DECKING THE HALLS

Shirley Green, a trustee and official decorator of the Thompson House, gets ready for Christmas. Green is decorating the Angel of the Woods on the second floor of the house. With help from her grandson, Jordan Wickham, and son-in-law, Joe Wickham, Green will be decorating the house for the upcoming tours offered from 6:30-8 p.m. Dec. 5 and 1-3 p.m. Dec. 6. (Photo by Wayne Maris) View additional photos at cu.reviewonline.com

Commission opposes Verizon-Frontier sale

NEW CUMBERLAND — The Hancock County Commission approved a resolution Thursday which requests that the West Virginia Public Service Commission deny two communications companies permission to go through with an $8.6 billion dea.

Wilson stands by his vote

STEUBENVILLE — U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson, D-St. Clairsville, stands by his favorable vote on the House version of the health care reform bill.

Elementary school principal leaves Edison school district

RICHMOND — The resignation of Pleasant Hill Elementary School Principal Dana Snider was accepted by Edison Local board members during Thursday’s meeting.

Snider’s resignation takes effect De.