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Oak Glen Middle School students recognize Hancock County K-9s

NEW MANCHESTER — As we approach the season of giving, some Hancock County students are remembering those who protect and serve. With support from The Allstate Foundation, fifth grade pupils from Oak Glen Middle were able to present the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department’s K-9 ...

Community Thanksgiving Dinner set in Weirton

WEIRTON — A holiday meal, which organizers say shows the true spirit of community, is set to return for another year. The Weirton Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nov. 27 at the Greater Weirton Senior Center, welcoming anyone and everyone, whether they ...

WVNCC receives $600K gift from late faculty member

WHEELING — A late founding faculty member of West Virginia Northern Community College has given what college officials are calling a “transformational” gift to the institution. The late Jack E. Cisney has gifted WVNCC $600,000 to help with scholarships and emergency assistance to the ...

Business Bootcamp marketing session set Thursday morning

WEIRTON — Those looking for ideas on how to better promote their business have a chance to expand their horizons. The next session of the Business Bootcamp educational series, organized by the Weirton Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with First Microloan of West Virginia, the ...

The hidden treasure that lies in Hopedale

HOPEDALE — Along the quiet backroads in Harrison County lies a powerful tribute. And yet, it is a tribute which is too-often forgotten. Many do not even know of its existence. But for the ones who do ... well, they realize the significance of this sacred site. They understand this is a ...

Weirton kicks off holiday season with tree lighting

WEIRTON — It may be more than a month away, according to the calendar, but Weirton kicked off the Christmas season Thursday night, as officials and invited guests gathered to light the North End Christmas Tree. “It’s become a tradition here in Weirton,” noted Mayor Dean Harris, in ...