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Martinsburg Police Report Highlights Local Incidents from March 5

Police log for March 7 The Journal | Friday, March 7, 2025 By Toni Milbourne The Journal reports on police activity from March 5, detailing incidents across Martinsburg and neighboring areas, including disturbances on W. Burke St. and multiple thefts on Enterprise Cir. The report highlights a range of events such

Jefferson High’s Theater Department Takes ‘Boxes’ to State Competition

Jefferson High’s Theater Department Takes ‘Boxes’ to State Competition

Jefferson High School Theater Department to perform “Boxes” at state competition The Journal | Tuesday, March 4, 2025 By Ainsley Hall The Jefferson High School Theater Department is set to perform the one-act play “Boxes” at the state competition at Marshall University on March 27-28. This marks a significant return for

Local Law Enforcement Incidents in Martinsburg and Surrounding Areas

Law Enforcement for March 3 The Journal | Monday, March 3, 2025 By Staff On February 28, 2023, Martinsburg City Police and Jefferson County Law Enforcement documented a range of incidents from noise complaints to vehicle accidents and shoplifting cases. Key events included multiple arrests on W. Race St. and several

Washington High DECA Students Celebrate Dr. Seuss Day in Shenandoah Junction

Washington High DECA Students Celebrate Dr. Seuss Day in Shenandoah Junction

DECA students volunteer to read at T. A. Lowery Elementary The Journal | Friday, February 28, 2025 By Ainsley Hall On Dr. Seuss Day, Washington High School’s DECA students traveled to T.A. Lowery Elementary in Shenandoah Junction to engage young learners through reading. During the event, students read Dr.

Local Voices Share Insights on Governance and Social Issues

Journal Junctions for Feb. 25, 2025 The Journal | Tuesday, February 25, 2025 By Staff In the February 25, 2025 issue of The Journal, various residents from Martinsburg, Charles Town, Shepherdstown, and other local areas express their concerns across a range of issues, including government spending, agricultural land preservation, healthcare accessibility,

Recent Arraignments Spotlight Legal Challenges in Local Communities

Jefferson County Crime Report The Journal | Wednesday, February 19, 2025 By Tom Markland In a recent report from The Journal, several individuals were arraigned in magistrate court on various criminal charges in towns like Charles Town, Ranson, and Harpers Ferry. Notable cases include Corey Allen Nelson facing felony charges for

Silly String Fun at Driswood Elementary Boosts Attendance

Silly String Fun at Driswood Elementary Boosts Attendance

Driswood Elementary encourages student attendance with silly string The Journal | Friday, February 14, 2025 By Ainsley Hall In February, Driswood Elementary in Shenandoah Junction initiated the creative attendance incentive called 'It’s Silly to Miss School,' allowing students to spray silly string at their teachers for good attendance.