A pale dust that filled the air in some parts of the Eastern Panhandle and settled onto cars and other surfaces on Thursday, February 23, was primarily pollen mixed with “trace mineral matter,” said the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) on Monday. The regional emergency response social media[Read More…]
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Town lobbyist alerts council to cannabis reform bill, questions impact on town partnership with Trulieve
by Geoff Fox & Kate Shunney A cannabis reform bill in committee in both the Maryland House and Senate has town officials wondering what effect it could have on the Town of Hancock and its partnership with Trulieve moving forward. Trulieve, formerly Harvest, is a grower and processor of medical cannabis[Read More…]
Hildebert Edward Smith, Jr.
Hildebert Edward Smith, Jr. 1948-2023 Hildebert Edward Smith, Jr., Hancock, Md., passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Creekside Village in Hagerstown, Maryland. Born December 7, 1948, he was the son of the late Hildebert E., Sr. and Mary Smith, and the widower of Mildred E. Smith, who passed away May[Read More…]
Lloyd A. Timmons, Sr.
Lloyd A. Timmons, Sr. 1936-2023 Lloyd A. Timmons, Sr., 86, of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., passed away Sunday, February 19, 2023, at War Memorial Nursing Center, Berkeley Springs, W.Va. Born August 16, 1936, in Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Lloyd D. and Mary E. Timmons. He was employed[Read More…]
Town Manager gives briefs on new sign, lights, annexation & park
by Geoff Fox Town Manager Mike Faith gave brief updates to town officials during the February town meeting about ongoing projects in the town’s pipeline. The town will be getting a new digital sign along Pennsylvania A venue and Faith said the town has already put 50% of the cost[Read More…]
Hancock Arts Council to host free Variety Show
The Hancock Arts Council is hosting a free entertainment show at the Hancock Town Hall on Sunday, February 26. The event is open to the public and begins at 2 p.m. A wide range of acts will be performing, including: belly dancers, marimba, singing cats, Celtic fiddle w/bagpipes, The Ukeclectric[Read More…]
Town’s business grants cause stir again, with applicants raising questions about denials
by Geoff Fox Two citizens questioned town officials as to why grants they submitted for revitalization of their businesses were not approved when they were done correctly and submitted in time for approval. One business owner has ties to town officials. The first person to speak during the citizens’ comments[Read More…]
Smith, Lanehart & Hall running for Hancock mayor seat
McCusker & Strong file as council candidates by Geoff Fox When Hancock residents head to the polls in April for the municipal election, they’ll be choosing between three men for mayor and two for council. Tim Smith has filed to run for a second term as mayor. Current Councilman Roland[Read More…]
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Hagers-town Town and Country Almanac
Mid-Atlantic Weather Watch: Dry, then snow and ice north, rain east, followed by blustery conditions (1, 2, 3, 4, 5); dry, then a wintry mix followed by much milder conditions (6, 7, 8, 9, 10); sprinkles followed by gusty winds and turning much colder (11, 12, 13, 14, 15); warm,[Read More…]
