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The Rev. Richard Bowyer: Eternally faithful, forever present

FAIRMONT – He heard the rumble, felt it, from behind the wheel. Right before he met the first truck laden with limestone, coming the other way. Actually, that first truck was part of a caravan of trucks, laden with limestone, coming the other way. The limestone was going to be used to ...

Ground broken for East Fairmont water mitigation project

FAIRMONT – The ceremonial shovels came out Tuesday on Fairmont’s East Side, and they carried more than dirt. City officials say sidewalks, streets, yards and basements will be a lot drier for generations to come – even as the skies continue to let go. Ground was broken for a $17.4 ...

Celebrating Halloween season in Mountaineer Country

Cooler weather means more exciting indoor events! With spooky decorations, colorful changing leaves and Halloween just days away, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the season. Check out these tips and tricks to make the most of your Halloween weekend, discover new local favorites and ...

Trick or treat and more

Plenty of Halloween fun is in store this week for area youngsters and residents alike. Trick or Treat Times: Seneca Center - The Seneca Center at 709 Beechurst Ave. will have its first ever trick-or-treating night on Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 5-7 p.m. Candy will be handed out outdoors in the ...

Ceremony in Elkins honors Rosie the Riveter tulip

ELKINS - A special ribbon-cutting and commemorative planting ceremony took place Monday to unveil an extraordinary tulip at the Rosie the Riveter Statue in the All-Veterans Memorial Park. The special tulip, known as "The Tulipa Rosie Tulip" was developed in the Netherlands as a tribute to ...

Preston County communities to celebrate Halloween

KINGWOOD - Halloween is many things to many cultures. The origin of Halloween goes back to the Roman Feralia, a time for prayers for the dead. A Celtic tradition considers Halloween, or Samhain, as the night when spirits of the departed can cross the barrier between the living and the dead. In ...