WELLSBURG — The search for a new member of the Brooke County Board of Education came to an end Tuesday evening, when board members unanimously voted to choose Fatima Smuck to fill the open spot…
WVU economic researcher highlights needs for region
WEIRTON – An economic researcher from West Virginia University continues to see potential for the tri-county area, but says a…
Weirton Council supports South Street option for Market Street Bridge replacement
WEIRTON – Weirton Council is joining the list of governmental entities promoting the option of a river crossing leading from…
Sycamore playground now open
STEUBENVILLE — What began as a dream in 2019 has finally come true and will give area young people a…
Wellsburg officials discuss plans for opioid funds
WELLSBURG – The Wellsburg Finance Committee met in a special meeting Tuesday afternoon to review its options for funding derived…
Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery to remove part of right lung
ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the…
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Steubenville discusses update to comprehensive, CDBG plans
STEUBENVILLE — Mayor Ralph Petrella told council Tuesday they need to update the city’s comprehensive and CDBG community action plans if they’re going to have any shot at getting government grant dollars. Petrella said he and Councilman Royal Mayo recently met with Housing & Urban Development state and federal officials who told them they…
Aim's Mother of Mercy Home celebrates anniversary
STEUBENVILLE — Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church invites the community to enjoy authentic Greek food and…
Greek Fall Fest coming Monday
STEUBENVILLE POLICE Driver vs pole: A motorist said to be driving recklessly through town Sunday was…
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Knights sweep Southern to return to OVAC final
TORONTO — Gyms across the Ohio Valley typically have a big banner listing all…
St. C tops Oak Glen in OVAC 4A semis
WELLSBURG - The Brooke boys' soccer team controlled its match against Indian Creek from the outset.…
Bruins have strong showing in senior night win
Rays beat Guardians to even the ALCS at 1-1
Business
Stanton promotes positivity with school store
HAMMONDSVILLE — Stanton Elementary School is promoting positivity by rewarding good deeds by students…
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Local Columns
Craig Howell: The election clock is ticking down
We're officially within one month of the general election, and there is certain to be some action in the coming weeks. Candidate forums and meet-and-greets are continuing, as shown Thursday evening with an event in Wellsburg featuring Republican candidates from Hancock, Brooke, and Ohio counties, as well as U.S. Rep. Riley Moore. Moore's opponent,…
Craig Howell: Be wary of big announcements during campaign season
Craig Howell: We are all a part of promoting our area
Vivek Ramaswamy: East Palestine Deserves The Truth — I'll Fight To Bring It To Light
Obituaries
WANDA WOODWARD
Wanda J. (McKnight) Woodward, 84, of Toronto, OH, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. A Memorial Service for Wanda will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17, at First Methodist Church in Toronto, with a gathering from 10 to 11 a.m. The Rev. Kevin Rinkes and Pastor Susan Clegg will co-officiate.…
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