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JVS health tech students head to state HOSA event

BLOOMINGDALE — Health technologies students at the Jefferson County Joint Vocational School will get their chance to shine during the Health Occupations Students of America Future Health Professionals State Leadership Conference in April. Health tech instructor Tammy Sismondo, who serves ...

New location

Members of the Weirton Area Chamber of Commerce joined Kelly Jeffers and her staff on March 15 to celebrate the recent re-opening of the Fashion Exchange at its new location, 412 Penco Road, Weirton. The thrift and consignment store offers a variety of gently used designer young ladies’ and ...

Dee Jay’s marks 20 years at current location

WEIRTON — Dee Jay’s BBQ Ribs & Grille is celebrating its 20th anniversary at 380 Three Springs Drive. To commemorate this significant milestone, the restaurant is hosting a special event with throwback pricing and extended discounts for three days of dining. On Monday, customers ...

John Gregg entrepreneurs achieve success

BERGHOLZ — Fifth- and sixth-graders at John Gregg Elementary School have found success as young entrepreneurs after raising more than $1,000 at a recent event. The students peddled hand-made goods at an entrepreneur’s market held during the school art show on March 14, and it not only ...

Area McDonald’s to be among the first to offer Krispy Kreme

PITTSBURGH — Nothing hits the spot quite like a fresh, melt-in-your-mouth doughnut paired with a McCafe coffee…and now, McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme have a sweet update for doughnut fans across the Tri-State Area and around the country. The Golden Arches and Krispy Kreme are teaming up ...

Harvey Mine hosts mock rescue drill

WEST FINLEY, Pa. — A fire in an underground coal mine is among the most dangerous hazards miners face. On March 22, Consol Energy Inc. held a simulated emergency at Harvey Mine BMX Portal in West Finley, Pa., to ensure that, if there is an emergency, responders will be prepared. What ...