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Join Ranson's Christmas Parade with Your Pup!

Animal Welfare holiday happenings The Journal | Tuesday, November 18, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that the Animal Welfare Society in Ranson will join the Charles Town/Ranson Christmas Parade on December 6 at 2 p.m., inviting dog owners to participate with their pets, whether adopted or not. For

Harpers Ferry Hosts Exciting 4th Annual Pumpkin Roll Contest

Harpers Ferry Hosts Exciting 4th Annual Pumpkin Roll Contest

Pumpkin Roll brings competition and fun The Journal | Tuesday, November 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The 4th annual Great Pumpkin Roll Contest took place in Harpers Ferry on November 8, drawing a lively crowd of 72 participants eager to roll pumpkins down the town’s steep streets. Sponsored by the

Festive Cheer: Santa Photos and Christmas in Shepherdstown

Upcoming Holiday Events The Journal | Tuesday, November 18, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal highlights upcoming festive events set to brighten the season in Martinsburg and Shepherdstown, including a 'Photos with Santa' option at Rescue Me WV on November 22 and a warm 'Welcome to Christmas'

Shepherdstown's Annual Chili and Cornbread Fundraiser

Annual chili and cornbread event planned The Journal | Monday, November 17, 2025 By Staff In an exciting kickoff to the Christmas season in Shepherdstown, the Kiwanis Club will host its annual chili and cornbread event at the War Memorial Building on November 28 from 4-7 p.m. This festive gathering

Shepherdstown Residents Unite for Winter Clothing Drive

Indivisible, Boots On the Ground band together to raise donations for people in need The Journal | Monday, November 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On November 12, Gerry Fitzgerald and his wife, both members of the Indivisible organization, participated in a winter clothing donation drive held at Maria's Taqueria

Shooting in Harpers Ferry Claims Life; Suspect Arrested

Shooting in Harpers Ferry Claims Life; Suspect Arrested

Shooting death confirmed in Harpers Ferry; woman charged The Journal | Monday, November 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A fatal shooting occurred in Harpers Ferry early November 16, resulting in the death of Melvin Todd Smith, 62. Responding officers found Smith in his vehicle with gunshot wounds at Dey Drive. It

Gateway Garden Club Celebrates Autumn in Charles Town

Gateway Garden Club Celebrates Autumn in Charles Town

Gateway Garden Club meeting focuses on the beauty of fall The Journal | Monday, November 17, 2025 By Staff The October meeting of the Gateway Garden Club showcased the arrival of fall with vibrant arrangements made from apples, pumpkins, and herbs, reflecting the creativity of its members. During the gathering, plans