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Charles Town

Charles Town, West Virginia, is a historic city founded in 1786. Known for its rich heritage, it's the county seat of Jefferson County and features well-preserved architecture, museums, and the courthouse where abolitionist John Brown was tried. The city offers scenic views, quaint shops, and a gateway to the Shenandoah Valley, making it a charming destination steeped in American history.

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

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.

Local Support Groups Gather for Caregivers and Families

Support Groups for Feb. 10 The Journal | Monday, February 10, 2025 By Staff The Journal presents valuable information on various support groups available in towns like Ranson, Hagerstown, and Charles Town, focusing on Alzheimer's care, addiction recovery, grief support, and veterans’ assistance. Notable gatherings include the Alzheimer’s

Local Arraignments Update: Charges Filed in Harpers Ferry and Beyond

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Monday, February 10, 2025 By Tom Markland The Journal reports on recent arraignments in local courts, reflecting a range of criminal charges in the area. Notable cases include Elizabeth Ellen Martinez, charged with domestic battery, and Khalil Vaughn O'Bannion, facing felony charges

Police Report: Disturbances and Incidents in Martinsburg Area

Police logs for Feb. 10 The Journal | Monday, February 10, 2025 By Staff The latest police logs from Martinsburg and surrounding areas detail a series of incidents from February 7 and 8, 2023. Notably, police responded to disturbances at local schools and reported multiple vehicle accidents, arrests, and various disturbances

Charles Town Commission Reviews Groundwater Study Proposal

Charles Town Commission Reviews Groundwater Study Proposal

The Jefferson County Commission discusses a potential groundwater study The Journal | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Ainsley Hall During a recent meeting in Charles Town, the Jefferson County Commission discussed a proposed groundwater study presented by Mark Kozar from the U.S. Geological Survey. The study aims to assess groundwater

Local Residents Convicted in Major Eastern Panhandle Drug Case

Two Panhandle Residents Found Guilty in Massive Drug Trafficking Operation – Two Fugitives Still At Large The Panhandle News Network | Friday, February 7, 2025 By Marsha Kavalek In a significant drug trafficking case, two residents from Harpers Ferry and Martinsburg have been found guilty for their roles in a large-scale fentanyl