Hancock Police report the following arrests and incidents from the week of Monday, January 16, through Sunday, January 22: January 16 Service to advise 200 block Quaker Creek Drive. Gone on arrival. Noise complaint 200 block Terrace Street. Subject advised. Traffic enforcement Hancock area. One stop. January 17 Check well[Read More…]
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Morgan County Saddle Club hosts annual awards banquet
by Lisa Schauer The Morgan County Saddle Club held its annual awards banquet at the American Legion Post 60 in Berkeley Springs on Saturday, January 14. The banquet included an awards ceremony, induction of officers, door prizes, a light display, dinner and dancing. Inducted as the saddle club’ s slate[Read More…]
Need an idea for dinner? Make it up and have fun with it
We’ve all had that moment – “What are we having for dinner tonight/ this week?” It’s a tough decision that needs to be made. I’ve gotten into cooking meals within the last couple years kind of by accident and necessity. In early 2021, my mother went into an assisted living[Read More…]
Pirates edge out Panthers in non-conference rematch
by Lisa Schauer The Hancock Panthers boys’ varsity basketball team narrowly lost to the Paw Paw Pirates 72-67 in a non-conference rematch at home on January 17. The Pirates (8-4) edged out the Panthers (2-12), despite 16 points each scored for the Panthers by junior Jordyn King and sophomore Aiden[Read More…]
Panthers’ Indoor Track team jumps into postseason
by Lisa Schauer Hancock High School’ s co-ed indoor track team heads into their regional championship round at Hagerstown Community College (HCC) on Saturday, February 4 at 2 p.m. Up to 25 schools are expected to compete at the regional track meet, which should draw a crowd of several thousand[Read More…]
Protect yourself & your family from carbon monoxide poisoning
by Kate Evans Wintertime poses the greatest risk of carbon monoxide poisoning due to the use of gas-powered furnaces and dangerous sources of alternative heat and power used during power outages. Keep your family safe from carbon monoxide poisoning by following this information and these safety tips. Carbon monoxide Carbon[Read More…]
Valley Health cuts fitness services, will keep physical therapy in Berkeley Springs facility
Health system officials with Valley Health have said they’re dropping fitness services from their Berkeley Springs physical therapy facility, and two other facilities in their system, in an effort to save money. Physical therapy and rehabilitation services will still be offered at Berkeley Springs in the Valley Road facility, said[Read More…]
Maryland State Police reminds public of warning signs of human trafficking
With January being Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Maryland State Police are urging the public to recognize potential warning signs to reduce the chances of others becoming victims in the future. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, a child is trafficked for the purpose of sexual exploitation every two minutes[Read More…]
ZED by Duane M. Abel
Senator’s Corner: A New Beginning in Annapolis
A New Beginning in Annapolis A new administration, a new office, and new responsibilities. This is what is before all of us in District 1 as the 445th Legislative Session begins. Only 21 days into 2023 and so much has happened: Maryland has transitioned from one Governor’s administration to a[Read More…]