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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.

Public Meeting in Berkeley Springs to Address PFAS in Water

DEP, water groups to host public meeting on PFAS chemicals in public water The Morgan Messenger | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 By Staff The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, alongside local organizations like the West Virginia Rivers Coalition and Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services, is set to host a public

WVDEP Hosts Meetings on PFAS Water Contamination in Local Towns

WVDEP Hosts Meetings on PFAS Water Contamination in Local Towns

WVDEP Hosting Eastern Panhandle Meetings on PFAS Contamination in Drinking Water WV News | Friday, September 19, 2025 By Staff The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP) is collaborating with local organizations, including the West Virginia Rivers Coalition and Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services, to host community meetings addressing the

Shepherdstown Farm Launches Engaging Petting Zoo Experience

Shepherdstown Farm Launches Engaging Petting Zoo Experience

Local farm finding 'spicy' way to connect with public The Journal | Thursday, September 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Golden Rule Farm in Shepherdstown, run by the Ware family, is engaging the community with a new petting zoo featuring goats and piglets. This initiative combines their farming background with

Shepherdstown Health Fair Offers Free Wellness Screenings

WVU Medicine, Asbury United Methodist Church host wellness screening The Journal | Wednesday, September 17, 2025 By Staff Asbury United Methodist Church in Shepherdstown will host a community health fair on October 4 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., featuring wellness screenings provided by WVU Medicine from 8 to

Harpers Ferry’s Hospice of the Panhandle Earns National Honor

Hospice of the Panhandle recognized Hampshire Review | Wednesday, September 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Hospice of the Panhandle has been honored with the Hospice CAHPS Honors award for the upcoming year, recognizing their commitment to quality hospice care. This national accolade reflects the positive experiences reported by families in the

Kearneysville's Hospice of the Panhandle Earns National Honor

Hospice of the Panhandle receives prestigious national designation The Journal | Tuesday, September 16, 2025 By Staff Hospice of the Panhandle, serving the Kearneysville area and broader community, has been recognized as a Hospice CAHPS Honors award winner for 2024. This prestigious designation, awarded by the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers

Kearneysville Hosts Grazing Land Techniques Field Day for Local Farmers

Kearneysville Hosts Grazing Land Techniques Field Day for Local Farmers

Grazing Land Techniques Field Day draws farmers, homesteaders from throughout Eastern Panhandle The Journal | Monday, September 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports on the successful Grazing Land Techniques Field Day held at Meadow Green Farm in Kearneysville, where farmers and homesteaders gathered to learn about modern farming technologies