KINGWOOD — A convicted Preston County murderer’s appeal has been denied by Senior Status Judge Larry Starcher. Richard Knotts was convicted in 1990 of murdering Robert Barlow […]
Tag: courts
Judge discusses changes to court amid pandemic
Some hearings held via Skype; 33 allowed in courtroom KINGWOOD — Preston Circuit Judge Stephen Shaffer said he has nothing but praise for his staff’s work during […]
Former VFD member gets probation for embezzlement
A former volunteer firefighter who stole more than $16,000 from the Casville Volunteer Fire Department will stay out of prison as long as he keeps repaying what […]
1 charged in murder of former student
One of the two men charged with the murder of West Virginia University student Eric J. Smith, 21, will remain in jail until his case is resolved […]
City pays $15K to 2 former police officers
Lawsuit settled out of court; allegations remain ‘wholly denied’ KINGWOOD — The City of Kingwood paid out a total of $15,000 to two former officers who sued […]
Justice Center reopens, in-person services resume
After two weeks of disruption because of positive COVID-19 tests by employees of the Monongalia County Justice Center, in-person services will resume for magistrate and circuit court […]
Man arrested for sending child pornography
A Morgantown man is accused of sending child pornography through Snapchat. Tyler C. Walker, 29, is charged with two counts of distribution of child pornography by the […]
Justice Center closed this week after two employees test positive for COVID-19
MORGANTOWN — The Monongalia County Justice Center will be closed for non-essential business this week after two employees tested positive for COVID-19. Monongalia County Commission President Ed […]
Child advocacy center receives $80K grant
MORGANTOWN — Champions for child welfare will have a bit more resources at their fingertips soon. The Monongalia County Child Advocacy Center received more than $80,000 through […]
