Barn lot dispute leads to child abuse charges

SALEM, W.Va. An argument while hanging a star on a barn in Doddridge County that led to a domestic dispute has a Salem man behind bars. On Monday, deputies from the Doddridge County Sheriff’s Department were called to the residence on Elkhorn Road and found William Fragmin, 49, mowing the grass. When deputies asked Fragmin…

Interim sheriff named in Preston County

KINGWOOD, W.Va. — Commissioners in Preston County have named James Fields the interim sheriff following the sudden passing of Preston County Sheriff Paul Pritt Monday. Fields has served as Preston County Sheriff in the past and was once hired by Pritt. No other information has been released. Efforts to reach Fields have been unsuccessful. Pritt…

Peace Officer Memorial Day observed in Morgantown

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — As part of National Police Week, Morgantown and the Monongalia County community came together Wednesday for Peace Officer Memorial Day. A formation of officers stood at attention while Monongalia County Commission President Sean Sikora read a proclamation recognizing the sacrifices of those who have lost their lives and conducted a wreath-laying. As…