Flames engulfed a single story residence early Tuesday afternoon as firefighters from several departments worked to battle the blaze. Firefighters from Cool Springs, Masontown, Brookhaven and Reedsville volunteer fire departments […]
Features
More than 40 turn out for DEP meeting on “Science Facility”
MORGANTOWN — Data processing center. Science Facility. These are the terms used to describe a project proposed by Marion Energy Partners for placement in the Morgantown Industrial Park. What is […]
Preston Commission gets animal shelter update
The Preston County Animal Shelter took in 551 animals in 2021. Supervisor Kelley Reel gave Preston’s commissioners an overview of the shelter’s year at the regular Preston County Commission meeting […]
A group that’s for the birds: Avian Conservation Center cares for feathered friends
MORGANTOWN — This year will mark the 10th anniversary of the Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia (ACCA), a local bird rescue organization that does a lot more than care for […]
City offers grant program to assist new and existing businesses impacted by pandemic
MORGANTOWN — New and existing businesses based in Morgantown are encouraged to apply for the new Small Business Assistance Grant through the City of Morgantown. The grant, developed in partnership […]
Woodburn neighborhood (still) looking for a sign
MORGANTOWN — Morgantown’s Woodburn neighborhood is entrenched in its very own whodunnit. Though, by now, it may be more of a cold case. Either way, it’s a sign — literally. […]
St. Paul Lutheran provides game-day parking with a purpose
Glen Borrelli knew how to steer the altruism. The late Borrelli was a faithful attendee of St. Paul Lutheran Church, where he also served on various committees designed to bring […]
Legislative Lookahead: Leaders say bills will address mining, energy, economic development, social needs
MORGANTOWN – West Virginia’s legislative leaders described their goals for the 2022 session – which starts Jan. 12 – during Friday’s West Virginia Press Association Legislative Lookahead. With the pandemic […]
Bloom issues mask challenge: Just wear it
MORGANTOWN — “Mon County is exceptional. Our citizens are above the others, and we’re going to prove it.” And with that, Monongalia County Commission President Tom Bloom issued a challenge. […]
School out early in anticipation of storm
School was dismissed early Thursday in Monongalia and Preston counties in anticipation of a winter storm expected to bring inches of snow to the area. “Preston and Tucker counties are […]
