A contingent of Oak Glen Middle School teachers addressed the Hancock County Board of Education Monday night. Reading a statement that exceeded the five minute speaker allowance, the teachers each read a portion of the statement to have the entire statement read and on the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
Frank G. Ronshausen of Weirton passed away at the age of 69 on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Frank passed away at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh from injuries sustained after being hit by a car in Weirton. Frank was born in Weirton on June 29,…
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…