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WDOG, Tuscarawas County's newest radio station, to go on air sometime this summer
WDOG, "Bad Dog Radio 105.9 FM," in New Philadelphia will be the county's newest radio station. The non-profit station is expected to go on the air sometime this summer. NEW PHILADELPHIA ‒ Tuscarawas County's newest radio station, WDOG, Bad Dog Radio 105.9 FM, is expected to go on the air sometime this summer.
11 unlucky ducklings rescued out of New Philadelphia storm drain
NEW PHILADELPHIA, Ohio (WOIO) - New Philadelphia police officers saved the day for 11 not-so-lucky duckies who fell down a storm drain. The rescue mission happened on April 29 next to the Graff Road Applebee’s parking lot, according to NPPD. Officers pulled up to find the worried mother duck...
Tuscarawas County's historic barns highlighted during conservation group’s annual meeting
The Friends of Ohio Barns held its annual conference in Tuscarawas County this past weekend. The group toured five barns in the county, including a barn built in 1913 on the Steam Valley Farm in Dover Township. DOVER ‒ Barn enthusiasts from around the state of Ohio gathered in Tuscarawas...
Hot dogs, cool cats: Adoptable pets from Tuscarawas County Humane Society Animal Shelter
Pauline, an almost 5-year-old spayed female, is among the cats available for adoption at the Tuscarawas County Humane Society Animal Shelter, 1432 Tall Timber Road NE in New Philadelphia. May 6 marks one year of searching for her forever family with the Tuscarawas County Humane Society. Pauline is a sweet girl that loves having her cheeks rubbed.
Meet the Ohioan making motorsports more inclusive
Brandon Adkins comes from a go-karting dynasty, spanning half a century. He quite literally grew up on a racetrack in rural Tuscarawas County. And he learned from the best: his grandfather, his father and his uncle all raced. So, it was no surprise when, in 2019, he took home first...
News of public record: Tuscarawas County restaurant inspections
The following are restaurant inspections with critical violations, as conducted by the Tuscarawas County Health Department from April 1 to 12. April 1 Arby's #5343, 101 W. McCauley Drive, Uhrichsville. Quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution at approximately 70 F. Discussed with the person in charge (PIC) that the plumbing fixture has not been working...
Member of Tuscarawas County Board of Elections fined $200 for role in sales tax case
Jeremiah Johnson of Sugarcreek was sentenced Monday for failure to pay sales taxes related to his business. Johnson is a member of the Tuscarawas County Board of Elections. NEW PHILADELPHIA ‒ A member of the Tuscarawas County Board of Elections has been fined $200 and ordered to serve five days in jail after pleading no contest Monday to charges of failure to pay sales taxes related to his Sugarcreek business.
Gnadenhutten Indian Valley earns solid win over Uhrichsville Claymont
Gnadenhutten Indian Valley eventually beat Uhrichsville Claymont 11-7 in Ohio high school softball action on April 30. Recently on April 15, Uhrichsville Claymont squared off with Sugarcreek Garaway in a softball game. Check out our complete girls softball roundup to stay up-to-date on all the action. We want your feedback...
Tuscarawas County man identified found dead in Muskingum River
Marietta police have disclosed the identity of the deceased individual discovered in the Harmar region of Marietta earlier this week. The body was spotted by a coach from the Marietta College crew team along the western bank of the Muskingum River, located off Gilman Avenue in close proximity to the Washington Street Bridge and the Marietta College Boathouse, as detailed by Marietta Police Captain Ryan Huffman in a statement.
Summer sizzles in Cadiz: Concert series and uptown events tune a revitalizing beat
CADIZ, Ohio — May marks the start of several events happening in Cadiz, including a summer concert series at Sally Buffalo Park’s Mark at the Park as well as monthly events happening in the heart of Cadiz that are designed to bring in business and new people. The...
Firefighters rescue seniors from burning apartment building near Waynesburg
SANDY TWP. ‒ A fire at a public housing complex for seniors could have resulted in multiple deaths if local firefighters had not worked so well together to rescue residents and extinguish the blaze. That's the assessment of the fire chief who led the response to the early-morning blaze. "It could have been a...
Union members reject latest contract offer from Gradall Industries
NEW PHILADELPHIA ‒ Members of International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local 1285 overwhelmingly voted to reject the latest contract offer by Gradall Industries on Sunday. "The company’s wage and benefit package does not meet the expectations of its dedicated workforce, which worked through a pandemic and continues...
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