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Shepherdstown Peach Festival Triumphs Amid Peach Shortage

Peach perfect: Shepherdstown Peach Festival goes on, in spite of peach shortage The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 14, 2025 By Staff The annual Shepherdstown Peach Festival, held at New Street United Methodist Church, persevered despite a local peach shortage caused by unexpected spring frosts that affected orchards in the region.

Investing in Arts and Recreation: A Path for Shepherdstown's Growth

Jefferson County’s missed opportunity: Why we should invest in arts, entertainment and recreation The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 14, 2025 By Staff In a recent piece for The Shepherdstown Chronicle, Donna Joy highlights the economic potential of the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation sector in the county, emphasizing the importance

Shepherdstown Church Celebrates Rev. Dixon’s 25-Year Milestone

New Street United Methodist Church celebrates 25th year with pastor The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 7, 2025 By Staff On July 27, the New Street United Methodist Church in Shepherdstown celebrated Rev. Dee-Ann Dixon's 25 years of service with a special anniversary service that included heartfelt speeches, musical

Shepherdstown Workshop: Diversifying Agricultural Income Streams

Local farmer talks ‘Diversifying Income Streams: How Agriculture Can Support Your Operation’ The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 7, 2025 By Staff In a workshop hosted at Windward by Lost Acre, Misha Van Mecl discussed the importance of diversifying income streams in agriculture with an audience of 20 farmers and supporters

Shepherdstown Celebrates the Closing of the Theater Festival

Contemporary American Theater Festival comes to a close The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 7, 2025 By Staff The Contemporary American Theater Festival recently concluded in Shepherdstown, showcasing a variety of performances, including Kevin Kling's engaging play, ‘Unraveled.’ Attendees enjoyed rich theatrical experiences at the Marinoff Theater and Studio

Harpers Ferry Sisters-in-Law Bond Over Theater Festival

Sisters-in-law find connection through Contemporary American Theater Festival The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 7, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle highlights the bond between sisters-in-law, Cathy Hogendobler from Sterling, VA, and Cynthia McNanley from Harpers Ferry, as they reflect on their experiences at the recently concluded Contemporary American Theater Festival

Family Returns to Shepherdstown, Revives Historic Pump House

Return from Brooklyn leads Jefferson County natives to 1790s Pump House The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, August 7, 2025 By Staff Emma and Brian Wenner have embraced their roots by purchasing the historic Pump House in Shepherdstown, returning to the local community from Brooklyn with their three children. The family values