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Marsha Chwalik

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,

Local Democrats Rally Against Riley Moore's El Salvador Prison Photo

Response planned for Friday after Riley Moore El Salvador prison photo WV Metro News | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Democrats across the region are organizing a 'Day of Response' to express outrage over Congressman Riley Moore's recent El Salvador prison visit, where he posed

Eagle Nest in Shepherdstown Welcomes Three Hatchlings

All 3 eggs have hatched in nest at NCTC in Shepherdstown WV Metro News | Monday, March 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a heartening turn for eagle enthusiasts in Shepherdstown, the NCTC nest successfully welcomes three new eaglets this season, following last year's unfortunate events. Fish and Wildlife

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