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Genealogical society preserves Jefferson County records dating to 1797

STEUBENVILLE — Learning more about the dash that separates the years between a person's birth and death is becoming easier thanks to the work of the Jefferson County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society. "Have you heard of that dash in between?" Flora VerStraten-Merrin explained. "Those ...

New 5-year improvement plans, rate studies on horizon in Steubenville

STEUBENVILLE — City officials say prioritizing water and wastewater projects that actually have to be done over the next five years will help them determine if the current rate structure is fair. Utilities Director Jim Jenkins told council Tuesday that a new rate study will be done once they know “where our projects need to go in the next five to 10 years.” “The water plan for sure will be completed by the end of the year,” he said. “We have to meet with Ohio EPA on the wastewater side of things to determine when it will be accepted and finalized.” He said ...

Boil order issued for Grimm Way

WEIRTON - The Weirton Area Water Board has issued a boil order for Grimm Way following work on a water line. The order is in effect for all of Grimm Way, as well as any other customers in the area experiencing low or no water pressure. If you live in the affected area, 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. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water. ...

Wellsburg officials get K-9 demonstration

WELLSBURG — While Wellsburg Council could not conduct official business Tuesday because of a lack of a quorum for its regular meeting, officials and residents in attendance were treated to a brief demonstration by the newest addition to the city's police department. Wellsburg Patrolman ...

Weirton Council approves CDBG changes for senior center project

WEIRTON — Despite some initial misgivings from a few members, Weirton Council unanimously approved a measure Monday to reprogram unused Community Development Block Grant funds for the creation of an outdoor activity space at the Greater Weirton Senior Center. Under the resolution, ...