20/07/2024
Go down to the Cheer Booth on Washington Street I. Charles Town to vote for the Christmas parade theme!
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Go down to the Cheer Booth on Washington Street I. Charles Town to vote for the Christmas parade theme!
HARPERS FERRY – For years, Harpers Ferry Children’s Park sat forgotten and outdated, but thanks to the efforts of one young resident who rallied the community, it is now a
ONA — The Martinsburg Little League 9/10/11 All Star baseball team stayed alive in the state tournament after defeating Winfield, 3-2, in an elimination game Saturday evening.
Hedgesville Little League’s 8/9/10 softball team opened their state tournament run with a massive 16-0 shutout over Richwood Saturday evening. The game commenced after just three innings.
Editor’s Note: The Journal’s Unsung Heroes series spotlights a local veteran each Monday from Memorial Day to Veteran’s Day. If you would like to nominate an Unsung Hero, email [email protected].
A Glenn Elliott town hall scheduled for Monday in Martinsburg has been canceled in light of the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.
MARTINSBURG — Aaron Paul Kern, 40, from Ocean View, Delaware, was arraigned last week for threatening to blow up Macy’s Distribution Center in Martinsburg in a rap video.
Severe storms cancel Saturday firework events in Berkeley and Jefferson counties
Independence Day celebrations at the Martinsburg Airport and at Sam Michael's Park in Jefferson County were canceled Saturday evening as a line of severe thunderstorms moved through the area.
Jefferson County's fireworks will be rescheduled for Sunday, June 30 with gates opening at 7:30 p.m. and fireworks to begin at approximately 9:15. There will be no entertainment featured as of the close of the Kelly Bell Band's show due to the storm Saturday. Parks and Recreation Director Jennifer Myers shared that the park was cleared without incident Saturday and encourages everyone to come back Sunday to enjoy the fireworks.
There were no known incidents in Martinsburg as attendees cleared the airport event venue. Although the website for the airport's event indicates the rain date is July 6, a Facebook post has shown that the event will be rescheduled Sunday evening, June 30, at 9:30 p.m.
More information on both shows will be made available should any changes be made.
MARTINSBURG — It was with a lot of smiles, as well as some emotional tears, that Eastern Panhandle Transit Authority (EPTA) Executive Director Elaine Bartoldson shared that the once-only-dreamed-about Eastern
Hedgesville Little League’s 8/9/10 softball team dominated Moorefield and Grant County to earn the title of District 6 champion on Tuesday.
INWOOD — The Hagerstown Braves, a Washington County, Maryland-based semi-professional team, defeated the Martinsburg Blue Sox, 8-3, Tuesday night.
HEDGESVILLE — Berkeley County Schools had a groundbreaking event for Tomahawk Intermediate School’s two new additions on Monday.
MARTINSBURG — At the beginning of June, MerelyCreative owner Meredith Bailey found the inspiration to begin a new community project that will bring some creativity to the Frog Hollow Trail
HEDGESVILLE — When Ty Bowman bounced the ball up the middle in the fifth inning, it barely eluded the middle infielders for South Berkeley.
MARTINSBURG — Following a three-day competition for the title of Miss West Virginia’s Teen at Airborne Event Center, judges from the Miss West Virginia Organization (MWVO) selected Miss Morgantown’s Teen
MARTINSBURG — Early Sunday morning, Wheeling resident Jennifer Reuther was selected by a panel of judges to begin her year of service as she changed titles from Miss Tri-State Area
MARTINSBURG — To commemorate 60 years of service to the community, members of the Martinsburg Civitan Club joined together Tuesday evening at the Apple B&B for a special celebration dinner.
Carson Boober won every baseball award possible in this part of West Virginia.
Adding names to our list for Unsung Hero features in The Journal. If you are a Veteran (or know one), comment or message me! We’d love to share your story.
Be careful out there!
EASTERN PANHANDLE — Residents of the Eastern Panhandle are making plans to stay cool after the National Weather Service announced a heat advisory for the Eastern Panhandle, as it expects
CHARLES TOWN — Gabby Bibb represents the ideal leadoff hitter.
CHARLES TOWN — The annual WVFest, held in downtown Charles Town Saturday, once again drew thousands of visitors to the area. Many visitors came with shopping in mind, as they
SPRING MILLS — The month of June has basketball, basketball, basketball for Caleb Thomas and Spring Mills.
MARTINSBURG — As Miss West Virginia 2023 Karrington Childress reflects on her year of service, she has many accomplishments to carry with her into the future.
Jerry West, who was selected to the Basketball Hall of Fame three times in a storied career as a player and executive and whose silhouette is considered to be the
MARTINSBURG — On Tuesday, candidates for the City of Martinsburg election gathered at the Martinsburg Police Department Community Room to await the results in person.
MARTINSBURG — Kaylin Henry spent Martinsburg’s girls lacrosse season getting a jump start on a hopeful career in sports medicine/physical therapy.
MARTINSBURG — Soapbox cars raced down a hill on Queen Street this past weekend, as kids competed in this year’s Bucky’s Ltd. Auto Body Norwalk Soap Box Derby.
Editor’s Note: The Journal’s Unsung Heroes series spotlights a local veteran each Monday from Memorial Day to Veteran’s Day. If you would like to nominate an Unsung Hero, email [email protected].
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Main Street Martinsburg held their 3rd annual Saint Patrick's Day celebration on Saturday. Read more at www.journal-news.net
CHARLES TOWN - Citizens Fire Company continued the longstanding 'Pancake Day' tradition on Tuesday. Read more online: https://www.journal-news.net/journal-news/fat-tuesday-is-the-day-for-pancakes/article_e640b3ba-a3da-5d52-9c2c-43f0dbeb4ff3.html?utm_campaign=blox&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR2dK4dnVvZjyoB4xNtT6BgeeFzL3kQRSzEqyQ0dv16ZORHmKJ0u3vimdPg
MARTINSBURG – Eastern West Virginia Regional Airport welcomed new students to their newest program on Thursday – called the Bill Noe Flight School. Read the full article here: https://www.journal-news.net/journal-news/new-flight-school-takes-off-at-eastern-west-virginia-regional-airport/article_3b1e2ac6-d962-5e07-ac81-60c1474e6cf7.html
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