Harrison County student wins poetry contest twice in a row
By Kara Linaburg “Morgan (Sprouse) is a unique talent,” said Jared St. Martin Brown, Bridgeport High School teacher. “She really...
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Council discusses demolition, water system take-over
By Kara Linaburg Shinnston City Council is working on plans to demolish dilapidated properties, potentially take over a water system,...
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Truck brings tacos and Mexican traditions
By Erin Beck A steady stream of hungry customers formed lines outside of the Mr. Taco Food Truck, parked in...
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$1 million offered for crime recognition technology
By Erin Beck On March 8, a Wednesday meeting, Shinnston City Council approved applying for a $1 million project that...
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City officials receive state instruction on parking lot
By Kara Linaburg City officials have received instruction from state transportation officials on how to meet state standards for road...
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Building new garage was a “calling”
By Kara Linaburg Shinnston continues to grow as more businesses are opened. 2023’s first ribbon cutting began with Road Warriors...
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Soul Miner’s Daughter named Business of the Month
By Kara Linaburg Wife and mother of three, Sarah Benson, started creating clean, plant-based products for her family out of...
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Local film to be shown at Maryland festival
By Erin Beck Jack Santee, center, performs in “Lilac Gulch.” “Lilac Gulch: An Appalachian Fairy Tale,” a short film by...
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Lord’s Pantry assists with growing need
Submitted by Debra Herndon, board member Our community is made up of people from all walks of life: some with...
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Parking lot had lacked permit, paved over sidewalk
By Kara Linaburg “Emotions are a little high today,” Councilmember Amanda Sayers said, at the Feb. 15 Shinnston City Council...
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