MORGANTOWN — The state Supreme Court has ruled that Fairmont State University may launch a police academy, over the objections of the state Division of Justice and Community Services. The […]
Cops and Courts
Fairview woman arrested for putting child in danger with unsafe home, police say
A woman was arrested and her daughter taken after multiple hazards, including a loaded gun, were allegedly found within reach of the child. Rhonda Ann Morgan, 37, of Fairview, is […]
Man tried to stab victim at apartment complex over previous conflict, police say
A man was arrested after he admitted to chasing a person with an open knife according to police. Shane S. Weaver, 30, of Morgantown, is charged with malicious assault by […]
64-year-old sex offender arrested for allegedly groping a minor
Granville man faces first-degree sexual abuse charge A registered sex offender was arrested after he allegedly groped a 10-year-old girl. Jonathan K. Hunt, 64, of Granville, is charged with first-degree […]
Preston police seek help finding missing woman
KINGWOOD — Preston County police are asking for help locating a missing woman. Lori Beth Sines, also known as Lori Keller, was reported missing Wednesday. She had not been heard […]
Deputies seize drugs, recover stolen handgun, arrest two
A shots heard call resulted in the arrest of two men, the seizure of multiple types of drugs, including $20,000 worth of heroin, and the recovery of a stolen handgun. […]
One man shot following bar argument, police say
One person was shot following an argument at a downtown bar early Sunday morning. The Morgantown Police Department responded to a shots fired call at 3:25 a.m. near the intersection […]
MPD receives traffic safety award for 14th straight year
Morgantown Police Department was awarded for its traffic safety measures for the 14th straight year. On Friday, the Automotive Association of America (AAA) awarded MPD with its Community Traffic Safety […]
Couple found with drugs, guns; charged with child neglect
KINGWOOD — Two people were charged after a Masontown Police officer said he found them parked along the trail with drugs, guns and a child not dressed for the weather. […]
Albright woman ordered to move trailer from floodplain
KINGWOOD — Amy Sapp has 10 days to remove her mobile home from the floodplain in Albright or the town can do it for her, Preston Circuit Judge Steve Shaffer […]
