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Lightning Strikes at Fireworks Celebration, Prompting Quick Action at Sam Michaels Park
HARPERS FERRY, W.Va. — When lightning in the area cleared the AMP at Sam Michaels Park in Harpers Ferry ahead of the much-anticipated annual Independence Day fireworks spectacular Saturday, it took some quick action by first responders and a heavy dose of cooperation from the four thousand folks. assembled...
25 animals test positive for rabies in Frederick County, health officials say
FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Health officials in Federick County, Md. warned the community to keep their pets and family safe after multiple animals tested positive for rabies. As of July 1, the Frederick County Health Department (FCHD) Environmental Health Office said 25 animals tested positive for the deadly virus in the county. […]
Berkeley County Battlefield Park announced
BERKELEY COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A partnership was announced this week for the establishment of Berkely County’s very first Battlefield Park. Made possible by a public-private partnership between members of the Berkeley County Commission, Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation, and Martinsburg-Berkeley County Parks & Recreation Board, the development will entail the preservation of Hoke’s Run Battlefield […]
Proposed backyard chicken ordinance amended to add language about coops, fencing
The Frederick County Council will need to hold a second public hearing on a proposed backyard chicken ordinance after approving an amendment to add language about how flocks must be contained. As proposed by Councilmember Mason Carter, the bill would have allowed county residents to keep up to eight hens on residential properties with an area of at least 30,000 square feet, as long as the ...
Shepherdstown turns out for Independence Day celebration in a big way
SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. (DC News Now) — Shepherdstown celebrates Independence Day like no other town. Maverick Demerit said he’s “excited about carrying the flag” in the parade. And Mr. and Mrs. Uncle Sam were decked out in their red, white and blue. “The best of America is Independence day,” the couple said. “What could be better? […]
Incoming Town Recorder, Town Council members sworn into office
SHEPHERDSTOWN — The new Town Council members and Town Recorder of the Corporation of Shepherdstown were sworn into office at Town Hall on Thursday afternoon. While the moment marked the end of an era, with the replacement of some longstanding Town Council members and a mayor of 20 years, the excitement for this new phase in leadership was palpable. Not one seat was left empty in the seats set up for audience members in the council room.
Grateful for a community that cares
During long and arduous civil and military careers where the pen was as mighty as the sword, I have seldom been at a loss for words. But I find myself now struggling to find appropriate means to express my profound appreciation to numerous individuals and the Shepherdstown community at large for their many kind gestures and assistance during my recovery from a broken leg last April. This kind of help is critical when, like is the case with most far-flung American families, normal traditional means of support in an emergency are miles away. Friends and neighbors are as vitally important as family members.
Former senior adviser to Fitzwater taking over as chief of staff; Kadish departs Friday
Former senior Pat Murray is returning to work for Democratic Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater’s administration. Murray, who left the administration late last year to work on a congressional campaign, is returning to be Fitzwater’s chief of staff. Murray is taking over for Chelsea Kadish, who has served as Fitzwater’s chief of staff since December 2022 but is leaving her post on ...
Coalition seeks to involve the voice of leaders in agri-business
Representatives of the multiple associations that seek to preserve either the historical, or natural resources of Loudoun met on June 26, at the Purcellville Train Station. The Loudoun County Preservation and Conservation Coalition meets there every last Tuesday of the month at 4 p.m., and the meetings are open to the public.
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