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Guilty Plea in Martinsburg Murder Case Sparks Community Response

El Salvadoran national enters guilty pleas in Jefferson County woman’s death The Panhandle News Network | Tuesday, July 8, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway David Antonio Calderon, an El Salvadoran national, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and concealment of a deceased human body in the death of Samantha Dailey. Her body

Ranson Man Killed in Hit and Run on Shepherdstown Road

State Police Looking for Information Following Hit and Run Pedestrian Death on Shepherdstown Road The Panhandle News Network | Friday, June 27, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway West Virginia State Police are investigating a hit and run that resulted in the death of 41-year-old Johnathan Ballou, a resident of Ranson, on Shepherdstown

Independence Day Festivities Near Shepherdstown & Harpers Ferry

Regional 4th Of July/Independence Celebrations The Panhandle News Network | Thursday, June 26, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway As summer approaches, residents and visitors can look forward to vibrant Independence Day celebrations throughout the region, including lively events in nearby towns such as Shepherdstown and Harpers Ferry. The festivities kick off

Juneteenth Celebration in Martinsburg: A Community Tradition

Four Day Event in Berkeley County will Mark Juneteenth The Panhandle News Network | Thursday, June 19, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — The Panhandle News Network reports on a four-day celebration of Juneteenth, honoring the end of slavery in the U.S. Events kick off today at Papa’s

Local Leaders Unite to Combat Opioid Crisis in the Panhandle

West Virginia First Foundation Announces Regional Expert Panel Members for Region 2 The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, June 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Panhandle News Network reports that the West Virginia First Foundation has formed its inaugural Regional Expert Panel for Region 2, which includes local leaders from various

Public Assistance Requested in Indecent Exposure Case at Harpers Ferry

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Seeks Tips To Locate Man in Indecent Exposure Case The Panhandle News Network | Monday, June 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Harpers Ferry National Historical Park rangers are seeking public assistance in locating a man involved in an indecent exposure incident that occurred on June 3rd

Harpers Ferry Municipal Elections Set for June 2025

Harpers Ferry Holding its Elections Tuesday The Panhandle News Network | Monday, June 9, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Harpers Ferry will participate in municipal elections on June 10, 2025, where residents can vote for Mayor, Recorder, and five Council members at Camp Hill-Wesley United Methodist Church. Candidates include Greg Vaughn and