Madeline Edwards
Multimedia Journalist
Bridgeport, WV
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Madeline Edwards, from Springville, PA joined the 5 News team as a Multimedia Journalist in June 2020. She earned her B.A. in Journalism from St. Bonaventure University in May 2020.
During her time at SBU, Madeline was an involved member of SBU-TV. Not only did she report and anchor, she spent time her senior year as Co-Executive Producer and Co-News Director. Madeline was also a member of the SBU Dance Team all three years of school.
When she’s not in the newsroom she enjoys listening to podcasts, watching musicals and spending time with her family’s two Goldendoodles.
Harrison County’s Healthy Grandfamilies recently recieved a grant to help support their program.
Fairmont State University was working to add onto their Educational Leadership program.
Three cases of the COVID-19′s U.K. Variant or B.1.1.7 were confirmed in the Morgantown area.
A Doddridge County family pushed forward after losing their home in a fire, February 9.
Mon Power spokesperson, Will Boye reccomended for customers to have three days worth of necessities including non parishable food items and water prepared in case of an outage.
A local woman won the general theme in the Recycling Coalition of West Virginia’s 2020 Virtual Refashion Show.
Dallan Halkias or Sir Dallan G. released their new single, “I Hope I’m Yours” yesterday. A single that was much more than just a love song.
Molly Runner was selected as a Top Youth Volunteer in West Virginia by Prudential Spirit of Community Awards for her work at school and in the community.
Clarksburg Police were talking to witnesses after someone allegedly pulled a gun on a homeowner in the Adamston area.
The Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center continued to create virtual concerts for March amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
With an uptick in West Virginians that wanted to be vaccinated, Senator Joe Manchin stopped in Marion County to find out what the community needed.
President of the Monongalia County American Federation of Teachers, Sam Burnett raised concern with how the county’s school COVID-19 case numbers were released.
Christina Hooker started writing as a form of therapy and ended up telling a story.
United Hospital Center planned to hold a blood drive for their staff while making a donation to the Clarksburg Mission.
Kayla Bartlett, a Barbour County Physician’s Assistant searched for a new outlet to express herself.
West Virginia Coaliton to End Homelessness and the United Way of Harrison and Doddridge Counties were working together in hopes of creating more services for the homeless.
Local police were investigating a vandalism that happpened over the weekend at First Presbyterian Church of Morgantown.
The National Youth Advocate Program was offering online training to become a foster parent during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Delegate John Williams looked for the community’s support on a bill that would help fix Morgantown roads.
The town of White Hall wanted to find a way to give back to the community.
Monongalia County Schools requested a waiver to continue with remote learning. Despite the state mandate for in-person learning.
Across the state drop off boxes for winter coats, hat, gloves and scarves have been placed out in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.
After the loss of two loved ones, Michelle Fleming dedicated her world record-breaking Fly-Fishing catches to them.
Taylor County Board of Education held a special meeting this evening to discuss the governor’s motion for students to return to school in-person four to five days a week.
Taylor County Schools, Superintendent Christine Miller made two video apperances on the Taylor County Schools Facebook page to encourage residents to vote in favor of a school levy.
Noah Haws lost his battle to a rare kidney cancer in June at age 4.
A local woman partners with United Hospital Center to bring joy to covid patients.
In 2020 ... The Center for Organ Recovery and Education had 324 organ donors, breaking last years record by over 28 percent.
Monongalia County, Delegate Danielle Walker went on Facebook Live to share her thoughts on the recent events at the capitol and her former colleague's actions.
The Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center continued their virtual performances into the new year.
Since the governor’s announcement about the return to in person instruction West Virginia teachers have shared concerns about returning to the classroom on January 19.
After being furloughed from her job during the pandemic Hali Phares found her true calling.
Across the state COVID-19 vaccinations were distributed.
Little Miss West Virginia Rhododendron combined her love for animals and helping others by creating a photo contest.
Local musician took the pandemic as a time to focus on creating music.
The Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center uploaded the last installment of their Ghostlight concert series.
The Northside Fire Department celebrated firefighter, Lieutenant Brian Jones on his retirement from the force.
Community members worked together to decorate their local park with lights to bring holiday cheer to everyone who passes by.
Local elementary school made a series of unique videos to celebrate the holidays.
Recent graduate Shelby Hall grew up on West Virginia University’s campus as a result of her mother, Rhonda Black working for the university.
The third Saturday in December was celebrated in the United States as Wreaths Across America day.
Lieutenant Sheldon Greenland with the Salvation Army said that an anonymous donor has put an one thousand dollar bill in one of their red kettles for 43 years.
North Marion Heights neighborhood brought back an old tradition.
Randolph County teachers took a stand at the board of education meeting.
Getz Family Dentistry in Nutter Fort collected letters for Santa.
Santa and Mrs. Claus stopped in Jane Lew to pick up Christmas letters.
Local church teamed up with the Phil Gainer Community Center to make Christmas better for Randolph County children.
The City of Bridgeport brought back their annual food drive to help those in need this holiday season.
The Morgantown community came together to celebrate Jesse Arbogast’s 99th birthday.
A young student pilot delivers PPE to critical access hospitals on the east coast.