MORGANTOWN — Morgantown City Council opened its regular Tuesday meeting with a moment of silence for those impacted by COVID-19. Included in that number is Morgantown City Manager Kim Haws. […]
Local Government
Preston Health Department says it doesn’t control how much COVID vaccine it receives
KINGWOOD – The Preston County Health Department has no control over how much COVID vaccine it receives and, at the current rate, could still be vaccinating people in November. Preston […]
BOPARC: Cutting down trees, building trails in city parks is illegal
MORGANTOWN — Do not cut down trees and do not build trails or obstacles within city parks. “That’s not a suggestion,” BOPARC Assistant Director Marissa Travinski said. “That’s the law.” […]
Candidates may file for Preston County municipal elections
For those interested in running for mayor, recorder or council, now is the time to throw your hat in the ring. All but three Preston County municipalities are holding elections […]
W.Va. AG warns consumers of stimulus check scams
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey warned consumers to beware of potential scams as they await stimulus checks. The federal government began direct deposits of the stimulus money […]
Regional jail fees weigh heavy on counties
By Will Dean and Kathy Plum Newsroom@DominionPost.com Counties in West Virginia are responsible for a lot of bills — including the cost of housing inmates from the county being held […]
Burlington, HomeGoods among stores coming to WestRidge Commons
MORGANTOWN — HomeGoods. Ross Dress for Less. Burlington. Shoe Carnival. PetSmart. According to information provided by WestRidge, all five national retailers are under lease and coming to WestRidge Commons in […]
Who is paying for rising jail costs?
Regional jail costs have risen. Read more about the cost to Mon and Preston counties and what officials think could ease the burden HERE By Will Dean and Kathy Plum […]
Workforce WV offers public an explanation
Unemployment claims have risen 3,500% since March by Olivia Murrayomurray@dominionpost.com For some unemployed locals, getting the benefits they need to stay financially afloat during the pandemic has been more sink […]
BOE votes for blended learning
KINGWOOD — Preston County students will return to school Jan. 25 on a blended schedule in school two days a week, the board of education decided Friday. The board said […]
