The Morgan County Grand Jury met for their September term on Tuesday, September 1 before Circuit Judge Debra McLaughlin and returned 23 separate indictments for 22 individuals. Indictments are not convictions, but mean the Grand Jury found enough evidence to advance the cases in Morgan County Circuit Court. Each individual[Read More…]
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Louise Edna Golden
Louise Edna Golden 1935-2026 Louise Edna Golden, age 90, of Hancock, Md., passed away Saturday, August 29, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born September 15, 1935, in Millstone, Md, she was the daughter of the late Roger Elwood and Kittie Irene Younker Weller. She was a[Read More…]
Indians and Lady Indians Cross Country open season strong at University High meet
by Jamie Harris With heavy hearts but determined spirits, the Berkeley Springs Indians and Lady Indians Cross Country teams opened their 2026 season on Wednesday, August 26, at the University High School Cross Country Meet in Morgantown. The athletes continue to carry the memory of former teammate Josh Walls,[Read More…]
Paul Edward Haber, Jr.
Paul Edward Haber, Jr. 1941-2026 Paul Edward “Eddie” Haber, Jr., 85, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, August 27, 2026, surrounded by family. Eddie was born on May 17, 1941, in Washington, D.C., to the late Paul Edward Haber, Sr., and Melvina (Robinson) Haber.[Read More…]
Lady Pirates open 2026 season with grit, determination and a signature victory
by Jamie Harris The 2026 volleyball season is officially underway, and the Paw Paw Lady Pirates, under the leadership of veteran head coach Holly Palmer, wasted no time showing the heart, hustle and competitive spirit that have become trademarks of the program. Traveling to Petersburg on August 25 for a[Read More…]
Joyce Ann Younker
Joyce Ann Younker 1952-2026 Joyce Ann Younker, 74, of Hancock, Md. passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026, at her residence. Born Saturday, March 15, 1952, in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late George W. and Wanda L. Vanorsdale Fleece, Sr. Joyce attended Berkeley Springs School.[Read More…]
Lady Indians open season with statement win, battle Vikings in five-set thriller
by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs Lady Indians volleyball team opened the season by proving they are ready to compete with anyone, earning a hard-fought road victory over longtime regional rival Frankfort before nearly knocking off another tough foe, Petersburg, in a five-set marathon. The Lady Indians hit the road[Read More…]
James William Hardisty
James William Hardisty 1956-2026 James W. Hardisty, age 69, of Great Cacapon, W.Va., was called home on Saturday, August 22. 2026. He was born to the late Clayton Leroy Hardisty and Harriet (Wells) Hardisty, and shared 39 years of marriage with his beloved late wife, Loretta (Murray) Hardisty. He is[Read More…]
Indians earn weekly split, Coach Hiles celebrates first varsity victory
by Jamie Harris The Berkeley Springs Indians experienced both ends of the soccer spectrum this week, suffering a tough loss to a regional powerhouse before rebounding in impressive fashion to secure their first victory of the season and the first varsity win for new head coach Jamie Hiles. The week[Read More…]
Ira Melvin Manley
Ira Melvin Manley 1936-2026 Ira Melvin Manley, age 90, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away on Saturday August 29, 2026, at Valley Health Winchester Medical Center in Winchester, Va. Born July 30th, 1936, in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., he was the son of Eva Lavina Fox and was raised by his[Read More…]
