Local and state officials recently conducted field reviews of the proposed locations for a new crossing to replace the Market Street Bridge. In a newsletter update on the project released Thursday, Brooke-Hancock-Jefferson Metropolitan Planning Commission Executive Director Mike Paprocki ...
WEIRTON - The boil order issued Thursday for the 2900 block of Elm Street has been lifted, according to the Weirton Area Water Board. The order was lifted, effective at 9 a.m. today. Customers in the affected area may resume using water without any restrictions, officials report.
STEUBENVILLE — Jefferson County commissioners said Thursday they will ask legal counsel to review the wording of the senior services levy regarding the distribution of funds, particularly after UPMC’s acquisition of Trinity Health System is finalized. UPMC signed a letter of agreement in October to explore the merits of acquiring Trinity Health System and is widely expected to finalize its decision in October. During Thursday’s meeting, representatives from Our Place, an activity and resource center, told commissioners they have heard “significant concerns” from some seniors ...
STEUBENVILLE — Jefferson County commissioners agreed Thursday to submit the “very preliminary” estimate requested by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency regarding the potential cost of supplying Cadiz with water, but stressed they do not want to be rushed into a decision they could regret later. During a work session Thursday, Jefferson County Water and Sewer District Director Jonathan Sgalla told commissioners the OEPA is seeking the most cost-effective solution to address the Harrison County community’s water needs. “There’s a major collaboration involved in this,” ...
WELLSBURG — Brooke County officials are considering an adjustment to the scheduling and pay structure for the county’s 911 employees. Commissioners were scheduled to consider a proposal during their regular meeting Wednesday to change the pay structure for all 911 employees from salary to ...
WELLSBURG – The United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley is helping area youth get ready for the school year. Representatives of the organization were in Wellsburg, Wednesday, to kick off the distribution for its annual Lace Up for Kids program. Lace Up for Kids offers an opportunity for ...
