WVU Hospitals said Wednesday it received a Certificate of Need from the West Virginia Health Care Authority to move into a portion of the vacated Fairmont Regional Medical Center and […]
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DEP public hearing draws criticism for plan to weaken some water pollution measures, delay action on others
MORGANTOWN — The state Department of Environmental Protection drew criticism for many considered a weak stance on rules governing water quality during a Tuesday evening public hearing. “I think you’re […]
For The Comeback: State residents can use state park lodging for 30% discount this summer
MORGANTOWN — Gov. Jim Justice said Wednesday he wants all West Virginians who can to get out and enjoy the state parks. So all state residents can receive a 30% […]
Mon Health receives approval for $20 million small format hospital
Mon Health System received its Certificate of Need from the West Virginia Health Care Authority to proceed with plans to construct a $20 million, small format hospital in Fairmont. Mon […]
Manchin introducing SMART Act to allow states to backfill COVID-19 shortfalls
MORGANTOWN — Sen. Joe Manchin is introducing a bill – with Democrat and Republican co-sponsors – to aid states, cities and counties cope with the financial crisis sparked by the […]
Slemp: Statewide nursing home testing revealed few new COVID-19 cases, small outbreaks
MORGANTOWN — Bureau of Public Health Commissioner Cathy Slemp provided the promised overview of COVID-19 testing at the state’s 123 nursing homes during Tuesday’s press briefing. She recapped what led […]
Malls, bars, park lodges, zoos and spas among those on new reopening list
MORGANTOWN — Gov. Jim Justice announced a new list of planned reopenings during his Monday COVID-19 press briefing. Indoor malls will be included among the businesses reopening on Thursday. Guidance […]
Preston Board of Health approves budget
KINGWOOD — The Preston County Board of Health approved the department’s 2020-21 budget last week. The budget totals $474,215 and includes no money from the county commission, but does have […]
Mon County Health Department resuming some services
Clinical Services at Monongalia County Health Department is open for preventive service appointments. “The health department staff is at a place where we can resume some of our normal services […]
Sundale brings back therapy services
Fourteen people — residents and staff — at Sundale Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care remain positive for the COVID-19 virus, while 40 have recovered, the facility’s medical director said Friday.And with […]
