Elder exploitation allegations against longtime attorney head to later court date

July 17, 2026

NEW CUMBERLAND — More time is needed before court proceedings against a Hancock County attorney and his wife can continue, officials have explained. Lawrence Lee Manypenny, 74, and his wife, Constance Carmella Manypenny, 74, had been scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing in Hancock County Magistrate's Court Thursday after being charged with several felony counts that allege they defrauded an 86-year-old Weirton resident. Ohio County Magistrate Mike Lemon, who was appointed as a special magistrate to hear the case, said after discussion Thursday morning that the defendants ...

Edison gym repairs near completion as liability questions remain

July 17, 2026

STEUBENVILLE — While repairs to the Edison Local gym are almost done, school officials are no closer to finding out which contractor is going to be deemed at fault for the massive water leak that caused the problem. Superintendent Bill Beattie told Jefferson County commissioners Thursday ...

Water plant expansion completion delayed until October

July 17, 2026

WEIRTON — The Weirton Area Water Board will have to wait several more months before the expansion of the city’s water treatment plant is complete. During Thursday’s meeting, board members approved two change orders for the project, extending the date of substantial completion from June ...

Innovation center almost ready

July 17, 2026

MINGO JUNCTION — When it opens about a month from now, the Jefferson County Innovation Center will be a building that serves not just the Indian Creek Local School District, but residents of the surrounding area as well. "We're fortunate that we're getting an asset for the community," said ...

JeffCo Community Playground aims to create inclusive space for children of all abilities

July 16, 2026

STEUBENVILLE — Eliminating barriers that prevent children with disabilities from interacting with other children is the goal of a project planned for the city's West End. That mission is driving efforts to raise the money needed to bring the JeffCo Community Playground to Jim Wood ...

Weirton police issues warrant in murder case

July 16, 2026

WEIRTON – Weirton police have issued a warrant as part of the investigation into an alleged murder in the city's downtown Tuesday. Weirton Police Chief Charlie Kush, in a statement issued Wednesday morning, announced a warrant had been issued for David Barger, 69, following the death of his wife, Donna Barger. Weirton officers responded to 3931 Grant St. at approximately 2:24 p.m. Tuesday, after receiving a request for a welfare check at the property. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of Donna Barger, 70, inside the home. David Barger also was inside the home, Kush ...