Andrew Noll

Parkersburg

Digital News Producer and Multimedia Journalist at WTAP-TV (Parkersburg, WV)

Syracuse University/Newhouse Alum 🍊Evening News Anchor/Producer (5/10 PM) @wtaptelevision spreading the news Monday-Friday.

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Barge collides with bridge near Parkersburg

1 week ago | wtap.com | Andrew Noll

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - A barge collided with a bridge near Parkersburg on Saturday night. At around 10:15 p.m., a boat carrying a coal barge hit the 6th St. Parkersburg Railroad Bridge, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. The Coast Guard Sector Ohio Valley received notification of the collision about 20 minutes later. There are no injuries or pollution reported at this time, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. There aren’t any obstructions or closures of the waterway.
44th Annual Parkersburg Fishing Derby returns this Saturday!

2 weeks ago | wtap.com | Andrew Noll

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The 44th annual Parkersburg Fishing Derby returns this Saturday, April 12, at City Park and Southwood Park. This annual event is free to children ages 3-14 years old. The kids will be placed in groups based on their age for the derby. The age groups are: 3-6 years old, 7-10 years old, and 11-14 years old. There will be awards given out to the first, second, and third place finishers in each group.
Downtown Throwdown returns to Parkersburg this weekend

Aug 20, 2024 | wtap.com | Andrew Noll

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Downtown Throwdown hosted by Downtown PKB will be taking place Saturday, August 24 in Bicentennial Park in downtown Parkersburg. The event starts at 6 p.m. and will continue until 10 p.m.There will be about eight different food vendors and four different beer distributors at the event. Tickets for the event are $20 if you buy them in advance either online at downtownpkb.com or at the Blennerhassett Hotel.
Local dirt track racing star, Zach Wigal, talks about his racing career and returning to race at the Ohio Valley Speedway

Aug 7, 2024 | wtap.com | Andrew Noll

WASHINGTON, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Ohio Valley Speedway is gearing up for a fun weekend of racing!The USAC Midwest Thunder Midgets will participate for the first time in the storied history of Ohio Valley Speedway. he USAC Thunder Midgets will bring in talent such as 2023 champion Zach Wigal, Bryce Massingal, JB Boxel, Chet Gerke, Josh Yenser, Cole Morgan, Michael Magic, and 72 year old Jim Jones from Ventura California, plus more.
Local gymnastics head coach talks about her gym and Team USA performance in the Olympics

Aug 1, 2024 | wtap.com | Andrew Noll

VIENNA, W.Va. (WTAP) - Team USA gymnastics has been performing well at the Paris Olympics especially the women’s team. Simone Biles etched her name into the history books with her victory Thursday in the women’s gymnastics individual all-around final by claiming another gold medal. This was her ninth in her career making her the most decorated U.S. gymnast of all time.
Reno VFD’s Fire Chief receives the July Golden Shield Award

Jul 31, 2024 | wtap.com | Andrew Noll

RENO, Ohio (WTAP) - Each month WTAP and Morrison Incorporated honor first responders for the work they do protecting us. The Reno Volunteer Fire Department’s Fire Chief, Jon Bradford, is July’s Golden Shield Award winner. Chief Bradford has been a member of the Reno VFD for over 38 years. Chief Bradford talked about what it meant to him to receive the Golden Shield Award. “Well it means so much to be nominated with the people that you work with and that you see every day.
Belpre Homecoming Festival returns to Civitan Park on Thursday

Jul 31, 2024 | wtap.com | Andrew Noll

BELPRE, Ohio (WTAP) - For over 90 years, the Belpre Homecoming Festival has been a time for the Belpre community to celebrate the city’s history, and for alumni to come back and catch up with old classmates. This year’s homecoming kicks off tomorrow, August 1 and lasts until this Sunday, August 4 at Civitan Park. The festival will have rides, vendors, and a full variety of free live entertainment. There is no cost to the public to get into the event.
Ravenswood Ohio River Festival returns on Aug. 2-4!

Jul 30, 2024 | wtap.com | Andrew Noll

RAVENSWOOD, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Ravenswood Ohio River Festival returns this weekend starting on Friday, August 2 and ending on Sunday, August 4. Ravenswood’s first Ohio River Festival was in 1935. It celebrated the 150th anniversary of the first flatboat being launched in Ravenswood. Historically, the festival featured a Steamboat parade. Now, it is expanded to include some other activities.
Wolfe Mountain Entertainment to perform ‘Our Town’ the first weekend of August

Jul 25, 2024 | wtap.com | Andrew Noll

POMEROY, Ohio (WTAP) - Wolfe Mountain Entertainment will be performing a classic show ‘Our Town’ starting on Friday, August 2. There will be three shows over the course of the weekend with the first show starting at 7 p.m. on August 2. On Saturday, August 3 the show will begin at 7 p.m. as well. On Sunday, August 4 the show will begin at 3 p.m.Ticket prices are $12 and you can purchase them by clicking here. All of the shows will be held at 320 E Main St. in Pomeroy, Ohio.
2024 Harmar Days Festival is back this weekend!

Jul 24, 2024 | wtap.com | Andrew Noll

MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - Marietta will be celebrating local history with a festival that brings the community together to showcase local artists and everything the area has to offer this weekend!The Harmar Days Festival is a free, three-day outdoor festival in the west side of Harmar Village. The dates are July 26, 27, 28. The events will kick off at 6p.m. on Friday and end at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday.