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BISFA student films selected for All-American High School Film Festival
Seven student films from Barbara Ingram School for the Arts' photo and cinema department have been selected for the All-American High School Film Festival this fall in New York. The films were selected from more than 2,500 submissions from 50 states and more than 40 countries. Two of the films...
Jefferson Ruritan Carnival
The annual Jefferson Ruritan Carnival will be held from July 22 to 27. Saturday night food platters include fried chicken and fried shrimp, 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20/adults, $10/child (6-12), free for 5 and under. Jumptown Band will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday.
Deacon Franklin “Frank” K. Hung
Deacon Franklin K. Hung, 79, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on July 16, 2024, in Frederick, Maryland. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend to so many. Love was the hallmark of Deacon Frank’s life— love for our Lord and His Church and love for others.
State agency says changes to PJM transmission-planning procedures give utilities unfair control
The Maryland Office of People’s Counsel, a state agency representing Maryland residential utility service users, claims that proposed changes to planning protocols made by PJM Interconnection and its transmission-owning utilities would give those companies too much influence. PJM, which operates the regional power grid across multiple states, has a consolidated transmission owners agreement ...
Martinsburg to host American Legion State Tournament Thursday
MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — The best squads in West Virginia American Legion baseball will be in Martinsburg this weekend for the West Virginia State Legion Tournament. The eight-team field is populated by perennial powerhouses, programs on the rise, and a few Cinderella stories. “I think they’re confident and have overcome...
Martinsburg Native Scores Dancer Role In ‘Hamilton’ Touring Company
Martinsburg native Sabrina Harrison grew up dancing at a local studio. She took that passion for dance with her into college, and now into a full-time career in New York City. Next month, Harrison will join the touring cast for the musical “Hamilton,” and she’ll be dancing on stages across the United States. Eastern Panhandle Reporter Jack Walker spoke with Harrison to discuss her upbringing in West Virginia, and her career so far.
Hagerstown man charged in recent double shooting that left one dead
Hagerstown Police have arrested one of two suspects in last Thursday's fatal shooting near downtown Hagerstown, according to court documents. Brandon Lamont Hinton Jr., 24, is facing numerous charges including first-degree murder for the death of Rusty Mark Edwards, 49, according to charging documents filed in Washington County District Court. Edwards would have turned 50 on Saturday. ...
Frederick Police Department Chief Jason Lando Calls in
Justin, Scott, and Spiegel chat with Frederick Police Department Chief, Jason Lando. Lando was front and center on your TV’s recently as his police department was documented on the police reality/docuseries On Patrol: Live. Lando talks more about the process and what it was like to have a camera...
Washington County nonprofit delivers wholesome summer fun for youth
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — The Girls Inc. of Washington County is opening its doors to young women with fun summer learning experiences they might otherwise not have had. For 75 years the nonprofit has followed the motto: Strong. Smart. Bold. Girls Inc. is part of a national nonprofit organization. It provides STEM […]
Bridgeport Post 68 Faces Potomac Valley Post 64 in First Round of American Legion State Tournament
Bridgeport Post 68 will begin play in the 2024 West Virginia American Legion Baseball State Tournament at 10 a.m. today. Post 68 (18-13) meets Potomac Valley Post 64 (16-13) in the first game of the double-elimination event at PO Faulkner Park in Martinsburg. The winner will advance to play the...
Investment in Hagerstown properties driving housing, commercial revival
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — The City of Hagerstown is celebrating a new development downtown, which could signal a revival for some properties. Over the past four years, more than $1 billion has been invested in residential and commercial development in Hagerstown. Emily Conrad, who works for the city, said she sees incentives driving […]
City considering ban on imitation and replica weapons
The city of Frederick is considering banning imitations and replicas of firearms. Frederick police Sgt. Michael Murphy said imitation guns have been used in crimes, can seriously harm people, and escalate interactions between civilians and police because they look real. At the July 17 Mayor and Board of Aldermen workshop, Murphy presented research that Frederick police did about replica and ...
Federal designation would give county, municipalities annual community development funds
Brunswick officials on Tuesday discussed Frederick County’s invitation to participate in a program that would secure funds annually for affordable housing and community development projects. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development designates certain jurisdictions as Urban Counties, making them eligible for annual Community Development Block Grant funds, which finance programs that ...
Chambersburg Man Arrested for Theft and Disorderly Conduct
On July 22, 2024, officers from the Chambersburg Police Department (CPD) responded to reports of a disturbance at Southgate Mall. Citizens had called the police after noticing a male who appeared to be passed out in front of the Family Dollar Store. When officers arrived, the individual was no longer present in the area.
YMCA camp counselor mentors, educates kids about HBCU experience
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — For many kids growing up in a rural area like Hagerstown, the knowledge of HBCU is low or even nonexistent. That’s why YMCA counselor Asia Warren has taken it upon herself to educate the youth about all their options when it comes to higher education. “If you don’t grow […]
Connoisseur Media Says So Long To Maryland, Spinning Stations To Local Daily Media.
Connoisseur Media, which in the past has looked at big acquisitions, is instead moving in the other direction in Maryland. Connoisseur Media, which in the past has looked at big acquisitions, is instead moving in the other direction in Maryland. That is where it has struck a $4.275 million deal to sell its Frederick market stations to Local Daily Media.
StoryWalk Sunday on August 11
Area families are invited to join a walk along the story trail on Sunday, August 11 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area, hosted by Buttonwood Nature Center, home of The Institute. Kids join a guided walk and activities along the story trail as they read a...
Kevin Pittsnogle Becomes School Principal
MORGANTOWN, West Virginia — Kevin Pittsnogle is one of the greatest basketball players in West Virginia University history. While at WVU, Pittsnogle, a Martinsburg, West Virginia native, led the Mountaineers to a 24-11 record, a Big East Tournament runner-up finish and an appearance in the NCAA Elite Eight in 2005. In 2006, he averaged 19.3 points and 5.5 rebounds per game in 2006 to help the Mountaineers to a 22-11 record and the school’s second straight NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 appearance.
Men's Basketball MAAC Schedule Released
EMMITSBURG, Md. (July 25, 2024) – Mount St. Mary's men's basketball received its slate of 20 conference games for the 2024-25 season, in conjunction with the release of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) schedule on Thursday. The list of opponents and dates is available on the Mount's website.
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