25 Years Ago

Herald of Feb. 20, 1997

Three homes in the Martinsburg area were burglarized on Sunday morning while the victims were attending church. The thieves made off with a variety of items, including jewelry and cash. A gun, videocassette recorder, antique silverware, and a camera were also reported stolen.

The Martinsburg Community Library received a grant to provide free internet service for patrons. Bell Atlantic donated a computer and printer, and dial up internet access was also donated.

Patrons of the library would be able to use the equipment and internet free of charge.

Local farmers were vent...