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WVDEP Hosts Meetings on PFAS Water Contamination in Local Towns

WVDEP Hosts Meetings on PFAS Water Contamination in Local Towns

WVDEP Hosting Eastern Panhandle Meetings on PFAS Contamination in Drinking Water WV News | Friday, September 19, 2025 By Staff The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP) is collaborating with local organizations, including the West Virginia Rivers Coalition and Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services, to host community meetings addressing the

Community Comes Together for Final Movie Night in Shepherdstown

Munchin’ at the movies The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the final movie night of the year held at Morgans Grove Park, where community members gathered to enjoy popcorn and various snacks while celebrating under the stars. This beloved local event marks

Shepherdstown Residents Engage in Heritage Education Forum

Shepherdstown Heritage Education Initiative draws crowd to public forum The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Staff On September 9, nearly 50 community members gathered at the War Memorial Building in Shepherdstown for a public forum focused on the Shepherdstown Heritage Education Initiative. Mayor James Gatz emphasized the significance

Shepherdstown's Appalachian Heritage Festival Celebrates Culture

Appalachian Heritage Festival brings acclaimed, award-winning artists to area The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Staff The 29th annual Appalachian Heritage Festival in Shepherdstown showcased award-winning artists, including storyteller Bil Lepp and banjoists Ben Townsend and Joshua Jimmerson, attracting both locals and newcomers eager to learn about the

Shepherdstown Public Library Hosts Exciting Spelling Bee Fundraiser

Second annual Adult Spelling Bee raises funds for Shepherdstown Public Library The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Staff The second annual Adult Spelling Bee, held at the Shepherdstown Public Library, saw Rachel Hally triumph with the word 'exculpate,' while competitors Sheila Vertino and Charity Riley secured

Shepherdstown and Shepherd University Strengthen Ties

Shepherdstown mayor talks growth of town and gown relationship with Shepherd University The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Staff Shepherdstown Mayor James Gatz discusses the growing partnership between the town and Shepherd University, highlighting initiatives to foster collaboration, such as improving community resources and supporting local businesses. The

Shepherdstown University President Mary Hendrix to Retire

Shepherd University president announces plans to retire at end of school year The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Staff Mary Hendrix, president of Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, announced her plans to retire at the end of the 2025-2026 school year after a decade of transformative leadership. Under her