City News
Traffic/Road Closure Information for Friday’s Fantasy in Lights Parade
Published on November 16, 2022
The Wheeling Police Department will close the following roads in the Center Wheeling/downtown area on Friday, November 18, 2022, for the annual Fanta…
City of Wheeling Launching Holiday Season with Winter on the Plaza
Published on November 04, 2022
Santa Claus is coming to town on Nov. 16! Jolly old St. Nick will be making an appearance at Winter on the Plaza, the City’s holiday tree lighting ce…
Demolition at Edgington Lane Park to Begin Wednesday
Published on November 01, 2022
Demolition at the Edgington Lane Park in the City’s Woodsdale neighborhood is slated to begin Wednesday, Nov. 2 in preparation for the playground rev…
City of Wheeling Makes Contribution to J.B. Chambers All-Inclusive Playground Project
Published on October 26, 2022
The City of Wheeling has made a $10,000 contribution to the Wheeling YMCA’s J.B. Chambers All-Inclusive Playground project. City officials joined YMC…
WVU Medicine to Build New Regional Cancer Center in Center Wheeling
Published on October 21, 2022
*EDITOR'S NOTE - This press release was written and distributed by WVU Medicine.Residents of Wheeling, the Northern Panhandle, and the West Virginia-…
Wheeling Arts and Cultural Commission Announces Pop-Up Art Exhibit at WesBanco Arena
Published on October 19, 2022
The Wheeling Arts and Cultural Commission has partnered with WesBanco Arena to display temporary murals that were created by several talented artists…
City of Wheeling Hosting Jack-O’-Lantern Jamboree and Screening of Hocus Pocus
Published on October 14, 2022
Join in some Halloween fun as the City of Wheeling is hosting a Jack-O’-Lantern Jamboree followed by a screening of Hocus Pocus. The event is slated …
Several Streets and Alleys to be Resurfaced in Coming Week
Published on October 14, 2022
Several streets and alleys in the City of Wheeling will be milled and resurfaced in the coming week. As a result, there will be no parking on the res…
City of Wheeling Revising Deadline for Homeowner-Occupied Repair Assistance Program Applications
Published on October 12, 2022
Due to an overwhelming response from residents, the City of Wheeling is revising the deadline for the Homeowner Repair Assistance Program application…
Opening of Fitzsimmons Family Dog Park at Wheeling Park Celebrated with Ribbon Cutting
Published on October 06, 2022
Officials from the City of Wheeling and the Wheeling Park Commission joined representatives from the Fitzsimmons Foundation Thursday morning to celeb…
City of Wheeling Launching Homeowner Repair Assistance Program
Published on October 04, 2022
The City of Wheeling is now offering a Homeowner-Occupied Repair Assistance Program that will provide a one-time financial grant of up to $5,000 to a…
Fall Outreach Festival to Provide Resources for Homeless Population
Published on October 03, 2022
The City of Wheeling, in conjunction with many area social service agencies, will host a Fall Festival for members of the homeless population from 10…
Greater Wheeling Sports and Entertainment Authority Welcomes New Executive Director
Published on September 20, 2022
Robert Herron, board chair of the Greater Wheeling Sports and Entertainment Authority, has announced Wheeling resident Kelly Tucker as the new execut…
Wheeling Public Safety Provides Traffic Rules and Safety Information on New Motorized Scooters
Published on September 19, 2022
The City of Wheeling recently introduced Bird scooters to its transportation routes and Wheeling Police are reminding travelers of some important t…
Sewer Improvement Project Impacting Traffic Patterns
Published on September 12, 2022
Beginning this week, work on Forest Road sewer line improvements will impact traffic patterns.James White Construction, on behalf of the City of Whee…
City of Wheeling’s Free Concert Season Extended
Published on August 25, 2022
The City of Wheeling’s free summer concert season was originally scheduled to conclude at the end of August. However, some shows were rescheduled bec…
South Wheeling Pool Closed for Season
Published on August 25, 2022
Due to a maintenance issue with the South Wheeling pool, 3623 Wood St., the facility will be closed for the remainder of the season. Swimmers are in…
Wheeling Mayor Serves as Panelist at National Brownfields Conference; City Recognized for Cleanup Efforts of Brownfield Sites for Economic Development/Quality-of-Life Enhancements
Published on August 25, 2022
The City of Wheeling and Mayor Glenn Elliott were recognized last week at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) National Brownfields Confe…
Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for New Wheeling Fire Department Headquarters
Published on August 23, 2022
Members of the Wheeling Fire Department, alongside Wheeling city council, city administration and local leaders broke ground for the city’s n…
Third Friday Concert Cancelled
Published on August 17, 2022
The Third Friday Concert slated for 7 p.m., Friday at the Plaza on Market has been cancelled. To view the full summer schedule of the City’s events, …
