Breaking News

Expanded crisis care remains priority for prevention board

STEUBENVILLE — While many area residents might not realize it, behavioral health can have a substantial effect on the region. "People often think of health care as a small part of the community. But behavioral health care is health care, and the economic impact these types of facilities ...

Ohio Haitians await next Steps after TPS decision

Haitian immigrants in Ohio who were under federal temporary protective status could see their state driver’s licenses and work permits expire this week following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling. The court declined to extend TPS status on June 25, holding the argument that the Trump administration terminated the status based on race is unlikely to succeed.” “A race-neutral explanation for the government’s action exists: the current administration opposes the TPS program as it has been implemented in the past and has terminated every TPS designation that has come up for renewal,” ...

Weir Avenue boil order lifted

WEIRTON - The boil order issued Tuesday for the area of Weir Avenue has been lifted, effective at noon today. The order followed repairs to a water line, and included all of Weir Avenue as well as all side streets. Customers in the affected area may resume using water without any restrictions or boil requirements.

Oak Glen grad shares message

STEUBENVILLE — Larry Dillon might have been gone from West Virginia's Northern Panhandle for more than 40 years, but his connection to the area remains deep. "A lot of family members still live there," Dillon explained from his home in Grapevine, Texas, during a telephone interview. "My ...

Brooke Commission awards cardiac monitoring bid

WELLSBURG — Brooke County commissioners agreed to award a bid for the purchase of new cardiac monitors for use by the county's emergency medical personnel, although it would be contingent upon the county EMS receiving a share of opioid settlement funds. Commissioners Stacey Wise and ...