STEUBENVILLE — Eliminating barriers that prevent children with disabilities from interacting with other children is the goal of a project planned for the city's West End. That mission is driving efforts to raise the money…
Weirton police issues warrant in murder case
WEIRTON – Weirton police have issued a warrant as part of the investigation into an alleged murder in the city's…
Housing project gets recommendation in Weirton
WEIRTON — A planned housing development received approval for a variance from the Weirton Planning Commission on Wednesday, allowing construction…
Grimm Way boil order lifted
WEIRTON - The boil order for Grimm Way has been lifted, effective at 7:45 a.m. today, according to the Weirton…
Local leaders working together to secure more affordable road salt contract
STEUBENVILLE — Some Jefferson County communities are opting out of the state's road salt procurement system, citing price quotes more…
Part of North 12th Street to be closed for maintenance
WEIRTON - A portion of North 12th Street, from Thurman Avenue to Kings Creek Road, will be closed for maintenance…
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Community
Sycamore Great Historical Battles Camp brings history to life
STEUBENVILLE — History is coming alive this week at the Sycamore Youth Center as…
Verizon stores to host free backpack giveaway STEUBENVILLE — Verizon Wireless stores in the Wheeling and…
Briefs
The former McNinch Elementary teacher and the Marshall County Schools administrator arrested in connection with a…
Marshall Co. Schools administrator, former teacher indicted
Wheeling Symphony unveils 'JOY' theme for 2026-27 season
Local Sports
Expanded playoffs make moves hard to predict
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Expanded playoffs make it harder to predict whether Tarik Skubal and…
Baseball's All-Stars don't like MLB's salary cap proposal
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The head of baseball's players' union chastised management on Tuesday for its advertising…
Baseball union head criticizes MLB salary cap ad campaign
ACC looks to corporate sponsorships as a way to boost revenue
Business
From classroom to controls: High school students prepare for future careers
WHEELING — Eight device boxes destined to teach students the basics of building automation…
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio said a utility company it banned from doing business in…
Ohio denies energy application to banned utility
Ruby leaving W.Va. Department of Tourism effective Aug. 1
Trinity Health System School of Medical Laboratory Science celebrates 2026 graduates
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…
Gary Franks: Lightning will not strike twice in Maine as Platner steps down
The battle to establish, and keep, our country
Let's live up to what the Founding Fathers wanted
Local Columns
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…
The battle to establish, and keep, our country
Remembering our history, strength, and people
Craig Howell: Remembering a life of public service
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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…