Mining blast order drags on as inspectors weigh lifting
Mine inspectors gave no timeline to lift the blasting halt at the I 66 and US 340 522 quarry where fly rock damaged 10 vehicles and a fitness center. Public safety officials said the site remains under close monitoring and blasting may resume only under restricted conditions after a satisfactory number of blasts.
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EDA sues North over loan and fraud scheme in Front Royal
The EDA alleges North owes $70,000 of a $110,000 loan taken in 2015 to buy property on Robinhood Lane in Front Royal and seeks $140,000 of a $350,000 claim for conspiracy. Five counts are listed including fraud and theft. McDonald, the exec director 2008 to 2018, allegedly ran schemes 2014 to 2018. The court previously granted partial judgment against McDonald, who agreed to pay $9 million but denies wrongdoing.
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Rare Shenandoah Valley chest sells for 50250 at auction
The Galladay family blanket chest, with provenance linking Catharine Elizabeth Ernst Galladay to Ruth Houston Rinker, drew keen interest from collectors. Six bidders pushed the online sale from 5000 to a final bid of 50250, reflecting its rarity and regional significance. It is one of five known chests by the unnamed Shenandoah Valley craftsman.
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Spring Hollow Antiques
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Catharine
Heinrich Otto
Pennsylvania
Rinker
Shenandoah County
Stephens City
Shenandoah Valley
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