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A state senator's fracking waste wells leaked. State paid $1.3 million to clean one spill.
Editor's Note: A previous version of this article incorrectly stated who appointed Chavez to the Ohio Senate. Republican Senators picked Chavez for an empty Senate seat in 2023. Injection wells owned by Ohio Sen. Brian Chavez leached brine, an often toxic liquid byproduct of fracking, underground in Noble County miles past where it...
Washington County receives large grants for reconstruction
MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - Governor Mike DeWine made a visit to Marietta to announce a grant the City of Marietta is receiving to help restore various things. Being able to help small communities like this is important. “You know I think many times you talk to mayors and if you...
Diamonds in the Ruff: Dog Days in May earns round of a-paws from canine enthusiasts
BELPRE — Dog lovers gathered in Belpre Saturday for the annual Dog Days in May event. The Humane Society of the Ohio Valley (HSOV) hosted its annual Dog Days in May at Howes Grove Park in Belpre. According to an HSOV Facebook post, vaccines and microchipping were offered at...
The Williamstown Women’s Club raises funds for their mission
WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WTAP) - The Williamstown Women’s Club held a flower sale for Mother’s Day to help raise funds for their club. The Women’s Club is very active in the community and spreads joy throughout Williamstown. “We are very active in the community. We collect funds, we...
Fenton Art Glass Bash is returning to Marietta, thousands of pieces to be offered
MARIETTA, OH. (WTAP) - Fenton Art Glass has been a staple in the community for years, even long after the company stopped its traditional glassmaking. Collecting Fenton pieces is still a popular activity. The Fenton Art Glass Bash is returning to Marietta for those who collect, want to collect, or just want to enjoy looking at Fenton pieces.
Belpre BOE to meet Thursday
BELPRE — The regular monthly meeting of the Belpre City School District will be held on Thursday, May 16, beginning at 5 p.m. at the Belpre Elementary School, 2000 Rockland Ave. This meeting is a meeting of the Belpre City School District Board of Education in public to conduct...
Marietta PD, Washington sheriff warn of impostor scams
MARIETTA — The Marietta Police Department and Washington County Sheriff’s Office are warning residents about scams being perpetrated by people claiming to be their officers. According to a statement issued by Marietta Police Capt. Aaron Nedeff, the department recently received two reports of citizens getting calls identified as...
Flags for Heroes returns for its 7th year
WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WTAP) - Flags for Heroes is back for its 7th year in a row. Flags for Heroes offers a unique and heartfelt way to honor loved ones, whether it be teachers, veterans, or anyone we love. It’s a special opportunity to show our appreciation and respect. By...
Pre-schoolers, teens enjoy Field Day at Belpre High School
BELPRE — Local pre-school students in Belpre had a chance to have a Field Day with the help of students at Belpre High School. Around 40 students, ages 3-5, from St. Mark’s Pre-School in Belpre came to Belpre High School Thursday and Friday to participate in a number of Field Day activities with the high school students playing games with and guiding the kids through a number of activities.
The Toss Around: Chris Copen
BELPRE, Ohio (WTAP) - Chris Copen is a junior pitcher for the Belpre Golden Eagles. He’s enjoyed a terrific season on a Belpre team who has won two of its last three games and gets ready for the postseason next week. On this WTAP Sports Toss Around, Chris talks...
Paul Jordan wins second term as mayor of Williamstown
PARKERSBURG – Incumbent Williamstown Mayor Paul Jordan defeated challenger Jim Stage in the Williamstown mayor race, with all 69 precincts reporting in final unofficial results. Jordan defeated Stage 546 to 274. Stage and City Clerk Stephanie Stengel were awaiting the results at the Wood County Courthouse Tuesday evening. Stage...
Williamstown Mayor candidates talk about upcoming election
WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WTAP) - The two candidates running for Mayor in Williamstown spoke out about their campaigns. Both candidates, Jim Stage, and Paul Jordan, expressed how everyone is a big family in Williamstown and everyone knows one another. Both candidates have been actively engaging with the community, discussing their plans...
Zanesville comes up short in matchup with Marietta
Marietta collected a solid win over Zanesville in a 10-6 verdict for an Ohio high school baseball victory at Zanesville High on May 10. In recent action on May 4, Zanesville faced off against Zanesville West Muskingum and Marietta took on Beverly Fort Frye on May 6 at Beverly Fort Frye High School.
Bosgraf, Corbett hold signing ceremonies at Williamstown for W. Va. schools
WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. (WTAP) - Williamstown High School had two athletes hold their signing ceremonies as they are set to begin their next chapters of their athletic careers, and both athletes are staying in West Virginia for their college experiences. Senior Austin Bosgraf has made the decision to take his tennis...
Waterline flushing causes home in Vienna to flood
VIENNA, W.Va. (WTAP) - The City of Vienna experienced a surge in their waterlines Wednesday, May 8th, causing some areas on 44th Street and 10th Street to get water inside homes after flushing fire hydrants. “Every year we go up and we open up our fire hydrants to flush all...
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