MORGANTOWN — The National Fire Protection Agency recommends removing fire apparatus from frontline service after 10-15 years of use. Monongalia County’s lone tanker, which operates out of the Granville Fire […]
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Guest essay: This time, VFDs are calling for help
by G.T. Parsons West Virginia’s volunteer firefighters place their communities above themselves, donating their time and risking their lives in the name of public safety. When people in need call, […]
Ashton Estates blaze totals several townhomes
A massive structure fire that began around 11:35 a.m. Monday at Ashton Estates on Smithtown Road claimed three townhomes and damaged others before firefighters from nearly a dozen companies — […]
CNX Foundation donates to three Volunteer fire departments
CNX Foundation from CNX Natural Gas presented checks to three Volunteer fire departments Thursday. The event took place at Wadestown VFD in Wana and included a luncheon. The funds went […]
Preston Commission gives money to VFDs
KINGWOOD — The Preston County Commission set aside $240,000 in CARES money to help the county’s 12 volunteer fire departments at its Nov. 30 meeting. The motion, made by Commissioner […]
Blacksville VFD Gears Up
Members of the Blacksville Volunteer Fire Department are better equipped to do their jobs, thanks in part to Northeast Natural Energy. Kevin Wilson, VFD chief, said the department recently purchased […]
Preston Dive Team requests funds for equipment
KINGWOOD – The Preston County Dive Team is seeking financial help to buy gear. At the Tuesday meeting of the Preston County Commission, Commissioner Samantha Stone said she received a […]
EMS Executive Director honored
John Hitchens named fellow by American College of Paramedic Executives Executive Director of EMS for Star City Volunteer Fire Department John Hitchens recently achieved the highest level credentials in the […]
Tuesday morning fire on Fairchance Road
Owner heard explosion from dryer that was in use No one was injured in a house fire that closed Fairchance Road for several hours on Tuesday. The owner of the […]
House fire on Listravia Ave sparks brush fire; Power on Earl L. Core Road mostly restored
A vacant house on Listravia Avenue burned down early Monday morning, knocking out power to thousands and starting a brush fire. Morgantown firefighters were called to the fire at 2005 […]
