Future regional power supply down, but not out

July 25, 2026

Shrinking power supply remains a challenge according to the grid operator’s most recent capacity auction, signaling that regional utility bills could still climb, albeit more slowly, as demand for electricity grows faster than can be provided. PJM, the organization tasked with managing the flow of power for 67 million people across 13 states and Washington, D.C., collects annual bids from generators that commit them to providing energy supply over the following 12 months. In this case, it’s for the 2028-29 operating year. By doing so, the organization can better hedge against ...

New OVHC director looking forward

July 25, 2026

STEUBENVILLE — There's a sign that hangs on the wall of the executive director's office at the Ohio Valley Health Center that sums up the work the nonprofit does. It reads, "Where It's Free to be Healthy," and that phrase is just one of the reasons Alisa DelGuzzo decided the position was ...

Commissioners push Brown’s Island as potential Market Street Bridge solution

July 24, 2026

NEW CUMBERLAND — While not currently on the list of possible options for a replacement of the Market Street Bridge, Hancock County commissioners are hoping highway officials may consider a route that would cross Brown’s Island. The Hancock County Commission, during its meeting ...

Weirton Chamber brings a bit of holiday magic for annual golf scramble

July 24, 2026

NEW CUMBERLAND — The Weirton Area Chamber of Commerce brought a taste of the holidays to the Upper Ohio Valley Thursday, presenting its annual Christmas in July Golf Scramble. Twenty-two teams came out in support of the event, hitting the course on a cool, clear day. “It’s been a ...

Body found in Steubenville’s Beatty Park

July 24, 2026

STEUBENVILLE — A man's body was discovered Friday morning in Beatty Park. Police Chief Wes Crawford said the man's identity is not being released pending notification of his next of kin. Crawford said the cause of death could not be determined at the scene and the investigation is ongoing. Volunteers working at the park say hikers found the man's body by the old Stone Lodge.

Jefferson County faces repairs to exposed sewer line

July 24, 2026

STEUBENVILLE — Jefferson County commissioners were told Thursday there's an exposed sanitary sewer line in Cross Creek that will have to be repaired. District Director Jonathan Sgalla said the wastewater line is what is considered "a force main," meaning it is pressurized and "pushes the wastewater toward another lift station to eventually arrive at a treatment plant." "The line became exposed due to stream bank erosion and will require corrective action to protect the infrastructure and prevent future damage," he said. "Because the repair is located within the stream channel, the ...