HAZELTON — HAZELTON — Why was James “Whitey” Bulger housed in a unit at USP Hazelton where his killers could reach him? Even some staffers within the Preston County prison want […]
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Three WVU students qualify as Rhodes Finalists
MORGANTOWN — Three students at West Virginia University have qualified as finalists for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. Emma Harrison and Andrea Petit, both of Morgantown, and Ginny Thrasher of Springfield, […]
Preston High dismissed early today after fire; After School Explorers cancelled for day
KINGWOOD — Preston High was dismissed three hours early Thursday after a battery meltdown in an emergency light caught fire. Principal Steve Plum said it occurred in a second-floor boys bathroom. […]
Gap has narrowed between Manchin, Morrisey: W.Va. poll
CHARLESTON — With tonight’s high-profile debate and a presidential visit still ahead, the U.S. Senate race between incumbent Joe Manchin and challenger Patrick Morrisey is tightening up. The latest version […]
Questions remain in connection with Whitey Bulger murder
HAZELTON — U.S. Attorney for Northern West Virginia Bill Powell confirmed Wednesday the investigation into the death of one-time Boston crime boss James “Whitey” Bulger at the federal prison in Preston […]
WVU Medicine to build 2 parking garages, parking lot
MORGANTOWN — Parking, for employees, patients and visitors, could be made easier at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital. WVU Medicine is building two parking garages and a parking lot, according to […]
High Mountain Off-Road shop in Westover catches fire
WESTOVER — Firefighters battled a small blaze at High Mountain On-Off Road, on Fairmont Road in Westover, Wednesday afternoon. The fire was reported at 3:30 p.m., according to MECCA 911. […]
In wake of Pittsburgh shooting, religious leaders and police are talking safety
MORGANTOWN — In the aftermath of the shooting spree that claimed 11 lives at Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh last weekend, religious leaders and law enforcement are committing to […]
Preston County residents learn about hemp farming
KINGWOOD — About 30 people attended a meeting to discuss hemp farming Tuesday at the Preston Community Arts Center. FWV Cod 19-12E-1 to 19-12E-9 (2016) allows hemp production for commercial […]
Monongalia County Commission receives good news on TIF districts
MORGANTOWN — When taken together, Monongalia County’s four tax increment financing (TIF) districts have increased the assessed value in the four zones by more than $190 million. As mandated by state […]
