Former Hancock County Commissioner John Sorrenti was recognized by the Hancock County Commissions for his decades of service to the county in a variety of roles. A lifelong resident of Weirton, he first entered the political arena as a Weirton City Councilman in 1982 and progressed to Hancock County Commissioner, a position he would hold…

The West Virginia Bureau for Public Health (WVBPH) is investigating an increase in cyclosporiasis cases occurring across the state. As of July 9, 2026, 47 cases have been reported in West Virginia since June 17. On average West Virginia receives nine reports of Cyclospora annually. Illnesses are currently concentrated in counties along the state’s western…

by Tamara The West Virginia Board of Education has currently taken over the administration of 8 counties:  Mingo, Logan, Upshur, Nicholas, Tyler, Boone, Hancock, and Harrison. At its monthly meeting, the WV State Board also re-elected Paul Hardesty to an unprecedented so they must approve of the desiccations of our school systems and lack of…

The recent storm which hit New Cumberland damaged and took down old, dead trees which put homes at risk. Council voted to hire Jeremy Crow to cut down the trees. Three trees near the South Chester Street residence of Charles Kearns fell between two cars and nearly missed his house. Chief of Police Chickie Skinner…

The Hancock County School Board has three new Board members and a new President and Vice President. Jeff Woofter replaced current Board member Chris Gillette as Board President. Gillette and Randy Swartzmiller are the Board members whose seats were not up for re-election. Melissa Baine and Tiffany Gale are the other two newly-elected Board members.…

…….The 4th of July reminds me every year that it’s great to be free. As an observer of the Democratic process in action, I am constantly reminded of how precious the government we have in place is to keep that freedom alive…..and how that freedom can get screwed up if we don’t pay attention to…

The Hancock County Board of Education will meet Monday, July 6 at 1 p.m. for its reorganizational meeting. Newly elected Board members will attend their first meeting and a new president and vice president will be elected for the coming year. Also on the agenda are numerous personnel transfers, hires and resignations.

by Charlotte Lane, director of Public Service Commission You’ve come a long way over the years and have been a beacon of light for many huddled in the darkness of political oppression. The United States came into existence in 1776. Fifty years later, in 1826, Samuel Morey patented an internal combustion engine. Our nation’s centennial…

It was a hot and steamy day for the 4th of July as residents prepared for parades and day-long celebrations. Chester’s a 501-K and a duck race started off the day to be followed by car shows, vendors, blow up entertainment for kids in the park. The car show also was a feature to which…

The Rock Springs Community Mural is set to be dedicated to the City of Chester on Saturday, July 4th, at 11:00 am at the mural site. This will immediately follow the celebration committee’s Freedom Run 5K and will coincide with their planned activities to commemorate the 250th July 4th celebrations.

The Hancock County Commission will meet at its regular meeting day of Thursday and time of 2:30 p.m. during July, but will change both in Aug. and Sept. Meetings will be held on Fridays at 9 a.m. Meetings will be held August 14 and 28, September 11 and 25, all at 9 a.m. The retirement…

I need answers on a bunch of issues.  Those lazy, hazy days of summer make you forget about the issues that need attention.  Sunshine and warm temperatures lull us into thinking we have all the time in the world.  The State Board of Education must have the same malady because the clock is ticking and we still have…

Betty J. Dotson Dennis, a beloved resident of Chester, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at Crossroads at Beaver Creek in Calcutta on Friday, June 26, 2026. Her gentle spirit and unwavering kindness touched all who knew her. Born in Paden City, West Virginia, on November 17, 1928, Betty lived a remarkable 97…

At a session of the PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION OF WEST VIRGINIA in the City of Charleston on the 26th day of June 2026. CASE NO. 25-0621-PSD-19A HANCOCK COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE DISTRICT Rule 19A application to increase rates and charges and request for emergency interim rates. COMMISSION ORDER This Order approves emergency rates to meet Hancock…

WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA – Today, United States Attorney Matthew L. Harvey announced civil settlements with two defendants in connection with alleged schemes to defraud Medicare and Medicaid. The civil settlements are part of the Department of Justice’s 2026 National Health Care Fraud Takedown. The settlements stem from each defendant’s respective use of pre-signed, invalid prescriptions…

Terry R. Cross I, a beloved resident of East Liverpool, passed away unexpectedly at the East Liverpool City Hospital emergency room on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Known for his warmth and kindness, Terry had been residing at the Calcutta Health Care Center. Born in East Liverpool on February 15, 1955, to the late James and…

In recognition of our nation’s 250th anniversary, the Chester Parade Committee has partnered with Pierce Media to bring you a digital image of the parade.

Chester’s volunteers are hard at work preparing for the 250th anniversary of our Nation’s birth. The result of their efforts will be a day filled with fun for everyone and ending with a spectacular fireworks’ display. The schedule is as follows: 5K – sponsored by Hancock County Savings Bank Car Show – sponsored by the…