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Morgantown man accused of Barbour County stabbing

MORGANTOWN -- A Morgantown man is in jail for allegedly stabbing a man in Barbour County multiple times. James P. McGilton, 30, is charged with malicious assault by the Barbour County Sheriff’s Office.  A deputy was called to a house on Fox Road, in Belington, at about 11:55 p.m. ...

Man finds bullet in house after fireworks

MORGANTOWN -- A house on Green Street, in Morgantown’s Greenmont neighborhood, was shot on Saturday night under cover of fireworks. “I noticed because the next morning I came into the living room and saw the plaster was off the wall,” the homeowner said. “I wondered if my kids ...

Woman sued over dog attack

MORGANTOWN -- A couple are suing the owner of a dog they say got loose and attacked the woman in Morgantown’s North Hills neighborhood Plaintiffs Linda and James Barnes seek compensation for Linda’s injuries, medical expenses, pain, suffering and more. The suit also asks for attorney ...

Preston County courthouse has had several homes

Preston County Circuit Judge Steven Shaffer said he is proud of the historical Preston County Courthouse. Shaffer said he has made some changes to the courtroom and has received a lot of feedback on how the changes have helped.  He said he and former Circuit Judge Robert C. Halbritter ...

Mylan sues Teva, alleging Teva stifled competition for its MS drug Copaxone

MORGANTOWN — The tangled world of generic pharmaceuticals took another twist last week, as Mylan Pharmaceuticals filed suit in federal court against Israel-based Teva, alleging Teva illegally schemed to stifle competition for its multiple sclerosis drug Copaxone. Morgantown-based Mylan ...