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McNeil elected as 2026 potentate of Osiris Shrine Center

WHEELING — Bruce McNeil has been elected the 139th potentate of the Osiris Shrine Center in the Elm Grove section of Wheeling. McNeil resides in Bethlehem and has dedicated his life to service to his country and his community. A graduate of Wheeling Park High School, he joined the Navy, serving aboard the USS Wisconsin battleship, after which he began a 34-year career with the postal service. He served as a trustee, shop steward and vice president of the National Association of Letter Carriers, Branch 66, advocating for his fellow workers, retiring in 2024. Involved in community and ...

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Tips for continuing cold weather While the area continues to see temperatures fluctuating to degrees in the single digits this winter, a few winter safety awareness tips have been announced by area officials. • Residents should make sure, if they haven’t already, to allow their faucets to drip slowly during the bitter cold in order to keep the pipes from freezing. • Open the kitchen and bathroom sink cabinets to allow warmer air to circulate around the plumbing. • Know where and how to shut off the main water supply in case of a ruptured pipe. • Never use the stove, ...

Lodge members help patients

Weirton Moose Lodge 688 members made a Sesame Street chemotherapy blanket for cancer patients at the West Virginia University of Medicine Weirton Medical Center. The blanket’s purpose is to help patients smile during the difficult times they face ahead in their fight to beat cancer. Lodge ...

Candidates Acton and Pepper to visit Buckeye

RAYLAND — Amy Acton, the Democratic candidate who is running for governor of Ohio in the upcoming November election, will be visiting the Ohio Valley this weekend. Eddie Abdalla, chairman of the Jefferson County Democratic Party, announced Acton’s appearance, saying he is excited for this meet-and-greet opportunity for our community. Acton is scheduled to appear at 5 p.m. on Saturday in the auditorium of Buckeye Local High School, located in Rayland. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. The event will include an appearance by David Pepper, a former Ohio Democratic Party Chairman and ...

Indian Creek to begin registering pupils

WINTERSVILLE — The Indian Creek Local School District will hold registration for preschool and kindergarten pupils for the upcoming school year. Signups will begin in March, according to Michele Minto, district director of curriculum and instruction. Minto said the dates scheduled for ...

Library to offer activities for week of Feb. 15-21

STEUBENVILLE — The Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County has announced its upcoming events and activities that are scheduled to take place during the week of Feb. 15-21. Anyone interested in attending any of the activities below should register at the respective branch to ensure a seat will be saved. Main Library (740) 282-9782 Children: Pick up a grab-and-go mystery craft beginning Feb. 18, while supplies last. Adena Branch (740) 320-0009 Children: Children ages 2-6 can play with toys that help to develop early literacy skills during Play and Learn the Alphabet, ...