MARY JEAN THOMAS, formerly of Weirton, WV left us suddenly on April 5, 2026, at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center in Chesapeake, Virginia. Born on November 2, 1936, in Weirton, Mary was the only daughter of John and Anna Hrin Evancho. Mary lived a life steeped in faith, gracefully nurturing her[Read More…]
Author: The Brooke County Review
Dustin Ericson Grimes
DUSTIN ERICSON GRIMES, 35, of Weirton, WV, passed away on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, at UPMC, following a battle with liver disease. Born on September 27, 1990, in Weirton, Dustin was the son of Donald E. and Sandra J. (Shields) Grimes. He was a 2009 graduate of Big Red[Read More…]
Brooke County Commission – Public Inspection of Voting Equipment
PUBLIC NOTICE Public Inspection of Ballots, Electronic Poll Books & Voting recording devices for Early Voting and Election Day. Friday April 24, 2026 10 AM. 1st Floor Courthouse. BCR 04/17 – 04/24/26
Brooke County BOE Advertisement for Bids – Dual Swing Door Operator
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Bids will be received at the office of the Board of Education of the County of Brooke, Wellsburg, WV for the following: DUAL SWING DOOR OPERATOR Please submit your proposal to Mr. Donald S. Mitchell, Brooke County Board of Education, Maintenance Foreman, 1201 Pleasant Avenue, Wellsburg, WV[Read More…]
Brooke County BOE Advertisement for Bids – Custodial Supplies
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Bids will be received at the office of the Board of Education of the County of Brooke, Wellsburg, WV for the following: CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES Please submit your proposal to Mr. Donald S. Mitchell, Brooke County Board of Education, Maintenance Foreman, 1201 Pleasant Avenue, Wellsburg, WV 26070 prior[Read More…]
GHSP Launches Safety Campaign During National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
During April, the Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) is launching a safety campaign for National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.In partnership with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, West Virginia is sending a clear message to all motorists: Eyes Forward. Don’t Drive Distracted.Distracted driving is a national crisis. Between 2019-23, more[Read More…]
Filing A Case with the PSC is Simple
By: Charlotte R. Lane, WV PSC Chairman Filing a complaint with the Public Service Commission is easy.You can take one of two routes.The simplest is the informal complaint.We receive thousands of these complaints yearly. We have an astonishing record of solving 97 percent of these within 30 days.If you have[Read More…]
Post 34 Makes Donation
On Monday, April 6 American Legion Post 34 made a trip to Helping Heroes with donations of food and other non-perishables donated by club members. The Post also donated $1,000 that was donated through dinners held at the club. The Psot would like to thank all who contributed.
West Virginia DoHS Recognizes April as Family Strengthening and Child Abuse Prevention Month
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Social Services (BSS), is recognizing April as Family Strengthening and Child Abuse Prevention Month, as proclaimed by Governor Patrick Morrisey, to raise awareness of prevention efforts and encourage parents, communities, and stakeholders to help reduce child abuse and neglect across[Read More…]
SHPO Offers Second Chance to Apply for Grant
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) of the West Virginia Dept. of Tourism is offering a second opportunity to apply for the 2026 Survey and Planning Grants.Approximately $90,000 will be awarded from funding appropriated by the U. S. Congress for preservation efforts through the National Park Service Historic Preservation Fund.The[Read More…]