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A look at Saturday night’s flooding in NCWV
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - This morning members of the Valley Volunteer Fire Department assisted the Boothsville Volunteer Fire Department with numerous incidents due to the severe weather across the region. The volunteer fire departments responded to reports of a vehicle in the water at Middletown Road underneath the the I-79...
Main steam line breaks at Ruby Memorial Hospital
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - The main steam line that connects the WVU Health Sciences Center to Ruby Memorial Hospital has burst. This was given to 5 News from WVU Medicine Communications. This occurred at approximately 3:00 A.M. According to the statement there were no injuries, however there was significant flooding...
Flooding in NCWV
Viewer submitted photos showing where the Grafton Walmart shooter suspect's truck stopped on East Grafton Rd. following a pursuit. Items seized by the Barbour County Sheriff’s Office. Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 10:12 AM EST. Dog trapped at bottom of cliff for nearly a week reunited with owners. Updated:...
Cameron honors military with over 1,300 flags at Memorial Day ceremony
CAMERON, WV — A special Memorial Day ceremony took place on Monday in Cameron with a field of flags paying tribute to those who were lost. For the past eight years, the city of Cameron has been placing flags in their Veterans Memorial Park to honor loved ones who have served or continue to serve in the military. This year, they received over 1,300 flags, an additional 75 compared to last year, with 30 volunteers placing them alphabetically in the park. These flags bear the names of not just individuals from Marshall County, but also from across the U.S. Thomas Scott Conely is a part of the American Legion in Cameron, who helped design the park, which he says is very near and dear to his heart.
Inmate charged for assault of Pennsylvania corrections officer
HUNTINGDON, Pa. (WTAJ) — A former inmate of SCI Huntingdon is faced with additional charges after he allegedly “violently attacked” a corrections officer “resulting in serious bodily injury.” In June 2023, an investigator with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections received a report from the prison alleging that then inmate Shawndell Miller, 29, of Waynesburg, assaulted […]
Man arrested after beating, robbery in Fairmont
FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WDTV) - A Mannington man was arrested Thursday for beating and robbing someone. Luke Masters, 23, struck, beat and robbed the victim of personal items Wednesday night, according to the Fairmont Police Department. The incident occurred on the stairs that lead from Cleveland Avenue down to the parking...
Cameron bridge renamed in honor of local World War II veteran William Harris
CAMERON, WV — On Monday in Cameron, a special bridge dedication took place for a former Cameron veteran. The U.S. Navy Veteran William "Bill" C. Harris Memorial Bridge will be the new name for the bridge that connects to Cameron Elementary. Harris recently passed away at the age of 96.
United Way of Mon & Preston Counties asks for purse donations for upcoming fundraiser
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WDTV) - The United Way of Mon and Preston Counties is looking for donations for their upcoming fundraiser. The organization is looking for new or gently used purses of all shapes, brands, colors and sizes for the Power of the Purse 2024 event. Women United will host its...
Teen recovering after bear attack in eastern Arizona cabin, mother says
Brigham Hawkins was at his family cabin near Blue River Road in Alpine, where his mom Carol says the family has been going for years. “Never in our wildest dreams did we think (a bear) would come in the home,” said Carol. Carol says Brigham was watching YouTube with the door open when a bear came in through an open door and swiped at him from behind.
WVU School of Pharmacy Alumni Hall of Fame Class Includes Several Locals, including City's Ben Lopez
The West Virginia University School of Pharmacy is proud to announce the induction of new members into its Alumni Hall of Fame as part of its 110th-anniversary celebration. This marks a significant occasion, as it is the first group of inductees since the School's centennial in 2014. Several have ties...
WATCH: WVU pitcher Derek Clark discusses upcoming NCAA Tournament
West Virginia University baseball pitcher Derek Clark spoke with the media Monday afternoon following the announcement of West Virginia University baseball’s NCAA Tournament berth. Clark discussed the anticipation of the selection show, his extra rest after not pitching in the Big 12 Tournament and much more. Watch the full...
WVU esports program to host summer camps for kids
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WDTV) - A collegiate esports program is hosting a summer camp for kids next month. West Virginia University’s Esports Business & Entertainment (ESPT) Bachelor of Arts program began last year and offers students the chance to develop a well-rounded skill set and gain exposure to esports in contemporary society. This summer, they will also offer a summer camp for kids 11 years old and up.
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