WEIRTON - Tonight's planned performance by the Fantasy's at the Weirton Event Center has been canceled. City officials announced the cancellation this morning, citing poor air quality and recommendations by health officials to avoid outdoor…
Elder exploitation allegations against longtime attorney head to later court date
NEW CUMBERLAND — More time is needed before court proceedings against a Hancock County attorney and his wife can continue,…
Edison gym repairs near completion as liability questions remain
STEUBENVILLE — While repairs to the Edison Local gym are almost done, school officials are no closer to finding out…
Water plant expansion completion delayed until October
WEIRTON — The Weirton Area Water Board will have to wait several more months before the expansion of the city’s…
Innovation center almost ready
MINGO JUNCTION — When it opens about a month from now, the Jefferson County Innovation Center will be a building…
JeffCo Community Playground aims to create inclusive space for children of all abilities
STEUBENVILLE — Eliminating barriers that prevent children with disabilities from interacting with other children is the goal of a project…
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Weirton Park Board looking for fix to Starvaggi tennis courts
WEIRTON – While no timeline for a project has been set, members of the…
Belmont County CARES urges seniors to stay safe during heat wave
Laughlin Chapel campers connect with nature during Wheeling garden visit
JVS cancels July board meeting BLOOMINGDALE — The Jefferson County Joint Vocational School Board of Education…
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Local Sports
OVAC ASG: W.Va. has key pieces up front
WHEELING – West Virginia has 14 players listed as Offensive and Defensive Linemen for…
OVAC ASG: Ohio has size on the lines
Post 33's return season ends
WHEELING – What had been feared by Wheeling Nailers fans became reality Thursday afternoon, as the…
Penguins, Nailers affiliation ends after nearly three decades
Business
From classroom to controls: High school students prepare for future careers
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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
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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…