Bertha “Lue” Keefer 1930-2023 Bertha “Lue” Lucille (Reed) Keefer, 92, Hancock, Md., passed away peacefully at her home August 16, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Born September 12, 1930, at Millstone, Md., she was the daughter of the late Earl and Hilda Mae Gordon Reed and the stepdaughter of[Read More…]
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Delmar Edward Hoschar
Delmar Edward Hoschar 1953-2023 Delmar Edward Hoschar, age 69, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died on Monday, August 14, 2023 at his home. Born September 17, 1953 in Ravenswood, W.Va., he was the son of the late Jesse Issiac and Lalia Gertrude Dillon Hoschar. He was a Christian. Delmar attended schools[Read More…]
Be prepared for severe thunderstorms, tornadoes and hurricanes
by Kate Evans Late summer and fall bring cooler weather and a colorful array of autumn leaves, but it can also bring severe thunderstorms, deadly tornadoes and dangerous hurricanes. Hurricanes, tornadoes, severe thunderstorms and extremely high winds can knock out power, air conditioning and heating and communications to homes and[Read More…]
2 Mile Music Fest at Kirkwood Park to benefit Martha’s House
The Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial Hancock Chapter #361 will present the 2 Mile Music Fest on Sunday, August 27 from 2-8 p.m. at Kirkwood Park in Hancock. The 2 Mile Music Fest is a fundraiser to benefit causes in the Tri-State area. Martha’ s House will receive the net proceeds[Read More…]
Frederick William Oakes, Jr.
Frederick William Oakes, Jr. 1952-2023 Frederick William Oakes, Jr., age 71, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died on Friday, August 11, 2023 at his home. Born March 22, 1952 in Bethesda, Md., he was the son of the late Frederick William Oakes, Sr. and Elizabeth Jean Skinner Oakes. He attended Montgomery[Read More…]
C. Diane Constantino
C. Diane Constantino 1942-2023 C. Diane Constantino, age 80, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., died on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at her home. Born November 14, 1942 in La Plata, Maryland. She is survived by her husband, Thomas William Constantino, at home, one son, James of New Jersey and two fur[Read More…]
Reba Ellen Munson
Reba Ellen Munson 1934-2023 Reba Ellen (Fletcher) Munson, 88, Hancock, Md., passed away, Sunday, August 6, 2023, at Fahrney Keedy Nursing Home in Boonsboro, Md. Born December 29, 1934, in Little Orleans, Md., she was the daughter of the late Phillip H. and Etta (Price) Fletcher and the widow of Lawrance[Read More…]
Ohio man arrested in Frederick County after pursuit
by Geoff Fox A call from the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday, August 12, led to Maryland State Police arresting an Ohio man with an outstanding warrant in Frederick County after he fled a traffic stop and crashing into a State Police cruiser. The accused is identified as Jose[Read More…]
Lois Jean Thompson
Lois Jean Thompson 1943-2023 Lois Jean Thompson, 80, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023, at her home in Warfordsburg, Pa. Born June 24, 1943, in Warfordsburg, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Hyson and Mildred (Orndorff) Akers and the wife of Jim Thompson. She was a graduate of[Read More…]
Hancock Police report
Hancock Police report the following arrests and incidents from the week of August 7-13: August 7 Service to advise, 100 block East Main Street. Subject advised. Service to advise, first block West Main Street. Subject advised. Traffic direction, Pennsylvania Avenue/High Street. Tractor-trailer going wrong direction. Truck moved in safe direction.[Read More…]
