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Emergency Response Highlights for Berkeley and Jefferson Counties

Daily Fire/EMS for Feb. 12 The Journal | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 By Staff The Journal provides a detailed account of emergency incidents reported in Berkeley and Jefferson counties on February 10. The report highlights various calls, including psychiatric emergencies, falls, breathing issues, and multiple motor vehicle accidents across localities

Weather-Related School Closures Impacting Local Education

Weather-Related School Closures Impacting Local Education

Tri-State delays, cancellations for Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, due to weather Herald-Mail Media | Tuesday, February 11, 2025 By Julie E. Greene On February 12, 2025, inclement weather has led to several disruptions in local education. Washington County Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay while Berkeley County Schools will

Law Enforcement Incidents in Martinsburg and Surroundings on Feb. 9

Daily Law Enforcement for Feb. 11 The Journal | Tuesday, February 11, 2025 By Staff On February 9, law enforcement in Martinsburg and surrounding areas responded to various incidents throughout the day, including multiple motor vehicle accidents, theft, and disturbances. In Martinsburg, significant events included several arrests and a noise complaint,

Emergency Response Highlights: February 9 Incidents in Ranson and Beyond

Daily Fire/EMS for Feb. 11 The Journal | Tuesday, February 11, 2025 By Staff On February 9, emergency services responded to a range of incidents across the region, including multiple falls, breathing problems, and psychiatric emergencies. The Journal reports that there were notable cases such as strokes on Stephen Ct.

Early Dismissals Announced for Charles Town Schools Due to Weather

Early Dismissals Announced for Charles Town Schools Due to Weather

Tri-State delays, cancellations for Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025, due to weather Herald-Mail Media | Monday, February 10, 2025 By Julie E. Greene On February 11, 2025, severe weather conditions have led to multiple school closures and early dismissals across the region. Notably, schools in Charles Town and Ranson will follow suit:

Winter Weather Preparedness Tips for Charles Town Residents

Be prepared for winter weather The Journal | Monday, February 10, 2025 By Toni Milbourne As winter weather approaches, residents in Charles Town and surrounding areas are urged to prepare for potentially hazardous conditions, according to insights provided by The Journal and the local Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management.

Middleway Residents Unite Against Mountain Pure Bottling Plant

Middleway Residents Unite Against Mountain Pure Bottling Plant

Middleway Advocates Channel Art, History Into Fight Against Bottling Plant West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Monday, February 10, 2025 By Jack Walker Residents of Middleway are rallying against the proposed Mountain Pure Water Bottling Plant, expressing concerns over environmental impacts and preserving their historic village. During an advocacy gathering on January