West Virginia

LISTEN: Local Clinician Warns of Risks Linked to High-THC Cannabis Use

WHEELING, W.Va. — A local healthcare professional is weighing in on new research highlighting potential risks associated with cannabis use. A recent study published in...

Ground Broken on $120M St. Joseph Regional Cancer Center in Wheeling

WHEELING, W.Va. — The long-awaited groundbreaking for the St. Joseph Regional Cancer Center took place Tuesday at the former Ohio Valley Medical Center site,...

Traffic Advisory Issued for WV 2 in Marshall County

MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. — A portion of W.Va. Route 2 in Moundsville will be impacted by a lane closure due to ongoing rock slide...

Wheeling Lawyer Sentenced to 8 Years for Fraud, Money Laundering

WHEELING, W.Va. - This is a correction to River News's earlier story on the sentencing of Wheeling attorney Paul Harris. Harris, age 62, was sentenced...

Brooke High Brings “Goosebumps” to the Stage This Weekend

BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. - Brooke High School will take the stage this weekend with its spring musical production of “Goosebumps.” Performances are scheduled for Friday,...

Hancock Schools Cut Jobs, Weigh SRO Reductions Amid $5M Deficit

Hancock County Schools is grappling with a significant financial shortfall, prompting the elimination of positions and raising concerns about student safety. At Monday night’s board...

West Virginia Production Company Places Two Films in Netflix’s Top 4

A Fairmont-based film production company is making national waves this week with two movies ranking in Netflix's top four. Allegheny Image Factory, led by brothers...

United Way to Host Inaugural Battle of the Ballroom in Wintersville

WINTERSVILLE, Ohio — The United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley, in partnership with the United Way of Jefferson County, will host the inaugural...

Hancock Schools to Remain Open for 2026–27, Superintendent Says Amid Closure Concerns

HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. - The new superintendent of Hancock County Schools says all schools will remain open for the 2026-27 school year. Superintendent Walt...

Festival of Nations Returns to Weirton Saturday

WEIRTON, W.Va. — The 13th Annual Festival of Nations will take place Saturday at the Milsop Community Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Organizers...
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