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Darek Knyles McCoy

Darek Knyles McCoy 1985-2025 Darek Knyles McCoy, age 40, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at his home. Born March 7, 1985 in Martinsburg, W.Va., he was the son of D.K. and Jennifer Michele Young McCoy. He was of the Methodist faith. Darek was a[Read More…]

Edwina Martha Miller

Edwina Martha Miller 1940-2025 Edwina Martha “Winnie” Miller, age 84, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died on Friday, April 4, 2025 at the Hospice of the Panhandle Inpatient Care Facility in Kearneysville, W.Va. Born December 12, 1940 in Baltimore, Md., she was the daughter of the late Arthur Edwin and Edna[Read More…]

Panthers top Mountain Ridge & Berkeley Springs

Hancock’s varsity baseball team connected with pitches from the Mountain Ridge Miners last Thursday, April 3, earning eight hits and three runs to top the Miners 3-1. Senior Blaire Ray on the mound for Hancock made it difficult for the Miners to add points to their scorecard. Senior Shawn Thomas,[Read More…]

Panthers crush Cardinals 21-4

The Lady Panthers varsity softball team overwhelmed the Forbes Road Cardinals last Wednesday, April 2 with what seemed to be unstoppable scoring. Hancock led off with four runs in the first inning, followed up by 14 runs in the second and three additional runs in the third before the mercy[Read More…]

Hancock Police Report

Hancock Police report the following arrests and incidents from the week of March 31-April 6: March 31 Traffic enforcement, Hancock area. Four stops. Disabled vehicle, West Main Street/Virginia Avenue. Vehicle towed. April 1 Traffic enforcement, Hancock area. Two stops. April 2 Disabled vehicle West Main Street/Pennsylvania Avenue. Tractor-trailer stuck. Traffic[Read More…]

Hancock businesses win Best of the Tristate awards, named finalists

by Geoff Fox Four businesses in Hancock were named either a winner of finalist in VerStandig Media’s Best of the Tristate awards. Willie’s Primitive Attic and Flower Shop, Morrell Advanced Practice, Flannel on the Trail, and Timeless Baby Boutique, all of Hancock, were named winners and finalists Nominations for businesses[Read More…]

County lifts burn ban

The Washington County Board of County Commissioners lifted the countywide burn ban on Friday, April 4. The ban, which was enacted due to dry conditions and an increased risk of wildfires, is no longer necessary following recent rainfall and improved environmental conditions. Residents may now resume open-air burning in compliance[Read More…]

County emergency services recognizes first responders for heroism, including Hancock EMS incident

The Washington County Division of Emergency Services (DES) proudly recognizes the heroic efforts of local first responders through the prestigious Life Savers Award. This award honors those who demonstrate exceptional skill and teamwork in successfully resuscitating patients suffering from cardiac arrest. One particularly remarkable incident took place on October 10,[Read More…]