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93-year-old woman killed in 3-vehicle crash in Washington County
A 93-year-old woman has died at a Pittsburgh hospital after being injured in a crash Sunday afternoon in Washington County. The Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office said Rose Marie Gillespie of Washington died shortly before 7 p.m. after being transported to the emergency room at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. The...
Pictures of damage following Sunday’s severe weather
(WTRF) — Sunday evening’s storm brought damage to the southern portion of the 7News viewing area, including in Marshall, Wetzel and Belmont Counties. First Energy reports more than 2 thousand power outages in Wetzel County as of 8 p.m. Sunday. The video was taken in Belmont County at 6:22 p.m., courtesy of Alan Baldwin. You […]
Marshall, Wetzel Counties hit with Tornado Warned Cell and Power outages Sunday night
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh issued a Tornado Warning Cell at 6:33 p.m. There have been reports of downed trees and power lines just south of McKeefrey in Marshall County, West Virginia. Marshall County Emergency Management Director Tom Hart tells residents to be alert for trees and utility lines while […]
Update: Flash flood warning for Greene County until 1:45 a.m. Sunday
The National Weather Service issued an updated flash flood warning at 10:46 p.m. on Saturday in effect until Sunday at 1:45 a.m. for Greene County. "At 10:46 p.m., Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly," explains the weather service. "Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas."
Cameron bridge renamed in honor of local World War II veteran William Harris
CAMERON, WV — On Monday in Cameron, a special bridge dedication took place for a former Cameron veteran. The U.S. Navy Veteran William "Bill" C. Harris Memorial Bridge will be the new name for the bridge that connects to Cameron Elementary. Harris recently passed away at the age of 96.
Inmate charged for assault of Pennsylvania corrections officer
HUNTINGDON, Pa. (WTAJ) — A former inmate of SCI Huntingdon is faced with additional charges after he allegedly “violently attacked” a corrections officer “resulting in serious bodily injury.” In June 2023, an investigator with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections received a report from the prison alleging that then inmate Shawndell Miller, 29, of Waynesburg, assaulted […]
Cameron honors military with over 1,300 flags at Memorial Day ceremony
CAMERON, WV — A special Memorial Day ceremony took place on Monday in Cameron with a field of flags paying tribute to those who were lost. For the past eight years, the city of Cameron has been placing flags in their Veterans Memorial Park to honor loved ones who have served or continue to serve in the military. This year, they received over 1,300 flags, an additional 75 compared to last year, with 30 volunteers placing them alphabetically in the park. These flags bear the names of not just individuals from Marshall County, but also from across the U.S. Thomas Scott Conely is a part of the American Legion in Cameron, who helped design the park, which he says is very near and dear to his heart.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch has now expired for the entire Ohio Valley
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has expired the Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the entire Ohio Valley. Heavy rain and hail are targeting I-70, making it difficult for travelers this Memorial Weekend. Stay weather aware as further Severe Thunderstorm and Tornado Watches and Warnings may...
McMechen hosts 2024 Memorial Day Parade
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Community members gathered this morning as McMechen held their annual Memorial Day Parade. In previous years, the parade was run by the American Legion, but a group of volunteers got together this year to make sure the parade continued. Following the parade, there was an empty seat ceremony where commissioner […]
Community mourning the passing of local County Health Administrator
MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — The Marshall County Community is mourning the loss of beloved Marshall County Health Administrator Tom Cook, who friends say passed away early Sunday. According to friends, not only was Tom a good friend but an incredible firefighter and paramedic and made countless contributions to the community. No other information has […]
2 more charged in connection with double shooting of teenagers in Washington County
SOUTH FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) -- Police are searching for two more suspects after a shooting left one teenager dead and another wounded in Washington County.The Washington County District Attorney's Office announced charges against Jeheili Cochran and Anthony Barfield on Thursday. Anthony Barfield's brother, Windale Barfield Jr., and Cochran's brother, Karon Whitlock, have already been charged and arrested in Annalaya Wilkerson's death.Wilkerson and another teenage girl were fond shot on the side of Jolly School Road in South Franklin Township on April 13. Wilkerson had been shot in the chest and was pronounced dead at the scene. The other victim...
Bellaire residents honor Memorial Day at Union Square Park
Bellaire, OHIO (WTRF) – In a ceremony today at Union Square Park in Bellaire, more than a hundred people gathered to honor those who died while serving. Fallen soldiers from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces where remembered in the ceremony, which included a presentation of memorial wreaths. U.S. Army Veteran Richard “Chad” Balwanz […]
Martins Ferry residents without water following outage
UPDATE: According to Martins Ferry Mayor John Davies the water break is repaired and as soon as weight is on the pipe they will be slowly filling the lines. The Mayor says there will also be a boil order. ———————————————————————————————————————————– MARTINS FERRY, Ohio (WTRF) – The Martins Ferry Water Treatment Plant has confirmed a water […]
Top 20 in 20 years: Memorable WPIAL baseball finals have been staged at Wild Things Park
Whether it was called Falconi Field, Consol Energy Park or now Wild Things Park, the home for the Washington Wild Things independent baseball team for more than two decades has now hosted 20 years of WPIAL baseball championship games. There have been some incredible moments packed in those many title...
Inside ‘Tough As Nails’ With WTRF’s Dugan Lloyd
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF)– Hundreds of runners came out for this year’s ‘Tough As Nails Urban Challenge’ in Wheeling. Dugan Lloyd was one of them. Follow his journey through the course as he attempts to finish the gauntlet…
Oglebay’s Sunday Funday Concert Extravaganza Starts June 2
WHEELING, W.Va. — Get ready to groove and jive because Oglebay’s Sunday Funday Concert Series is back! Presented by the Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation and Southwestern Energy Company (SWN), this summer shindig kicks off on June 2 and keeps the good vibes flowing all the way through September 1. Picture this: 14 incredible performances at […]
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