New Cumberland Council learned of the plans underway for the May 13th Municipal election. While all council positions are uncontested, the Mayor’s race is contested. Incumbent Mayor Will White will be challenged by Councilman Michael Watkins. City Clerk Tammie Jenkins reported that the last day…
Sine Die” – To adjourn without setting a date to come back into session. ……At midnight tonight the bell rings and the West Virginia Legislature adjourns “sine die.”. …..The end of the session will probably be quite orderly and calm. Since the Republicans took control…
Weirton, WV – The Top of West Virginia Arts Council is proud to present Wednesday Morning, a unique group exhibition opening at the Summit Art Gallery on Wednesday, April 16th. Unlike traditional gallery shows, Wednesday Morning offers a look at the raw and expressive sketches…
WHEELING, W.VA – West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) and West Liberty University (WLU) have entered into a collaborative Enrollment and Guaranteed Admission Agreement, providing students with a seamless pathway to continue their education. This collaboration, known as the “Thundering Hilltoppers” program, will enhance transfer…
It looks like after 30 years, Current Hydro will construct a hydroelectric plant at New Cumberland Locks and Dam and the Hancock County Commission voted Thursday to send a letter of support to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for the project to be granted a…
Legislative action is complete on HB 3012 and the bill is on its way to Governor Morrisey for signature. The bill dealt with the 2% Racetrack Lottery Proceeds that previously went to the County. That 2% for the County was reduced to 1% in 2023…
Steven E. Dragisich, Hancock County Prosecuting Attorney, announcesthat the April 2025 Term of the Hancock County Grand Jury met this week and returned the following Indictments: Heather Danielle Smith – 09/05/1984; 307 Union Avenue, Steubenville, OH 43952; (a)Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Narcotic Substance…
…………Politics is a rough game to play and it’s not only getting rougher, it’s getting personal. Sure, the rhetoric of the presidential election attracted a lot of voters to Trump. But when rhetoric turns into reality, it often hurts. Right now a lot of people…
The City of New Cumberland will elect a Mayor to a four-year term on May 13. This is the only contested race in the Municipal Election with all Council seats uncontested. Councilman Michael Watkins is challenging Mayor Will White for the Mayor’s seat and Hometown…