KINGWOOD – A Tunnelton woman convicted of killing a toddler will not get a new trial or have her sentence lowered, a judge ruled Friday. In October, a Preston County […]
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Kingwood seeks approval for water and garbage rate increases
KINGWOOD – The City of Kingwood is seeking approval for water and garbage rate increases. But COVID-19 is impacting the speed at which approval for the proposed increases progress. The […]
Kingwood Sewer Board wants to replace grinder pumps
KINGWOOD – The Kingwood Sewer Board is considering replacing 13 grinder pumps with a gravity system. The pumps are located on Pratt and Pleasant streets. Mayor Jean Guillot said Thrasher Engineering will […]
Denver Water Association wants to join with Kingwood
KINGWOOD – The Denver Water Association is asking Kingwood Water Works to take it over. It’s a decision that’s been thrust upon them, attorney Sheila Williams told the Kingwood Water […]
Preston judge denies survey in murder case, holds off on change of venue request
KINGWOOD – Preston Circuit Judge Steve Shaffer said he will wait until juror selection before deciding a request for change of venue in the trial of a Morgantown man accused […]
Preston Health Department says it doesn’t control how much COVID vaccine it receives
KINGWOOD – The Preston County Health Department has no control over how much COVID vaccine it receives and, at the current rate, could still be vaccinating people in November. Preston […]
Candidates may file for Preston County municipal elections
For those interested in running for mayor, recorder or council, now is the time to throw your hat in the ring. All but three Preston County municipalities are holding elections […]
Preston Commission says bad roads holding back economic development
KINGWOOD — Preston commissioners said roads are holding back economic development in the county. It’s the latest in a years-long discussion commissioners have had on road conditions. At the end […]
Preston students growing basil in virtual program
KINGWOOD — Some Preston County students will cultivate a little Italian flavor, thanks to an upcoming online gardening program. The creative basil growing program will be held online at the […]
Courthouse Annex reopens to walk-in traffic
Newsroom@DominionPost.com KINGWOOD — The Preston County Courthouse Annex will reopen to walk-in traffic Monday, but with some limitations. Last week the building was closed to walk-in traffic, except by appointment, […]
