Photos: Train Derails into Potomac River Near Harpers Ferry The train was headed east over the Winchester and Potomac Railroad Bridge between Harpers Ferry and Maryland about 2:30 a.m., train ...

HARPERS FERRY, W.Va. — Equipment is being moved into place along the West Virginia shore to begin removal of the larger of two work barges that got washed down the Potomac River in early May due ...

After a $1.6 billion investment and years of work, the Seine River is officially open for public swimming for the first time ...

HARPERS FERRY, W.Va. — Maps and guides at the visitors center for the Appalachian Trail Conservancy clearly point out an unfortunate fact: the Potomac River Footbridge is closed.

Two construction barges carrying a Caterpillar excavator and other equipment broke loose and floated down the Potomac River on Sunday afternoon, heading toward Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.

Railroad lines reopened Tuesday morning after a fire damaged a railroad bridge crossing the Potomac River at Harpers Ferry on Monday afternoon. Skip to main content. You are the owner of ...

History buffs and nature lovers alike will find plenty to pique the senses on this scenic hiking trails that stretches from ...

A Maryland man drowned in the Potomac River on July 4 after he tried to cross through the water while fishing near Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, authorities say.

Learn more about the best things to do in Harpers Ferry, ... The Bavarian Inn Resort and Brewing Company has room options that overlook the Potomac River or the Greystone Manor and grounds.

He rented a farm in Maryland, across the Potomac River from Harpers Ferry. Here he assembled his arms and waited for his "army" to arrive. The delay had an adverse effect on Brown's plan.