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Fairfax Fire & Rescue Helps Save Injured Hiker On Billy Goat Trail Near Virginia (DEVELOPING) Fairfax Fire & Rescue Helps Save Injured Hiker On Billy Goat Trail Near Virginia (DEVELOPING)
Fairfax Fire & Rescue Helps Save Injured Hiker On Billy Goat Trail Near Virginia (Developing) A hiker was seriously injured after falling along the Billy Goat Trail A near Great Falls on Monday, Oct. 13, prompting a major rescue operation involving multiple agencies, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS). Crews were called around 1:00 p.m. to the C&O Canal National Historical Park after reports of an injured person on the rocky “Traverse” section of the trail, MCFRS spokesperson Pete Piringer said. “Rescue @COcanalNPS Billy Goat Trail A, Great Falls, MD, Potomac River, injured person from a fall,” Piringer posted. Firefighters and swift-water rescue tea…
‘Treacherous Trails’: Hiker Suffers Head Injury, Rescued At Great Falls Park In Maryland ‘Treacherous Trails’: Hiker Suffers Head Injury, Rescued At Great Falls Park In Maryland
‘Treacherous Trails’: Hiker Suffers Head Injury, Rescued At Great Falls Park In Maryland There was no break for first responders in Maryland who were called to Great Falls Park to assist a hiker who suffered a head injury on Monday, officials said. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue crews were called early on Sept. 1 to the national park, after a woman suffered an injury and had to be assisted from the trail. According to a spokesperson for the agency, the woman was assisted from the trail to a UTV, then taken back to the park for further evaluation. Hiking Trails of Great Falls, MD. @mcfrs wants you to Know Before You Go. Some trails are treacherous and not suitable for eve…
New Rankings Reveal America's Top Towns New Rankings Reveal America's Top Towns
New Rankings Reveal America's Top Towns Where can you find a waterfall, a blues club, and world-class waffles, all in one Top 10 list? CNN Travel has unveiled its second annual ranking of America’s Best Towns To Visit, spotlighting small cities with standout charm, and a big dose of the unexpected. The outlet tapped its readers and contributors for nominations.  It then narrowed the field by evaluating each town’s attractions, dining and drink options, cultural and nightlife scenes, identity, diversity, proximity to other destinations, and general “wow factor.” Travel essentials like lodging and accessibility were also con…
Human Remains Found At Patapsco Valley State Park In Maryland (DEVELOPING) Human Remains Found At Patapsco Valley State Park In Maryland (DEVELOPING)
Human Remains Found At Patapsco Valley State Park In Maryland (Developing) Parts of Patapsco Valley State Park were closed in Maryland on Wednesday afternoon when a hiker made a grisly discovery, according to multiple reports. Maryland Natural Resources Police say that human remains were located near the Forest Glen Trail in the Baltimore County park, prompting an intensive investigation on June 4. No details about the investigation have been released by police. The incident remains under investigation. This is a developing story. Check Daily Voice for updates as more information is released. Want breaking news in the DMV as it happens, or want to contribu…
‘Super Chill And Funny’: PA Park Ranger Alec Campbell Remembered After Tragic Drowning On Duty ‘Super Chill And Funny’: PA Park Ranger Alec Campbell Remembered After Tragic Drowning On Duty
‘Super Chill And Funny’: PA Park Ranger Alec Campbell Remembered After Tragic Drowning On Duty A popular Pennsylvania park ranger who vanished during a Memorial Day weekend patrol has been found dead, authorities and colleagues announced. Alec Campbell, 38, of Delaware County, was identified as the ranger whose body was recovered from the Neshaminy Creek at Tyler State Park after a days-long search. He went missing on Saturday, May 24, when his kayak capsized during routine patrol duties, Pennsylvania State Police said. His body was located on Sunday, May 25, following a large multi-agency search effort involving DCNR, PSP Aviation and Maritime Units, local fire departments, emergenc…
WATCH: Maryland Troopers Hoist Injured Hiker, Kayaker In Dramatic Holiday Weekend Rescues WATCH: Maryland Troopers Hoist Injured Hiker, Kayaker In Dramatic Holiday Weekend Rescues
Watch: Maryland Troopers Hoist Injured Hiker, Kayaker In Dramatic Holiday Weekend Rescues It was a high-stakes holiday weekend for Maryland State Police Aviation crews, who pulled off two dramatic back-to-back air rescues.  The first rescue happened around 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 25, at Wolf Rock in Catoctin State Park, where an injured hiker had fallen from a rock face in a remote area of Frederick County, according to Maryland State Police. Trooper 2 Hoists Injured Subject Off Wolf Rock It’s been a busy holiday weekend for MSPAC. As of 4pm on Memorial Day,... Posted by Maryland State Police - Aviation Command on Monday, May 26, 2025 Because of the victim’s locatio…
Virginia Woman Dies After 150-Foot Fall At Crabtree Falls On Memorial Day Weekend Virginia Woman Dies After 150-Foot Fall At Crabtree Falls On Memorial Day Weekend
Virginia Woman Dies After 150-Foot Fall At Crabtree Falls On Memorial Day Weekend A hiking trip at Crabtree Falls turned tragic over Memorial Day weekend when a Virginia Beach woman died after a 150-foot fall, while her friend was rescued from rushing waters, according to the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies and EMS crews were called to Crabtree Falls in Lovingston on Saturday, May 24, for a report of two hikers who had fallen from the trail and into the water, officials said. When Nelson County deputies arrived, they found one of the hikers, Keturah Hendricks, clinging to a rock in the river to avoid being swept away.  Deputies were able to climb down a 75…
Doctor Accused Of Trying To Kill Wife On Hawaii Hiking Trail: Reports Doctor Accused Of Trying To Kill Wife On Hawaii Hiking Trail: Reports
Doctor Accused Of Trying To Kill Wife On Hawaii Hiking Trail: Reports A former UPMC anesthesiologist and assistant professor is accused of trying to kill his wife during a birthday hike in Hawaii, authorities announced. Gerhardt Konig, 46, a former University of Pittsburgh and UPMC doctor, pleaded not guilty to second-degree attempted murder during a virtual court appearance on Monday, April 7, according to CBS News Pittsburgh. Konig allegedly attacked his wife, Arielle Konig, 36, during a March 24 hike on the Pali Puka Trail on Oahu, according to ABC News. Arielle refused to take a selfie near the cliff's edge, prompting Konig to shove her into the bushes w…
Hiker With Dragon Tattoo Missing Over A Month May Be On Appalachian Trail In Virginia Hiker With Dragon Tattoo Missing Over A Month May Be On Appalachian Trail In Virginia
Hiker With Dragon Tattoo Missing Over A Month May Be On Appalachian Trail In Virginia He vanished without a trace more than a month ago — and now, there’s a renewed push to find him. Michael “Deric” Bennet, 42, was last seen on Thursday, Feb. 27 in Centreville, and hasn’t been heard from since, according to a missing person alert shared by Shenandoah National Park officials. The theory?  Bennet may have gone off the grid and onto the Appalachian Trail, where vast stretches of rugged wilderness and miles of trail could make him hard to spot — or reach. The 6-foot, 190-pound man is described as having brown hair and distinct tattoos, including a dragon skeleton on his b…
Human Remains Discovered In Maryland Park, Police Seeking Help Identifying Victim Human Remains Discovered In Maryland Park, Police Seeking Help Identifying Victim
Human Remains Discovered In Maryland Park, Police Seeking Help Identifying Victim Authorities are working to identify a young man whose remains were discovered in a Montgomery County park, according to police. A hiker stumbled upon a human skull in a wooded area of Rock Creek Regional Park on Saturday, March 1, and immediately called 911, Montgomery County Police said. Officers from Montgomery County Police and the Maryland National Capital Park Police responded to the scene, where they found additional human bones along with clothing items, including a winter hat, jacket, and pants.  No identification was recovered at the site, officials said. The Office of the C…
Iconic VA Overlook Depicted In New Stamp Series Honoring Appalachian Trail's Beauty Iconic VA Overlook Depicted In New Stamp Series Honoring Appalachian Trail's Beauty
Iconic VA Overlook Depicted In New Stamp Series Honoring Appalachian Trail's Beauty A new set of stamps celebrating the Appalachian Trail has been released, showcasing breathtaking landscapes across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic. The U.S. Postal Service unveiled the Forever stamps during a first-day-of-issue ceremony at Amicalola Falls State Park in Georgia on Friday, Feb. 28. The stamps honor the nearly 2,200-mile trail that stretches through 14 states. The collection highlights key locations along the trail, from New England's rugged peaks to historic sites in the mid-Atlantic. "The natural beauty of the Appalachian Trail has delighted millions throughout the…
No Foul Play Suspected After 23-Year-Old Found Dead On Virginia Trail, Sheriff Says No Foul Play Suspected After 23-Year-Old Found Dead On Virginia Trail, Sheriff Says
No Foul Play Suspected After 23-Year-Old Found Dead On Virginia Trail, Sheriff Says The death investigation in Loudoun County is ongoing days after a 23-year-old man's body was found along the Washington and Old Dominion (W&OD) Trail. At approximately 6:20 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 16, deputies from the sheriff's office were called to the trail between Dominion Drive and Crestview Drive in Sterling, when hikers made an unsettling discovery. ALERT: There is a heavy law enforcement presence on the W&OD Trail in Sterling between Dominion Drive and Crestview Drive. Please avoid the trail in that area. pic.twitter.com/TVBHk8gNSb — Loudoun County Sheriff's Office…