Hancock County School students participating in a variety of extra-curricular activities were recognized by the Hancock Board of Education at Monday’s meeting, A performance by Weir High students involved in the Mamma Mia production was enjoyed by those in attendance. The show will run Thursday thu Sunday. Principals Tony Hartung of ATA Elementary and Cindy…

The Hancock County Board of Education heard from Melanie Donofe, past president of the Hancock County Education Association, and retired lifetime member of Education West Virginia, at Monday’s meeting. Donofe spoke on behalf of the organization’s members. One-third of Hancock County school’s workforce has been reduced and Donofe expressed concern over the manner in which…

Lynn Andrea Swan March 3, 1955 – April 24, 2026There are a lot of words you could use to describe Lynn Swan,but none sum her up better than these:beloved daughter andsister, loving wife, devoted mother, proud Nan and loyal friend. A lifelong resident of New Cumberland, Lynn passed awayunexpectedly on April 24, 2026, at home.…

WEIRTON, WV – The Weirton Event Center has a packed event schedule once again as the City of Weirton and the Top of WV CVB proudly announce the 2026 Summer Event Schedule. This marks the 14th year of free community programming at the venue. Running from late May through September, this year’s lineup features a…

Gavin Geisse, age 18, is Oak Glen High School’s Lion Scholar for April 2026. Gavin is the son of Joseph and Vicky Geisse. He resides in Chester, West Virginia. Gavin has maintained a 4.24 GPA and a 1270 SAT score while taking multiple Honors, Advanced Placement, and dual-credit courses. Gavin has been actively involved in school and community activities, serving as…

The Hancock County Commission met in its regular meeting to take up items on its approved agenda April 23. Each regular meeting the approval of the agenda is the first item to be approved clearing the way to act on the items included in the agenda. This meeting, however, that didn’t happen. Commission President Eron…

The “great reveal” of a sign made in the shape of West Virginia was held Thursday, April 23. The signs were the brainchild of 1st District Senator Laura Wakim Chapman who will have distributed 6 throughout the State. Wakim Chapman said she selected New Cumberland to receive on based on the view overlooking the Ohio…

 Commission President Eron Chek’s actions at Thursday’s County Commission meeting at best can be described as bizarre,  The agenda  had been approved by the entire Commission and Chek did not object to any item on the agenda at that time. That’s why it came as a surprise when Agenda item #8 came up: “Consideration to…

The members of the Hancock County Deputy Sheriff’s Association are committed to serving and protecting our community with professionalism, integrity, and dedication. Every day, our deputies respond to emergencies, assist those in crisis, and work to keep our neighborhoods safe. We believe it is important to keep the public informed about ongoing challenges that impact…

(Editor’s note: Jim Davis served 7 terms as Hancock County’s Prosecuting Attorney) To the Editor,Over the past several years, our country has experienced a movement to defund police agencies. The assertion is that law enforcement is inherently biased against certain groups. The proponents of this concept believe that the only way to address this alleged…

A discussion on the applications received for the Opioid Settlement Funds was held at 1 p.m. prior to the Hancock County Commission meeting on April 23. All three Commissioners were in attendance. No members of the public nor representatives of those requesting funding were in attendance. Selected to appear before the Commission at a workshop…

This Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 4 p.m. at the Top of West VirginiaConvention and Visitors Bureau, Cloak & Dagger On the Air brings Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson back to its stage for brand-new adaptations of two classic short stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Performed as a live audio drama, complete with…

Young Artists Featured in “Colors in Motion” Middle School Exhibit Weirton, WV – The Top of WV Arts Council invites the community to experience “Colors in Motion,” an annual showcase celebrating the imagination and artistic talent of local middle school students. Featuring works from Brooke, Madonna, Oak Glen, St. Joseph, St. Paul, and Weir Middle…

Connor Crow Murder Case Among Them State of West Virginia,Plaintiff Below, Respondent v.) No. 24-164 (Hancock County CC-15-2022-F-87) Connor Crowe,Defendant Below, Petitioner MEMORANDUM DECISION Petitioner Connor Crowe appeals his sentence as set forth in the Circuit Court of Hancock County’s February 15, 2024, sentencing order, upon his conviction for two counts of second degree murder.1…

Kam Hebrock will be continuing his academic and football career at West Virginia Wesleyan College.  Kam was a two year captain of Oak Glen’s football team.  He was selected for the OVAC All-star game as well as 1st team All OVAC.  He was Oak Glen’s 2024 and 2025 defensive lineman of the year and was 2024…

Wyatt Wolanski will continue his academic and wrestling career at Glenville State University. Wyatt is a 4-time OVAC placer, and 3 time WV state placer, placing 3rd in 2026.   Sitting Left to Right: Mother Brandy Wolanski, Wyatt Wolanski, father Scott Wolanski Back row L-R Assistant Coach Ty Logston, Head Coach Josh Cornell, and Assistant Coach Pat…

Hancock County March Property Transfers Carmine Porco, Loredana Porco to Rosemarie Porco, $8,000.00 Butler District Jeremy Douglas Hartshiorn, Samantha Eva Hartshorn to KCB Community, $325,000.00    Butler District William Scott Paris to Debra J. Conway – $140,000.00  Butler Dustin Rouse to Gene Frangipani    $180,000.00 Clay Wentz Irrevocable Trust to Linda Grysko     $190,000.00 Patrick Real Estate to…

……Transparency is a word I never thought much of before until …. transparency was blocked as it has been in the West Virginia Board of Education’s takeover of Hancock County Schools. But, in all my years as a reporter or a legislator, I’ve never seen access denied in such a cavalier way. Make no mistake,…