WEIRTON – An investigation is being conducted into an alleged murder in Weirton. Weirton Police Chief Charlie Kush announced a warrant for first degree murder has been issued for David Barger, 69, of Weirton, following the death of his wife, Donna Barger. Officers were dispatched to 3931 ...
BELLAIRE – The chief of the Bellaire Fire Department has been suspended following allegations he physically assaulted a woman in Shadyside. Tim Bell is accused of an assault that allegedly occurred early Sunday morning. According to a police report, officers were called to the Shadyside American Legion at 12:19 a.m. in regards to an assault. Shadyside Police Chief Don Collette confirmed that assault charges have been filed with the Belmont County Prosecutor's Office against Bell. Collette said that an assault took place behind the Legion after an altercation inside of the building. ...
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 ...
WELLSBURG – Some residents are questioning the effectiveness of the W.Va.2/Interstate 68 Authority in the area, asking Brooke County commissioners to have representatives of the group provide a public update on its work. The Brooke Commission was set to approve an annual request of $4,000 ...
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 ...
WHEELING — The stage is set for a joyful 2026-27 concert season for the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra, as the upcoming series of Pops and Masterworks performances promises something for music lovers of all ages. The WSO invited its subscribers to a special reveal of the 2026-27 season Tuesday ...
