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Construction Planned for New Power Line Near Charles Town

Letter of Intent filed to build MARL section Hampshire Review | Wednesday, August 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The West Virginia Public Service Commission has received a letter of intent from Potomac Edison, aiming to construct a 15-mile MARL transmission line primarily servicing areas around Charles Town. This project, estimated to

Governor Morrisey Graces South Branch Valley Bluegrass Festival

Governor Morrisey Graces South Branch Valley Bluegrass Festival

South Branch Valley Bluegrass Festival: Governor a hit; storm a miss Hampshire Review | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At the South Branch Valley Bluegrass Festival in Romney, Gov. Patrick Morrisey made history as the first sitting governor to attend this 16-year-old event. The governor expressed his connection to

Governor Morrisey Charms Attendees at Wapocoma Bluegrass Fest

Governor Morrisey Charms Attendees at Wapocoma Bluegrass Fest

South Branch Valley Bluegrass Festival: Governor a hit; storm a miss Hampshire Review | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At the South Branch Valley Bluegrass Festival, Governor Patrick Morrisey attended for the first time in the event's 16-year history, expressing his affection for the area as he

Romney Residents Rally Against Proposed Transmission Line

Romney Residents Rally Against Proposed Transmission Line

Transmission line targeted for rejection Hampshire Review | Wednesday, May 28, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway At a recent property owner’s meeting in Romney, local residents expressed strong interest in opposing the proposed high-power transmission line. Keryn Newman, a prominent anti-transmission line advocate from nearby Jefferson County, provided insights on how

Rippon Family Advocates for Stricter Traffic Laws After Tragedy

Rippon Family Advocates for Stricter Traffic Laws After Tragedy

Family of fallen flagger hopes laws will change Hampshire Review | Wednesday, March 12, 2025 By Marsha Chwalik Kathy Ruth tragically lost her life while conducting flagging operations in Rippon on April 4, 2024. Following her death, the motorist was charged with a minor offense, raising concerns among residents and advocates

Romney's 'Bundles of Blessings' Childcare Center Opens

Romney's 'Bundles of Blessings' Childcare Center Opens

County making gains on pressing child care needs Hampshire Review | Wednesday, March 12, 2025 By Sydney Maurer Progress is being made on child care in Hampshire County, showcased by the opening of Romney's 'Bundles of Blessings' childcare center. Supported by the Hampshire County Development Authority and

Academic Showdown Highlights Local Schools in Competition

Hampshire has 2 teams competing in Academic Showdown Hampshire Review | Wednesday, February 5, 2025 By Review Staff The fourth annual Academic Showdown, hosted by the West Virginia Department of Education and the Higher Education Policy Commission, features local teams from schools like those in Charles Town, Ranson, and Harpers Ferry.