The city of Westover paid a settlement to Christine Riley, a former administrative assistant with the Westover Police Department who said her position was eliminated after she […]
Government
Preston commission applies for security upgrades
KINGWOOD — If the Preston County Commission receives the almost $21,000 it’s asking for, visitors to the courthouse will have a very different view. Commissioners unanimously approved […]
State DEP report shows PFAS contamination at 67 sites across West Virginia, outlines next steps
Just two days before the U.S. EPA released its new health advisory levels for four members of the PFAS chemical group, the Legislative Oversight Commission on State […]
Sen. Capito, Delegate Hansen offer perspectives on EPA’s new, lower PFAS advisory levels
MORGANTOWN – A recent legislative look at a group of potentially hazardous chemicals – called PFAS – in West Virginia’s drinking water supply coincided with a U.S. […]
Preston Chamber hosts State of the County
The big takeaway from the third-annual State of the County is that things are looking up in Preston County, but there are always challenges to overcome. The […]
Board members, superintendent, honored by Preston BOE
KINGWOOD — It was a time of reminiscing, appreciation and emotion at the most recent Preston County Board of Education meeting, as three titans of the district […]
University Town Centre economic district sees 60% jump in revenue
MORGANTOWN — The University Town Centre Economic Opportunity Development District, which includes the WestRidge developments and a portion of the University Town Centre, generated $9,496,374.62 in taxes on […]
Transportation secretary cites challenges of supply chain, equipment and personnel
Transportation Secretary Jimmy Wriston expects a great summer of West Virginia roadwork, but he told legislators that supply chain issues, shortages of some equipment and personnel challenges […]
Retirees urge state lawmakers to provide financial relief
BY CARRIE HODOUSEK CHARLESTON — West Virginia retirees are urging state lawmakers to consider a one-time supplement to provide financial relief for the state’s older population. Representatives […]
WVDOH accepts bids for 14 projects, including multiple ADA curb cuts
CHARLESTON — Contracts to install ADA-compliant curb cuts in 13 communities around West Virginia are among 14 projects included in a bid letting conducted by the West […]
