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Bolivar

Bolivar, West Virginia, is a small town near Harpers Ferry, known for its proximity to historical attractions and natural beauty. It's part of the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and offers stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Bolivar provides a quiet, community-oriented atmosphere with easy access to trails, rivers, and the rich history of the surrounding area, making it a peaceful yet engaging place to visit or reside.

Bolivar's Lantern Parade Rescheduled for January 25

Lantern Parade rescheduled The Journal | Friday, January 3, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that Bolivar's Community Lantern Parade, originally set for New Year's Eve, has been rescheduled to January 25 at 6 p.m. This festive event will coincide with 'Frosty Fest' and

Martinsburg Police and Jefferson County Law Enforcement Reports

Police logs for Dec. 30 The Journal | Monday, December 30, 2024 By Staff In a recent report published by The Journal, local law enforcement activities from Dec. 27 and 28 reveal a series of incidents throughout the region, including disturbances, vehicle accidents, and shoplifting cases notably concentrated in locations like

Restoration of Harpers Ferry's Historic First Zion Church

Restoration of Harpers Ferry's Historic First Zion Church

The Harpers Ferry-Bolivar Historic Town Foundation continues restoration of the First Zion Church The Journal | Friday, December 27, 2024 By Ainsley Hall The Harpers Ferry-Bolivar Historic Town Foundation is restoring the First Zion Church in Harpers Ferry, an important site for the local Black community, which flourished alongside nearby Storer

Celebrate the Holidays with Concerts and a Lantern Parade

Celebrate the Holidays with Concerts and a Lantern Parade

Holiday concerts, Lantern parade and guided hike The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson highlights holiday festivities in local towns through the Appalachian Chamber Music Festival, running from Dec. 28 to Dec. 31, featuring classical performances in Shepherdstown, Charles Town, and Harpers Ferry,

Shepherdstown Hosts PVAS Program on Light Pollution Awareness

PVAS to host Making the Night Sky Visible The Journal | Monday, December 23, 2024 By Staff The Potomac Valley Audubon Society (PVAS) invites local residents to its January program, 'Making the Night Sky Visible', taking place on January 9 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the

Significant Real Estate Deals Transform Charles Town Area

JEFFERSON COUNTY DEED TRANSFERS The Journal | Friday, December 20, 2024 By Staff The Journal reports on recent real estate transactions involving DRB Group West Virginia LLC, which finalized several significant deals across towns like Charles Town, Harpers Ferry, and Ranson. Notably, properties ranging from mid to high six-figure sales were

Local Emergency Responses Highlighted in Recent Fire/EMS Report

Fire/EMS for Dec. 20 The Journal | Friday, December 20, 2024 By Staff On December 18, emergency services responded to a series of incidents across local areas, including abdominal and chest pains, falls, and vehicle accidents affecting residents from Ranson to Harpers Ferry. Reports highlighted cases of diabetic emergencies and