BY CHRIS LAWRENCE CHARLESTON — Although there has been some rainfall across West Virginia to start the week and more is in the forecast, there is still […]
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Morgantown Man charged with third-degree sexual assault with preteen girl
A Morgantown man was charged with third-degree sexual assault after allegedly having sex with a 12-year-old girl. Also, a Morgantown couple was charged with child abuse […]
Capito celebrates signing of bill that fights against Parkinson’s disease
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito made her way to Capitol Market in Charleston Monday evening to celebrate the signing of a bill trying to end Parkinson’s disease. The […]
West Virginia releases first comprehensive study on homelessness
CHARLESTON — A new study on homelessness released by the state Department of Human Services (DoHS) this week highlights the diverse demographics and challenges many people face […]
Fight for firefighter pay continues
Firefighters in Morgantown are concerned as new policies are enacted by the city to comply with a new state law. The measure, sponsored by state Sen. Mike […]
June was hot, but not the hottest
CHARLESTON — Chances are at least once during the month of June you engaged in a conversation with somebody about the heat. While it was certainly hotter […]
First annual Officer Zane Breakiron Memorial Ride set for today
CARMICHAELS, Pa. — A motorcycle ride in memory of a former Morgantown Police officer is scheduled for Saturday. The first annual Officer Zane Breakiron Memorial Ride, presented […]
Charleston chef wins James Beard Award
BY KATHERINE SKELDON CHARLESTON — Following a major culinary arts award win in Chicago a couple of weeks ago, Chef Paul Smith is back at the Capitol […]
Morgantown City Council passes pay raise for councilors
Morgantown City Council approved pay raises for future mayors and council members. The second reading of an ordinance that would increase per-meeting pay from $250 to $350 […]
Smith optimistic about fall enrollment push
HUNTINGTON — Marshall University President Brad Smith says the university is “navigating the headwinds” created by the problems with he federal financial aid form, the FAFSA. Smith […]