” Patton, age 66, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family and while under the care of Hospice of the Panhandle. Born June 8, 1957 in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., he was the son[Read More…]
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Paw Paw to host 64th Annual William H. Norton Memorial Day Parade this Saturday
Paw Paw community organizers will once again host Morgan County’s only Memorial Day parade this Saturday, May 25 beginning at 1 p.m. Prior to the parade, at 10 a.m. there will be a wreath laying at Woodrow Union Church, and then at 11 a.m. American Legion Post #128 will host[Read More…]
New regulations for B&Bs and short-term rentals in Town of Bath could be effective July 1
by Trish Rudder Adding to the Town of Bath Municipal Code Chapter 18, Article 5, “Bed and Breakfast Facilities, AIRBNB and other short-term rental facilities,” the Bath Town Council passed a first reading on May 7 regarding new regulations for operating these facilities. A second reading of the ordinance was[Read More…]
County’s Class of 2024 crosses the stage this week
Morgan County’s two high schools will recognize their graduates this week as they say goodbye and good luck to the Class of 2024. Berkeley Springs High School’s commencement will be held at the school on Thursday, May 23 at 5:30 p.m. Paw Paw High School will hold its graduation ceremony[Read More…]
Hamrick is State Champion
by Jamie Harris Years of crafting the art of pole vaulting has finally paid off for Berkeley Springs senior Dakota Hamrick. The hard work and dedication was on dis- play this past weekend in Charleston, at the Class AA State Track and Field Championships. Last year, Hamrick finished as the[Read More…]
She was one of 325: Morgan County nurse cared for WWI wounded near the front
by Terry Golden The Morgan County Historical and Genealogical Society (MCHGS) members research local history and enjoy sharing their findings with others. So, what’s in a name? That is a good question, especially when it pertains to the genealogical research of individuals. First names of individuals at times were not[Read More…]
Maryland SHA to begin work on US 522 bridge over I-70
by Geoff Fox Work is set to begin on the section of bridge on U.S. 522 that goes over eastbound Interstate 70 in Hancock. The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is beginning construction of a $10.9 million project to replace the US 522 bridge over eastbound I-70 in[Read More…]
Paw Paw Library unveils winning logo
The Paw Paw Library needed a logo – one to let everyone know all about the Paw Paw local library. The logo chosen will be used on the library’s printed materials, flyers, newsletters, website and more. The Logo Contest took place from March 18 to April 27. Ginny DiFrancesco, librarian,[Read More…]
“Schools Out” youth rock concert set for June 1
BlackCat Music Cooperative presents the free “School’s Out for Summer Rock Show ‘24” featuring three talented youth groups at the historic Star Theatre on Saturday, June 1 at 7 p.m. Under the direction of Jonathan McBee and Adam Kary, The BlackCat School of Rock, The BlackCat School of Rock JR,[Read More…]
Free class offered on Adult Mental Health First Aid
The Berkeley Springs-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce and Blue Ridge Community & Technical College announce a free Adult Mental Health First Aid class on Thursday, June 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 4. p.m. This continues a series of interesting and informative seminars, and will be held at Blue Ridge Community[Read More…]
