The Washington County Clean County Initiative regrets to announce the cancellation of the upcoming Clean-Up Event in Hancock. The decision was made due to the current low water levels. We appreciate the community’s enthusiasm and support for our clean-up efforts and encourage everyone to stay tuned for future events. New[Read More…]
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Discarded cigarette destroyed mobile home, say fire officials
by Geoff Fox A discarded cigarette destroyed a mobile home on Orchard Ridge Road in Hancock last Tuesday evening. According to fire officials, the call came in around 5:45 p.m. for a mobile home fire in the 13,900 block of Orchard Ridge Road. Engine 52 from the Hancock Volunteer Fire[Read More…]
Phyllis M. Jones
Phyllis M. Jones 1937-2024 Phyllis M. (McGrogan) Jones, age 86, from Little Orleans, Md., went to be with her Lord Jesus, the Christ, on July 12, 2024. She was born August 31, 1937, in Philadelphia, Pa. She was the daughter of the late Daniel M. McGrogan and Louella B. McGrogan.[Read More…]
Robert Dale Golden, Sr.
Robert Dale Golden, Sr. 1944-2024 Robert Dale Golden Sr. “Bobby,” 79, died peacefully with his niece and sister by his side on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at War Memorial Hospital, Berkeley Springs, W.Va., following a long battle with Emphysema and COPD. Born Wednesday, November 15, 1944, the first child to[Read More…]
Clara Ellen Sigel
Clara Ellen Sigel 1936-2024 Clara Ellen Sigel, age 87, of Warfordsburg, Pa., passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024, at her residence. Born Wednesday, August 12, 1936, in Little Orleans, Md., she was the daughter of the late Olan and Pearl (Hendershot) Creek. Clara attended Needmore Bible Church. She retired[Read More…]
Rose Zeta Merica
Rose Zeta Merica Rose Zeta “Judy” (Spriggs) Merica, age 87, of Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024, under the Care of Blue Ridge Hospice. She was a 1955 graduate of Berkeley Springs High School where her favorite subject was Home Economics. Judy was a member of[Read More…]
Keep yourself and family safe this summer while you enjoy the outdoors
by Kate Evans Summer is a great time of year that’s full of outdoor family activities and fun. A few extra safety steps can help avoid summer dangers that pop up this time of year. Prevent snake bites Snakes are more active in warm weather and at night. Know the[Read More…]
Hancock Presbyterian consecrates scout “Churchyard Chapel” project
The Hancock Presbyterian Church consecrated their new “Churchyard Chapel” on Sunday, July 14. Cody Booth, a 17-year-old Scout of Troop 15 and church member, began this Eagle Scout project by designing this area to include a raised platform for a Communion Table and Pulpit, and steps leading to an outdoor[Read More…]
Hancock Police Report July 8-14
Hancock Police report the following arrests and incidents from the week of Monday, July 8, through Sunday, Sunday, July 14 July 8 Traffic enforcement, Hancock area, one stop. Domestic reported, verbal, Kirkwood Park. Information taken. Service to advise, 100 block West High Street. Subject advised. Assist Washington County Sheriff’s Office,[Read More…]
Hancock’s old police vehicles to be auctioned off
by Geoff Fox With the recent arrival of the first of five new vehicles for the Hancock Police Department, the current fleet of police vehicles will be heading to new owners. Town Manager Mike Faith said those vehicles will be auctioned off around the end of the month. Faith said[Read More…]
