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Beacon Drive area under boil order in Weirton

WEIRTON - Several streets in the area of Beacon Drive are under a boil order following work on a water line earlier today. The Weirton Area Water Board issued the order for Beacon Drive, East Parkway, Leach Street, Patterson Drive, Kent Way, Chrystal Lane, and any others in the area experiencing low or no water pressure. Those in the affected areas are advised to 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 ...

AHEPA marks century of service

WEIRTON — For Jim Antoniou, Tuesday’s banquet celebrating the 100th anniversary of Hancock Chapter 103 of the Order of AHEPA carried extra special meaning. Antoniou, president of the local chapter, explained before the dinner began in the social hall of All Saints Greek Orthodox Church ...

Brooke County to seek new sheriff's department vehicles

WELLSBURG — The Brooke County Sheriff’s Department will continue its annual fleet update after county commissioners approved a request Tuesday to seek bids for two new vehicles. Commissioners authorized the sheriff’s department to advertise for the purchase and upfitting of the ...

Hancock BOE reviews 2026-27 budget

NEW CUMBERLAND – The Hancock County School District’s 2026-2027 budget is almost finalized following a presentation and hearing held Tuesday, with officials also noting a memorandum of understanding between the district and state to pay back an $8 million loan provided to assist ongoing ...