A long… wait a minute, say what?

So… as you might recall from last week, your humble narrator was involved in a long scuttle along the Allegheny River side of Pittsburgh’s central peninsula, one filled with lots of self-recrimination. Fun walk, lots to see and ponder. Everybody hates me. All caught up. One had wandered...

You've been 'Thunderstruck': High school senior's band performance goes viral

PITTSBURGH — A high school senior gained viral fame after a video of her playing "Thunderstruck" by AC/DC on mallet percussion in her marching band last year was reposted on social media last week, amassing millions of views. "He sent me the link, and it had, like, already 6...

Photo gallery: John Marshall defeats Wheeling Park, 21-14

WHEELING, W.Va. — Photo gallery from John Marshall’s 21-14 win at Wheeling Park. (Photo gallery courtesy of Robert Ovies Sports Photography)

Century-old barn takes trip for historic preservation purposes

It took practically all day for a century-old barn to travel less than half a mile in Washington County.

Three Ohio Sisters Helped Their Mother Win a Restaurant Opportunity and Bring 50 Years of Local History Back to Life

Three sisters teamed up so their mom could put her own name on a restaurant sign. Even better, the building behind that sign has fed its neighborhood for roughly 50 years. The kitchen serves blueberry pancakes, homemade biscuits with sausage gravy, and an omelet with a name that hints at the family’s ambitions: the Legacy Omelette. Yet the food is only part of what makes this opening interesting.

Steubenville’s Christmas at the Fort ramps up as organizers, vendors prep for holidays

STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Even though it’s still November, crews at Historic Fort Steuben are already putting the finishing touches on what’s expected to be the site’s biggest event of the year: Christmas at the Fort. From holiday displays to vendor chalets, preparations are underway in Steubenville...

2026 Christmas and holiday events in Northeast Ohio: List of celebrations in Cleveland, Akron, Canton and more

Dec. 5-6 & 12-13 Retail locations will be open for Christmas shopping, and many of the restaurants & bars along The Strip will be fully decorated and offering seasonal specials. On both weekends, Santa often visits, and an ice skating rink will be set up by the GOTL Welcome Center on both Saturdays. Last but not least, the GOTL Cookie Walk will return. Mor.

2026 CHRISTMAS AT THE FORT

The 2026 Christmas at the Fort opens with Steubenville Lights up the Night on Friday, November 27th and runs through December 27th. Many ‘THANKS’ and ‘WELCOME BACK’ to all who have attended this event over the past years and ‘WELCOME’ to those who will come and experience the event for the first time.

Fans say goodbye to Donnie Iris at the last place he ever played

Family, friends and fans of Donnie Iris met to say one final goodbye at the place where he made his farewell as a performer.

"1776 The Musical" hits the stage in Columbiana

Two Holiday Films Shot in Medina Get Release Dates, Starting Nov. 10 on Plex

MEDINA, Ohio — Christmas is arriving early for Northeast Ohio movie fans. Two holiday films shot in Medina and other Northeast Ohio locations last winter now have release dates, the Akron Beacon Journal reported on Monday, Nov. 9 — one of them begins streaming this week. The first film, “The Great Chocolate Date,” begins streaming […]

Veterans Day Program to be Held Wednesday in Downtown New Phila

The New Philadelphia Veterans Council Coordinating Committee is set to present the annual Veterans Day program on Wednesday. November 11th is Veterans Day, a time to recognize and thank the men and women who served in the United States military. The local program begins at 11am, says New Philadelphia Post...

Library director: Renewal makes room for new programs as technology and needs evolve

BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio — Voters in Belmont County approved a renewal levy for the St. Clairsville Public Library, securing funding the library says it needs to maintain services and plan ahead. In the general election, voters backed the renewal of a half-mill levy for the library. Unofficial results show...

From West Virginia to national stages: Meet an 11-year-old piano prodigy

Evan Wu, an 11-year-old pianist, has been playing piano for more than half of his life. Through his music-filled journey, he has played alongside professional musicians, performed around the globe and won awards for his performance and composition skills.

The Forgotten Pennsylvania Town That Used To Be A Massive Industrial Hub

America’s very first Carnegie library once made millworkers take a tunnel to a basement bathhouse before they could check out a book. Clean hands first, then the reading room. That rule tells you a lot about the town around it. This little borough in Pennsylvania still has a working steel mill, one Andrew Carnegie built in the 1870s.

Christmas Cheer Brought to the Highlands

Christmas at the Highlands returned to the Highlands Sports Complex in Triadelphia, West Virginia, November 6–8, bringing hundreds of vendors and visitors together for one of the Ohio Valley’s largest holiday shopping events. Organized by KC Productions, the annual event featured more than 200 vendor booths representing 9...

WVU Student and NCWV Graduate Charts Course Towards Music Industry Career

For Audrey Hasley, a junior at West Virginia University, there was never a doubt she belonged in the music industry — although she did question where exactly she’d fit in. She wasn’t interested in performing or becoming an instructor, which, growing up in Martinsburg before moving to Morgantown in high school, seemed to be the only realistic option in the career field.

Weir High Drama Club presents Roald Dahl’s ‘The Witches’

WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) – The Weir High Drama Club will present “The Witches,” a stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s children’s book. The production is scheduled for three performances on Nov. 20–22. The show tells the story of a young boy who discovers that real witches exist. While staying at a fancy hotel, the young boy […]

‘Christmas in the Grove’ Returns for a Magical Evening of Community, Christmas Cheer, and Holiday Traditions!

WHEELING, WV – The magic of Christmas is returning to Elm Grove! The Elm Grove Business Association (EGBA) is excited to announce its annual Christmas in the Grove celebration, taking place on Saturday, November 28, 2026. This festive community tradition brings together families, local businesses, and neighbors for a day filled with holiday spirit, community pride, and Christmas memories.