Big Pool, MD

MERCERSBURG, Pa. — A borough man who had been reported missing in May has been located in the southwest corner of the state, according to the Mercersburg Police Department. Jaime Jay Mickus Jr., 34, was found safe Friday in the Washington, Pa., area, police said Saturday in a news release. ...

MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — The Miss West Virginia Pageant is Saturday night in Martinsburg. Miss West Virginia and Miss West Virginia Outstanding Teen will be both be crowned. Reigning Miss West Virginia Jaelyn Wratchford said it’s gone fast. “You know when you win you only get 365 days but...

Enjoy local food and drink at The Rabbit Hole as you take in the stunning views of Maryland Heights and the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. Bring your pets along to enjoy lunch and dinner on the patio! 186 High Street, Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

We hiked to Jefferson Rock in Harpers Ferry National Historic Park. This location offers stunning views of the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers.

True Treats is the country's only research-based candy shop. It offers over 500 historical treats from the past 300 years. 144 High St, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425

Brice Williams, a local drag queen who counseled LGBT youth in Harrisburg, has been charged with downloading photos and videos of child pornography two years ago, court documents said. Williams, 26, of Chambersburg, is charged with 25 counts of child pornography for at least 49 photos and 25 videos of...

SMITHSBURG, MD – Maryland State Police have identified the troopers who helped apprehend the man charged with shooting five people, including three fatally and injuring a Maryland state trooper Thursday, June 9, 2022 in Washington County. The troopers helped apprehend Joe Louis Esquivel, 23, of Hedgesville, West Virginia. He...

Thousands of dollars have been raised in less than 24 hours to help support a Washington County family whose home suffered extensive damage after being struck by lighting and sparking a massive fire. Supporters of the Andele-Hegbe family in Hagerstown have set up a GoFundMe campaign after their Ailanthus Drive...

Looking back at the history of our country and the local region, we are continuing to read copies of newspapers that have been digitalized by newspapers.com. This continued weekly series will look at front-page news, from the roaring 20’s. Bridge Completed: Lincoln Highway at Stoufferstown. At this point in...

Motorists traveling on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Saturday night can expect to be detoured by a six-hour lane closure. The shutdown will impact all lanes between the New Stanton Interchange, or Exit 75, and the Breezewood Interchange, Exit 161. All lanes will be closed from 11 p.m. Saturday through 5 a.m....

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Nearly 30 people were evaluated by medics after high levels of carbon monoxide were detected inside a Kohl's department store on Norland Avenue Thursday morning, a Chambersburg official said. The high level of the gas was caused by improper use of propane-powered construction equipment being used...

Video: Man vs. Pendleton County (B Hoops) – 2021. In the inaugural season of the four-class system, the Man Hillbillies took advantage of the new system by claiming their first state title in school history. Man handed Pendleton County its first loss all season, 43-36. The Hillbillies found themselves...

No injuries were reported. Fire at 12715 Allanthus Dr. (Photo from Md. State Fire Marshal’s Office) Hagerstown, Md (KM) The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of a house fire Wednesday night in Hagerstown. At around 9:45 PM, fire fighters were dispatched to 12715 Allanthus...

Back in the late 1980s, many residents had given up on downtown Hagerstown, including the first block of South Potomac Street. "There were a lot of shady places there on South Potomac Street," recalled Hagerstown broadcaster Lou Scally, and he named a few of them. ...

Firefighters in Maryland worked to battle a tricky blaze that left a Washington County home with extensive damage overnight. Flames tore through a home in the 12600 block of Ailanthus Drive near Old Forge Road in Hagerstown at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22, prompting a response from first responders in multiple agencies in the area.

After one person was found unconscious at a Pennsylvania Kohl's store, more than 20 people were evacuated— 10 of which have been hospitalized, authorities say. EMS was called to the report of the unconscious person at the Chambersburg area Kohl's store on Norland Avenue around 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 23, according to Greater Chambersburg Area Paid Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 1813.

BOONSBORO — As the price to replace Boonsboro's nearly 70-year-old water reservoir goes up, the town may secure more federal funding. Since being quoted a cost of $4.1 million to replace the reservoir — and securing substantial funding — the estimated cost has increased by over $2 million. At the same time, the U.S. House passing the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2022 could provide an avenue to secure an additional $5 million in funding.

Since the first newspaper was printed in Franklin County during the year of 1790, several were established and most ceased to exist. However one of those newspapers that has survived and has endured many changes over the years is the “Public Opinion," which proved to be a leader in journalism. The beginning...

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Over one million dollars has been pledged to 13 green infrastructure projects spanning across Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. The Chesapeake Bay Trust, in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection announced on Friday that $1,058,720 in funding has been awarded to the projects.