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Man arrested for hitting car with vacuum, throwing it through windshield
COALTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One man has been arrested after repeatedly hitting a car with a vacuum and then throwing it through the windshield. According to the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, deputies responded to a domestic in progress call in the Coalton area. 51-year-old Timothy Burdette was found on scene […]
Elderly Driver Injured After Striking Train Near Beverly in Railroad Safety Breach
An 80-year-old driver in Beverly collided with a train after driving around railroad crossing barriers, according to local authorities. The incident, which occurred at the Hale Street Crossing, involved a 2020 Camry that was struck by an MBTA commuter train. The preliminary investigation by police suggested that the driver ignored the flashing lights and an audible alarm before maneuvering around the crossing gate.
WVU Medicine United Hospital Center opening Elkins clinic
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - WVU Medicine United Hospital Center is announcing its largest clinic yet in the Randolph County area. The Elkins Corridor Medical Center is scheduled to open in 2025. UHC President and CEO Dr. David Hess says the 38,000-square-foot facility will improve patient access and convenience. “We felt...
Treasurer Moore Announces Firearms Auction Raised Nearly $20,000 to Benefit Preston County Sheriff’s Office
KINGWOOD, W.Va. (WVDN) – State Treasurer Riley Moore announced his Office’s recent unclaimed property firearms auction raised nearly $20,000 for the Preston County Sheriff’s Office – funds to be put towards improving safety and law enforcement efforts in the local community. “Since 2021, my Office has raised more than $588,000 for the men and women who work […] The post Treasurer Moore Announces Firearms Auction Raised Nearly $20,000 to Benefit Preston County Sheriff’s Office appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Organizations and public officials meet in Monongalia County to address food insecurity crisis
On Thursday, the United Way of Monongalia and Preston Counties hosted a community gathering for food and feeding programs and public officials to network and develop strategies to better serve clients.
Man arrested for DUI after telling police to “Take me to jail”
ELKINS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One man has been arrested for DUI following a traffic stop Saturday night. According to the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at approximately 8:47 PM, a deputy was conducting road patrol along Isner Creek Road, in the Glenmore area of Elkins. Police observed a gray in color […]
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