Robert Melvin Barnard, Sr. 1934-2024 Robert Melvin “Pappy” Barnard, Sr., of Hancock, Md., went peacefully to be with the Lord at his home on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. He was 90 years old. He was born on January 5, 1934 in Cumberland, Md. to Melvin Barnard and Catherine (Campbell) Barnard. He was a[Read More…]
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Lucrecia Ann Embrey
Lucrecia Ann Embrey 1936-2024 Lucrecia Ann “Chris” Embrey, age 87, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at Berkeley Springs Healthcare Center. Born July 26, 1936 in Hagerstown, Md., she was the daughter of the late Dolan Forrest and Denise Marie Souders Thumma. She was of the[Read More…]
Stephen John Mellott
Stephen John Mellott 1955-2024 Stephen John Mellott, age 69, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died on Monday, July 15, 2024 at his home. Born February 7, 1955 in Honey Brook, Pa., he was the son of the late Charles Kenneth and Madeline Dorothy DeShong Mellott. He was a graduate of Honey[Read More…]
How I went from “do si don’t” to “do si do” in Hancock
by Lisa Schauer The Hancock Arts Council hosted a hoedown in the Performing Arts Center at Town Hall in Hancock on Sunday, July 21. All were welcome, and no experience was needed, to learn how to square dance and line dance for free. “Dare to be square!” challenged the arts[Read More…]
BlackCat Music Cooperative holds first ever Kiddie Music Kamp
The BlackCat Kiddie Music Kamp, sponsored by BlackCat Music Cooperative, came to a close on Friday, July 19 after a weeklong program that included music, crafts, games, singing and so much more. BlackCat Lead Instructor, Mike Kligerman, came up with the idea and program content for kids aged 6 to[Read More…]
New electives coming to Hancock High School
by Geoff Fox When students at Hancock High School head back to school on August 26, they’ll find a few new electives they can take during their school year. Principal Jennifer Ruppenthal said the school is thrilled to announce the 10 new electives for students this upcoming school year. “These[Read More…]
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County adds second weather monitoring station in Clear Spring
The Washington County Office of Emergency Management announces the installation of a second Maryland Mesonet weather monitoring station in Clear Spring, joining the first station located in Keedysville. “This expansion is part of a broader initiative to enhance emergency preparedness and public safety through the deployment of high-quality, closely-spaced weather[Read More…]
Low water & high temps boost river algae that poses toxin risk
An area-wide drought from extended high temperatures and lack of rain this summer is resulting in lots of side effects – now including unwanted algae growth in streams and rivers. The states of Virginia and Maryland have asked the public to cut back on their recreation activities along certain parts[Read More…]
Area firefighters battle house blaze Sunday
by Geoff Fox It’s been a busy week for firefighters in Hancock and the surrounding area as they battled another fire east of Hancock. Firefighters were called to a house fire in the 14,700 block of White Oak Ridge on Sunday, July 21, around 3 p.m. According to the Maryland[Read More…]
