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Grilling up a good time

Craig Howell Representatives of the local business community were invited to the Weirton Area Chamber of Commerce, Thursday, for its second-annual Burgers with the Board. Attendees were able to enjoy hamburgers and hot dogs, meet members of the chamber's board of directors, network with ...

Waterline dispute puts Jefferson County Commissioners at odds

STEUBENVILLE — Long-simmering tensions surrounding a sewer line relocation that somehow was done without an official vote, a contract being signed or a work order issued spilled over Thursday after Jefferson County commissioners were asked to approve payment of a $240,000 invoice submitted ...

Donation provides ‘answer to a prayer’ for Urban Mission

STEUBENVILLE — Kevin Mahoney said he has driven tractor-trailers full of food to several locations around the country. A delivery he made Thursday morning will help ensure area residents are able to provide meals for themselves and their families. The JustServe truck he had brought from ...

Offering protection

Contributed Lola Atkinson, victim advocate for the Lighthouse, spoke with members of the Weirton Rotary Club during the club's meeting Wednesday. The Lighthouse is a domestic violence shelter and advocacy program operated by CHANGE Inc. In 2025, the Lighthouse offered its services to 250 ...

United Way Day of Action brings community together

STEUBENVILLE — The United Way of Jefferson County's Day of Action has served for many years as a way to open the organization's annual campaign and recognize a special volunteer. It remains an important date on the nonprofit's calendar. "It's a time when we can bring workplaces together, ...

Weirton Utilities director announces retirement

WEIRTON – Following more than 35 years at the helm of the community's water and sanitary services, Weirton Utilities Director A.D. “Butch” Mastrantoni has announced his plans to retire. The Weirton Area Water Board held a special meeting Wednesday, with legal counsel Dan Guida ...