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Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston announces flood relief collections

WHEELING — The Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston announced Wednesday that it is asking all parishes and missions to conduct special collections for disaster relief following devastating storms and flooding that affected several regions across West Virginia. The Most Rev. Evelio Menjívar, bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, thanked those who have already assisted with relief efforts, including volunteers from parishes, schools and Catholic Charities West Virginia, as well as first responders continuing to help victims. "I ask you to join me in prayer for all those affected by ...

JVS earns Auditor of State Award for financial excellence

=BLOOMINGDALE — The Jefferson County Joint Vocational School District has been recognized for its strong financial management, receiving the Ohio Auditor of State Award following a clean financial audit. District Treasurer Marcy Haynes accepted the award on behalf of the district from the ...

Remains discovery triggers probate process in Steubenville

STEUBENVILLE — Just one day after skeletal remains were uncovered in the abandoned cemetery atop Washington Street Hill, city officials said Tuesday that Woda Cooper Companies plans to file a disinterment petition in Jefferson County Probate Court before any human remains are removed from ...

On the line

Craig Howell Athletes from the Hancock County Pride, representing Special Olympics, faced off Tuesday afternoon against members of Weirton Firefighters Local 948 and Weirton Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 84 in a flag football scrimmage. The matchup, organized as part of local Disability ...

Froehlich’s run coming to an end

STEUBENVILLE — For more than two decades, Froehlich's Classic Corner has been the backdrop for thousands of memories — wedding receptions, graduation and retirement parties, baby and bridal showers, funeral dinners, business lunches and family celebrations. This weekend, the longtime ...

Boil order issued for Riverview Drive area

WEIRTON - The Weirton Area Water Board has issued a boil order for the area of Riverview Drive, following previously scheduled work on a water line. The order is in effect for Riverview Drive, Elwood Avenue, as well as any other customers in the area who experienced low or no water pressure. If you live in the affected areas, bring all water to a boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using, or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, bathing, and food preparation until further notice. ...