A Berkeley Springs woman has pled no contest to gross child neglect with risk of serious injury, and DUI with child. Kathleen E. Virts, 31, was the driver in a single-vehicle collision that occurred on Green Oak Road at about 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, 2025, according to a[Read More…]
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County shifts emergency alert service to new provider, asks residents to sign up
by Kate Shunney In an emergency situation, getting reliable information you can use in a timely way can be a literal lifesaver. Morgan County’s Director of Emergency Services wants county residents to get that information through a new free program called Smart911. Smart911 is an app-based emergency alert system that[Read More…]
Supreme Court suspends Magistrate Shambaugh for violations of judicial conduct
by Kate Shunney In an order filed in the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia at 4:52 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, the court has temporarily suspended Morgan County Magistrate Vince Shambaugh from his duties on the bench with pay. Supreme Court of Appeals order According to the court[Read More…]
Berkeley Springs Pride hosts 6th annual Picnic in the Park
Berkeley Springs Pride will host its Sixth Annual Pride Picnic in the Park on Saturday, June 27 at Berkeley Springs State Park. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The picnic bring together residents and visitors for a day filled with music, activities,[Read More…]
Light construction near Rutter’s will impact traffic
Construction of a traffic signal at the intersection of U.S. 522 and Cavendish Drive, which leads to the DMV and Rutter’s, could impact traffic flow on Valley Road. The West Virginia Division of Highways said the signal construction began on June 8. “There will be periodic lane closures and possible[Read More…]
Proposed northern sewer extension gets $1 million grant from state
by Kate Shunney The West Virginia Water Development Authority (WDA) has approved more than $17 million in Economic Enhancement Grant (EEG) funding for infrastructure projects in Mason and Wood counties, along with a sewer line extension north of Berkeley Springs. Governor Patrick Morrisey’s office made the announcement on Friday, June[Read More…]
Cruise-in draws classic cars to Pleasant View
Pleasant View Community Center held their annual Cruise-In on Saturday, June 6 with more than 30 cars on display with door prizes being awarded. Great snacks and delicious ice cream were served. “The event was cut short by a storm but nevertheless it was still a success,” said organizers. The[Read More…]
Free kids’ events at Tiny Shoppe Village June 20
Vendors at the Tiny Shoppe Village Carriage House Boutiques in Berkeley Springs will host a free afternoon of events for kids in the boutique courtyard on Saturday, June 20 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. At 12 p.m., local Berkeley Springs author Shelly Wheeler will read from her book, “I’m[Read More…]
J. Brown & Barbara Norton honored by state as History Heroes
by Kate Shunney The West Virginia Department of Tourism recognized this year’s recipients of the prestigious History Heroes Awards, honoring individuals whose dedication, leadership, and service have made a lasting impact on the preservation and promotion of local history. Paw Paw’s longtime residents Barbara and James Brown Norton are recipients[Read More…]
Morgan Arts Council kicks off summer programming & free concerts
by Lisa Schauer For the 39th year, Saturday Concerts in the Park are coming to Berkeley Springs State Park this summer. Produced by Morgan Arts Council, the summer music series has become a staple of the season. “This is our gift to the community,” said Jordan Warren, Executive Director of[Read More…]
