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Shepherdstown Council Addresses New Penalties and Community Concerns

Town Council talks issues with disorderly conduct penalty ordinance, commission and board membership The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, January 16, 2025 By Staff During the recent Town Council meeting in Shepherdstown, President Christine Wimer of the Jefferson County Foundation urged the council to petition the Planning Commission regarding proposed groundwater extraction

Shepherdstown Event Highlights Solutions for Light Pollution

Dark Sky advocate talks practical solutions to light pollution The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, January 16, 2025 By Staff At a recent Potomac Valley Audubon Society event in Shepherdstown, Dark Sky advocate Jesse Melton addressed the pressing issue of light pollution, emphasizing its impact on visibility of celestial bodies and the

Shepherdstown Crew Works to Keep Streets Safe After Snow

Weathering the storm The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, January 16, 2025 By Staff On January 8, a dedicated crew worked diligently to clear snow from King Street and High Street in Shepherdstown, ensuring safety for local residents and transport. The timely application of salt brine was carried out to prevent ice

Shepherdstown Residents Tackle Monday's Winter Snowfall

White snows of winter The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, January 9, 2025 By Staff In Shepherdstown, residents battled against winter's heavy snowfall on Monday, with Todd Cotgreave clearing the sidewalk in front of Dogwood General Store and Emma Casale of Creative Procrastinations and Whimsical Necessities making her way down

Shepherdstown Celebrates New Year's with Community Ball

The People’s Ball: New Year rung in for second year-in-a-row at free community celebration The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, January 9, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on The People's Ball, a community celebration held on New Year's Eve in the War Memorial Building, where

Shepherdstown Locals Take to Morgan’s Grove Park for Skiing

Skiing in a winter wonderland The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, January 9, 2025 By Staff On a picturesque winter afternoon, a resident of Shepherdstown enjoyed cross-country skiing at Morgan’s Grove Park, a beloved local outdoor space. This recreational activity highlights the winter charm and outdoor opportunities available to the community,

Shepherdstown Resolutions: A Focus on Kindness and Connection

Local residents, visitors take fresh look at New Year’s resolutions The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, January 9, 2025 By Staff As the New Year unfolds, local residents and visitors in Shepherdstown reflect on their resolutions, with many emphasizing kindness and understanding amid political turmoil. Mohalu Wellness hosted a yoga event