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Garage fire damages three buildings in the Ohio Valley
MCMECHEN, W.Va. (WTRF) — Crews from three Marshall County departments responded to a large garage fire Sunday evening. The McMechen Volunteer Fire Department says a fiberglass carport caught fire at a home on 7th Street at around 7:30 p.m. No one was injured, but the blaze destroyed the carport and damaged the home and two […]
On-demand pilot transportation program launches next week in Greene County
GREENE COUNTY, Pa. (KDKA) - A ride-share pilot program is launching next week to bring more on-demand rides to rural communities.The RAMP program starts with two vans in Greene County and a van that will operate as a shuttle between Waynesburg and Carmichaels.The free rides can be used to access essential services like healthcare, groceries, government and civil services, and work.Starting May 1, you can request a ride on their website or app on weekdays during normal business hours.It's a collaborative effort between Greene County leaders, Waynesburg and Carnegie Mellon universities and the nonprofit Blueprints.
Ribbon cutting being held for the opening of The Roller Derby
A ribbon cutting is going to be held for the newly improved and renovated Roller Derby in Moundsville. The Roller Derby, located on 10th street in Moundsville, West Virginia will be having a ribbon cutting for it’s opening on May 16. The Roller Derby closed it’s doors on April 3, 2021 until it’s new owners, […]
Deputies identify driver in fatal Monongalia County truck crash
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The Monongalia County Sheriff’s Department has identified the man killed in a truck crash earlier this week near Morgantown. Deputies said Bradley Fairman, 57, of Fairmont, lost control of the box truck he was driving on Smithtown Road near the intersection with Smithtown School Road at 7:21 p.m. Wednesday.
John Marshall High School students officially sign for the military
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — John Marshall High School held its military signing day today, recognizing all of the students who have enlisted or are considering enlisting. Adrian Haynes, Dane Miscovich, and James Victor McElwee have decided to join the Army National Guard. Michael Clemons has decided to join the Navy. Devin Pomaranski, West Virginia […]
2 injured in collision in Fairmont
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - A 2 vehicle collision in the area of Gaston Avenue has lead to two individuals being transported for their injuries. The Marion County 911 Center has confirmed that the two people who were injured were transported to Fairmont Medical Center. No road closures or blockages have...
Greene County Historical Society Museum opens for the season Saturday
WAYNESBURG, Pa. (KDKA) -- The Greene County Historical Society Museum is set to open back up for the season this coming Saturday. And if you haven't been to this fascinating place yet, you may want to take some time and check it out. The museum has over 35,000 square feet and over 50 rooms full of the county's history. "This is sort of a blend between a gigantic, big historical site and a county historical society," said Matt Cumberledge, the executive director of the Greene County Historical Society. "There is a little bit of something here that will interest everybody."...
Local students learn consequences of drunk and distracted driving
NEW MARTINSVILLE, W.Va. (WTRF) — More than 300 students from two local high schools got to see firsthand what the consequences can be from driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol on Friday. A special presentation was held Friday at Magnolia High School, where students from Magnolia and Paden City High School witnessed a […]
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