by Lisa Schauer Around 160 bicyclists, including 15 or 20 children from San Mar Family and Community Services in Boonsboro, pedaled around Hancock on Sunday, July 12 for Blessing of the Bikes. The blessing was given by Pastor Becki Wessinger from Hancock United Methodist Church at C&O Bike Shop. Participants[Read More…]
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Maryland state trails open to pedal-assist E-bikes with limits on speed
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has approved new regulations to allow some pedal-assist e-bikes on multi-use trails on public lands across the state. Under the new regulations, Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes — those that provide motorized assistance up to 20 miles per hour — are cleared for use on[Read More…]
Police Report
Hancock Police report the following arrests and incidents from the week of Monday, June 29, through Sunday, July 5: June 29 Animal complaint, Pennsylvania Avenue area. Dog loose. Humane Society notified. Trespassing, 200 block West Main Street. Information taken. Suspicious Person. 300 block Pennsylvania Ave. subject checked okay. June[Read More…]
It’s carnival time! Fireman’s Carnival arrives at South Morgan next Tuesday, July 14
Morgan County’s fireman’s carnival will return to town earlier than usual this year, with South Morgan Volunteer Fire Department kicking off its 5th year of the event next Tuesday, July 14. The carnival runs through Saturday evening, July 18 at the fire company grounds on Winchester Grade Road. While the[Read More…]
Rotary displays 313 Flags for Heroes this July 4th holiday
by January Weber Hancock Rotary The flag of the United States of America is more than just a national symbol—it is a powerful reminder of our history, our freedoms, and the people who have shaped our lives. Our Flags for Heroes display at Widmeyer Park in Hancock is installed the[Read More…]
County commissioners approve temporary moratorium on data center applications
by Geoff Fox Washington County Board of Commissioners approved a 12-month moratorium on the acceptance, processing, reviewing and approval of applications, plans, or requests for data centers in Washington County during their June 30 meeting. The commissioners voted 4-1 to provide the county sufficient time to develop policies, performance standards,[Read More…]
Maryland forest landowners can become certified tree farmers
The Maryland Forest Service is encouraging landowners to become certified tree farmers to access resources to help them manage their land sustainably. The Forest Service is an official co-sponsor of the American Tree Farm System (ATFS), which certifies small sustainable tree farms and works to connect tree farm owners through[Read More…]
Hancock celebrates America’s founding
Rhonda Sue Carter
Rhonda Sue Carter 1962-2026 Rhonda Sue Carter, age 64, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at her daughter’s home in Falling Waters, W.Va. Born March 3, 1962, in Hagerstown, Md., she was the daughter of Opal Marie Hawvermale McCusker of Berkeley Springs, W.Va. and the late Gary Lester McCusker,[Read More…]
Vivian Regina Wandless
Vivian Regina Wandless 1938-2026 Vivian Regina Wandless, 87, of McConnellsburg, Pa., entered into eternal rest on June 24, 2026. She was born on October 20, 1938, in Hancock, Md., a daughter of the late Phillip Bishop and Iva Weller Bishop. Vivian’s greatest joy in life was her family. She cherished[Read More…]
