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Diamonte Disney, Tiheen Matthews Killed In Crash On I-81:PSP
Diamonte Drequan Disney, 25, and Tiheen "Tizzy" Justice Nathaniel Matthews, 20, both of Hagerstown, MD, were pronounced dead at the scene by the Franklin County Coroner, as detailed in the PA State Police release. The double fatal crash happened on I-81 South at mile marker 5.5 in Antrim Township, Franklin...
Algal blooms in parts of Potomac River trigger warning for pet owners
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. - Maryland health officials are advising pet owners to keep their animals out of the water along parts of the Potomac River after algal blooms were detected. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources says algae mats, described as algae that has the appearance of mats of fine,...
Berkeley County firefighter honored with prestigious “Distinguished Mountaineer” award
BERKELEY COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – On July 31, 2024, Governor Jim Justice recognized Lieutenant Jeremy Taylor of the Berkeley County Fire Department with the esteemed “Distinguished Mountaineer” award. The award honors Taylor for his lifelong commitment to public service, spanning fire service, emergency medical service, and law enforcement. Lt. Taylor’s dedication to the fire service […]
Stafford County deputies want to know if you’re missing a parrot
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Deputies from the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) responded to a home for a parrot and is looking for its owner. The bird, dubbed Katy Parrot by the homeowners, was found on Sunday afternoon at a home on Beagle Road, SCSO said. Deputies were called to the residence […]
Giant Food Tweaks Backpack Policy and Restricts Minors After 6PM in Selected D.C. and Maryland Stores
Giant Food has announced revisions to its bag and minor policy in D.C. and select Maryland stores, with changes effective this week that alter how customers and their belongings are handled, aiming to mitigate retail theft. According to a statement obtained by DC News Now, shoppers can bring backpacks no larger than 14″ by 14″ by 6″ into five D.C. locations, provided they consent to having their bags tagged prior to entry and searched before exit.
MJ: The Musical’s second half canceled at DC’s National Theatre due to water pipe leak
WASHINGTON - A water line leak canceled the second half of MJ: The Musical at D.C.’s National Theatre on Tuesday, leaving many customers upset. FOX 5’s Mikea Turner captured video of the situation Tuesday while she was in attendance. She said it happened right around 9 p.m. at the show’s intermission break.
13-Year-Old Found Dead Near Park In Shippensburg, PA State Police Say
A 13-year-old child was found dead near a park in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania State Police announced late on Tuesday, Aug. 20. PA State Police troopers were called to "a report of a deceased 13-year-old juvenile" in the 300 block of Britton Road in Shippensburg around 2:08 p.m., as stated …
Deep Creek Daily Notes Blog August 21
The weather today will be sunny in the morning, then becoming partly sunny, with highs in the mid-60s and a low of 46. Northwest winds of around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. On Saturday, August 24, the Grantsville Fall National Road & Town-Wide Yard Sale...
The Pumpkin Spice take over nearly complete trading summer heat for fall chill
Wednesday a very cold start but with sunshine aplenty, we slowly warm up through 60s for the morning with afternoon highs in the low 70s for some. Mountain ridgeline communities will remain in the mid 60s all day. With north winds in control, expect that chill on the air feel especially in the shade. Tonight, […]
Winters Receives Phi Sigma Pi President’s Volunteer Service Award
Jamie Winters, assistant director of Organizations and Community Programming at Frostburg State University, is a 2024 recipient of the Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity President's Volunteer Service Award (PVSA). The PVSA recognizes individual's dedication to volunteer service and their impact in strengthening and giving back to their communities. When...
West Virginia Enjoys Unseasonably Cool 70s; Warmer Days Ahead
Charleston, WV – West Virginians are experiencing an unusual break from the August heat with temperatures only reaching the mid-70s today, a pleasant surprise for this time of year. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Charleston reports that high pressure is keeping the weather cool and comfortable, with a forecasted high of 77 degrees in Charleston, 78 in Huntington, and 76 in Parkersburg.
WV’s kindergarten vaccination rates have dropped again recently. Doctors aren’t worried.
While West Virginia’s kindergarten vaccination rate continued to drop during the 2022-23 school year, it was still higher than the national average, something health care professionals attribute to the state’s strong school vaccine laws. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2022-2023 — the latest for which data is available — 95.6% […]
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