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Kearneysville

Kearneysville, West Virginia, is a small unincorporated community in Jefferson County. Nestled in the Eastern Panhandle, it serves as a hub for agriculture and light industry. The area is known for its peaceful rural charm, proximity to historical sites, and access to outdoor activities, making it a serene retreat within the dynamic Washington-Baltimore region.

Recent Arraignments Highlight Legal Challenges in Martinsburg Area

Berkeley County Crime Report The Journal | Friday, December 27, 2024 By Tom Markland The Journal reports on a series of arraignments in Berkeley County's Magistrate Court, detailing charges ranging from domestic battery in Martinsburg to DUI offenses affecting residents from Inwood and beyond. Notable cases involve individuals from

Middleway Bottling Project Supports Local 4-H and Fair Initiatives

Middleway Bottling Project Supports Local 4-H and Fair Initiatives

Team behind Middleway bottling facility donates to local organizations The Journal | Friday, December 27, 2024 By Tom Markland Mountain Pure, the team developing a bottling facility in Middleway, has pledged significant donations to local organizations including the 4-H Foundation and Fair Association. With commitments such as $25,000 for new

Middleway Residents Voice Concerns Over Water Rights and Governance

Journal Junction for Dec. 27 The Journal | Friday, December 27, 2024 By Toni Milbourne In the latest edition of The Journal, readers express concerns regarding significant local issues, including the potential impact of Mountain Pure Bottling Company on water resources in Middleway, the legal troubles surrounding Matt Gaetz related to

Martinsburg Firefighter Logan Young's Death Remains Unsolved

2020 fire death remains unsolved WV Metro News | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Marsha Chwalik The tragic death of Logan Young, a firefighter with the 167th Airlift Wing based in Martinsburg, remains unresolved as it has been four years since he died while responding to an arson barn fire in

Kearneysville Community Remembers Firefighter Logan Young

Arson Death of Senior Airman from 167th Still Under Investigation, Four Years On The Panhandle News Network | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Marsha Kavalek Four years ago, Senior Airman Logan Young of the 167th Airlift Wing tragically died in an arson fire near Kearneysville, WV, while fighting to extinguish a

Local Police Responses Highlight Safety Concerns During Holidays

Police Logs for December 26, 2024 The Journal | Thursday, December 26, 2024 By Staff The Journal's recent police logs detail a series of incidents reported in the region on December 23 and 24, 2024. Notable occurrences included multiple motor vehicle accidents on major routes such as Berryville Pike

Local Women Unite for Meals on Wheels Dessert Cookbook

Local Women Unite for Meals on Wheels Dessert Cookbook

Local women contribute dessert recipes for Meals on Wheels The Journal | Monday, December 23, 2024 By Lyn Widmyer In a delightful effort to support Meals on Wheels, fourteen local women from the area have contributed dessert recipes for a new cookbook titled “A Sweet Tribute to 14 Remarkable Women and