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Judges file objections after raising child welfare concerns

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CHARLESTON — Arguing that they were not violating judicial ethics by raising issues about West Virginia’s foster care and child welfare system, Circuit Court judges Tim Sweeney and Maryclaire Akers filed objections to recent admonishments. Third Judiciary Circuit Court Judge Sweeney filed ...

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Public hearing set for today WINTERSVILLE — Notice is being given that a public hearing will be held on the 2026 budget prepared by the Board of Trustees of Cross Creek Township for the next succeeding fiscal year, ending Dec. 31, 2026. The meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m. today at the ...

Tattoo artist uses skills to help with Ohio County flood relief

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Maelin Biondillo may call central Illinois home now, but the Ohio Valley has always been and always will be close to her heart. The Weirton native was floored as she saw photos and videos from friends chronicling the devastation wrought by the flash floods June 14 throughout Ohio County. ...

Tariffs threaten to shake up big trade relationship

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FRANKFURT, Germany — The European Union expects to find out on Monday whether President Donald Trump will impose punishing tariffs on America’s largest trade partner in a move economists have warned would have repercussions for companies and consumers on both sides of the Atlantic. Trump ...

Debut of Gem City Wing Fest drew many to Toronto

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TORONTO — For many years, a fireworks display on the Saturday close to Independence Day has been a holiday tradition for Toronto. And often there have been special events or activities, from live musical performances to games for children, for residents and visitors to enjoy while waiting ...

Sunset repaving to start today

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STEUBENVILLE — It’s good news/bad news for area residents who use Sunset Boulevard. The good news is Sunset between Welday Avenue and Efts Lane is going to be resurfaced — and the state of Ohio, with some federal funding, is picking up the $1.7 million tab. The bad news? Traffic flow ...