Donald C. Stotler Donald Charles Stotler, 84, of Great Cacapon, W.Va. died Friday, October 2, 2026 at his home while under the care of Hospice of the Panhandle. Services will be announced by Helsley-Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 95 Union Street, Berkeley Springs.
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John DeMarinis, Jr.
John DeMarinis, Jr. 1935-2026 John DeMarinis, Jr., age 91, Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Harmony at Martinsburg and while under the care of Hospice of the Panhandle in Martinsburg, W.Va. Born April 5, 1935 in Brooklyn, N.Y., he was the son of the late[Read More…]
West Virginia tracks uptick in meat allergy disease from lone star ticks
by Mark Richardson West Virginia News Service West Virginia is seeing a sharp rise in alpha-gal syndrome as lone star ticks spread across the state. The tick-borne condition can make people allergic to red meat, dairy and other products from mammals. Reactions can include stomach problems, hives, wheezing and trouble[Read More…]
The art of Marc Brown comes to Hagerstown in new museum exhibit
For generations of children, Arthur has been a familiar friend: the aardvark in round glasses who navigates school, family, friendship, mistakes, and the everyday challenges of growing up. This fall, visitors can step beyond the television screen and the pages of the books to discover the original artwork behind the[Read More…]
It’s Apple Butter time! 51st Annual festival returns to the streets of Berkeley Springs this weekend
Morgan County’s busiest weekend is about to begin. The 51st Annual Apple Butter Festival will kick off this Friday, October 9 and continue Saturday and Sunday, October 10-11 with new attractions, expanded family activities, lively entertainment, and the traditions that have made it one of West Virginia’s most beloved fall[Read More…]
Free shuttle to run during the festival
Those who don’t want to drive into the festival and find parking can take advantage of a free shuttle service on Saturday, October 10 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on Sunday, October 11 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The shuttle service is not available Friday evening for[Read More…]
Free jam and preserving workshop
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints will be hosting a free workshop on making jam and preserving it. The workshop will be tomorrow, Thursday, October 8, at 6:30 p.m. at the church, which is located at 200 Douglas Road, in Hancock. During the interactive workshop, folks will[Read More…]
Local author adds mystery element to the Apple Butter Festival
Local author Len Boswell has just released his second mystery set in Berkeley Springs, The Apple Butter Murders, featuring detectives Eleanor Rigby Beaumont and Billy Skye. Rigby, now a resident of Berkeley Springs, comes out of retirement to help Skye with a baffling crime. Four bodies have been found at[Read More…]
Former Washington County Sheriff passes
By Geoff Fox Former Washington County Sheriff Charles F. Mades passed away on Thursday, October 1, both the Sheriff’s Department and County Commissioners announced last Friday. Mades dedicated more than four decades to law enforcement and public service. He retired as sergeant from the Maryland State Police after a 25-year[Read More…]
October 13 is last day to register to vote in General Election; ballots can be requested
Maryland residents who want to register to vote in the November 3 general election, to change their party affiliation or update an address have until the end of the day on Tuesday, October 13 to do so with election officials. That can be done online through the Maryland State Board[Read More…]
