Boil order issued for Grimm Way

July 15, 2026

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

July 15, 2026

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 ...

Steubenville Inspections Department issues 54 code violation notices, more expected

July 14, 2026

STEUBENVILLE — City Manager Mike Johnson says notices of violation mailed to the owners of 54 properties last month are just the start of what will be a citywide enforcement effort. Johnson said the notices, mailed nearly a month ago, primarily targeted properties in the North End of the ...

Weirton Council approves CDBG changes for senior center project

July 14, 2026

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, ...

Main, West boil order lifted in Weirton

July 14, 2026

WEIRTON - The boil order issued Monday for portions of Main Street and West Street has been lifted, effective at 6:55 a.m. today. The order included the 3000 to 3300 blocks of both Main Street and West Street, and followed work on a water line on Lee Avenue, according to the Weirton Area Water Board. Customers in the affected areas may resume using water without any boil requirements.

Portion of South 11th Street to be closed Wednesday

July 14, 2026

WEIRTON - A portion of South 11th Street will be temporarily closed Wednesday for maintenance. Crews from the Weirton Public Works Department will close the street between Red Rider Road and Hill Street from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., weather permitting. Motorists are advised to plan their routes accordingly.