Karen Elizabeth Ingram 1960-2024 Karen Elizabeth Ingram, age 63, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died on Friday, January 19, 2024 at Winchester Medical Center. She was born May 12, 1960 in Birmingham, England. Karen was a member of First United Methodist Church, where she worked as the administrative assistant. She was a[Read More…]
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Bridge at Ford Dr. & Tollgate to close next week for four days
The Washington County Division of Engineering announces that C. William Hetzer Inc. will be closing the bridge between Ford Drive and Tollgate Ridge Road in Hancock, Md. between Monday, January 29 to Thursday, February 1, for work on a waterline extension. The Town has been working on preparations to extend public[Read More…]
Prevent wintertime falls with these safety tips
by Kate Evans Falls on snow and ice can cause serious injuries like sprains, broken bones or concussions or worse during winter’s roughest patches. Many safety precautions can be taken to reduce the risk of slipping, tripping and falling for people of all ages – and they apply at any[Read More…]
Indians top Lady Panthers on home court
The cross-river rivalry between Hancock and Berkeley Springs came to the Panther’s home court on Monday night during varsity girls basketball play, ending with an Indian win, 49-29. Hancock’s varsity girls are still looking for their first win this season, as they head into a busy week of court action.[Read More…]
Keep your family safe from carbon monoxide poisoning this winter
by Kate Evans Very cold weather presses many households to boost their heating output, to keep rooms comfortable and make sure plumbing doesn’t freeze. Heating pressure means the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning is much greater in the wintertime due to the use of gas-powered furnaces and sometimes alternative heat[Read More…]
Hancock Police Report
Hancock Police report the following arrests and incidents from the week of January 15-21: January 15 Malicious destruction of property, 100 block West Main Street. Report to follow. Fraud, first block West Main Street. Subject advised. Alarm, first block South Street. Accidental, testing system. Parking complaint, first block East Main[Read More…]
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Stock up & think ahead to meet winter weather emergencies
by Kate Evans Sudden turns in winter weather or predicted storms can pose challenges to families and individuals, especially in rural areas. Taking some time to revisit emergency plans and check on supplies can take the bite out of winter weather emergencies. Families should be prepared for possible severe weather[Read More…]
Lombardi adds Paradoxes & Parables to book credits
by Geoff Fox Rev. Jack Lombardi has written eight books during his time at St. Peter’s and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Hancock and Orleans, respectively, with each book being a reflection on different aspects of life through a religious lens. His newest book, Paradoxes & Parables: Metanoia Messages to[Read More…]
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