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Martinsburg Sentences Eight in Panhandle Drug Trafficking Case

Eight more defendants sentenced in massive Eastern Panhandle fentanyl drug trafficking operation WV Metro News | Thursday, June 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Eight defendants involved in a large drug trafficking operation have received sentences in Martinsburg, contributing to a significant crackdown on fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine distribution across Berkeley and

Local Leaders Appointed to Key State Roles by Governor

Governor names a range of appointees, including to Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission WV Metro News | Tuesday, June 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Governor Patrick Morrisey recently made several key appointments impacting the state's governance, including members to the Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission crucial for selecting the next Supreme

Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Kearneysville Claims Life

Jefferson County authorities release information about deadly motorcycle crash WV Metro News | Tuesday, June 3, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway A tragic motorcycle accident in Kearneysville claimed the life of 38-year-old Carnedose Heggs from Martinsburg. Responding officers and Fire/EMS found Heggs unresponsive after he lost control of his Kawasaki Ninja

Martinsburg and Charles Town Shift from Drought to Record Rainfall

Some in eastern panhandle have gone from drought to rain records WV Metro News | Thursday, May 29, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In a remarkable turnaround, regions in the Eastern Panhandle, including Martinsburg and Charles Town, have transitioned from severe drought conditions to experiencing record rainfall this May. According to the

Harpers Ferry Opens Access to Historic Hill Top Overlook

Overlook temporarily open at Hill Top House in Harpers Ferry WV Metro News | Saturday, May 24, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Harpers Ferry officials announced that the Hill Top Hotel has temporarily opened pedestrian access to its scenic overlook, allowing visitors to enjoy breathtaking views of the confluence of two rivers

Local Response to Drug Overdose Declines in Charles Town Area

Overdose deaths in West Virginia ease while questions swirl about federal funding for relief programs WV Metro News | Monday, May 19, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Recent data shows a significant 43.5% drop in overdose deaths in West Virginia, with local advocates like Erin DeLullo from Charles Town highlighting naloxone&

Charles Town Community Celebrates 43.5% Drop in Overdose Deaths

West Virginia’s overdose deaths plummeted by 43.5% last year, according to early data WV Metro News | Friday, May 16, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway According to preliminary data from the National Center for Health Statistics reported by WV Metro News, overdose deaths in the state have seen an unprecedented