Maryland added 38,400 jobs in 2024 (27,300 in the private sector) and employment grew at a 1.4 percent growth rate, according to preliminary end-of-year employment estimates released today by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This data, based on surveys of employers, also notes that Maryland’s[Read More…]
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Little Orleans house destroyed by fire
A fire destroyed a house in Little Orleans the morning of Monday, January 27, just after 8:30 a.m. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshall, Jerry Miller discovered the fire at the two-story residence in the 11200 block of Price Road in Little Orleans. The Fire Marshall did not say[Read More…]
Hancock Police Report February 5
Hancock Police report the following arrests and incidents from the week of Monday, January 27, through Sunday, February 2: January 27 First block West Main Street, disorderly – Subject advised of options. Hancock area, traffic enforcement – two stops. January 28 Taliaferro Street, unsecured door – house checked, door secured.[Read More…]
Hancock Rotary officers travel to El Salvador
submitted to The Hancock News Hancock Rotary President and Area 14 Governor January Weber and President Elect Tracy Salvagno recently participated in an unforgettable journey to El Salvador. While there, the two connected with other Rotarians, experienced impactful projects, and deepened their understanding of the challenges and triumphs of the[Read More…]
Chocolate lovers like… no, love … Valentine’s Day
by Trish Rudder For lovers of chocolate, Valentine’s Day not only celebrates the love of your life, but it not so secretly demonstrates a day that acknowledges the rich, dark sweetness of chocolate for those of us who enjoy it. Here are some recipes that allows you to enjoy luxurious[Read More…]
United Methodist Church to host free veteran & senior dinner
The Hancock United Methodist Church is inviting veterans and seniors, along with a guest, to enjoy a free ham potpie dinner on Saturday, February 8, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the church’s Upper Room. Green beans, coleslaw, applesauce, and a homemade dessert will be served alongside the ham[Read More…]
COVID-19, Influenza A and B cases increase since start of January
by Kate Evans While seasonal influenza activity has risen and keeps increasing across the country, local physicians have been seeing lots of cases of COVID-19 and Influenza A and B. River Bend Family Medicine Heather Goodman, certified medical assistant with River Bend Family Medicine, said that their office had seen[Read More…]
Panther boys look for next wins after two defeats
After a winning streak of four games, the Hancock Panther boys took two hits on their schedule within two days. Last Wednesday, January 29, the Panthers fell to the Northern Garrett Huskies 82-44 on the road, and on Friday, January 31, Hancock took a tight loss against Union, 56-50. Hancock[Read More…]
Larry Gilbert Barney, Sr.
Larry Gilbert Barney, Sr. 1947-2025 Larry Gilbert Barney, Sr., age 77, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died on Friday, January 31, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. Born May 19, 1947 in Berkeley Springs, W.Va., he was the son of the late Gilbert Roscoe “Buddy” and Agnes LaVerne Shives Barney.[Read More…]
