Two West Virginia University physicians are encouraging people to recognize the early symptoms of pertussis, or whooping cough, so they can take precautions and seek treatment, when necessary, to avoid further spread of the infection. Since early November, the number of identified cases of whooping cough in the West Virginia[Read More…]
Public Saftey
Winter and cold weather pose risks for individuals living with dementia
reprinted with permission from West Virginia Daily News As winter continues, colder temperatures, snow, ice and early nightfall can pose serious risks for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. For their caregivers, the season brings added stress and challenges in ensuring their loved ones remain safe. “People living with[Read More…]
Skunks in Washington County test positive for rabies; public should exercise caution
The Washington County Health Department has confirmed that several skunks submitted for testing in Washington County have tested positive for rabies. Anyone who may have had contact/exposure with any skunks in Washington County, from October to the present time, should contact the Washington County Health Department at 240-313-3210. Exposure is[Read More…]
Prepare for late fall and winter driving with these safety reminders
by Lisa Schauer Winter will be colder than normal in Morgan County this year, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. The coldest periods will occur in mid- and late December, early and late January, and early February, while the most snow will arrive in late December, late January, early and[Read More…]
Fire Marshal investigates fires in Hancock, Flintstone
by Geoff Fox The Maryland State Fire Marshal recently investigated fires in Hancock and Flintstone causing a total of $60,000 in damage. The first fire occurred just before 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 22, on Sable Run Road in Hancock. According to fire officials, the owner was charging a lithium[Read More…]
Kidnapping post raises alarms, police say investigation doesn’t show evidence of public threat
by Geoff Fox & Kate Shunney Hancock Police found no evidence of a potential kidnapping in town after an investigation on Tuesday, September 30 and shared their assessment of a situation that grabbed attention locally following a social media post by a local parent. Police confirmed they had received a[Read More…]
I-70 to be paved in Fulton County
Starting Thursday, August 21, drivers on Interstate 70 in Fulton County will begin to experience delays due to PennDOT paving the interstate. PennDOT is warning drivers to expect minor delays along the interstate during the project. From August 21 through September 5, the westbound right lane and shoulder of I-70[Read More…]
Maryland shooter qualification sessions set for managed deer hunters
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has posted its schedule of shooter qualification sessions for the 2025 season, with more than 20 sessions at 10 locations across the state from June through December. These events allow hunters to take the necessary proficiency test required to obtain a Shooter Qualification Card[Read More…]
Tractor trailer fire shuts down I-70
An early morning tractor trailer fire on eastbound I-70 on Tuesday shut down both lanes at the 9 mile marker, detouring commuter traffic onto Route 40 and through Clear Spring. According to the Hancock Volunteer Fire Company, firefighters were on the scene shortly after 4:30 a.m. to knock down the[Read More…]
Andrew Edward Orebaugh
Andrew Edward Orebaugh 1924-2025 Andrew Edward Orebaugh, age 101, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025 at his home while under the care of Hospice of the Panhandle. Born July 4, 1924 in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late Samuel Edward and Grace[Read More…]
