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Emergency Response Reports: April 22 Incidents in & around Charles Town

Fire and EMS Logs for April 24, 2025 The Journal | Wednesday, April 23, 2025 By Staff On April 22, 2025, local Fire and EMS teams responded to multiple emergencies across Berkeley and Jefferson counties, including several psychiatric emergencies and motor vehicle accidents. In particular, Charles Town and the areas surrounding

Emergency Response Highlights in Charles Town and Ranson

Police Logs for April 21 The Journal | Sunday, April 20, 2025 By Staff This article from The Journal details emergency responses in Berkeley and Jefferson counties on April 18 and 19, 2023. Significant incidents included multiple traffic accidents on W. Race St. and Foxcroft Ave., along with health emergencies such

Middleway Resident Remembers Upper Big Branch Mine Disaster

My time at the Upper Big Branch Mine disaster The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Staff In a heartfelt reflection published by The Shepherdstown Chronicle, the author recounts the profound impact of the Upper Big Branch Mine disaster on April 5, marking its 15th anniversary. Driven by a

Middleway Water Bottling Project Sparks Legal Battle

Sidewinder Files Lawsuit Against Jefferson County Planning Commission The Independent Observer | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Sidewinder LLC has initiated legal action in Circuit Court to advance its plans for a water bottling facility in Middleway. This development could have significant implications for local residents and businesses in

Easter Sermons Across Charles Town and Ranson Churches

Church Sermons for April 18, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Staff The April 18, 2025, church sermons detailed by The Journal showcase local congregations in towns like Charles Town and Ranson, highlighting Easter messages from prominent pastors. Churches including Arden United Methodist, Summit Point Memorial Methodist, and

Local Churches Celebrate Easter with Special Services

Church Bulletins for April 18, 2025 The Journal | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Staff The Journal presents a comprehensive guide to church services and activities taking place on April 18, 2025, across various local congregations. From Arden United Methodist Church's live-streamed worship to special events at places like

Legal Battle Erupts Over Mountain Pure Facility Plans Near Middleway

Sidewinder sues planning commission over Mountain Pure rejection West Virginia Press Association | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Sidewinder Enterprises has filed a lawsuit against the Jefferson County Planning Commission for rejecting its Mountain Pure beverage facility plan, igniting a potential legal battle in the community. Local opposition, spearheaded