The Tri-State Area Mastergardeners will host a foraging class Saturday, April 26, at 11 a.m., at the Brooke County Public Library, 945 Main St., Wellsburg. The class will feature “Ramp King” Walter Danna, “Wild” Liz Harper and Heather Tokas. Plants that will be discussed include elder berry, plantain, ramps, dandelions,[Read More…]
Author: The Brooke County Review
Flea Market Sale
St Thomas Episcopal Church, located on Three Springs Dr., Weirton will hold a flea market sale Friday, April 25, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. There will be a variety of items for sale including clothes and household items. For more information, call 304.723.4120
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower Some of you have asked how I came up with my pen name. So, I will share a little bit about what transpired in my thought process on its selection. First of all, Hettie is just a cute name and a little bit of a hint[Read More…]
The Trap of Low Expectations
By: Bryan GoldenHow much you accomplish in life is influenced by what you expect to accomplish. Those with low expectations have a low threshold for what they will be satisfied with. For them mediocrity or less, is good enough.People with high expectations have a standard of excellence for themselves and[Read More…]
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION DEATH OF A SMUGGLER by M. C. Beaton. All Hamish Macbeth wants is a quiet life in his peaceful home in the Highland village of Lochdubh. But when his newly-assigned constable arrives, he presents[Read More…]
Brooke County Library Book Club
A group of friends, a good book, and free-flowing discussion… doesn’t that sound like the ingredients for a wonderful experience. The Brooke County Public Library will be meeting on Thursday, April 24, at 5 p.m., in person and virtual to discuss the book “Lessons In Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus. You[Read More…]
Holiday Hours
The Brooke County Public Library and Follansbee Branch will be open from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. on Good Friday, April 18. The Brooke County Public Library will be open normal hours on Saturday, April 19.
Story Hour and Brunch with the Easter Bunny
The Brooke County Public Library will be holding a Story Hour and Brunch with the Easter Bunny on Wednesday, April 16, at 11 a.m. Children will enjoy a story, craft, songs, brunch with the Easter Bunny and lots of fun! The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures.Limited spaces available.[Read More…]
Bernice Joann Redish
BERNICE JOANN REDISH, 87, of Weirton, WV, passed away on April 6, 2025. Born on November 12, 1937, in Weirton, WV, Bernice was a daughter of the late William and Maxine Mostowski Kuprowicz. Bernice’s love story with her devoted husband, George Redish, was truly one for the ages. It was[Read More…]
Artie Harold Sauvageot
ARTIE HAROLD SAUVAGEOT, 78, of Follansbee, WV died peacefully on Saturday, April 5, 2025, with his loving children by his side at Valley Hospice Care North in Steubenville, OH. Born August 23, 1946, in Wheeling, WV a son of the late Howard “Bud” and Mary Teresa (McGonigal) Sauvageot. In addition[Read More…]