MORGANTOWN — What are your thoughts on mixed mesophytic forests chock full of pileated woodpeckers? And would it surprise you to know such a place exists here […]
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Marilla Park pool project ahead of schedule as 65-year run nears its end
MORGANTOWN — Call it a changing of the (life)guard. After 65 years or so as a Morgantown summer staple, BOPARC’s Marilla Pool is just about ready to […]
City, BOPARC initiate financing for lower Marilla Park upgrades
With a $14.2 million aquatic complex under construction and slated to open in upper Marilla Park in summer 2025, BOPARC is turning its attention to the post-pool […]
East Brockway closed as pool prep progresses
MORGANTOWN — East Brockway Avenue through Marilla Park will likely be closed through early March as March-Westin continues site preparation for BOPARC’s new pool complex. Work at […]
Suspect crashes vehicle in Marilla Park after fleeing from MPD traffic stop
A Westover man is in custody at North Central Regional Jail following a brief police pursuit in Morgantown on Sunday evening. According to Morgantown Police Department officials, […]
BOPARC plotting the post-pool future of lower Marilla Park
MORGANTOWN — Here’s an impression of BOPARC Executive Director Melissa Wiles reading through public feedback received as part of the lower Marilla Park re-imagining process. “Pickleball, pickleball, […]
Fun things to do this summer
There’s no denying Morgantown becomes much quieter in the summer. With public schools out and most university students gone for the summer, the city almost seems like […]
Police search for 23-year-old, considered ‘armed and dangerous’
The Monongalia County Sheriff’s Department is searching for murder suspect Chance Austin Williams, 23, of Morgantown. Authorities warn he could be armed and dangerous. Deputies responded to […]
Now you can show love to your local park
A little over a week ago, members of The Dominion Post Editorial Board met with Denver Allen (previous BOPARC board president), Mayor Jenny Selin (current BOPARC board […]
Earth Day: ‘This is their planet, and they’ll want to take care of it’
Earth Day, the 2022 edition, was firmly taking root at Marilla Park on Friday, and William was right there. “We have bees at my house,” the 4-year-old […]
