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Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Kearneysville Claims Life

Jefferson County authorities release information about deadly motorcycle crash WV Metro News | Tuesday, June 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A tragic motorcycle accident in Kearneysville claimed the life of 38-year-old Carnedose Heggs from Martinsburg. Responding officers and Fire/EMS found Heggs unresponsive after he lost control of his Kawasaki Ninja

Martinsburg and Charles Town Shift from Drought to Record Rainfall

Some in eastern panhandle have gone from drought to rain records WV Metro News | Thursday, May 29, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a remarkable turnaround, regions in the Eastern Panhandle, including Martinsburg and Charles Town, have transitioned from severe drought conditions to experiencing record rainfall this May. According to the

Harpers Ferry Opens Access to Historic Hill Top Overlook

Overlook temporarily open at Hill Top House in Harpers Ferry WV Metro News | Saturday, May 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Harpers Ferry officials announced that the Hill Top Hotel has temporarily opened pedestrian access to its scenic overlook, allowing visitors to enjoy breathtaking views of the confluence of two rivers

Tragic Accident Near Bolivar Claims Life of Local Motorcyclist

Motorcyclist Killed After Crossing Median and Colliding with Car on US 340 Wednesday WV Metro News | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A tragic motorcycle accident occurred on Rt. 340 near Bolivar, resulting in the death of 24-year-old John Drake from Burkittsville, Maryland. The incident happened around 7 p.

Tragic Storm Claims Life of Charles Town Golfer Tyler Sigler

Victims identified from Saturday storm in Jefferson County WV Metro News | Monday, May 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A tragic storm incident in Charles Town resulted in the death of 28-year-old Tyler Sigler, who was struck by a falling tree while riding a golf cart at Locust Hill Golf Course.

Tragic Storm Incident at Locust Hill Golf Course Claims Life

One dead in panhandle storm WV Metro News | Sunday, May 4, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A severe thunderstorm struck the Eastern Panhandle on Saturday, resulting in the tragic death of a male victim and serious injuries to another when a falling tree struck their golf cart at Locust Hill Golf

New Radiology Suite at Berkeley Medical Center Enhances Local Care

Neurointerventional Radiology Suite unveiled at Berkeley Medical Center WV Metro News | Wednesday, April 30, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A new neurointerventional radiology suite opened at Berkeley Medical Center in Martinsburg, enhancing care for stroke and aneurysm patients in the Eastern Panhandle. Local healthcare leaders emphasized the importance of timely care,