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Ohio police asking community for security footage to help track vandals
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — On Monday morning, the Steubenville Police Department received several reports of vandalism on vehicles on the LaBelle Hilltop. According to officials, the vandalism is believed to have occurred sometime Sunday night into Monday morning on Maryland Avenue, Pennsylvania Avenue, and Oregon Avenue. At this time, officials say, it is unknown if the individuals […]
New Cumberland residents come together for Memorial Day
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – The New Cumberland community came together this Memorial Day to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The day started with the annual memorial mile followed by a ceremony hosted by the VFW. After the ceremony, the community prepared for the parade, which traveled down Ridge Avenue and ended […]
Local center creates support group for grieving children
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – A famous quote says, “what is grief if not love persevering?” Grief is one of the toughest battles we face in life and can be even more challenging for children. That’s why the Weirton Christian Center started their “Never Alone Kids” program to give grieving children a place to receive […]
Fort Steuben hosts 73rd Memorial Day Service, honors fallen heroes
JEFFERSON COUNTY, OH — The 73rd Annual Memorial Day Service was held at the Fort Steuben Burial Estates to honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Many gathered on the lawn of the burial estates for the service to honor veterans who fought and gave their lives for our nation and freedom.
Weirton marks Memorial Day with tribute to steelmaker veterans at historic site
WEIRTON, WV — A solemn Memorial Day was marked at the Weirton Steel Honor Roll, located in front of the Walmart off Park Drive. This site, once the home of Weirton Steel's general offices, holds the memorial wall that honors all the steelmakers veterans who lost their lives in service to the nation.
Bolted carport lands in neighbor's yard after storm sweeps through Western PA
VANPORT, Pa. — The Vanport community came together to clear roadways and pick up the pieces after a strong storm ripped through Saturday afternoon. "We need a ton of hands on deck, and everyone, like, came together as a community. As I said, it just made my heart so full," said Dylana DiFrango.
Veteran breakfast restarts Jefferson County Sheriff tradition
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — It wasn’t just a room of heroes and stories today at the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, it was a continuation of a sheriff’s tradition. Sheriff Fred Abdalla Jr. restarted a custom begun by his father by hosting a bimonthly breakfast for local vets. Originally held in Friendship Park, the community […]
Buckeye Local High School adding Ag Education to course list
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Buckeye Local High School is expanding its course offerings this fall with a focus on agricultural education. School board officials approved a move at the May 20 session to add the ag curriculum and hire Cameron Best as a part-time teacher on a one-year limited contract starting in August. Superintendent Coy […]
Update: Tornado with half-dollar-sized hail in Southwest Pa. Saturday
On Saturday at 5:19 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated tornado warning in effect until 5:30 p.m. for Allegheny, Beaver and Washington counties. Half-dollar-sized hail (1.25 inches) is expected with the incoming storm. "At 5:19 p.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Imperial,...
Local cat survives gunshot wound to face, owner speaks out about his recovery
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Our pets are a huge part of our family – bringing endless joy to our lives. You can only imagine the shock, anger and sadness lifelong New Cumberland resident Dessie Allison felt when she found out her 2-year-old cat, Buddy, had been shot near her home. It all started on Wednesday, […]
Pa. man accused of stalking two women in Clearfield County
CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Cambria County man is facing charges for allegedly stalking two women for several years. Philip Cmor, 57, of Glasgow is facing charges after an investigation began when he left coffees and cards addressed to the woman at their workplace at the Clearfield County Probation Department, according to the criminal […]
Hopedale’s 3rd Street renamed in honor of former councilman Donald Jochims
HARRISON COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — The community of Hopedale came together to honor the late Donald Jochims, city councilman and former police officer, by renaming 3rd Street to Jock’s Lane Third Street. Jochims was described as a pillar in the community, a family man who was always there for others. The Oakdale Village […]
An old steel town highlights how West Virginia went from deeply blue to Trump country
Inside the United Steelworkers Local 2911 in Weirton, West Virginia, Mark Glyptis has been running the show for more than three decades. The longtime union president said the gigantic steel plant right outside the hall is why the city exists. “It’s been the lifeline of this valley,” Glyptis told Spectrum...
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