Warfordsburg
LATEST NEWS
Police release sketch in connection with fatal Berkeley County hit and run
BERKELEY COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) has released a composite sketch in connection with a fatal hit-and-run incident that occurred on September 4, 2018. The incident occurred at the intersection of Edwin Miller Boulevard and Warm Springs Avenue. The BCSO is asking the community for assistance to help identify a […]
When is a moose not a moose? When it's an elk!
Confusion reigned supreme on Monday's "The Final 5," when we misidentified a photo of an elk as a moose. Thankfully, FOX 5 viewer Mike in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia set Jim Lokay straight. Here he is, explaining what went wrong with the help of producer Loreto Cruz and FOX 5 meteorologist Caitlin Roth.
One of Area's Most Popular Restaurants Looks to Go from Two Locations to Four with Panhandle Eateries
One of the area's most popular restaurants that recently opened a second location in Marion County has announced it is taking its show, or food, on the road. Apple Annies, who has been in Morgantown for roughly 10 years, has announced via its Facebook page that it will be expanding into two location in Berkeley County.- Martinsburg and Spring Mills.
Martinsburg teen in distress dies after being hit by truck on Interstate 81
MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — A 15-year-old suicidal Martinsburg boy died last week after running out of his parent's vehicle and being struck by a tractor-trailer on Interstate 81, according to the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office. "This is a tragic event, and our thoughts and prayers go to the family of...
Local Firefighters Educate First Graders on Fire Safety
In a heartwarming community outreach effort, firefighters from MMP&W visited Mercersburg Elementary School to teach fire safety to Mrs. Dell’s first-grade class. The crew, initially at the school to clean hoses used in a recent fire, seized the opportunity to engage with the children. With Mrs. Dell’s permission, the...
Public health officials want feedback about public health issues and attitudes on cannabis
Washington County residents will have opportunities to share their opinions about public health and marijuana with public health officials in two separate efforts, including events on Thursday. The Maryland Commission on Public Health is hosting its Western Maryland listening session from 5-[6 p.m. Thursday, May 23, at the Washington County...
Vehicle Crash Reported in Franklin Township on Mercersburg Road
MARKES, Pa. — A vehicle crash was reported on Mercersburg Road in Franklin Township around 5 p.m. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. No injuries or road closures have been reported. Crews are on the scene. For live traffic updates, click here. Do you have photos or...
Greencastle Antrim High School’s Joey Singer Shines in CareerTech Program
Joey Singer, a senior at Greencastle Antrim High School and a distinguished student in the Ag Mechanics program at CareerTech, is making notable strides in his field. As he approaches graduation, Joey has already achieved significant milestones, including earning his Volvo Assembly certification. Throughout his senior semester, Joey has been...
Return of professional baseball having big economic benefit for Hagerstown
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — The Hub City lost their minor league baseball team after 40 years during the pandemic. But a new professional baseball team, the Flying Boxcars, came to the city and are in their very first week, having a positive economic spinoff for the community. “I’ve bumped into a lot of […]
Kylie Arnold hits Multiple Home Runs to Lead the Fannett-Metal Lady Tigers past the Southern Fulton Lady Indians
Kylie Arnold hit two home runs and drove in five as FM defeated Southern Fulton 10-3 on Wednesday 5/15. Arnold homered in the second and seventh innings. Harleigh Detweiler struck out 12 batters on the day and only gave up 4 hits and three runs in seven innings. A double...
Commissioners OK a 3-year utility rate schedule, and new airport hangar and parking rates
New rates for hangar rentals and other services at Hagerstown Regional Airport won approval from the Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, but without some of the added fees initially proposed, and a new three-year rate schedule for water and sewer service was also approved. Because of increasing costs for services, Airport Director...
Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office welcomes new Police Social Worker
BERKELEY COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office has announced the addition of Police Social Worker (PSW) Alexis Worley to their team. In this role, PSW Worley will provide essential crisis intervention assistance. Additionally, she will offer short-term individual and family counseling to department employees. In the upcoming weeks, PSW Worley will undergo […]
Extradition and Charges in Hagerstown Murder Case
Cleo Hermon Brown, 50, of Hagerstown, has been extradited from Pennsylvania to face charges in Washington County for the murder of his live-in girlfriend, Renee Elizabeth Shoemaker, 57. The incident occurred in late April at the couple’s home. Brown is charged with first-degree and second-degree murder. Shoemaker was found...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.