Firefighting is known to be a dangerous profession. In addition to the obvious risks of running into burning buildings, the men and women of professional and volunteer fire departments are […]
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PSC encourages public comments in Mon Power/Potomac Edison rate case that includes reduced net metering credit
MORGANTOWN – The state Public Service Commission is encouraging public comments on Mon Power and Potomac Edison’s rate-hike case. This case is the companies’ base rate case, filed May 31, […]
Preston BOE holds three executive sessions over school concerns
KINGWOOD — Members of the Preston County Board of Education (BOE) began their Thursday meeting with an executive session. But that wasn’t the only one, the board went into executive […]
Something sweet coming to former Slight Indulgence building
Suncrest is getting a sweet surprise in early 2024. The Cupcakerie, which has been serving up stunning cupcakes and other pastries in downtown Morgantown for over a decade, will shift […]
Dispute over Justice’s helicopter lands in hearing today
The case of who should have possession of a helicopter used for the businesses owned by Gov. Jim Justice and his family is taking off again. U.S. District Judge Frank […]
Officials prepare to announce economic growth
West Virginia is expecting an economic development announcement involving LG, the South Korea-based electronics powerhouse. West Virginia University President Gordon Gee has headlined an invitation to join Gov. Jim Justice […]
GOP, be honest about election interference
In recent weeks, Congress has stripped a senator of his committee chairmanship pending a bribery investigation, expelled a House member for egregious frauds and fired a staffer for making a […]
Patriotism can save us from nationalism
by Andreas Kluth It’s patriotism when love of your own people comes first; it’s nationalism when hate for people other than your own comes first. That definition comes from Charles […]
Looking back and looking forward
As one year ends and another begins, we hear predictions about the future, many of which have been proven wrong — from the end of the world due to climate […]
Morgantown Council passes fire station property purchase on first reading
MORGANTOWN — Assistant City Manager Emily Muzzarelli said the city initially identified and evaluated 10 potential locations before ultimately selecting 1.5 acres at the corner of Don Knotts Boulevard and […]
