Tag: WestVirginia

Brooke County Man Sentenced to Decade in Prison for Child Pornography Charge

WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA – Harry Fred Wells, age 54, of Follansbee, West Virginia, was sentenced to 120 months in federal prison for possession of...

Ty Thorngate: ‘It’s Not Just a Place, It’s a Vibe’

The city councilor brings a few unique perspectives to his Ward Five position.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Tom Burgoyne, G-Man

He may have been a native of New England, but he adored the people of the Wheeling area.

WLU Foundation Announces New Scholarship for Financial Planning Majors

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va., May 5, 2025 – The West Liberty University Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of a new scholarship generously created...

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – ‘Max’ and His Mob Bars

For decades, "Mom and Pop" bars were networked with Wheeling's organized crime.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Eyes on Ernie’s Esquire

The eatery was known as the best supper club in the entire Upper Ohio Valley.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Tales of a Tow Truck Driver

The town was a lot of fun during the ole Mob days, but most didn't see behind the scenes.

Ohio County Reptile Dealer Admits to Wildlife Trafficking

WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA – Michael Kandis, age 64, of Wheeling, West Virginia, has admitted to wildlife trafficking in violation of the Lacey Act. According to...

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Hamm the Newspaperman vs. Wheeling’s Mob Bosses

Some folks cowered to the Mob's threats, but not this Hall of Fame journalist.

Peter Fernbaugh: ‘I’m a Prisoner of Hope’

He's a man of many talents who has chosen to lead his own troupe in Weirton.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Betty and a Bomb

This is the first chapter of the series that focuses on the history of organized crime in the Wheeling area.

Garrison Wolfe: ‘It’s an Adventure Every Day’

He's young, full of energy, and loves being involved with his community.

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