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Movie Night at the Library

The Brooke County Public Library will be showing the animated film Rumble rated PG on Thursday, Dec. 8, at 5 p.m.An aspiring monster wrestling coach, Winnie takes on the challenge of coaching Rayburn, an inexperienced wrestler and charming underdog. Winnie and Rayburn aim to take down the monster wrestling world[Read More…]

Gas Prices Keep Sliding Lower

The average price for gasoline across Northern West Virginia is 11 cents lower this week at $3.499 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report released Monday.This week’s average prices:Northern WV Average: $3.499Average price during the week of November 21, 2022: $3.605Average price during the week of November[Read More…]

Consumers Urged to be Careful When Buying Used Vehicles

West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging consumers to be vigilant when buying used vehicles that may have been submerged in water during Hurricane Ian.“Flood-damaged vehicles could soon enter the preowned market due to the devastation brought by Hurricane Ian in Florida and other states,” Attorney General Morrisey said.[Read More…]

Christmas Concert Set

Grove United Presbyterian Church, located on East Main St. in West Middletown, PA, invites everyone to its Christmas concert which will be held Sunday, Dec. 11, at 6 p.m.This concert of joy will feature a presentation of special compositions by the Chancel Choir, the sound of handbells will be enjoyed[Read More…]

Ugly Sweater Throwback Party

Ron Music and Chris Knicely of Music Done Knicely, the disc jockeys who raised money for local parks with a retro dance this summer, will return for an Ugly Sweater Christmas Throwback Party Saturday, Dec. 10, from 8 p.m.-12 a.m., at the Wellsburg Banquet Hall.Admission is $10 for the dance,[Read More…]

Light Up Night

Bethany will hold its light up night Friday, Dec., 9, at 6 p.m., on Town SquareFollowing the festivities on Town Square, everyone is invited to Bethany Memorial Church for caroling, a brief program, a visit from Mrs. Santa and RefreshmentsNames of those who purchased a light will be recognized. A[Read More…]

Brooke County Senior Center Christmas Party

The Brooke County Senior Center, located at 948 Main St., Follansbee, will hold its Christmas party for senior citizens on Monday, Dec. 5.Starting at 11:30 a.m., the party will include bingo from 12-3 p.m. and an ugly Christmas sweater contest.The center will provide shredded roast beef sandwiches, with attendees invited[Read More…]

Christmas Light Up Saturday

The City of Follansbee will hold its Christmas light up Saturday, Dec. 3. It will be kicked off with a short parade at 4 p.m., which will end at the Ray Stoaks Plaza outside the City Building.The parade will be followed by a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus, refreshments[Read More…]

WVSBDC Names Local Resident as New Business Coach

The West Virginia Small Business Development Center has named Steve Roberts as a new business coach for the Northern Panhandle.Roberts has a diverse background of leadership roles in manufacturing, construction, energy, market development, project management, real estate, entrepreneurship, business consulting and workforce development.Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity[Read More…]