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Shannondale Couple Revives Community Spirit Through Firefighting

Shannondale Couple Revives Community Spirit Through Firefighting

Local couple finds new fire for life as empty nesters, through community service The Journal | Wednesday, March 12, 2025 By Tabitha Johnston After their children left home, William and Kristy Grove of Shannondale rejuvenated their lives by volunteering with the Blue Ridge Mountain Volunteer Fire Company. Following a significant change

Emergency Responses in Charles Town and Ranson on March 5

Fire and EMS for March 7 The Journal | Friday, March 7, 2025 By Staff The Journal reported on March 5's emergency responses from Berkeley and Jefferson counties, highlighting incidents such as traffic accidents on Interstate 81 and medical emergencies like strokes and overdoses across towns including Charles Town

Severe Windstorm Hits Charles Town, Leaving Residents in Darkness

Severe Windstorm Hits Charles Town, Leaving Residents in Darkness

Intense windstorm downs trees, power lines, leaving thousands without electricity The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 19, 2025 By Erik Anderson On Sunday, an intense windstorm with gusts over 70 mph struck the area, causing significant disruption in towns like Charles Town and Bakerton. Approximately 2,200 residents were left

Stormy Winds Disrupt Bolivar and Harpers Ferry Communities

Stormy Winds Disrupt Bolivar and Harpers Ferry Communities

High winds cause damage and power outages The Journal | Monday, February 17, 2025 By Toni Milbourne The Journal reports that high winds led to significant damage and power outages in areas such as Bolivar and Harpers Ferry, affecting thousands of homes. Locals like Tina Martin shared firsthand experiences of losing

February 10 Law Enforcement Report: Active Day in Charles Town

Daily Law Enforcement for Feb. 12 The Journal | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Staff In a busy day for law enforcement, The Journal reported multiple incidents across the region on February 10, highlighting concerns in neighborhoods such as Charles Town and Martinsburg. Noteworthy calls included multiple motor vehicle accidents and

Emergency Response Overview: February Incidents in Local Areas

Fire and EMS for Feb. 10 The Journal | Monday, February 10, 2025 By Staff On February 7 and 8, Berkeley and Jefferson County Fire and EMS responded to numerous emergency calls, including incidents of falls, chest pains, psychiatric emergencies, and traffic accidents across local areas like Charles Town and Ranson.

Bakerton Market Launches 'The Shack' for Community Coffee

Bakerton Market Launches 'The Shack' for Community Coffee

Bakerton Market opens “The Shack” selling coffee to community The Journal | Monday, February 10, 2025 By Tom Markland The Bakerton Market recently unveiled 'The Shack,' offering a new coffee option sourced from Nagadi Coffee in Silver Spring, Maryland. Owners Kevin Cuellar and Katty Vocal aim to provide locals