The Moundsville Police Department added to its ranks on Monday for the first time in about two years. Swearing-in ceremonies were held in Council Chambers for two new officers to the force – Peter Barton and Anthony White. Also, Officer Peyton Geary was promoted to the rank of corporal. City Clerk Sondra Hewitt conducted the […]
Garson Taylor’s ex-wife, Taylor Hebb, took the stand during the first day of Garson Taylor’s trial to recount the couple’s altercation on April 10 that culminated in an hour-long standoff between Taylor and Benwood Police Department officers. Taylor faces charges of wanton endangerment with a firearm, strangulation, domestic battery, fleeing in a vehicle from an […]
Marshall County Prosecuting Attorney Joe Canestraro announced on his department's Facebook page that former Benwood fire department chief Garson Taylor, 32, was indicted Wednesday on five counts.
It’s no secret that our Ohio Valley has some of the best community parks to be found. From nationally known venues such as Oglebay Park to the small parks found in every town and neighborhood, there’s always somewhere to go for a fun, safe, family friendly outing. One of those parks is Benwood Park, the […]
BENWOOD – Benwood Park turns 50 in 2023, and city leaders are planning a slate of events to commemorate the golden anniversary. A food truck festival, concerts and free swimming dates are on the schedule as Benwood celebrates throughout the summer months. The park and its pool first opened in 1973, and in 2020 Benwood […]