Individuals who received Low Income Energy Assistance Program funds in the 2023 program year will soon receive a supplemental payment.The payment will range from $25 to $47 and will be based on the amount of LIEAP assistance paid to the utility provider or to the client for bulk fuel.The supplemental[Read More…]
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Readers of The Brooke County Review have more media options than ever.They are inundated with stories, memes, videos and promotions 24 hours a day. Most of us are on social media, which is built to provide an endless feed of content to keep us glued to our screens.And unfortunately, misinformation[Read More…]
Beech Bottom Industrial Complex Receives Grant
Infrastructure improvements for expansion of the Beech Bottom Industrial Complex have received a $3,126,336 boost.The federal grant was part of $7,217,136 U. S. Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV), announced also week with funds from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) for three West Virginia projects.The funding will also support upgrades to water[Read More…]
Brooke-Oak Glen Game Featured As Game of the Week
The Brooke-Oak Glen High School gridiron matchup will be featured as an Opioid Abuse Prevention Game of the Week, selected by attorney general Patrick Morrisey.The Bruins are coming off a 49-14 loss to Bridgeport last Friday and are hoping to break a three-game losing streak with a win over Oak[Read More…]
Fall Fire Season Begins
Fall fire season in West Virginia started Sunday, Oct. 1, and continues through Dec. 31.The Division of Forestry reminds residents to confine their outdoor burning to 5 p.m.-7 a.m. Fires set during that time must be put out before 7 a.m.“Autumn’s vibrant hues bring joy, but they also signal the[Read More…]
Wellsburg Student Enrolls at Marietta College
Ravyn Rahr of Wellsburg, has enrolled for the Fall 2023 semester and is part of Marietta College’s Class of 2027.Rahr, who is a graduate of Brooke High School, is majoring in Environmental Studies. Students can pursue bachelor’s degrees in more than 40 majors offered at Marietta.Approximately 341 new students officially[Read More…]
Hunting Outlook and Mast Survey Now Available
Hunters getting ready for the fall hunting seasons may now consult the 2023 Hunting Outlook and Mast Survey, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has announced.The annual survey provides details about the abundance of mast, such as wild fruits and nuts, produced by 18 species of trees and shrubs[Read More…]
At the Library
The following is a list of books recently added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION PAYBACK IN DEATH by J. D. Robb. Lt. Eve Dallas is just home from a long overdue vacation when she responds to a call of an unattended death. The victim is Martin[Read More…]
Story Hour Registration at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library now has openings for Monday story hour class. Story hour is held from 12–1 p.m. on Monday’s at the Follansbee Library and is open for children ages 2–5 and a caregiver. Children will enjoy a story, craft, games and a snack. Limited space is available.[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, Oct. 26, at 5 p.m., in person and virtual to discuss the book “Appalachian Winter Hauntings: Weird Tales from the[Read More…]