WELLSBURG – Some residents are questioning the effectiveness of the W.Va.2/Interstate 68 Authority in the area, asking Brooke County commissioners to have representatives of the group provide a public update on its work. The Brooke…
Genealogical society preserves Jefferson County records dating to 1797
STEUBENVILLE — Learning more about the dash that separates the years between a person's birth and death is becoming easier…
New 5-year improvement plans, rate studies on horizon in Steubenville
STEUBENVILLE — City officials say prioritizing water and wastewater projects that actually have to be done over the next five…
Wellsburg officials get K-9 demonstration
WELLSBURG — While Wellsburg Council could not conduct official business Tuesday because of a lack of a quorum for its…
Steubenville Inspections Department issues 54 code violation notices, more expected
STEUBENVILLE — City Manager Mike Johnson says notices of violation mailed to the owners of 54 properties last month are…
Weirton Council approves CDBG changes for senior center project
WEIRTON — Despite some initial misgivings from a few members, Weirton Council unanimously approved a measure Monday to reprogram unused…
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Wheeling Symphony unveils 'JOY' theme for 2026-27 season
WHEELING — The stage is set for a joyful 2026-27 concert season for the…
Monroe County residents concerned over sewer project charges
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Bellaire Fire Chief suspended after alleged assault
WVNCC receives grant to fund paramedic training for eligible EMTs
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Pitching leads AL to All-Star win
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Editorials
Michael Barone: Dropping candidates is not a sign of strength
It's beginning to be a habit. It, in this case, is the messy business of center-left political jettisoning one leader suddenly deemed unelectable and, without resort to the usual rules or democratic procedure, designating a replacement. It's the process that came fairly close to giving Americans President Kamala Harris in 2024. It's happening not…
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Craig Howell: Spirits of community, volunteerism were on display for holiday
Independence Day is a time to remember the nation's history. It's also about community. Our Ohio Valley communities show this each year with a variety of special celebrations, from grand fireworks displays to live musical performances, to street fairs, contests, and more. Typically, I find myself focusing solely on activities in Weirton, but some…
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West Virginia News
TANF Tug-of-War: Lawmakers rejects Morrisey’s crisis claims, citing full funding and executive discretion
CHARLESTON – Gov. Patrick Morrisey continues to express the belief that spending in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program is not sustainable in the long run, but West Virginia lawmakers and advocates remain confused as to why programs are being curtailed now when funding exists In May, Morrisey announced that the state's TANF…