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Local Volunteers Enrich Shepherd University’s Campus

Leaving a lasting impact: Community volunteers help Shepherd University to thrive The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Staff Community volunteers have significantly enhanced Shepherd University's campus, particularly through landscaping projects led by residents like Elisabeth Staro. Over the summer, the beautification efforts included flower beds at

Historic Shepherdstown Home Transforms with Holiday Cheer

Rescued 1869 home delights with holiday decorations The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Staff In Shepherdstown, the historic 1869 Italianate home of Jim Puglisi and Jack Kendall is renowned for its stunning holiday decorations, attracting over 850 trick-or-treaters last Halloween. Their home, originally constructed by town doctor Dr.

Shepherdstown's Grandparents Day Celebration Welcomes Families

3rd annual Grandparents Day Celebration held at Shepherdstown Public Library The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Public Library hosted its 3rd annual Grandparents' Day Celebration, featuring story time, crafts, and activities honoring the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren. The event, coordinated with the

Shepherdstown Library Nurtures Butterflies for Community Education

Shepherdstown Public Library marks third year of raising, releasing butterflies The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Public Library celebrates its third year of raising and releasing various butterfly species, including monarchs, in its native plant garden. Initiated by children's library assistant Jessie Ward,

Shepherdstown Resident Uses Flame Weeding for Safe Sidewalks

Wilted to perfection The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Staff In Shepherdstown, local resident Josh A. employs a propane torch for flame weeding, a sustainable and chemical-free method to tackle weeds on sidewalks. This technique heats plant cells to the point of wilting, effectively eliminating them without harming

Skull City Studio Bids Farewell to Kristian Thacker's 'Anamnesis'

Art lovers come out to bid farewell to Skull City Studio show The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the closing reception of Kristian Thacker's art show 'Anamnesis' at Skull City Studio in Shepherdstown. Local residents, including Sue and

Shepherdstown Volunteers Enrich Campus Life at Shepherd University

Leaving a lasting impact: Community volunteers help Shepherd University to thrive The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Staff Community volunteers, led by residents like Elisabeth Staro, have enhanced Shepherd University’s campus this summer by designing and planting new flower beds at the King Street entrance and supporting