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Explore Harpers Ferry's Historic Charm for Solo Travelers

Explore Harpers Ferry's Historic Charm for Solo Travelers

Traveling Solo? Check Out These Spots Frederick News Post | Wednesday, September 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Frederick News Post highlights solo travel opportunities in Jefferson County, focusing on Harpers Ferry, where the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers converge. This historic town offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in rich

Bank of Charles Town Transforms to Potomac Bank to Reflect Growth

Bank of Charles Town Transforms to Potomac Bank to Reflect Growth

Bank of Charles Town rebrands to reflect Potomac region growth The Journal | Wednesday, September 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Bank of Charles Town (BCT) is rebranding to Potomac Bank, effective November 3, to better reflect its growth across the Eastern Panhandle and into neighboring areas such as Washington County,

Hilarity Abounds at Charles Town's Old Opera House

Hilarity Abounds at Charles Town's Old Opera House

Southern comedy takes the Old Opera House stage The Journal | Wednesday, September 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports that the Old Opera House in Charles Town is presenting a new southern comedy by the acclaimed playwriting trio Jones Hope Wooten from September 5-14. This lighthearted production follows Sugar

Local Police Activity Reports for Charles Town and Harpers Ferry

Police Logs for September 4, 2025 The Journal | Wednesday, September 3, 2025 By Staff On September 4, 2025, The Journal reports on police logs detailing significant incidents and law enforcement activities across various municipalities, including Charles Town, Harpers Ferry, and Ranson. The logs provide insight into public safety measures and

Kearneysville Welcomes Veterans Moving Forward's New Home

Kearneysville Welcomes Veterans Moving Forward's New Home

Veterans Moving Forward finds new momentum after move to Kearneysville The Journal | Wednesday, September 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Veterans Moving Forward (VMF), a nonprofit focused on training service and support dogs for veterans, recently relocated from Dulles, Virginia to a 10-acre site in Kearneysville, just a short drive from

NextEra Energy Moves Forward with MARL Line Plans Impacting Local Areas

NextEra Energy files MARL line letter of intent Hampshire Review | Wednesday, September 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway NextEra Energy has submitted a Letter of Intent to build its section of the MARL transmission lines, which will pass through areas including Monongalia, Preston, Mineral, and Hampshire counties. This project aims to

Local Residents Arrested in Recent Police Incidents

Police Reports WV News | Wednesday, September 3, 2025 By Staff A recent police report from WV News details two arrests in the area. On August 27, Christopher Smith, 47, was apprehended during a traffic stop on Coops Road due to an outstanding warrant for a parole violation from Jefferson County

Charles Town's Historic Bank Rebrands as Potomac Bank

Bank of Charles Town changes name to Potomac Bank Loudoun Times-Mirror | Tuesday, September 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway After 154 years of operation, the Bank of Charles Town is rebranding itself as Potomac Bank. This transition marks a significant change for the long-standing financial institution, which has served the community

High-Value Real Estate Transactions Shape Ranson and Shepherdstown

Deed Transfers for September 3, 2025 The Journal | Tuesday, September 2, 2025 By Staff On September 3, 2025, The Journal reported on a series of significant real estate transactions across various districts including Shepherdstown, Ranson, and Charles Town. Notable transfers included a $900,000 purchase by Aaron and Brittni McLaughlin

Martinsburg Welcomes First Freshmen at St. Joseph High School

New high school brings to life dreams of expanding Catholic education The Journal | Tuesday, September 2, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports on the orientation of the inaugural freshman class at St. Joseph High School in Martinsburg, where 14 students, including John Farmer from Shepherdstown, celebrated a reunion and reconnecting

Kearneysville Man Faces DUI and Speeding Charges in Court

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Tuesday, September 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent report by The Journal, Todd Michael Mulder, a 55-year-old resident of Kearneysville, was arraigned on misdemeanor charges of DUI and speeding in Jefferson County Magistrate Court on August 27. This incident highlights ongoing traffic

Shepherdstown DAR Awards Scholarship to Elizabeth Cushwa

Shepherdstown DAR Awards Scholarship to Elizabeth Cushwa

DAR awards Shepherd University Scholarship The Journal | Tuesday, September 2, 2025 By Staff The Pack Horse Ford Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution in Shepherdstown has awarded a scholarship to Shepherd University student Elizabeth Cushwa, majoring in historic preservation. Honoring esteemed member Ruth Power Thacher, this

Riverpointe Subdivision Opens in Charles Town – But Where's the River?

Riverpointe Subdivision Opens in Charles Town – But Where's the River?

Odds and Ends The Journal | Tuesday, September 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a recent article from The Journal, the author discusses the development of a new subdivision named Riverpointe at the northeast quadrant of Rt. 9 and 340 in Charles Town, near Walmart. While the name suggests a connection

Explore Historic Homes in Charles Town During the Tour

Jefferson County's Washington Homes Tour to be held on Oct. 18 The Journal | Tuesday, September 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On October 18, local residents will have the chance to explore the rich history of the area during the Washington Homes Tour, featuring homes owned by George Washington&