Local Stories
COVID-19 Testing In Harrison County
The Harrison-Clarksburg Health Department issued a statement that as of March 15, 2020, West Virginia had tested 41 individuals with...
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‘Arts For The Holidays’ To Showcase Work Of Talented Local Artisans
Local artisans have been working like Santa’s elves to prepare for Arts for the Holidays 2019. The facility will be...
Read moreSecurity Threats At Lincoln High School Force Lock-Down; No Weapons Found
Matter Still Being Investigated By Authorities By LEIGH C. MERRIFIELD News & Journal Editor All roads leading in and out...
Read moreResidents Exhibit Great Interest In Neighborhood Watch Program
By LEIGH C. MERRIFIELD News & Journal Editor In the October 3, 2019 edition of The News & Journal, an...
Read moreLocal Native Follows An Unconventional Path That Leads To A Much-Loved Job
LESLIE MARRA By LEIGH C. MERRIFIELD News & Journal Editor Unfortunately for most people, a clear picture of what life...
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Honor Flight Program For Veterans Requires ‘Real’ Fundraising Commitment
By LEIGH C. MERRIFIELD News & Journal Editor The (non-profit) Honor Flight program was conceived in 2005 with its sole...
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Curb Enthusiasm Contest An Example Of Community Pride
….. And The Winner IS ….. By LEIGH C. MERRIFIELD News & Journal Editor Pictured above, Shinnston’s Economic Development Coordinator...
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SHS Alumni Input Requested For 2020 Homecoming; ‘Voice Your Choice’!
By LEIGH C. MERRIFIELD News & Journal Editor Alumni of Shinnston High School always look forward to a special gathering...
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Entertainment A BIG Feature At This Weekend’s WV Blackberry Festival
No matter what your music preference, the entertainment stage at the WV Blackberry Festival will draw LOTS of spectators! Rock...
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Movie With Anti-Bullying Message Recently Filmed In Bridgeport
Cameras are rolling here as a scene from the movie is shot at Bridgeport Middle School. “The Zombie Club” has...
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