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WVU Events Coordinator, Fairmont Native Shannon McAtee Brings Steady Hands, Comfy Shoes to Campus Functions

For Fairmont native Shannon McAtee, helping shape some of the most meaningful moments at West Virginia University is a...

By Connect-Bridgeport Staff May 17, 2026 9:00 AM EST in News

Harrison County Sheriff's Office's Swears in its Newest Deputy as Davisson Joins Law Enforcement Ranks

Posted on May 17, 2026

The Harrison County Sheriff's Office recently added to its staff with the swearing in off its newest deputy at their M...

City Council Honors WWTP Employee Luke Sigley

Posted on May 16, 2026

Bridgeport’s Council recognized one of its city workers during the Monday, May 11 meeting for a service anniversary....

Clarksburg Native Sydney Vilain Among Outstanding Students in West Virginia Wesleyan Graduating Class

Posted on May 16, 2026

BUCKHANNON — Clarksburg native and Liberty alum Sydney Vilain was recently selected as one of six Outstanding Seniors at W...

Photos: Bridgeport High School Senior Parade

Posted on May 16, 2026

Bridgeport High School's annual senior parade was held Friday morning. Check out Joe LaRocca's photos below....

United Hospital Center Names Inaugural Rural Scholars to Address West Virginia Physician Shortage

Posted on May 15, 2026

The United Hospital Center (UHC) Family Medicine Residency Program is proud to announce the first cohort of medical st...

Harrison County Schools Recognized for Strong Math Recovery in New Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Report

Posted on May 15, 2026

FROM HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS Harrison County Schools is proud to be recognized in a new report for...

Bridgeport's Marra Rose Johnson Named WVIHF Regina Maria XLVII

Posted on May 15, 2026

Marra Rose Johnson has been named Regina Maria XLVII for the West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival and will be crowned o...

Still Relatively New City Building on Benedum Drive is Hosting Fresh Look as Refurbished Sign Put in Place

Posted on May 15, 2026

There is a fresh look along Benedum Drive, and it is not only across the street from the entrance to The Bridge, but i...

Region Sees Building Once Offering Targeted Care on Health Front Have New Tenant with Same Service

Posted on May 15, 2026

According to WDTV, Valley Health Care Eye Care Center is now serving Randolph County with its new location...

Congressman Moore Presents $1.67 Million for New Barbour County Ambulance Authority Station

Posted on May 15, 2026

WASHINGTON – Congressman Riley M. Moore presented a $1,668,750 check in federal funding for the construction of a new...

Over $21,000 Awarded During Aviation Maintenance Technology Scholarship Luncheon Event at Pierpont

Posted on May 14, 2026

Students, faculty, staff and industry partners gathered for Pierpont Community and Technical College’s Aviation...

Harrison County Team Named Champions in 4-H Forestry Contest

Posted on May 14, 2026

Seven Harrison County 4-H members competed in the State 4-H Forestry Contest on Saturday, May 2. The contest was held at t...

Missy Hamons is Named April 2026 UHC RRR Winner

Posted on May 14, 2026

United Hospital Center recently announced its April 2026, Recognition, Reward, and Reinforce program winners. The...

DNR Posts 83 Stocked Waters List for Week of May 4

Posted on May 14, 2026

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) this week announced that the following lakes and streams were stoc...

Bridgeport City Pool Announces New Policy for Youth Ages 12 to 17 Attending without Parent or Guardian

Posted on May 14, 2026

The opening of the Bridgeport City Pool for the summer of 2026 is right around the corner with the annual Splash Day,...

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