Before inviting loved ones onto your boat, however, it’s important to review some safety procedures to help ensure a relaxing experience for everyone.Check out the tips below to ensure safe and enjoyable boating all summer long:1) Watch the weather – Summer weather can turn nasty in an instant, and a[Read More…]
Author: The Brooke County Review
Vietnam Veteran Named 2023 Veteran of the Year
Jerry Adams, the 2023 recipient of the Brooke County Veterans Memorial Park Foundation’s Veteran of the Year award, says he wasn’t concerned about others knowing him as much as telling fellow veterans about three groups that have benefited him.Adams is a Vietnam veteran from Wellsburg and he recommended the Wheeling[Read More…]
Governor to Address Wheeling University Class of 2023
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has been selected to address the Wheeling University Class of 2023 during its 65th Commencement ceremony set for Saturday, May 6.The university will award degrees to undergraduate and graduate students at this year’s commencement ceremony, which will take place at 10:30 a.m. inside the McDonough[Read More…]
Tri-State Artists Trio Coming to Summit Art Gallery
Throughout May and June, the Top of West Virginia Arts Council (TWVAC) will host three artists from the tri-state area at the Summit Art Gallery, located at 3539 Main Street, Weirton.Featured in the show will be Dean Mossor, an accomplished oil painter in the impressionist style utilizing thick, thick layers[Read More…]
WLU New President Announcement Expected in May
West Liberty University’s search for a new president is winding down, though it’s unlikely an announcement will come within the next two weeks, according to school officials.All four final candidates for the job have completed their requisite visits to the campus. Those in the running for the position are Tim[Read More…]
Senior Center Quarter Auction
Brooke County Senior Center will stage a quarter auction Sunday, May 7.Doors will open at 12:30 p.m. in the Wellsburg Banquet Hall, 1121 Yankee St., Wellsburg. The auction will start at 1:30 p.m.The $5 entry fee includes one paddle, and each additional paddle will cost $1.Players should take quarters to[Read More…]
Bethany College Announces Baccalaureate Speaker
The Rev. Thaddaeus B. Allen ‘92, regional minister and president of the WV, PA, and Northeastern regions of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) will be the keynote speaker for Bethany College’s Baccalaureate ceremony on Friday, May 5.“It is a distinct and humbling honor to be associated with the graduating[Read More…]
At the Library
The following is a list of books recently added to the Brooke County Public Library’s Collection: ADULT FICTION THE WISTERIA SOCIETY OF LADY SCOUNDRELS by India Holton. Cecilia Bassingwaite is the ideal Victorian lady. She’s also a thief. Like the other members of the Wisteria Society crime sorority, she flies[Read More…]
Ducky Car Cruise-In
Wellsburg Kiwanis Club will sponsor its second annual Ducky Car Cruise-In Sunday, June 11, at the Wharf on Fifth Street, Wellsburg.Owners are invited to cruise in with their antique cars, classic cars, musical cars and street rods.Gate will be open from 2:30-2:45 p.m. with a prompt closing at 2:50 p.m.The[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, May 25, at 5 p.m., in person and virtual, to discuss the book “If You Tell: A True Story of[Read More…]