by Geoff Fox Traffic on the north end of downtown Berkeley Springs was brought to almost standstill on Saturday when the brakes of a northbound tractor-trailer caught fire along Washington Street. The call for the fire came in around 12 p.m. on Saturday afternoon, August 8, for a vehicle fire[Read More…]
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2026 National Night Out focuses on fun, learning & community
Hancock held its annual National Night Out last Tuesday, August 4, in Widmeyer Park giving folks a nice night with their family and friends. Organizations and businesses had tables set up across the park’s open space with activities, goodies, snacks, and information. There were bounce houses for kids to let[Read More…]
They’re waiting to welcome you back
Washington County Schools welcome students back to class in just under three weeks!
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts welcomes new members to its Board of Trustees
The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts (WCMFA) has appointed five new members to its Board of Trustees. According to the museum, the new trustees bring with them expertise in business, law, healthcare, tourism, community development, and the arts. “These new trustees strengthen the museum’s commitment to preserving its legacy[Read More…]
Maryland man admits to role in kidnapping and multiple murders
A Carroll County, Maryland man has admitted to his role in a multi-state violent crime spree involving kidnapping, murder, and witness tampering causing death following a lengthy investigation, announced U.S. Attorney Matthew L. Harvey. Monroe Merrell, 29, of Westminster, Maryland, pled guilty on July 28 to three charges, admitting he[Read More…]
Maryland employment rose by 900 jobs in June, unemployment rate fell slightly to 4.3 percent
New employment estimates released late last month by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) indicate total nonfarm employment in Maryland rose by 900 jobs in June. BLS also revised its preliminary estimates of Maryland employment in May down by 1,100 jobs to a gain of 4,000 jobs. In total, BLS[Read More…]
Hancock Police Report July 27-Aug. 2
Hancock Police report the following arrests and incidents from the week of Monday, July 27, through Sunday, August 2: July 27 Theft reported, 400 block Quaker Creek Drive. Subject advised. Service to advise, 200 block Fulton St. Subject advised. Service to advise, Hancock area. Subject advised. Check well-being, first block[Read More…]
Music, food & vendors filled out 2 Mile Fest
Pa. State Police investigating forgery of school check
Southern Fulton Elementary School has been the victim of a check forgery and counterfeiting scheme, according to Pennsylvania State Police who are investigating the incident. According to police, sometime between January 16, 2026 and March 17, 2026, an unknown person intercepted a check mailed from the Southern Fulton School District[Read More…]
Sheetz confirms plans to remodel Hancock store
A spokesman for Sheetz has confirmed social media statements that Hancock’s gas station and store location will undergo a remodel in the coming months. In response to questions about the store plans Nick Ruffner, Public Affairs Manager for Sheetz, told The Hancock News in an email that the details of[Read More…]
