R.I.P Potholes Gov. Jim Justice proudly announced operation “R.I.P Potholes” — an unusual off-season hot-asphalt pothole patching effort. As much as we criticize the West Virginia Division […]
Tag: downtown
Are one-way streets hurting Morgantown’s downtown?
MORGANTOWN — Outdated. Less safe. Bad for business. These days, popular opinion on one-way streets seems to be … well, a one-way street — get rid of […]
Jan. 21 letters to the editor
Lan completely wrong on climate change The article about Dr. Lan urging people to keep an open mind on climate change (DP-01-13-24) might have been posted on […]
For family-friendly downtown, focus on store looks, not store type
How many smoke and vape shops is too many? The Morgantown Planning Commission is considering a change in zoning ordinances to limit any more vape/tobacco stores from […]
Morgantown Police investigate shooting on Water Street
MORGANTOWN — Morgantown Police are investigating a shooting that happened just before 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20. Officers responded to a shots-fired call at 1993 Water Street, to […]
Why does construction near WVU start after students arrive?
There is rarely a good time to rip up roads or do work on water lines, but there are certainly “less bad” times to do so — […]
Downtown arcade reopening following summer renovations and rebranding
The Levels Arcade team is excited to welcome the community back to a new-and-improved setup after today’s grand-opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. Formerly Starport Arcade and Pub, Levels […]
Fireworks set for 10 p.m. July 1 at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park
Start your celebration of July 4 today in Morgantown at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park. “We are excited to have a patriotic program that celebrates our nation’s independence,” […]
Downtown seeing a renaissance
It looks like Downtown Morgantown is experiencing its own little renaissance. The Warner Theater is under renovation, Apothecary Ale House will be taking over an old bank […]
Dec. 5 letters to the editor
Downtown must have own warming shelter Monongalia Friends Meeting has a deep concern for our neighbors in Morgantown who are without shelter this winter. As Quakers, we […]