KINGWOOD – The Preston County Health Department (PCHD) has joined a focus Hep C project. According to Board of Health Director V.J. Davis, a grant from Gilead, […]
Author: Jeniffer Graham, The Dominion Post
Independence water project progresses in Preston County
NEWBURG – All but two rights-of-way signatures have been obtained for the Independence water project, according to Newburg Mayor Edgar Fortney. Fortney told council Tuesday that he […]
Kingwood businesses ready for Buckwheat Festival
KINGWOOD – With the Buckwheat Festival looming nearer, down town Kingwood businesses are preparing for the crowds and the increased business. The 78th Preston County Buckwheat Festival […]
Preston Solid Waste Authority buys equipment
KINGWOOD – The Preston County Solid Waste Authority agreed to purchase a new Kawasaki UTV and a five-ton trailer to help with litter cleanup. Money for the […]
Reedsville adds fence for safety at town hall
REEDSVILLE – New fencing is in place blocking a drop off next to Reedsville Town Hall. At an earlier meeting, council discussed removing the posts around a […]
Preston considering new food pantry programs
KINGWOOD — The Preston County Caring Council and Food for Preston (FFP) are considering adding several new feeding programs. Tammy Laney, director of FFP and Nicole Davis, […]
Officers discuss responsibilities and challenges
KINGWOOD — What are the duties of a law enforcement officer? According to Preston County Sheriff Dan Loughrie, officers are responsible for the tax office, civil process, […]
Pack the Bus collects donations for program, which offers weekend meals, snacks for kids experiencing food insecurity
KINGWOOD — When Pack the Bus for Preston County Kids began in 2011, it served 92 students, according to Tammy Laney, coordinator for Food for Preston. By […]
Pack the Bus with food in Preston on Aug. 11
KINGWOOD – Michelle Wolford’s Pack the Bus will collect donations of food and funds Sunday for the Preston backpack program. Tammy Laney, coordinator for Food for Preston, […]
Newburg concerned that acid mine drainage may enter lake
NEWBURG – Water pollution and acid mine drainage were the main topics of discussion at the Tuesday meeting of Newburg Council. Mayor Edgar Fortney said during a […]
