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Owner of local drive-in reminisces on 35 years of memories
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – We all remember those warm summer nights, car windows down, popcorn in hand and a great movie playing at our local drive-in theatres. West Virginia used to be home to 75 Drive-ins. Over the years they started closing and now the Hilltop Drive-in in Chester, WV is on the market […]
Residents confront garbage pileups, overgrowth, and vermin in Steubenville neighborhood
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — In neighborhoods throughout Steubenville, some houses are a common sight with piles of garbage and overgrown weeds. It's an eyesore for nearby residents and many want the problem fixed. In a LaBelle neighborhood alley between Arlington and Oak Grove avenues lies a pile of rubbish which...
‘Light Ohio Blue’ statewide campaign supports law enforcement
HARRISON COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) Harrison County is lighting up blue to show their support for law enforcement. During their regular meeting commissioners approved a resolution to light up the courthouse blue during the week of May 15th. This is part of a state wide campaign called ‘Light Ohio Blue’ which honors law enforcement officers who […]
First surveying museum in the U.S. coming to Historic Fort Steuben
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — For just about every building you’ve ever been inside, you can thank surveyors for it being there. They’ve helped map out the country from its beginning, and after 250 years Steubenville is returning the favor. The very first surveying museum is coming to Historic Fort Steuben next year. The science of […]
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...
Stark Parks will not renew its lease at Whitacre Greer. What's next for the park system?
ROSE TWP. − Whitacre Greer Park, an equestrian park in Carroll County, will no longer be managed by Stark Parks beginning in June. Sarah Buell, capital projects and planning manager at the park district, said they decided not to renew their lease on the land because of limitations with the lease agreement and the park's location.
National Day of Prayer observance takes place at Historic Fort Steuben
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Thursday is National Day of Prayer, and schools and organizations are taking the time to observe it. Events were held throughout the Ohio Valley, including at Historic Fort Steuben around midday. What is the significance of the day?. “It’s a day when people come together...
Wednesdays in Wintersville returns
WINTERSVILLE, Ohio — A village staple during the spring and summer months returned Wednesday evening with the first Wednesdays in Wintersville of 2024. It's an event for the community to come together and it features entertainment, food, and craft vendors. Organizer Joel John said each month has four main...
Wells Academy kicks off 'One School One Book' event with fairy tale extravaganza
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — During the month of May, students at Wells Academy in Steubenville participate in its "One School One Book" event. This year, the chosen book was about fairy tales and each student received it. Wednesday night, the school hosted a kickoff event which featured a variety of fairy tale-themed activities.
DeFelice Bros. fires up the oven again in Weirton after nine years
WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) — You know DeFelice Bros. Pizza for their twice-baked crust, and for always having a heart on Valentine’s Day. But it hasn’t been known as an option for fans of Italian food in Hancock County—until now. You asked, and they delivered…DeFelice Brothers Pizza is back on Three Springs Drive in Weirton, complete […]
Franciscan University's $59M hall to be completed in the fall
The Christ the Teacher Academic Hall and Conference Center at Franciscan University of Steubenville is inching toward completion. Officials with the university say it’s not just a great investment in the school but in the whole town. The $59 million facility will cover more than 100,000 square feet, serving...
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