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Potomac Valley Audubon Society to host hike to Jefferson's Rock
The Potomac Valley Audubon Society invites hikers of all ages and abilities to join veteran trail hiker Dave Michener for a short hike up to Jefferson's Rock at Harpers Ferry on Sunday, March 25. Participants will meet at the Harpers Ferry train... -
Downs to talk about trail hike
On Sunday, Oct. 9, Alan Downs will give a talk about his adventures as he hiked the 2,181 miles of the Appalachian Trail this summer. The talk will be given at St. John’s UCC Church at 211 E. Cumberland St. in Clear Spring. The talk will be in...Tags: Crossroads, Wars and Interventions, American Legion, Spaghetti, Reformed
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Multiple sources help fund county fire, rescue operations
When it comes to a fire company fundraiser, you've probably heard about the carnivals. And the barbecues, the bingo and, perhaps, the door-to-door solicitations. But in today's world, the work of raising $450,000 for a new firetruck or $180,000 to...Tags: Politics, Companies and Corporations, Hospitals and Clinics, Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland), Property-Casualty Insurance
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'Cats wrap up perfect regular season
Thursday, October 27, 2011 PREP VOLLEYBALL WILLIAMSPORT — Sam Kelly had 16 kills and Stacey Christy added 15 kills and two blocks as Williamsport wrapped up an undefeated regular season on Thursday night with an impressive 25-21, 25-19, 26-24...Tags: Spring Training, Entertainment Events, Waynesboro (Waynesboro, Virginia), Francis Scott Key, Facebook
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JFK 50 Mile to remain on Appalachian Trail
dona@herald-mail.comThis year’s 50th running of the JFK 50 Mile ultramarathon will still include a 13-mile section of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, and organizers will look at ways to expand the field of entrants in future years while maintaining a limit of 1,...Tags: Gardens and Parks, Road Running, Running, New York City, Travel
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Cake baking contest planned at Appalachian Trail Conservancy
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy will hold a cake-baking contest to celebrate its 87th anniversary. Judging will be from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 3, at ATC's Visitor Center, 799 Washington St., Harpers Ferry, W.Va. The event is free and open to the...Tags: The Pentagon, Ceremonies, Arts and Culture, Culture
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Historic Harpers Ferry hotel sits atop a town divided
Associated PressOn a cliff overlooking spectacular views of two joining rivers, a boarded-up and crumbling hotel in Harpers Ferry, W.Va., could offer an opportunity for the small West Virginia community to promote its historic heritage while giving the local economy a...Tags: Mike Miller, Alexander (music group), Washington, DC, Colonial Williamsburg, Tourism and Leisure
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Washington Township Supervisors cool to hiker-hostel proposal
waynesboro@herald-mail.comCiting concerns about the location and users, the Washington Township (Pa.) Supervisors said Wednesday they will not change their zoning ordinance to accommodate a man who wants to open a hostel for Appalachian Trail hikers. Lawrence "Bogator" Pitt asked...Tags: Washington (U.S. state)
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'New old house' in Keedysville offers beds, breakfast, history
Name of business: Inn at Red Hill Owner: Cindy Neugebauer Address: 4936 Red Hill Road, Keedysville Opening date: Oct. 27, 2011 Products and services: Bed and breakfast featuring elegant lodging, and freshly prepared, hot breakfasts served each...Tags: Washington, DC, Hotel and Accommodation Industry
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Faith fuels Hagerstown man through JFK 50 Mile
davem@herald-mail.comAs a runner, Gil Crumrine draws much of his motivation from his faith in God. The Hagerstown man has made several mission trips to Africa, and recalls that his fastest times in the JFK 50 Mile came after his first trip to the country in 2005. Not only...Tags: Marathon, Travel, Gerald Ford, White House, Track and Field
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First-timer challenging himself to run JFK 50 Mile
richardb@herald-mail.comJim Hennigan has been training since July for his first attempt at the JFK 50 Mile, and the 36-year-old is realistic about his expectations. “I’m not going to win this race, but I am going to challenge myself,” he said. “For me,...Tags: Marathon, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Health, Salt
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Appalachian Trail Conference changes hands
richardb@herald-mail.comDavid Startzell’s legacy as executive director of the Appalachian Trail Conservancy for 25 years was buying thousands of acres to protect the national scenic hiking trail, and get it off public roads and private property. “He brought us...Tags: Colonial Williamsburg
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