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19-year-old dead in Ohio murder: police
BELLAIRE, OHIO (WTRF) — Officials from the Bellaire Police Department say they received a call around 9:30 pm Saturday night with reports of shots fired at Francis Wallace Apartments in Bellaire, Ohio. The Belmont County Prosecutor has confirmed that 19-year-old male David Allen was shot and killed. They also confirmed the suspect was a 21-year-old […]
Local Bishop provides insight on recent Israel-Hamas protests
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — As the antisemitism protests continue across the country on several college campuses, one local Bishop is urging people to refrain from using hate while protesting and instead respect the beliefs of everyone. Bishop Mark Brennan from the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston recently wrote a letter regarding the hundreds of people who have […]
Time capsules unearthed at former OVMC give a glimpse into life 112 years ago
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Hundreds of people came out to Wheeling today for a very special ceremony that celebrated the iconic history of an Ohio Valley institution that touched the lives of many. As the demolition of the Ohio Valley Medical Center continued, two time capsules that were buried under the building were […]
‘The animals are our top priority,’ local shelter reflects on humane agent cases from 2023
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) April is Prevention of Animal Cruelty Awareness Month, and during this month, Jefferson County. Humane Society reflects on all of the cases that they have seen throughout the year.In 2023, JCHS Humane Agent investigated over 500 reports from the community. Out of those 500, 322 animals were brought into their care. […]
Local Ohio Board of Developmental Disabilities introduces mobile changing unit to promote inclusion at community events
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — The Jefferson County Board of Developmental Disabilities has invested in a mobile changing unit to provide more inclusion opportunities for the special needs population. JCBDD acquired the 24-foot trailer from Montondo Trailer LLC of Buffalo, N.Y., this winter and will make it available free of charge for community events, beginning with First […]
“I want goodness for this country”: Gov. Justice speaks on Senate run with 7News
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — “We’re on the road to losing America.” That’s what West Virginia Governor Jim Justice told a group of coal workers in Wheeling this week regarding the Biden Administration. In a sitdown with 7News, he elaborated that he sees its policies as quote “haywire,” and that’s why he’s running for U.S. Senate. […]
Understanding pet protection in Jefferson County: Roles of wardens, agents, control
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — There are three different types of animal protection professionals who work together to ensure community safety, yet many are unaware of each type in Jefferson County. The first is a dog warden. They are a county employee whose job it is to protect people from...
Steubenville police respond to surge in vehicle thefts, urge residents to secure cars
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — At the beginning of April, the Steubenville Police Department and its investigators saw an increase in stolen vehicles, and they wanted the public to be aware and vigilant regarding their vehicles. After the increase-- the patrol division got involved. "The patrol division was then able to...
DUI checkpoint scheduled on West Virginia Route 2 on Saturday
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. — The West Virginia State Police will be conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint in Brooke County on WV State Route 2 near Mahan Lane in Follansbee. Officials say the checkpoint will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 8 p.m. and conclude on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 2 a.m. This checkpoint […]
Frost Advisory outlines Eastern Ohio and parts of West Virginia
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – A Frosty Advisory has been issued by The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh for Friday morning. The Advisory is in effect from 12 a.m. Friday through 9 a.m. Friday. Counties included Guernsey, Noble, Harrison, Jefferson, Belmont, Monroe, and Hancock. Temperatures are forecast to dip towards the mid to upper 30s through […]
Jefferson County Animal Shelter faces allegations of preferential adoption practices
Editor’s note: A correction has been made to show a board member did not adopt the Shih-Tzu JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — The Jefferson County Humane Society has been the subject of many Facebook debates over the last several days. Potential adopters and foster families are accusing the shelter of not honoring adoption reservations and […]
Ohio community unites to support local teen with Stage 4 Melanoma
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — The Jefferson County community is showing that not all heroes wear capes as they pull together this Saturday to help Colton Burkey, a local teen who was diagnosed with Stage 4 Melanoma. According to organizers, family and friends are organizing a ride and subsequent spaghetti benefit with other moneymaking activities to […]
Jefferson County Sheriff announces contract for deputy dedicated to Yorkville
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Yorkville has been without a consistent police chief for a few months, raising safety concerns in the village. Now, a resolution is in the works. On Thursday morning, Jefferson County Sheriff Fred Abdalla announced a contract seeking commissioners’ signatures that would allow for a deputy in the village.
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