by Lisa Schauer Civil War history reenactors encamped at Joseph Hancock Park over the weekend to give visitors a glimpse into the nation’s historic conflict. Representing the 12th North Carolina infantry unit of the Confederacy, the company set up an authentic military camp, with period clothing, tents, and displays of[Read More…]
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Hancock Police Report September 25, 2024
Hancock Police report the following arrests and incidents from the week of Monday, September 16, through Sunday, September 22: September 16 Alarm, 300 block North Pennsylvania Avenue. Building secure. Service to advise, 100 block West High Street. Subject advised. Trespassing, 200 block West Main Street. Information given for trespass. Traffic[Read More…]
Weaver’s sale falls through, town open to new offers
by Geoff Fox The sale of 77 West Main Street, the former Weaver’s Restaurant, has fallen through and the property is back on the market. Hancock Town Manager Mike Faith told council members that the buyer had been in the building for about an hour and had been shown the[Read More…]
Panthers put up a fight against Huskies
by Lisa Schauer The Hancock Panthers varsity football team took a 49- 6 loss against the Northern Huskies at Northern Garrett High School on Friday, September 20. The Panthers fought hard, coming into week three at a disadvantage, being ranked 225th in the state versus the Huskies, ranked 89th. Friday’s[Read More…]
October calendar of events for Hancock Middle-Senior High School
There are a few days coming up in October Hancock Middle-Senior High School would like families to remember. – October 11 is a two-hour early dismissal day. – October 15 is a PSAT for 9th and 10th graders. – October 15 is the monthly food pantry. – October 18 is[Read More…]
Western Maryland still under drought conditions
Drought monitors estimate there are 764,177 people living in the areas of Maryland being affected by drought right now. In Moderate Drought areas, including Hancock, the following conditions are seen: –Honey production declines –Irrigation use increases; hay and grain yields are lower than normal –Trees and landscaping are stressed;[Read More…]
Area teens charged in connection with assault at party
Pennsylvania State Police recently responded to a residence on Tollgate Ridge Road for two incidents involving teens from the Hancock area. According to online police records, troopers from the Pennsylvania State Police McConnellsburg barracks responded to the report of an assault at a party just before 2 a.m. on Sunday[Read More…]
Hancock Panthers take a loss to the Indians
by Jamie Harris On Monday, September 9, the Berkeley Springs Lady Indians hosted the Hancock Panthers at the Berkeley Springs High School gym. Both teams paid tribute to the late Jeff Palmer, a beloved Paw Paw coach, teacher and athletic director, by wearing red and black ribbons in their hair.[Read More…]
From bouquets to birdies: commercial building finds new life as indoor golf arena
by Lisa Schauer An old customer of Berkeley Floral walked into its former location on North Washington Street, looked around, and quickly realized things have changed since owner Lynda Bradley retired last fall after 37 years in business. Inside, the ceiling has been raised 12 feet high to accommodate an[Read More…]
Hancock Police Report
Hancock Police report the following arrests and incidents from the week of September 9-15: September 9 Service to advise, 100 block East Main Street. Subject advised. Traffic enforcement, Hancock area, three stops. Check well-being, 200 block East Main Street. Subject was sleeping. Personal injury accident, first block Blue Hill Road.[Read More…]
