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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.

Shepherdstown Event Highlights Solutions for Light Pollution

Dark Sky advocate talks practical solutions to light pollution The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, January 16, 2025 By Staff At a recent Potomac Valley Audubon Society event in Shepherdstown, Dark Sky advocate Jesse Melton addressed the pressing issue of light pollution, emphasizing its impact on visibility of celestial bodies and the

Local Law Enforcement Incidents Reported on January 12

POLICE LOGS The Journal | Tuesday, January 14, 2025 By Staff The January 12 police logs published by The Journal detail a range of law enforcement incidents in the area, highlighting activities from both Jefferson County law enforcement and Martinsburg City Police. From vehicular accidents and theft in Shepherdstown to disturbances

Shepherdstown Hosts Dark Sky Advocate to Tackle Light Pollution

Shepherdstown Hosts Dark Sky Advocate to Tackle Light Pollution

Protecting the night sky: Advocate discusses practical solutions to light pollution The Journal | Monday, January 13, 2025 By Tabitha Johnston At the Robert C. Byrd Center in Shepherdstown, local advocate Jesse Melton, representing Bolivar-Harpers Ferry DarkSky, addressed the urgent issue of light pollution, highlighting its detrimental impact on visibility of

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,