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Calderon Sentenced to Life for Murder of Charles Town Woman

Victim Remembered as a “Bright Light in this World” as Calderon is Sentenced The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, July 23, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway David Calderon has been sentenced to life in prison, with the possibility of parole in 15 years, for the murder of 32-year-old Samantha Dailey. Her remains

Severe Storm Forces Evacuation of Charles Towers Residents

Charles Town Apartment Evacuated after Roof Damaged During Wednesday Storm The Panhandle News Network | Thursday, July 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A severe storm struck Charles Town and Ranson on Wednesday evening, causing over 2.25 inches of rain and damaging roofs in the area. Emergency services evacuated residents from

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