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Hancock County Animal Shelter levy on the ballot

NEW CUMBERLAND — Hancock County voters will be asked to show support for dogs, cats and other animals looking for a home through a new levy in support of the Hancock County Animal Shelter. The levy, designed to raise $300,000 per year over a four-year period, is among items appearing on ...

Menjivar excited for new role as bishop

The Most Rev. Evelio Menjivar-Ayala’s appointment as the 10th Bishop of the Wheeling-Charleston Diocese already is a special moment for him. It has been made even more special, he said, with who he will replace in that role. Menjivar is taking the baton of the diocese from the Most Rev. Mark ...

Library friends plan annual sale

STEUBENVILLE — Area residents will be able to get a great deal on reading and listening materials and other items while helping a local organization this weekend. That’s when the Friends of the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County will hold its annual 25-cent used book sale. ...

Wednesdays in Wintersville kicks off new season

WINTERSVILLE — Joel John likes to talk about the growth he has seen in the event —and the village — since Wednesdays in Wintersville was launched in 2021. "The event has brought many different aspects to the community," he explained. "It started as an extension of the farmers market and ...

Summer adult education courses available at Jefferson County JVS

BLOOMINGDALE – People looking to expand their horizons can now take part in summer adult career training at Jefferson County Joint Vocational School. Three certified adult education programs are available, including the return of phlebotomy and certified nursing assistant (CNA) courses, as ...

Hancock County 4-H camp is going Medieval

NEW CUMBERLAND — Youth across the region are invited to step into a world of adventure, leadership and fun at the 2026 Hancock County 4-H Camp, themed “Knights of the Five Kingdoms.” This year’s medieval-inspired overnight camp will take place June 22–26 at Tomlinson Run State ...