RAYMOND ERIC DINTINI, 55, of Wellsburg, WV passed away September 4, 2026, in Follansbee, WV. He was born January 7, 1971 in Columbus, OH to Raymond Eugene Diniti and Victoria L. Suppa Ford and stepfather Mike. He was a truck driver for Atlantic Recovery. He was preceded in death by[Read More…]
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Edward “Ed” Michael Walker
EDWARD “ED” MICHAEL WALKER, 45, passed away at home on August 30, 2026, after an extended illness. Born on February 9, 1981, in Oklahoma City, OK, he was the son of Denise Marovich Holloway. Ed graduated from Weir High School in 1999 and served his country proudly in the United[Read More…]
Lt. Colonel (Retired) David Edward Freshwater
LT. COLONEL (RET.) DAVID EDWARD FRESHWATER, 69, passed away on July 31, 2026, in Leesburg, FL, after a brief hospitalization. David was born in Steubenville, OH, to the late John Wilbur and Kathleen Anne Freshwater. He is survived by his siblings Stephen (Jennifer) Freshwater, Judy (John) Polak, Michael (Julie) Freshwater,[Read More…]
Pull Up A Chair
By: Hettie Basil Lighttower Did any of you try out the med-bed for yourself last week? I did not receive any emails about any of your adventures but perhaps one or two of you had a good experience with the type we discussed last week. Nonetheless I will attempt to[Read More…]
September Marks Start of Youth Hunting Season
September marks the start of youth hunting seasons in West Virginia.The first split of youth black bear season is Sept. 12-13 and the first split of youth waterfowl season is Sept. 19.The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources reminds hunters that the minimum age restriction for youth seasons has been[Read More…]
Squirrel Season Opens
West Virginia’s regular squirrel season opened statewide Saturday and offers new and experienced hunters an opportunity to refine their hunting skills.The season runs through Feb. 28, 2027.“Squirrel hunting is a long-standing tradition in West Virginia and is how many hunters are introduced to the sport,” said Brett McMillion, director of[Read More…]
At the Library
The following books have recently been added to the Brooke County Public Library’s collection: ADULT FICTION THE FINAL TARGET by Nora Roberts. He showed up at Arden Bowie’s debut author appearance with a copy of her novel and an eager smile. He showered her with compliments and got her autograph.[Read More…]
Celebrate National Comic Book Day at the Library
The Brooke County Public Library and Follansbee Branch will be celebrating National Comic Book Day on Friday, Sept. 25. Stop in during library hours to pick up a free comic book. All ages are welcome. One comic book per patron while supplies last. A variety of comics will be available.
“Cook by the Book” Recipe Club
Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Do you enjoy sampling and sharing new dishes with good company? Then join us at the Brooke County Public Library for an adults-only recipe club!Every month will have a theme; you choose a recipe, make it up and bring it[Read More…]
Storybook Yoga at the Library
The Brooke County Library will be holding Storybook Yoga for child and caregivers on Thursday, Sept. 23, at 5 p.m. in the River Room with Taylor Provenzano from Soulshine Yoga.Read, move and breathe. A yoga class and storytime rolled into one. We will be reading the story “Bring Me A[Read More…]