by Cynthia M. Allen In the aftermath of a tragedy like the elementary school massacre in Uvalde, when emotions and egos are running high, few of us have much wisdom […]
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Masontown Swift Water Rescue always on call
MASONTOWN — No matter where in the county the call comes from, the Masontown Swift Water Rescue Team will respond if needed. “We are trained in swift water rescue and […]
Lawsuit claims Westover unlawfully denied FOIA requests
The city of Westover is being sued by resident Frank Huy on claims that the city twice unlawfully denied his access to public records guaranteed by West Virginia Code 29B-1-1. […]
Law enforcement recruitment problematic for all departments
Police departments countywide and throughout the state are experiencing an unprecedented shortage of new officer recruits. The Monongalia County Sheriff’s Department said they will be down eight officers, which is […]
Community kicks in to buy a new van for The Shack
It takes a village … to a raise a van. Or rather, to raise the money so the Shack Neighborhood House could replace its old one. “This is such a […]
Experts: COVID contributes to drug and medical supply shortages, but problem is nothing new
MORGANTOWN – Supply-chain problems have been a daily topic of discussion during the pandemic. But a reader’s difficulties in getting a refill on a simple and inexpensive medication led The […]
Officials: Don’t jump off the Jenkinsburg Bridge
MASONTOWN — While the Masontown Swift Water Rescue Team is ready to save those who need it, members offered some tips to help keep water enthusiasts safe. Two local hotspots […]
Arabian night in Star City
BY ASHUTOSH DAS On warm days, I love to go on walks with my wife and children. During one such walk, along the riverfront park in Star City, I met […]
New concert program began Friday at Ruby Amphitheatre
The Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust and City of Morgantown Arts & Culture Department kicked off the 2022 Ruby Summer Concert Series Friday with royal flair. Queen tribute band Almost […]
‘I want a new heart’: Cheyenne Bowman needs a cardiac transplant to survive
NOTE: This story has been updated to reflect that WVU Medicine does not perform pediatric heart transplants. That information wasn’t clear in a Saturday story due to a reporter’s error. […]
