October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, and the West Virginia Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) is teaming up with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) urging drivers to slow down and be alert for pedestrians.On average, a pedestrian dies every 72 minutes, and one is[Read More…]
Author: The Brooke County Review
Fall Fire Season Begins
Fall fire season began Wednesday, Oct. 1, and continues through Dec. 31. During this time, residents must confine their outdoor burning to the hours of 5 p.m.-7 a.m., according to West Virginia State Code Chapter 20-3-5.Fires set during that time must be put out before 7 a.m. Outdoor burning is restricted during[Read More…]
Significant Increase of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Reported
The West Virginia Bureau for Public Health has identified a significant increase in reported outbreaks of hand, foot, and mouth disease statewide.In 2025, a total of 38 cases of the illness have been reported, including 17 outbreaks since Sept. 1, 2.The disease is a common viral illness that primarily affects[Read More…]
Chicago Man Convictedof Multiple Drug Charges
A Chicago, Illinois man was convicted of multiple drug charges for leading a drug distribution organization that transported fentanyl from Chicago, Illinois, to Weirton, West Virginia. Gerald Henry, also known as “Unc,” age 41, was found guilty of two counts involving the distribution of fentanyl and cocaine. The testimony at trial[Read More…]
BHP Trick-or-Treat Trail
Brooke Hills Park, located at 140 Gist Lane, Wellsburg will hold a trick or treat trail Sunday, Oct. 19, at 2 p.m. Cost is $5 per participant. There will be several stations set up passing out treats along the trail.
2025 Hunting Outlook and Mast Survey Now Available
Hunters preparing for fall seasons may now consult the 2025 Hunting Outlook and Mast Survey from the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources.It details the abundance of wild fruits and nuts produced by 18 species of trees and shrubs and forecasts game harvests for the coming year.According to the survey, the[Read More…]
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke county Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION JENNY COOPER HAS A SECRET by Joy Fielding. Reeling from her husband’s death and best friend’s dementia diagnosis, seventy-six-year-old Linda Davidson feels lost and alone. Her beloved daughter Kleo and son-in-law Mick have moved[Read More…]
Afternoon Movie at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be showing the movie “F1” rated PG-13 on Friday, October 10 at 12 p.m.The highly anticipated Formula 1 racing feature stars Pitt as a former driver who returns to Formula 1®, alongside Damson Idris as his teammate at APXGP, a fictional team on the grid.[Read More…]
Evening Storytime at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library will be holding an Evening Storytime with Miss Kim on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 5 p.m. Join us for the Mountain Readers Become Leaders! Literacy Initiative with special guest readers from A Child’s Place CASA, Ltd, who will help us celebrate. Children will enjoy the[Read More…]
John P. Starinsky, Sr.
JOHN P. STARINSKY, SR., 92, passed away September 27, 2025, at Valley Hospice, Steubenville, OH. He was born September 2, 1933, in Penowa, PA to the late John Starinsky and Jennie Chanze Starinsky Gabrielli. John was a retired electrician from Weirton Steel Corp. with 47 years of service, was a[Read More…]