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Brooke County developing foster program for animal shelter

WELLSBURG — Citing concerns about overcrowding and a desire to improve visibility, Brooke County officials are drafting plans to implement a foster program at the county animal shelter. Prosecuting Attorney Allison Cowden, during Tuesday’s meeting of the Brooke County Commission, ...

Steubenville Kiwanis rose sale continues 60-year tradition

STEUBENVILLE — The Steubenville Kiwanis Club is in the middle of what has been its biggest fundraising event of the year, and members are seeking the continued support of the community. A tradition of more than 60 years, the club’s annual rose sale is underway. Roses are $20 a dozen and ...

Mediation ordered over Wellsburg sanitary fee dispute

WELLSBURG — The West Virginia Public Service Commission has offered mediation concerning a fee dispute over sanitary fees involving a local community. According to information provided by the PSC, the Brooke County Public Service District filed a formal complaint against the City of Wellsburg on July 28 concerning a sanitary rate increase adopted by the city in December 2024. The increase included the city’s resale rate and was implemented through a three-step process over a 14-month period. The PSD is a customer of the city, transmitting its wastewater collections to the Wellsburg ...

Water line work set for Zeta Street Thursday

WEIRTON – Maintenance will be performed on a water line on Zeta Street, beginning at 9 a.m. Thursday, according to the Weirton Area Water Board. Residents on Zeta Street, Brookline Street, and the 3400 and 3500 blocks of Elm Street may experience low or no water pressure during the project. A boil order will be issued once service is restored to the area.