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Abstracted organica: The design trend taking root in Naarm, and the designers doing it best
For a place that’s often described as an urban grid, Naarm holds an intimate relationship with the natural world. Is a sharehouse complete without a monstera? Are birthdays real if they’re not celebrated in Edinburgh or Carlton Gardens? After hitting 30, should I be swapping the club for the Dandenong Ranges?
The femme creatives shaping Naarm’s dance scene
It’s no secret that Naarm’s music scene is alive and kicking in every corner. Dance music is a cultural staple here, weaving its way through bars, community spaces, and, of course, clubs. We lead the charge when it comes to lineup diversity and, for the most part, hold each other to impressively high standards. But when I first started DJing, the landscape looked pretty different.
Why the city’s creative rat race breeds design-led offbeat brands
Trends come and go, but in Naarm (Melbourne), streetwear seems to be forever. Perhaps it’s a reflection of our city’s iconic graffiti culture, which reaches its boil on the walls of Hosier Lane, or a glimpse into the city’s deep-rooted music scenes, visually echoed in the endless stream of paste-up posters advertising this week’s gigs. Whatever the reason, Naarm’s creative rat race is undeniably tied to its never-ending pursuit of individuality and an entrepreneurial spirit.
Fire Prevention Week returns, MFD to teach sounds of fire safety
MORGANTOWN — Fire Prevention Week has arrived and the Morgantown Fire Department will teach area children about important sounds of which to be aware. The MFD is teaming up with the Na You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: firefire prevention weekfire safetyfirefightersmorgantown fire department
COVID-19 booster shot available for high-risk, elderly individuals
MORGANTOWN — COVID-19 vaccine booster shots are available to select populations across the United States, and several locations in the Morgantown and surrounding area are available to distribute it to those eligible. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the booster shot is available to certain groups who received the first two doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine at least six months ago.
COVID-19 booster shot available for high-risk, elderly individuals
MORGANTOWN — COVID-19 vaccine booster shots are available to select populations across the United States, and several locations in the Morgantown and surrounding area are available to dis You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content.
Tensions high during Westover council meeting, no motion made to investigate council
WESTOVER—Tensions were high during Thursday night’s special Westover council meeting centered around whether to initiate an investigation into allegations made against council, which fa You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content.
Fall forest fire season comes with additional burning restrictions
MORGANTOWN — West Virginia's fall forest fire season begins Oct. 1 and with it comes additional safety protocols residents are required to follow. “A lot of this stuff is You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: burningfirefire safetyfire seasonmorgantown fire departmentmorgantown fire department fire marshal ken tennant
Drug Task Force investigators recover meth, fentanyl, U.S. currency
A Mon Metro Drug Task Force investigation launched in August has led to the arrest of an Ohio man for two felony counts of possession with intent to deliver a schedule II controlled substan You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: drugsfentanylmethMon Metro Drug Task Forcetop-3
Ten MFD firefighters promoted; new chief among positions filled
MORGANTOWN — The moment Eugene Deem first found out paid firefighter positions existed, he began looking for ways to make it his career. Deem became chief of the Morgantown Fire Depart You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content.
HELP304 crisis hotline sees increase in calls; uptick in COVID cases might be to blame
MORGANTOWN — After West Virginia crisis hotline HELP304 saw a spike in calls last month, the organization's director said an increase in COVID-19 cases may be to blame. The helpline re You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: crisis hotlineFEMAfirst choice servicesHELP304sheila moransteven perryWVDHHR
State law permitting earlier liquor sales on Sundays takes effect
MORGANTOWN — West Virginia retail liquor licensees are now permitted to sell to patrons as early as 6 a.m. on Sundays. This change is a result of the passage of Senate Bill 2020, which You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: alcoholliquor salesliquor sales on sundayslocal businesssenate bill 2020
Fight that led to downtown stabbing broke out in the middle of High Street
MORGANTOWN — A criminal complaint has provided further details on Thursday night's High Street stabbing incident after Elijah Jon Older, 21, was charged with malicious wounding. Accord You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: christian pachecodowntown morgantowndowntown stabbingelijah jon older
Power Rangers, zombie-slayers alike unite for Mountaineer Comic-Con
MORGANTOWN — From photo ops with The Flash to meet-and-greets with zombie-slayers, Mountaineer Comic-Con will debut for comic fanatics and pop-culture enthusiasts alike. “Morgantown You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content.
Man accused of DUI causing death, bodily injury among those in final day of arraignments
MORGANTOWN — A man accused of driving while impaired, causing death along with three other related charges was among those who appeared in the third day of arraignments Thursday for those You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: courtsduijudge phillip gaujotMonongalia County Circuit Court
Preliminary hearing rescheduled in alleged sexual assault
MORGANTOWN — A preliminary hearing for an alleged second-degree sexual assault charge has been continued after the defendant was unable to secure a lawyer. According to the criminal co You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: austin rempelsexual asault
Westover PD arrests two more for possession with intent to manufacture, deliver
WESTOVER — Two additional traffic stops this week have led Westover Police officers Justice Carver and Isaiah Harmon to recover cash and illegal drugs. The most recent is the arrest You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content.
Surfaced Westover audio reveals concerns over Dalton, chain of command in Westover PD
WESTOVER — A more than 90-minute audio file posted on YouTube earlier this month details several alleged actions of Lt. Aaron Dalton and how each situation was handled. Former po You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: lt. aaron daltonrichard panicotim strankotop-2westoverwestover police department
Maidsville man charged with felony in possession of firearm, wanton endangerment
A Maidsville man is charged with felony in possession of a firearm and wanton endangerment, after he allegedly fired shots in Morgantown on Monday. According to the criminal complaint, L You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: firearm possessionlonnie harrismaidsvilleMorgantown Police Departmentwanton endangerment
Two New York men found with more than $52,000, illegal narcotics
WESTOVER — Two New York residents arrested in Westover on Saturday were allegedly found with more than $52,000, along with illegal narcotics and a digital weighing scale, according to a c You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: arrestsdouglas reidillegal narcoticslonnie watkinswestover
Citizens, councilmember, delegate speak out following uploaded audio file of Westover meeting
WESTOVER — A clip uploaded to YouTube that contained discussions about Westover's police department and audio of City Attorney Tim Stranko calling Delegate Danielle Walker, D-Monongalia, You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: city of westovertop-1westoverwestover council
WVU Medicine announces crisis-level standard of care
MORGANTOWN — WVU Medicine is now operating at a crisis-level standard of care, according to a social media announcement from the hospital. This standard of care is a reduction in the services available at the hospital in an effort to keep up with the influx of patients.
Gaujot rules in favor of Morgantown in firefighter holiday pay dispute
MORGANTOWN—Monongalia County Circuit Court Judge Phillip Gaujot ruled in favor of the City of Morgantown Thursday regarding a lawsuit filed by its firefighters over improper holiday compe You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: city of morgantownfirefighter pay lawsuitfirefightersholiday paylawsuitmorgantowntop-1
Mon grand jury returns 130 indictments
MORGANTOWN — A man accused of driving while impaired causing death and a man who allegedly attempted to kidnap his ex-girlfriend are among those indicted by the September 2021 Monongalia You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: adrian strawdermanindictmentmon countymongongalia county grand juryshelton k coatestimothy lee black
Westover files injunctive, declaratory relief following Westover landlord suit
WESTOVER — The City of Westover has requested injunctive and declaratory relief following an ongoing property dispute lawsuit filed by Westover landlord Richard Panico Sr. Photos withi You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: city of westoverlandlord suitrichard panico sr.westover
Gaujot rules in favor of Morgantown in firefighter holiday pay dispute
Sep. 17—MORGANTOWN — Monongalia County Circuit Court Judge Phillip Gaujot ruled in favor of the City of Morgantown Thursday regarding a lawsuit filed by its firefighters over improper holiday compensation. "The members of the IAFF 313 respectful disagree with the rulings of Judge Gaujot, top to bottom, " said Attorney Teresa Toriseva, who represents the firefighters.
Newcomers Club looking for new, longtime residents alike
MORGANTOWN — If movie nights, picnics at Coopers Rock State Forest and getting to know fellow neighbors piques your interest, joining the Morgantown Community Newcomers Club might be the You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: denise berrebidenise minnearmorgantownnewcomersnewcomers clubpat stewart
Increased flu cases may follow previous historically low season
MORGANTOWN—With winter just around the corner, area experts have some concerns of what last year’s mild influenza season might mean for the coming one. “I don’t know which way it will be, but I’m worried,” said Dr, Kathryn Moffett, WVU Medicine pediatric infectious disease specialist. Moffett said when the flu circulates each year, it helps the population to build up immunity.
Record-breaking ventilator cases, COVID-19 deaths continue to rise
COVID-19 cases are rising in West Virginia and hospitals are continuing to see record-breaking numbers of patients on ventilators. “As the governor said, we are still in the midst of t You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: coronavirusCOVID-19covid-19 vaccineJim Justicepress briefingvaccine
Area law enforcement recalls 9/11
MORGANTOWN—Westover's Deputy Chief Scott Carl and his wife had just woken up to care for their newborn daughter when they turned on the television and first heard about the attacks occurr You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: 20th anniversaryfirst responderslaw enforcementmemoriesremembrancesept. 11september 11
Former N.Y. firefighter recalls time at Ground Zero
Tony Amato’s time in Long Island, N.Y. was committed to helping others. Just days after the terrorist attack on Sept. 11, 2001, he held true to that commitment. “Whe You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content.
MHS student becomes latest vaccine sweepstakes winner
MORGANTOWN — When Kamryn Daniels’ school day was briefly interrupted Thursday, she couldn't have guessed Gov. Jim Justice and his English bulldog, Babydog, were outside waiting for her. You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content.
Four West Virginia EMS agencies mandate COVID-19 vaccine
MORGANTOWN—Four West Virginia emergency medical service agencies are taking the lead on mandating COVID-19 vaccinations for providers. Monongalia EMS, Star City EMS, HealthNet Aeromedical Services and HealthTeam Critical Care Transport are the first EMS agencies in the state to require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All providers will be required to get fully vaccinated by Nov. 1 unless exempted for medical or religious reasons.
Westover council discusses resurfaced cell phone
WESTOVER—Why the resurfaced cell phone involved in a lawsuit against the city was not immediately brought to council’s attention was discussed during Monday night's Westover council mee You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: westoverwestover council
With flu, cold season coming, W.Va. pushes for COVID-19 vaccinations
MORGANTOWN — With flu and cold season right around the corner, West Virginians are being urged to get vaccinated against COVID-19. “With flu season coming on in the fall and winter, unvaccinated West Virginians are going to … cause West Virginia to have a challenging fall and winter,” said Joint Interagency Task Force Director Gen. James Hoyer during Monday’s COVID-19 press briefing. There are 21,500 active cases in the state.
Save a Life Day to be WV's largest naloxone distribution event
MORGANTOWN — Save a Life Day is coming to more than 70 host locations across 17 West Virginia counties to distribute the necessary tools to reverse opioid overdoses. “We encourage ev You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: naloxonenarcanopioidopioid crisisopioid epidemicSave-a-Life
Rare faculty vote reveals overwhelming support for vaccine mandate
MORGANTOWN — The majority of WVU faculty have voted in favor of a non-binding resolution to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for all employees and students on campus by Jan. 1. “If we c You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: april kaullcoronavirusCOVID-19morgantownpresident e. gordon geevaccine mandate votewvu
West Virginia prepares for heavy rain following Hurricane Ida
West Virginia is gearing up for heavy rainfall and flooding as the remnants of Hurricane Ida make their way into the region. “It's already a wet month,” Paul Walker, AccuWeather seni You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: accuweatherFEMAheavy rainfallhurricane idanational weather service
Supreme Court rules in favor of Martinsburg firefighters over holiday pay, may set stage for Morgantown ruling
MORGANTOWN — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals granted firefighters from the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 805′s motion to dismiss an appeal filed by their c You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: judge laura fairclothlawsuitMartinsburgmorgantown fire department
Property receipt discloses recovered cell phone was found in Westover PD evidence room
MORGANTOWN — A Westover Police Department property receipt reveals the recently recovered cell phone involved in the William Cox lawsuit against the City of Westover was found in the poli You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: cell phonelawsuitwestover police departmentwilliam cox
Traffic stop leads to methamphetamine, fentanyl confiscation
MORGANTOWN — A traffic stop on Interstate 68 resulted in the confiscation of about a half-pound of methamphetamine, a Glock .40 caliber pistol, and about 3.16 grams of fentanyl on Aug. 2 You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: arrestfentanyllenard jamaal palmermethamphetaminemorgantownWest Virginia State Police
Traffic stop leads to methamphetamine, fentanyl confiscation
Aug. 31—MORGANTOWN — A traffic stop on Interstate 68 resulted in the confiscation of about a half-pound of methamphetamine, a Glock.40 caliber pistol, and about 3.16 grams of fentanyl on Aug. 27. Lenard Jamaal Palmer, 29, of Darby, Pa., is charged with a felony for possession with manufacture /deliver /possess with intent to manufacture /deliver. West Virginia State Police Trooper A.L. Barnette made the arrest while performing a traffic patrol.
Supreme Court rules in favor of Martinsburg firefighters over holiday pay, may set stage for Morgantown ruling
Aug. 31—MORGANTOWN — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals granted firefighters from the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 805 ′s motion to dismiss an appeal filed by their city on Friday. The dismissed appeal challenged Judge Laura Faircloth's ruling in Martinsburg that holiday pay be based on professional firefighters' actual work shift of 24 hours. Members of International Association of Firefighters Local 313 sued Morgantown in 2019 over unpaid holiday pay as well.
With Delta cases on the rise, masks make a comeback at local businesses
MORGANTOWN — For the first time in more than a year, Quantum Bean Coffee began feeling safe enough to welcome in maskless customers. However, it didn’t take long for that feeling of You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content.
Gallery 304 hosts first Vintage Festival in Star City
STAR CITY — Racks of old-school West Virginia University gear, rock-and-roll T-shirts, vintage jackets and more filled Edith Barill Riverfront Park Saturday during the Star City Vintage You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: communitycommunity eventseventslocal businessvintage
Health care workers protest vaccination mandates Original
MORGANTOWN—Dozens of protestors lined Patteson Drive Saturday in response to the growing number of health care systems announcing COVID-19 vaccine mandates for employees. Vaccination mandates throughout the health care field are becoming more common as WVU Medicine, Mon Health Systems, Charleston Area Medical Center and many other hospitals across the state and nation announce such mandates. Many of the protesters who gathered were WVU Medicine employees, including several registered nurses.
Gallery 304 hosts first Vintage Festival in Star City
Aug. 29—STAR CITY — Racks of old-school West Virginia University gear, rock-and-roll T-shirts, vintage jackets and more filled Edith Barill Riverfront Park Saturday during the Star City Vintage Festival. "I had my fingers crossed that there was a good turnout, " said Nathaniel Hart, owner of Gallery 304, which he plans to open in downtown Morgantown. "I was kind of nervous for it." The event, hosted by Gallery 304, featured more than 30 vendors from around the state and surrounding region.
Gritstone Climbing and Fitness reaches one-year milestone
MORGANTOWN — Gritstone Climbing and Fitness is celebrating its first anniversary and after a difficult climb of a year for everyone, they have much to reflect on. “There's no way we You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: chris baileyGritstone ClimbingGritstone Climbing and Fitnesslocal businessmatthew huletsmall business
WVU to celebrate organic farming with field day
MORGANTOWN—West Virginia University is celebrating organic farming with hands-on activities, workshops, farm tours and more through this year's Organic Farm Field Day. The field day wi You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: agriculturecommunity eventseventsfarmingorganicorganic farmingtop-2west virginia universitywvu
Suspect in armed robbery turned shooting sentenced to probation, home confinement
MORGANTOWN — One of two males involved in an armed robbery in connection to a shooting has been sentenced to five years of probation, one year of which is home confinement. Jared McLea You have reached content available exclusively to Dominion Post subscribers Subscribe today and receive 3 months of premium access for only $7! Subscribe Now or sign in to read the rest of this content. Tags: cindy scottjared mcleanMonongalia County Circuit Courtmorgantown
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